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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog | Expires Aug. 2030 THIS CATALOG IS ARCHIVED. BE SURE YOU ARE ACCESSING THE MOST ACCURATE CATALOG FOR YOU.
Modern Foreign Languages Courses
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Modern Foreign Languages
French
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FREN 111 - Elementary French I
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Novice level. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
FREN 112 - Elementary French II
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Novice level. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 111 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
FREN 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 211 - Intermediate French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate Low-Mid levels. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 112, or the equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
FREN 212 - Intermediate French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate Low-Mid levels. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 112 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
FREN 290 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 311 - Advanced French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate High level and beyond. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 211, FREN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 313 - Advanced French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate High level and beyond. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 211, FREN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 314 - Advanced French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate High level and beyond. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 211, FREN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 315 - Advanced French
Focuses on active language use to develop functional French proficiency at the Intermediate High level and beyond. Authentic materials are used as the basis for real-world communication and the development of cultural competence.
Requisites: FREN 211, FREN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: FREN 211 & 212 (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 391 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 411 - Oral Communication
Focuses on the continued development of interpersonal speaking and listening in real-world contexts, and improving pronunciation through the study of the French sound system.
Requisites: FREN 311, 313, 314, or 315 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 412 - Written Communication
Focuses on the continued development of interpersonal and presentational writing in real-world contexts using authentic readings from a variety of genres as models.
Requisites: FREN 311, 313, 314, or 315 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 413 - France and the French-Speaking World
Authentic texts and materials are the basis for inquiry into the cultures of France and the Francophone world.
Requisites: FREN 311, 313, 314, or 315, or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Even Years -
FREN 414 - French/English Translation
French-English and English-French translation in a variety of genres is used as the basis for continued development of knowledge of French language structures, stylistics, idiomatic and colloquial French.
Requisites: FREN 311, 313, 314, or 315, or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 415 - French for the Professions
Exploration of job opportunities in the U.S. and abroad for French speakers in a variety of fields, and preparation for entering the job market.
Requisites: FREN 311, 313, 314 or 315, or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 490 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A escriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Requisites: One 300-level FREN course or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 491 - Seminar in French Studies
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, once for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Requisites: Honors student status and thesis advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
FREN 499 - Directed Study
With the guidance and approval of a member of the French faculty, students may investigate an area of French studies – including literature, culture, and/or language – that is not included in the content of an existing course.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Independent Study Only
German
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GER 111 - Elementary German I
Introduction to the study of German language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits:4 cr
General Education: Category 9
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
GER 112 - Elementary German II
Continuation of the study of German language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: GER 111 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education: Category 9
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
GER 211 - Intermediate German I
Study of German language and culture, including review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on German as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: GER 112 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 212 - Intermediate German II
Comprehensive review of German language and culture, and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on German as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 311 - Introduction to German Literature I
Presents representative major works from the 18th and 19th centuries (Classical to Realism). Lectures, discussions and readings in German.
Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 312 - Introduction to German Literature II
Presents representative major works of the 20th century from Naturalism to the present time. Lectures, discussions and readings in German.
Requisites: GER 212 (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 321 - German Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 332 - German Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 340 - German Civilization
A survey course of German culture from the Middle Ages to the present time, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics, and historical events.
Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 391 - Special Seminar in German
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 455 - Intensive Language Review
This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral German. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations, and discussions.
