The fundamentals of Spanish grammar through composition, comprehension, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing in a cultural context. Classes are conducted in Spanish and students engage in active use of the language. No prior knowledge expected. Cannot be taken for credit after SPAN 1200.
Continuation of SPAN 1100. The fundamentals of Spanish grammar through composition, comprehension, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing in a cultural context. Classes are conducted in Spanish and students engage in active use of the language. Credit not awarded for SPAN 1200 following receipt of credit for any SPAN course numbered SPAN 2100 or above. Prerequisite: SPAN 1100 or equivalent.
Significant review of grammar, moving toward increased proficiency in composition, listening comprehension, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis on cultural context. Compositions, oral practice, reading. Students may take 1 Spanish course numbered between 2100 and 2109 for credit. Credit not awarded for SPAN 2100 following receipt of credit for any SPAN course numbered SPAN 2200 or above. Prerequisites: SPAN 1200 or equivalent.
Continuation of Intermediate Spanish I. Grammar review, moving toward increased proficiency in composition, listening comprehension, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis on cultural context. Students may take 1 Spanish course numbered between 2200 and 2209 for credit. Credit not awarded for SPAN 2200 following receipt of credit for any SPAN course numbered SPAN 3100 or above. Prerequisite: SPAN 2100 or equivalent.
Writing practice, sentence structure, correct expression, and guided discussions in Spanish of cultural topics. A good command of basic grammar expected. May repeat for credit with different content. Topics vary by offering; periodic offering at intervals that may exceed four years. Prerequisite: SPAN 2200 or equivalent; or Instructor permission.
Introduction to basic genres of Hispanic literatures (narrative, poetry, drama, essay); development of analytical and critical reading/discussion skills. Short analytical papers and ample class discussion. Prerequisite: SPAN 3110 or concurrent enrollment with Instructor permission.
An introductory literature course; students will read and analyze texts associated with the diverse cultures of Spain as it began the period of colonial expansion. Prerequisite: SPAN 3610.
An introductory literature course; students read and analyze Latin American texts from the period before the conquest to the 1898 Spanish American War. Analyzes topics including ideology formation, the imposition of colonial difference and its continuation in coloniality. Prerequisite: SPAN 3610.
On-site supervised work experience combined with a structured academic learning plan directed by a faculty member or a faculty-staff team in which a faculty member is the instructor of record, for which academic credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Advanced study in Spanish literature. May repeat for credit with different content. Topics vary by offering; periodic offering at intervals that may exceed four years. Prerequisite: SPAN 3615, SPAN 3620, SPAN 3665, or SPAN 3670; or Instructor permission.
Studies the theme of petroleum in Latin American culture. A principle theme is the analysis of the importance of petroleum in the creation of the modern, globalized world as well as the formation of global capitalism. Prerequisites: SPAN 3615, SPAN 3620, SPAN 3665, or SPAN 3670, or Instructor permission.
See Schedule of Courses for specific titles. Prerequisite: SPAN 3610.
College honors thesis or other department/program honors, under the supervision of a faculty member. Offered at department discretion.