Spanish, BA

Core Course Requirements

SPAN101 Elementary Spanish I (3 Credits)

Essentials of Spanish, oral and written: grammar, composition, conversation, and reading. Meets the general education world languages requirement when taken in conjunction with SPAN 102. Prerequisite: SPAN 101 must be taken before SPAN 102.

SPAN102 Elementary Spanish II (3 Credits)

Essentials of Spanish, oral and written: grammar, composition, conversation, and reading. Meets the general education world languages requirement. Prerequisite: SPAN 101 must be taken before SPAN 102.

Spanish Electives - Complete electives to have a minimum of 30 SPAN credits beyond SPAN 102. (Credits Required: 18.00)

SPAN232 Spanish Cultural Immersion (3 Credits)

The purpose of this course is to learn Spanish language and acquire a deeper understanding of a Spanish-speaking nation via an immersion experience. Thus, the student will immerse her/himself in a Spanish -speaking country and, while in the country, the student will learn and practice as much Spanish as possible. The student will submit written reflections in Spanish according to the student's proficiency level. The reflections will be regarding the use of the language in the region and the Spanish-speaking country. In addition, it is advised that the student enroll in the "Spanish Language" immersion class. Meets the general education global foundation requirement. (Offered summers.) Prerequisite: SPAN 101

SPAN310 Latinoamerica y Su Civilizacion (3 Credits)

Emphasizes the forces that shaped and are now reshaping the region. Examines historical reasons for the present problems that trouble the area. Cross listed with HIST 110/310. Meets the general education global foundations and humanities/historyl requirements. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in an upper division SPAN course. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN345 Cultura por Pelicula (3 Credits)

Students will use the medium of film to examine both Spanish and Latin American Cultures. By way of classroom discussion and written composition, students will analyze, compare and contrast, critically evaluate ideas and ideologies which are addressed both overtly and covertly in the films. Meets the general education global foundation and upper division writing intensive requirements. Prerequisite: SPAN 220

SPAN355 Cultura e Idioma (3 Credits)

This course is a high level course in which writing skills and correct grammar usage in Spanish are emphasized. Through a variety of written documents, students will focus on critical reading and the interpretation of texts, skills which will further help develop their ability to write correctly in Spanish. Students will acquire a better understanding of finer points of Spanish Grammar. Meets the general education global foundation requirement. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN370 Literatura Latinoamericana (3 Credits)

Study of the Hispanic novel through reading of selected novels. Meets the general education global foundation requirement. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN340 La Literatura Peninsular (3 Credits)

An overview of peninsular literature from "el cantar de mio cid" to the present. Discussions are centered around the text (including novels, drama, and poetry) and literary critique in general. Pre-req: SPAN 201 (Offered in a three year rotation)

SPAN320 (3 Credits)

Discussion and reading in Spanish of history, literature, art, and customs. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN201 Intermediate Spanish (3 Credits)

Conversation, readings, grammar review. Prerequisite: SPN 102 or equivalent. (Offered fall semester.)

SPAN202 Selected Topics (3 Credits)

This course will examine a wide range of themes including, but not limited to, topics such as comparative Hispanic cultural studies, the Spanish American short story, Spanish theatre studies, issues of immigration, and the Latino threat narrative. These will be taught through intermediate level reading texts, written assignments, aural activities, film studies, articles, news reports, and other current media sources. Prerequisite: SPAN 102

SPAN220 (3 Credits)

Practice in listening to spoken Spanish. Oral reports and informal conversation. Phonetics. Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or equivalent. (Offered spring semester.)

SPAN365 (3 Credits)

Intense practical use of spoken Spanish at an advanced level, including formal presentations, translations, and debates. Focused work on phonetics and authentic language pronunciation is also important. Prereq: SPAN 220. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN405 Practicum (4 Credits)

Each department offers a practicum or internship course numbered 405. In this course the student applies theories and skills learned in the major. Each experience should include significant learning opportunities related to the student's major field. Two supervisors are involved, a work supervisor and an academic supervisor. Registration must occur prior to the activity. Forty to sixty hours of work experience is required for each credit awarded. The experience may be paid or unpaid. Letter grades will be assigned unless otherwise stated in the departmental description. Students must consult with their academic supervisor at least twice during the experience. A learning experience summary paper following departmental guidelines is required as well as a final interview with the academic supervisor. A maximum of twelve credits may be applied to the degree. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing with a 2.0 G.P.A., 18 semester credits completed in the field and departmental approval.

SPAN399 Open Titled (3 Credits)

300 Level Culture Course (Courses Required: 1)

SPAN310 Latinoamerica y Su Civilizacion (3 Credits)

Emphasizes the forces that shaped and are now reshaping the region. Examines historical reasons for the present problems that trouble the area. Cross listed with HIST 110/310. Meets the general education global foundations and humanities/historyl requirements. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in an upper division SPAN course. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN320 (3 Credits)

Discussion and reading in Spanish of history, literature, art, and customs. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

300 Level Literature Crs (Courses Required: 1)

SPAN370 Literatura Latinoamericana (3 Credits)

Study of the Hispanic novel through reading of selected novels. Meets the general education global foundation requirement. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN340 La Literatura Peninsular (3 Credits)

An overview of peninsular literature from "el cantar de mio cid" to the present. Discussions are centered around the text (including novels, drama, and poetry) and literary critique in general. Pre-req: SPAN 201 (Offered in a three year rotation)

300 Level Latin America (Courses Required: 1)

SPAN310 Latinoamerica y Su Civilizacion (3 Credits)

Emphasizes the forces that shaped and are now reshaping the region. Examines historical reasons for the present problems that trouble the area. Cross listed with HIST 110/310. Meets the general education global foundations and humanities/historyl requirements. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in an upper division SPAN course. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

SPAN370 Literatura Latinoamericana (3 Credits)

Study of the Hispanic novel through reading of selected novels. Meets the general education global foundation requirement. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

300 Level Spain Course (Courses Required: 1)

SPAN340 La Literatura Peninsular (3 Credits)

An overview of peninsular literature from "el cantar de mio cid" to the present. Discussions are centered around the text (including novels, drama, and poetry) and literary critique in general. Pre-req: SPAN 201 (Offered in a three year rotation)

SPAN320 (3 Credits)

Discussion and reading in Spanish of history, literature, art, and customs. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. (Offered in a three year rotation.)

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