Academic Catalog

Spanish (SPA)

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SPA101 / Elementary Spanish I
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Global Awareness [G] in combination with: SPA102

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA102 / Elementary Spanish II
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: (A grade of "C" or better in SPA101 or SPA101AA), or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Global Awareness [G] in combination with: SPA101

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA103 / Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Review of basic Spanish grammar and pronunciation. Emphasis on reading and writing skills in Spanish. For native speakers needing review of essential language skills. Prerequisites: Spanish-speaking or permission of Department or Division.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA104 / Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers II
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued review of grammatical problems in speaking and writing and reading in Spanish.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA109 / Law Enforcement Spanish I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Conversational and written Spanish for law enforcement personnel. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in common job-related situations. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA111 / Fundamentals of Spanish
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Accelerated study of elementary Spanish for students with previous Spanish coursework. Includes basic Spanish grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary and the study of the Spanish- speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA101, or SPA101AA, or SPA115, or SPA115AA, or two years of high school Spanish, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA115 / Beginning Spanish Conversation I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness, necessary to develop speaking and listening skills in Spanish. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA116 / Beginning Spanish Conversation II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued study of basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structures, and a cultural awareness necessary to develop speaking and listening skills in Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA115, or SPA115AA, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA117 / Health Care Spanish I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA118 / Health Care Spanish II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic conversational Spanish for health care personnel or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation, and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA117 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA119 / Spanish for Educational Settings I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic conversational Spanish for teachers, counselors, administrators and other school personnel. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in educational settings. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA120 / Spanish for Educational Settings II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Basic conversational Spanish for teachers, counselors, administrators and other school personnel. Continuation of SPA119, expanding into secondary and post- secondary educational settings. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA119, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA201 / Intermediate Spanish I
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued study of essential Spanish grammar and Spanish-speaking cultures. Continued practice and development of reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish. Emphasis on fluency and accuracy in spoken Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in SPA102, or SPA102AA, or SPA111, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

SUN  SUN# SPA 2201
Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA202 / Intermediate Spanish II
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Review of grammar, continued development of Spanish language skills with continued study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in SPA201, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

SUN  SUN# SPA 2202
Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA203 / Spanish for Spanish-Speaking Students I
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Designed for Spanish-speaking students. Emphasis on written composition, grammar review, punctuation and spelling, literature and conversation. May be taken in lieu of SPA201. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor or Department Chair.

Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the US [C]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the United States [C]
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA204 / Spanish for Spanish-Speaking Students II
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Designed for Spanish-speaking students. Advanced study of Spanish grammar, composition, literature, and conversation. May be taken in lieu of SPA202. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA203, or SPA201, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the US [C]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the United States [C]
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA205 / Spanish for Medical Interpretation I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Introduction to Spanish interpretation for medical interpreters. Covers code of ethics, national standards and medical interpreter's responsibilities as well as cultural awareness and legal issues. Interpretation for first responders included. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in SPA202 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA206 / Spanish for Medical Interpretation II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Continuation of Spanish interpretation for medical interpreters. Medical vocabulary relating to human anatomy and physiology emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in SPA205 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA217 / Spanish for Business Communication
4 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued development of Spanish language skills with emphasis on topics related to conducting business in Spanish-speaking cultures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in GBS151 and (SPA201 or permission of Department or Division). Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA225 / Intermediate Spanish Conversation I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued study of vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness necessary to improve speaking and listening skills in Spanish. Emphasis on fluency and accuracy in spoken Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA102, or SPA102AA, or SPA116, or SPA116AA, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA226 / Intermediate Spanish Conversation II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued study of vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness necessary to improve speaking and listening skills in increasingly complex Spanish. Emphasis on fluency and moderate accuracy in spoken Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA201, or SPA225, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA235 / Advanced Spanish Conversation I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Continued development of skills in conversational fluency. Class conducted completely in Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA226 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA236 / Advanced Spanish Conversation II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Further development of skills in conversational fluency. Grammar presented only to clarify student errors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA235 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA241 / Spanish and Spanish-American Film I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Analysis of Spanish and Spanish-American film as art form and as social commentary. Includes documentary, biography, and films based on works of literature. All films, coursework, class participation, and oral and written reports conducted in Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA202 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA242 / Spanish and Spanish-American Film II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Analysis and critique of movies presented in the Spanish language and produced by cinematographers from Bolivia, Paraguay, Venezuela, Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica and the Mexican independent film producers. Includes documentary, biography, and works of literature and their film versions as art form and social commentary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA241, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required. Course Notes: All coursework, class participation, oral and written reports are in Spanish.

Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA251 / Spanish Civilization
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

An introduction to Spanish civilization with a focus on the culture of Spain. History of Spain and each period's cultural manifestations, including economic, sociological, and political factors as well as cultural artifacts such as architecture, literature, visual arts, music, and gastronomy. Prerequisites: Four years of high school Spanish, or a grade of C or better in SPA202, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA265 / Advanced Spanish I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Introduction and study of Spanish and Spanish-American literature. Selected readings from most Spanish-speaking countries. All discussions, oral reports, and written assignments are in Spanish. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA202 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Fulfills: Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies
SPA266 / Advanced Spanish II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Further study of Spanish and Spanish-American literature. Reading selections from most Spanish-speaking countries. All oral reports, discussions, and written reports in Spanish. Graduated level of difficulty from the literature studied in SPA265. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA265, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Fulfills: Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]-in combo
Division: Language, Humanits, Learng Centr&Informtn Studies