Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2014-2015
TIBT 233 - TIBETAN LANG LIT AND CULTURE I
Long Title: TIBETAN LANGUAGE, LITERATURE AND CULTURE I
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Introducing the Tibetan alphabet and basics of grammar through reading section of a classic Tibetan text. In addition, readings in English in Indian and Tibetan Buddhist materials, also on the art, history, geography and /or modern era in those areas. Final includes a paper drawn from readings and class discussion. Cross-list: RELI 233.
TIBT 234 - INTRO TO TIBETAN II
Long Title: TIBETAN LANGUAGE, LITERATURE AND CULTURE II
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Continued training in Tibetan language-extending vocabulary and facility with grammar. Final includes a paper drawn from readings and class discussion. Cross-list: RELI 234. Repeatable for Credit.
TIBT 332 - ADV TIBETAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Long Title: ADVANCED TIBETAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): RELI 132 OR TIBT 132
Description: This class builds on RELI 232 and 234, now including more challenging material in Tibetan, and continuing the trajectory of gaining familiarity with Buddhist philosophical systems as these touch on epistemology, ontology, and contemplative practice. Instructor Permission Required.Cross-list: RELI 332. Repeatable for Credit.