Classics Courses

Introductory Greek and Latin Courses 

CLAS 001. Elementary Latin I. 4 crs. The fundamentals of the language and reading of simple prose, with supplementary reading on Roman civilization. Not open to students who have received admission credit in Latin. 

CLAS 002. Elementary Latin II. 4 crs. Continuation of 005-001, with increased emphasis on reading. Prerequisite: CLAS 001. 

CLAS 003. Intermediate Latin III. 3 crs. Review of the language and selected readings in prose and poetry. Prerequisite: Two or three units of secondary Latin or CLAS 002. 

CLAS 004. Intermediate Latin IV. 3 crs. Includes the reading of selections from major authors, usually in poetry. Prereq: three or four units of secondary Latin or CLAS 003. 

CLAS 006. Hieroglyphs I. 3 crs. Introduction to Middle Egyptian language and writing, including grammar and translation of inscriptions and narratives. 

CLAS 007. Hieroglyphs II. 3 crs. Continuation of CLAS 006, with increased emphasis on reading. 

CLAS 010. Elementary Greek I. 4 crs. Fundamentals of the language and the reading of simple Attic prose, with supplementary reading on Greek civilization. 

CLAS 011. Elementary Greek II. 4 crs. Continuation of CLAS 010, with increased emphasis on reading. Prerequisite: CLAS 010. 

CLAS 012. Intermediate Greek III. 3 crs. Review of the language and selected readings. Prereq: two or three units of secondary Greek or CLAS 011. 

CLAS 013. Intermediate Greek IV. 3 crs. Includes the reading of selections from major authors. Prereq: Three or four units of secondary Greek or CLAS 012. 

Courses in English Translation 

CLAS 014. Introduction to Humanities I. 3 crs. The first part of a two-semester core course for freshmen, designed to enhance their understanding of great and enduring themes of humanistic inquiry. Students read literary and philosophical works of major historical significance and value from a contemporary viewpoint. Students explore themes such as cultural collision and resolution, concentrating on various aspects of the epic tradition. Satisfies Divisional Studies A requirement. 

CLAS 015. Introduction to Humanities II. 3 crs. The second part of a two-semester core course for freshmen. In this course students study the relationship of the self to the other, with all its attendant considerations, and concentrate on generic distinctions between comedy and tragedy in drama, autobiography, and fiction. Satisfies Divisional Studies A requirement. 

CLAS 016. Ideas in Antiquity. 3 crs.  This course focuses on the study of various major themes in the study of the ancient world. Consistent with the interests of the instructor, the emphasis will fall on those literary, philosophical, historical, and political texts which are pertinent to an investigation of notions such as gender, the hero, freedom, religion, justice, and so on. Satisfies Divisional Studies A requirement. 

CLAS 030. Vocabulary Building. 3 crs. Systematic study of Greek and Latin elements of English words, the history of English words, and principles of word formation. Develops the student¹s ability to interpret unfamiliar words in context. 

CLAS 032. Ancient Medicine. 3 crs. Systematic study of Greek and Latin elements found in medical terminology, together with the principles of word formation. This etymological aspect is placed within the broader context of the origins and evolution of ancient medicine. Recommended for students who anticipate careers in medicine. 

CLAS 033. Legal Terminology. 3 crs. Systematic study of Greek and Latin elements found in modern legal terminology, together with the principles of word formation. Develops the student¹s ability to recognize and interpret legal terms in context. Recommended for students who anticipate careers in law or government.