Queen's University : Courses of Instruction in Italian

PREREQUISITES
A student who does not meet the stated prerequisites for a course but who may have other qualifications for admission to the course may request that the Department waive the prerequisites.

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EXCLUSIONS
A student who is excluded from a course because of previous work completed but who can show good cause for an exception to be made may request that the Department waive the exclusion.

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AVAILABILITY
The Department of Spanish and Italian does not offer all of the courses listed in the Calendar every year. For the most up-to-date information on the availability of courses offered in the current year, check QCARD or consult with the departmental office.

ITLN-010*/0.5

Beginning Italian I

3L;1T

Offers a basic level of Italian understanding, speaking, reading and writing for students with no knowledge of Italian whatsoever.

EXCLUSIONS�� 4U Italian or equivalent, ITLN 101.

ITLN-101/1.0

Beginning Italian

3L;1T

Offers an enhanced basic level of comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing for students with no knowledge of Italian who are considering a minor or medial in this language or a Special Field Concentration in Linguistics. PREREQUISITE Restricted to first- and second-year students or permission of the Department.

EXCLUSIONS�� 4U Italian, ITLN 010*,�ITLN 112*.

ITLN-112*/0.5

Beginning Italian III

3L;1T

The continuation of ITLN 010*. Also for students who have some knowledge of Italian but have not completed 4U Italian or equivalent. For these students an assessment interview with the instructor is required before registration. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 010* or equivalent.

EXCLUSIONS�� 4U Italian or equivalent, ITLN 101.

IDIS-200/1.0

Introduction to Semiotics and Communication

For a complete description, see Interdisciplinary Studies.

IDIS-201/1.0

Introduction to Romance Philology

For a complete description, see Interdisciplinary Studies.

ITLN-204*/0.5

Italiano intermedio

A review of the fundamentals of the Italian language, designed to reinforce and develop the student's comprehension, speaking and writing ability. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 101 or ITLN 112* or 4U Italian.

ITLN-205*/0.5

Italiano avanzato

The continuation of ITLN 204*, emphasizing the application of morphology and syntax, with written and oral practice. Readings will be discussed from lexical, syntactical and thematic points of view. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 204*.

ITLN-210*/0.5

Italy and the Classical Tradition

The ancient Greek and Roman tradition in literature, art and the politics of Italy from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. Texts and works of art will be studied in the context of the historical, cultural and political settings of Italy. This course may not be applied toward an Italian concentration. Taught in English with ITLN 310*. Written work and examinations in English. Readings in translation. PREREQUISITE Second-year standing or above.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 310*.

ITLN-215*/0.5

Dante

A study of Dante Alighieri's life and poetry, especially the Vita Nuova and the Divine Comedy. This course may not be applied toward an Italian concentration. Taught in English together with ITLN 415*. Written work and examinations are in English. Readings are in translation. PREREQUISITE�� Second-year standing or above.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 415*.

ITLN-230/1.0

Studio panoramico della letteratura italiana

A survey of Italian literature, through selected texts of representative authors, from the Middle Ages to the present day. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 205*.

ITLN-257*/0.5

Pirandello's Theatre

An in-depth study of Pirandello's most important dramatic works, together with analysis of his theoretical essays on theatre. Particular attention will be paid to the following plays: Six Characters in Search of an Author; Each in his Own Way, Henry IV, The Feast of Our Lord of the Ships, The New Colony; Tonight We Improvise and The Montain Giants. Taught in English together with ITLN 357*. Written work and examinations are in English. Readings in translation.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 357*.

ITLN-300*/0.5

Sintassi e traduzione

Intensive practice in advanced English-Italian/Italian-English translation with a focus on lexical and syntactic matters as well as compositions to be written in Italian. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 205*.

ITLN-301*/0.5

Traduzione e composizione

See description for ITLN 300*. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 300*.

ITLN-308*/0.5

From Fellini to Benigni

This course will examine social, historic and political realities of the twentieth century through the lens of the unique Italian humorist tradition of film making.�The course will focus on films by F.Fellini, L.Comencini, E.Scola, G.Tornatore, G.Salvatores, N.Moretti, R.Benigni and other film makers. Taught in English together with ITLN 408*. Written work and examinations are in English. Readings are in translation.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 408*.

ITLN-310*/0.5

Italy and the Classical Tradition

The ancient Greek and Roman tradition in literature, art and the politics of Italy from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. Texts and works of art will be studied in the context of the historical, cultural and political settings of Italy. Taught in English with ITLN 210*. Students concentrating in Italian submit written assignments, tests and exams in Italian. Normally they will read Italian texts in the original. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 205*.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 210*.

ITLN-326*/0.5

Letteratura e cinema

Addresses the various issues relating to the film adaptation of a literary text. The reading of narrative texts, the viewing of films and critical readings are required. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 230 or permission of the Department.

ITLN-357*/0.5

Pirandello's Theatre

An in-depth study of Pirandello's most important plays, and an analysis of his theoretical essays on theatre. Particular attention will be paid to the following plays: Six Characters in Search of an Author; Each in his Own Way, Henry IV, The Feast of Our Lord of the Ships, Tonight We Improvise and The Montain Giants. Taught in English together with ITLN 257*. Written work and exams are in English. Readings in translation. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 230.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 257*.

ITLN-363*/0.5

Scrittrici italiane del Novecento

An introduction to prominent Italian women writers of the 20th century. The works of authors such as Grazia Deledda, Natalia Ginzburg, Anna Maria Ortese, and Elsa Morante will be studied using various critical methodologies including those drawn from feminist, semiotic, psychoanalytic, and sociological approaches. PREREQUISITE��ITLN 230. See Prerequisites initiating this section.

ITLN-408*/0.5

From Fellini to Benigni

This course will examine social, historic and political realities of the twentieth century through the lens of the unique Italian humorist tradition of film making. The course will focus on films by F.Fellini, L.Comencini, E.Scola, G.Tornatore, G.Salvatores, N.Moretti, R.Benigni and other film makers. Taught in English together with ITLN 308*. Students concentrating in Italian submit written assignments, tests, and examination in Italian.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 308*.

ITLN-415*/0.5

Dante

A study of Dante Alighieri's life and poetry, especially the Vita Nuova and the Divina Commedia. Taught in English together with ITLN 215*. Students concentrating in Italian submit written assignments, tests and examinations in Italian. Normally they will read Italian texts in the original.

EXCLUSION�� ITLN 215*.

ITLN-432*/0.5

Dai romantici al D'Annunzio

A study of 19th-century Italian literature and its evolution from the Romantic period, through Realism to Decadentism. PREREQUISITE�� ITLN 230.

COREQUISITES�� ITLN 300*, ITLN 301*.

ITLN-501*/0.5

Letteratura italiana: Temi scelti

Seminar course on topics in Italian literature. Course details to be announced on�website.�

ITLN-502*/0.5

Letteratura italiana: Studi indipendenti

Reading courses in specialized themes of Italian literature to meet the needs of advanced students for whom a seminar course is not available.� Course details to be announced on website. PREREQUISITE�� Permission of the Department.

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