(SPA) Spanish
Note: Students who have taken two or more years of a foreign language, and have done so in the last two years, should begin that language at the 200 level or switch to a new language. If there is doubt, placement will be determined by testing or consultation with the academic division.
SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I (3 credits)
Fundamentals of grammar and pronunciation, as well as vocabulary, with attention to the basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Practical topics include language useful for everyday survival. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: SPA 101 with a minimum C grade or comparable experience
Continuation of SPA 101 with additional study of grammar as well as high-frequency vocabulary in context, including that related to daily activities. Focus on culture and history of Spanish-speaking nations. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 105 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers I (3 credits)
Prerequisite: divisional permission
Designed for students who either acquired an oral understanding of the language as a result of growing up among Spanish speakers or for those who immigrated to the U.S. as native Spanish speakers. Focus is on developing language skills through reading newspapers, writing, as well as a variety of cultural experiences. 3 lecture hours
SPA 106 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: SPA 105 or divisional permission
Continuation of SPA 105, focusing on further development of linguistic skills and exploration of Latino life in the U.S. and abroad. 3 lecture hours
SPA 107 - Practical Spanish I (3 credits)
Introductory conversational course emphasizing oral communication. Covers practical vocabulary used in realistic contexts. Useful for workplace applications, social situations and travel. Fall offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 108 - Practical Spanish II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: SPA 101 or SPA 107
Continuation of SPA 107. With minimal attention to grammar, emphasizes spoken Spanish for practical topics. Useful for workplace applications, social situations, and travel. Spring offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 110 - Hispanic Culture (3 credits)
Survey of the history, ethnic character, way of life, music, art, literature, linguistic background, and other distinctive features of Spain and Latin America. Study of the unity and diversity among Hispanic countries as well as Hispanic influence in the United States. [Taught in English; does not fulfill foreign language requirement.] Occasional offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I (3 credits)
Strengthens the basic skills of speaking, writing, reading, and listening through creative activities with expanded vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. Grammatical study involves old and new constructions; conversational study includes vocabulary and phrases involved in everyday activities. Fall offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 202 - Intermediate Spanish II (3 credits)
Continuation of SPA 201. Emphasizes practical vocabulary, verb tenses, and speaking, reading and writing practice. Cultural study of Spanish-speaking countries includes discussions of relevant articles in magazines and newspapers. Spring offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 251 - Advanced Spanish I (3 credits)
Prerequisite: SPA 202 or divisional permission
Includes conversational study for a variety of life situations. Reviews troublesome grammar points. Literary works of various genres and periods are read and analyzed. Classes are conducted in Spanish. Fall offering. 3 lecture hours
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SPA 252 - Advanced Spanish II (3 credits)
Prerequisites: SPA 301, minimum C grade in SPA 202 or divisional permission
Study of language and literature emphasized through the reading and analysis of significant works of Spanish and Latin American literature. Includes composition exercises, vocabulary development, and expansion of speaking skills. Classes are conducted in Spanish. Spring offering. 3 lecture hours
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