Requisites: GER 321 or GER 332 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 491 - Seminar in Germanic Studies
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
GER 499 - Directed Study
Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling. Intensive study of an author, literary form or period, or some aspect of the German language.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Independent Study Only
Japanese
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JAPN 111 - Elementary Japanese I
This course aims at the acquisition of basic communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency through the practice of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in modern Japanese. Students will be introduced to the Japanese writing system - the phonetic hiragana and katakana, and the character-based kanji. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 112 - Elementary Japanese II
This course aims at the expansion of basic communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency through the practice of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in modern Japanese. Students will increase their knowledge of Chinese characters (kanji) to 250. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: JAPN 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 211 - Intermediate Japanese I
This course aims at the expansion of the communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) acquired in Elementary Japanese II (JAPN 112). Continued emphasis will be placed on audio-lingual skills while an increased emphasis is placed on reading and writing kanji skills. Students are expected to be able to appreciate, enjoy, and describe the different cultural aspects and their relation to the Japanese language. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: JAPN 112. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 212 - Intermediate Japanese II
This emphasizes the continuation of the skills learned in Intermediate Japanese I (JAPN 211). Classes will be conducted entirely in Japanese. The focus is on both written and spoken skills, but the primary emphasis is on spoken Japanese. Students are expected to be able to appreciate, enjoy, and describe the different cultural aspects and their relation to the Japanese language. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: JAPN 211. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 311 - Japanese Literature & Culture
Presents representative works of Japanese literature from the 17th-21st centuries. Lectures, discussions and readings in Japanese.
Requisites: JAPN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall and SpringYearly Cycle Periodically -
JAPN 321 - Japanese Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Requisites: JAPN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 332 - Japanese Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Requisites: JAPN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 340 - Japanese Civilization
A survey course of Japanese culture from prehistoric times to the present, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics, and historical events.
Requisites: JAPN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
JAPN 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: JAPN 212 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically
Latin
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LAT 111 - Elementary Latin I
Teaches skills in reading, writing and comprehension of Latin.
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
LAT 112 - Elementary Latin II
Continuation of LAT 111.
Requisites: LAT 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically
Modern Foreign Languages
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MFL 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 191 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: MFL 190 (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 205 - Studies in World Literature
Students explore literature from multiple cultures through study of works of fiction, poetry, drama and/or film by authors from outside the U.S., Great Britain and English Canada. Works selected on the basis of common theme, genre, historical period and/or geographical area. Literature not originally in English will be studied in translation. (The title in the Course Schedule will reflect the specific subject matter of the course.) May be taken more than once for credit.
Requisites: All reading and writing Basic Skills requirements. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: ENGL 205
Credits:3 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 210 - World Languages and Cultures
An exploration of societies across the globe in which a common language is spoken, with an emphasis on language use and evolution, and contemporary cultural products, practices, and perspectives. This course is conducted in English. The title in the course schedule will reflect the specific subject matter of the course. May be taken more than once for credit.
Requisites: All reading and writing Basic Skills requirements. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 8
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 290 - Special Topics
Topics may vary but include: French, German, Polish and Spanish philosophy; introduction to languages not currently taught; introduction to descriptive linguistics. Course is taught in English or in the target language and includes work in the language laboratory where applicable.
Requisites: MFL 190. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Summer/SpringYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 291 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-6 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 396 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment. May enroll only twice in one department.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 2. 50 GPA an a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 465 - Elem Foreign Language Methods
A study of elementary level foreign language pedagogy, emphasizing methods to teach listening, speaking, and culture; including methods to teach reading and writing; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Requisites: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 466 - Sec Foreign Language Methods
A study of secondary foreign language pedagogy, including methods to teach listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and other media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Requisites: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
MFL 490 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 491 - Special Topics
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
MFL 496 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 2. 50 GPA and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-12 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically
Spanish
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SPAN 111 - Elementary Spanish I
Introduction to the study of Spanish language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 112 - Elementary Spanish II
Continuation of the study of Spanish language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: SPAN 111 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education:
Session Cycle Winter and SpringYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 211 - Intermediate Spanish I
Study of Spanish language and culture, including review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on Spanish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: SPAN 112 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
General Education: Category 9
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 212 - Intermediate Spanish II
Comprehensive review of Spanish language and culture, and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on Spanish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Requisites: SPAN 211 or equivalent. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 290 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Requisites: SPAN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 311 - Spanish Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Requisites: SPAN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 313 - Introduction to Literature of Spain I
Presents representative works from the Middle Ages through the Spanish Golden Age. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 314 - Introduction to Literature of Spain II
Presents representative works from the 18th century to contemporary authors. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 317 - Intro to Latin-American Literature I
A survey course of Latin-American literature from its origins to Modernism. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 318 - Intro to Latin-American Literature II
A continuation of SPAN 317 from Modernism to the present. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall and WinterYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 319 - Intro to U.S. Hispanic Lit
Presents a restricted number of representative works with emphasis on Mexican-American, Cuban-American and Puerto Rican authors. Readings in Spanish and English, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 334 - Phonetics
A study of the rules of Spanish pronunciation utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students learn to perfect their pronunciation by intensive oral exercises. Students are required to make recordings in the language laboratory.
