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Programs

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Course ID	Course
SPAN 101	SPAN 101 Introduction to Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture for students with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish. The course covers basic grammar, listening, speaking, reading of simple texts and writing skills.. NB: Students with more than two years of high school Spanish or native speaker ability cannot take SPAN 101 for credit. See instructor for entry levels.
SPAN 102	SPAN 102 Introduction to Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture for students with some knowledge of Spanish. This is a continuation of SPAN 101 course; grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills will be further developed. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 or permission. NB: See instructor for entry levels.
SPAN 201	SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course provides an increased understanding of Hispanic culture and Spanish language through the review and expansion of grammar; including a strong emphasis on oral skills, writing, comprehension, and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101, 102, or instructor's consent.
SPAN 202	SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course provides an increased understanding of Hispanic culture and Spanish language through the review and expansion of grammar; including a strong emphasis on oral skills, writing, comprehension, and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101, 102, or instructor's consent.
SPAN 301	SPAN 301 Advanced Written and Oral Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course emphasizes the development of oral and written skills based on advanced grammar. It includes an examination of different topics of popular Hispanic culture. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201, 202, or instructor's consent.
SPAN 302	SPAN 302 Advanced Written and Oral Spanish Course Credits: 3 This course emphasizes the development of oral and written skills based on advanced grammar. It includes an examination of different topics of popular Hispanic culture. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201, 202, or instructor's consent.
SPAN 310	SPAN 310 Latin American Culture and Civilization Course Credits: 3 This course paints a broad picture of society and culture in Latin America. Various aspects of culture are discussed, including topics such as history, art, politics, religion, sports, customs, and current events in the Hispanic world. Cultural readings, videos, and websites are used to stimulate discussion, add insight and knowledge, and develop the capabilities of the oral language. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201, 202, or instructor's consent.
SPAN 320	SPAN 320 Spanish Culture and Civilization Course Credits: 3 Conducted entirely in Spanish, this course uses an historical approach to examine society and culture in Spain. Various aspects of Spanish culture and society are discussed: literary works, art, politics, religion, sports, customs, and current events. Cultural readings, newspaper and magazine articles, videos, and websites are used to stimulate discussion, add insight and knowledge, and develop the capabilities of the oral language. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201, 202. (3-0; 3-0)
SPAN 405	SPAN 405 Spanish Peninsular Literature I Course Credits: 3 Survey courses covering selected major authors in Spanish Peninsular Literature from the Middle Ages to the present. The historic and literary context of the works is presented and the influence of Christianity as a significant force shaping both literature and culture is examined. All major genres are included from the Middle Ages to the eighteenth century. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 302, or instructor's consent.

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