Course Descriptions

This course is the first in a series of courses designed to develop the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language. ASL 101 is an introductory level course that establishes a novice range of communication skills. This course emphasizes the cultural practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. Topics include: historical events that have impacted the language and culture of the D/deaf community; the distinct cultural practices; and, comparison of language features. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is the second in a series of courses designed to develop the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language. ASL 102 is an introductory level course that develops a novice range of communication skills with the ability to expand discourse based on prior knowledge. This course emphasizes the cultural behaviors and practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. Topics include: contemporary events and issues that impact the D/deaf community; linguistic minority groups; and language features. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.Prerequisite: Take ASL-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is the third in a series of courses designed to advance the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language. ASL 201 develops a novice-high range of communication skills with the ability to expand discourse on a variety of topics. This course emphasizes the cultural practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. Topics include: analysis of local, national, and global issues; examination of cultural norms, attitudes, and values of Deaf people; linguistic minority groups and access to society. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.Prerequisite: Take ASL-102 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is the fourth in a series of courses designed to advance the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language. ASL 202 develops a novice-high to intermediate range of communication skills with the ability to convey information, concepts, and ideas in ASL on a variety of topics. This course emphasizes articulating the cultural practices and products distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. Topics include: analysis of a linguistic, political, or social issue; examination of products of Deaf culture; and, exploration of career pathways. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.Prerequisite: Take ASL-201 with a Minimum Grade of C-;

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is the culmination of the A.A. Degree in American Sign Language. The course is designed to encompasses all the skills and knowledge necessary to think critically and to present on topics related to Sign Language and its users. Inquiry into American Deaf culture and the community of the D/deaf will expand one's critical understanding of how linguistic minority cultures function and perhaps thrive within broader society. Examination of Deaf culture and the D/deaf community will culminate in a comprehensive project that captures the learner's experiences and knowledge of the language, the culture, and the community of the Deaf.Prerequisite: Take ASL-201 with a Minimum Grade of C-, Co-requisite: Co-requisite: ASL-202

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course provides targeted development to advance student's skills in fingerspelled word recognition and numbering in American Sign Language. Practice in specific skills that underlie the fingerspelled word recognition process, and practice in correctly recognizing fingerspelled words and numbers in context. In addition to receptive skill development, students will hone their articulation and production of fingerspelling and numbering. Prerequisite: ASL 102 or requisite experiencePrerequisite: take ASL-102;

• American Sign Language
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)