Requisites: SPAN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 336 - Spanish for the Professions
Oral proficiency and composition practice stressing terminology used in medicine, law, criminal justice, business and social work.
Requisites: SPAN 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 337 - Spanish for Health Professions
Development of communication skills in Spanish for healthcare settings, with an emphasis on oral communication and culturally-appropriate communication.
Requisites: SPAN 302 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 338 - Span Health Prof Field Exp
Students engage in service learning in healthcare in Spanish-speaking settings, domestically or internationally.
Requisites: SPAN 337 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 340 - Civilization of Spain
Survey course of Spanish culture from the Middle Ages to the present time, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics, and historical events. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 302 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 341 - Latin-American Civilization
A survey course of Latin-American cultures from the pre-Columbian times to the present time, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, political institutions, political institutions, and historical events.
Requisites: SPAN 302 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 344 - U.S. Hispanic Civilization
A survey course of U.S. Hispanic culture. Readings in Spanish and English, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Requisites: SPAN 302 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: SPAN 112 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 391 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 393 - Directed Readings
An organized plan of readings in one or more aspects of the discipline. The student and instructor must agree on a plan of readings prior to enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, a 3. 00 GPA or higher, a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Independent Study Only -
SPAN 419 - Advanced Composition & Conversation
An intense study of Spanish grammar, stylistics and pronunciation through readings, lectures, guided and free discussion. Composition as a process will be addressed.
Requisites: SPAN 302, SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 430 - Modern Spanish Literature
A study of contemporary Spanish thought and literature. Topics will include: the rise of the modern Spanish novel, the generation of 27, poetry and drama since the Civil War.
Requisites: One 300-level SPAN course. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 440 - Contemporary Latin-American Prose
A study of the 20th century major Latin-American prose writers including: Garcia Marquez, Vargas Llosa, Rulfo, Carpentier, Laura Esquivel, Isabel Allende, Rosario Ferre, and others.
Requisites: One 300-level SPAN course. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 450 - Latin-American Poetry & Drama
A study of 19th and 20th century poetry and drama.
Requisites: One 300-level SPAN course. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 455 - Intensive Language Review
This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral Spanish. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations, and discussions.
Requisites: SPAN 302, SPAN 311 or SPAN 419 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Fall onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 456 - Introduction to Linguistics
A study of the fundamentals of descriptive linguistics including a comparative analysis of Spanish and English as to structure, sound systems and semantics.
Requisites: SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 457 - Spanish-English Translation
Translation from English to Spanish and Spanish to English with emphasis on accuracy and good style in each language. Correct usage is also stressed. Students move beyond word for word translation to idiomatic usage.
Requisites: SPAN 311, SPAN 419 or SPAN 455 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Every Year -
SPAN 460 - Contemporary Cinema of Spain
This course will study the cultural, political, and economic changes that took place in Spain from 1975 - present. Spanish films will provide insight into the complex social image of Spain.
Requisites: SPAN 302 and SPAN 311 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 469 - Teaching Eng As 2nd Lang for Span Spkrs
A study of the various techniques used in teaching English as a second language to Spanish speakers, including the development of teaching materials and evaluation techniques.
Requisites: SPAN 456 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 471 - Bilingual-Bicultural Methodology
A study of classroom management, testing and evaluation for bilingual-bicultural children and of the materials available for classroom use and for research.
Requisites: SPAN 469 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Session Cycle Winter onlyYearly Cycle Periodically -
SPAN 499 - Directed Study
For a directed study in literature a student must present a detailed program of his/her project to be approved by the instructor by the end of the preceding semester. For a directed study in the methods of teaching Spanish, a detailed program will be formulated by the student and the professor directing the project by the end of the preceding semester.
Credits:1-4 cr
Session Cycle Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle Independent Study Only
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