Spanish Course Descriptions

101, 102 Elementary Spanish I, II
A study of the essentials of Spanish grammar and basic vocabulary to promote speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on developing the conversational skills and cultural awareness to handle topics of everyday life in Spanish. (1,1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. for each; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk. for each.

201, 202 Intermediate Spanish I, II
A review of the essentials of Spanish grammar with the introduction of advanced structures. Continued development of the four essential skills, and further acquisition of vocabulary. Emphasis on conversational skills to handle situations of everyday life with increased range of personal expression. Inclusion of cultural material. (1,1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. for each; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk. for each. Prerequisite: No prerequisite, but previous study of a foreign language is recommended. (For any course above the 202 level, 201-202 or the equivalent is a prerequisite.) The following are taught in Spanish:

301 Spanish Conversation
Practice in oral self-expression and listening comprehension. (This course is for non-native speakers of Spanish.) (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory work. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or equivalent.

302 Spanish Composition
Practice in written expression with an intensive review of Spanish grammar. Introduction to the principles of Spanish style and techniques of formal writing and translation. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or equivalent.

311 Civilization and Culture: Spain
The civilization and cultural development of Spain. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or equivalent.

312 Civilization and Culture: Spanish America
An overview of the historical and cultural development of Spanish America from its pre-Colombian roots through the colonial era and up to contemporary times. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or equivalent.

313 Language and Culture in the Hispanic World
Intensive study of present-day Hispanic language and culture: intellectual and artistic currents, beliefs, customs and traditions, stereotypes and self-images. Conducted in Spanish.(1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Completion of Intermediate Spanish or the equivalent.

315 Contemporary Issues: Spanish America
A survey of current political, economic, and cultural issues that are regional and global in scope. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory work. Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or equivalent.

321 Introduction to Literature I: Spain
Spanish literature from its beginnings to 1700. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

322 Introduction to Literature II: Spain
Representative works of Spanish literature from 1700 to the present. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

323 Introduction to Literature III: Spanish America
A study of literary works by major Spanish-American writers from the colonial era through contemporary times with a careful consideration of contexts and an analysis of literary style. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

330 Commercial Spanish
Fundamentals of practical commercial Spanish, effective reports and letters applicable to business usage, as well as the language of advertising, foreign trade, transportation, banking, and finance. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

335 Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
The theory and practice of pronunciation. A systematic analysis of the sounds of Spanish. Stress and intonation patterns of Spanish speech through phonetics transcription and intensive oral practice. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

340 Area Studies in Latin America
Focused and in-depth cultural studies on selected regions of Latin America. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301-302 or permission.

341 Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages
An evaluative study of language teaching methods. Development of teaching aids and a teacher's resource book. K-12 levels of instruction will be presented. Assignments will be completed in Spanish. (1) Taught in English. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. (Cross-listed as Language 341.)

380 Special Topics in Hispanic Life and Culture
Class study of a special topic, with topic to be determined by the students and the faculty member. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

402 The Structure of Modern Spanish
Study of complex structures and problematic aspects of Spanish language focusing on morphology, syntax, and semantics. Emphasis is placed on direct application to composition, translation, and oral expression. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 301, 302, or permission.

405, 406 Independent Study
Guided reading and research of a particular facet of the Spanish or Spanish-American language, literature, and culture. ( 1 / 2 ,1) Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

410 Medieval and Golden Age Hispanic Literature
Close readings of texts by writers from Spain and/or Spanish America. Emphasis on major literary styles of the period: Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 321 or 322 or 323 or permission.

416 Internship
Field placement providing the student with practical experience in work areas in which Spanish is applied. These areas may include embassies, government service, international business, education, industry, and the communications media. (1) May be conducted in Spanish or English. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. (Cross-listed as Language 416.)

20 18th- and 19th-Century Hispanic Literature
Close readings of texts by writers from Spain and/or Spanish America. Emphasis on major literary styles of the period: Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, and Naturalism. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 321 or 322 or 323 or permission.

430 20th-Century Hispanic Literature
Close readings of texts by writers from Spain and/or Spanish America. Emphasis on major literary styles from the early part of the century up to contemporary times. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Spanish 321 or 322 or 323 or permission.

495, 496, 497 Honors Project A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance. Prerequisites:To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major, a student in his/her senior year or in the Summer prior to the senior year, must work under the guidance of his/her committee.A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and department.A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. 495 Honors Project is prerequisite for 497 Honors Project. ( 1 / 2 , 1, 1 / 2 )