ASL 1010 American Sign Language I

This course examines basic principles of American Sign Language (ASL) including accurate sign production and nonverbal techniques. Vocabulary of 1500 basic signs and the ability to functionally communicate in ASL will be attained by semester end. Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 or consent of instructor. (4 lect.)

Credits

4 credits

Transfer Status

Equivalent to UW.

Major Topics

  • Basic conversational American Sign Language
  • Fingerspelling
  • Numbers
  • Introduction to Deaf Culture

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Recognize and express at a minimum 1500 basic ASL signs.

2. Accurately provide and request personal information such as name, living situation, and family information.

3. Use numbers 1-99 including informational numbers such as phone numbers, addresses and zip codes.

4. Accurately fingerspell, interpret fingerspelling, and know when it is appropriate to fingerspell.

5. Give and follow directions.

6. Express and understand basic needs such as being hungry, sick or lost.

7. Converse about common everyday activities.

8. Tell a personal story to a group of peers.

9. Gain basic insights about Deaf Culture and the D/deaf community.