Chinese 150 A/B: CHINESE FOR BUSINESS AND TRAVEL Course Description: This course is designed for the people who do not have any previous Mandarin Chinese background and interested in acquiring the basic conversational Chinese for business and travel.. We will practice, discuss, and exchange information together in a simulated Chinese speaking environment. Contemporary culture in Chinese-speaking areas will also be introduced in the class. Objectives: After the completion of this course, the student will: 1. understand and respond to topics about basic survival needs, minimum courtesy and travel requirements in Mandarin Chinese. 2. provide and obtain basic personal information to Chinese people. 3. read simple connected materials for basic survival and social needs. 4. manage and bargain simple monetary transactions. 5. demonstrate knowledge on Chinese customs and culture.