Chinese
2 courses · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
CHNS 101 Elementary Chinese I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Practice and integration of pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and common idioms through listening, speaking, reading, and writing so that students can begin to express thoughts orally and in writing. The class will also introduce students to culture and social linguistic knowledge appropriate to Chinese-speaking societies.
CHNS 102 Elementary Chinese II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: CHNS 101 or equivalent, or two years of high school Chinese with a passing grade.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of Chinese I. Further training in language skills providing avenues for the expression of ideas in both oral and written forms. Enhanced study of culture and socio-linguistic knowledge appropriate to Chinese-speaking societies.