| Native speakers or students with any Spanish credits
from high school MUST take the Spanish placement test before
being admitted to their first Spanish language course at
SEU. Spanish courses 1311-2312 are designed for students
whose native language is NOT Spanish. Spanish 2313 and
2314 are designed for bilingual (Spanish-English) speakers
who have had limited high school Spanish or none. Courses
numbered 3330 and above require intermediate or advanced
reading and listening comprehension skills. Intermediate
level skills correspond to the level acquired through Spanish
2312 or 2314. Native speakers who are graduates of high
schools in Spain or Latin America may enroll in courses
3330 or above. |
| SPAN 1310 Introduction to Hispanic Culture |
| Taught in English. An introduction to the contemporary
culture of Spain and Latin America and the historical
development of cultural norms, customs, popular and fine
arts of both regions. Same as INTL 1310. Prerequisite:
None. Fall, Spring. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 1311 Spanish I (Introductory Level) |
| A beginning course stressing comprehension, speaking, reading and writing and acquisition of basic vocabulary. Extensive listening outside of class is an integral part of the course. The only students who can register for this class are those that were placed at this level. Students must take the placement test unless they have never had Spanish before. Fall, Spring, Summer. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 1312 Spanish II (Introductory Level) |
| A continuation of development of fundamental skills stressed
in Spanish I, and further development of vocabulary and
grammatical structures needed for basic proficiency.
Extensive listening outside of class
is an integral part of the course.
Prerequisite: SPAN 1311 or equivalent credit or placement
test. Fall, Spring, Summer. 3 hours.
|
| SPAN 1313 Spanish II (Introductory Level for English-dominant
Hispanics) |
| This course concentrates on supplementing the Spanish vocabulary
and grammar of English-dominant bilingual students who
have passive knowledge of the language, but who usually
do not speak it. The course also features reading, writing
and speaking components to prepare students for basic
proficiency in the language (at minimum) or for further
study in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 1311 or equivalent
credit or placement test. (Degree credit cannot be received
for both SPAN 1312 and SPAN 1313.) Spring. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 2311 Spanish III (Intermediate Level) |
| The semester course begins with a short review of basic
grammatical patterns taught at the introductory level. Continued
development of vocabulary, listening comprehension, reading
and writing skills. Reading and writing assignments reinforce
students' command of more complex grammatical structures
and provide topics for oral discussion.
Extensive listening outside of class
is an integral part of this course. Prerequisite:
SPAN 1312 or equivalent credit or placement test. Introductory-level
reading ability is required. Fall, Spring, Summer. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 2312 Spanish IV (Intermediate Level) |
| Reading and writing assignments stress development of vocabulary and increased flexibility in expression. Oral communication skills receive extensive practice in discussion of reading assignments on a variety of topics in Hispanic culture, contemporary life.
Extensive listening outside of class
is an integral part of this course. Prerequisite: SPAN
2311 or equivalent credit or placement test. Intermediate
level reading ability is required. Fall, Spring, Summer. 3
hours. |
| SPAN 2313 Spanish for Bilingual Speakers I |
| Stresses development of reading and basic writing skills,
including spelling, punctuation, written accent and study
of formal grammar needed to understand the fundamentals
of composition and revision. Designed for bilingual speakers
with little or no previous formal instruction in Spanish.
Placement test is required. Prerequisite: Speaking ability
in Spanish is assumed; intermediate level reading ability
is required. Fall. 3 hours
|
| SPAN 2314 Spanish For Bilingual Speakers II |
| Continues development of reading and writing skills for
bilingual speakers, with additional emphasis on writing
assignments and vocabulary development. Revision and
proofreading skills are stressed. Prerequisite: SPAN
2313 or placement test. Speaking ability in Spanish is
assumed; intermediate-high level reading ability is required.
Spring. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 2325 Reading & Listening Comprehension |
| This course focuses on improving
listening and
reading comprehension
and speed through extensive reading and the development
of effective reading strategies. Class activities and
assignments will also help develop vocabulary, knowledge
about the Hispanic world, and critical thinking skills
needed for upper division coursework in Spanish. Spanish
2325 is recommended for both non-native speakers and
bilingual students who need to develop advanced reading
and listening comprehension. Students needing this course
should take it before registering for upper division
courses with extensive reading assignments. Consult with
the Spanish faculty before registration. Prerequisite:
SPAN 2312 or 2313 or appropriate placement on the placement
test. Fall. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 2326 Practical Conversation |
| Designed to help students improve fluency
and
improve pronunciation
and develop vocabulary needed for general purposes. Classes
will require preparation for informal conversation with
other students and instructor. Textbooks,
video and audio
materials
and interviews with native speakers
will provide source materials. Consult with Spanish faculty
before registration. Prerequisites: SPAN 2312, placement
test or permission of Spanish instructor. Students planning
to major or minor in Spanish
instructor
may register for SPAN 2312
and SPAN 2326 during the same semester. 3 hours. |
| 2351 Topics in Hispanic Studies |
| Different topics in Hispanic Studies will be presented
under this heading, according to student interest, including
topics covering the language, its written formats, or
the culture of Latin America or of Spain. Requires a
minimum of intermediate proficiency in reading, writing
and oral skills. Prerequisites: SPAN 2312 or 2314 or
permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit
when topics change.
|
| SPAN 3330 Grammar & Composition |
Academic and public audiences such as schools, businesses,
and publications demand a high standard of correctness
in grammar and spelling, as well as clear organization
in writing. SPAN 3330 is designed to review and extend
students' understanding of the grammar of standard Spanish
and to apply that knowledge in the process of composition
and revision. Grammar topics include verb tenses and
mood, sequence of tenses, agreement, modifiers, and pronouns.
A grade of C in SPAN 3330 or a score of advanced on the
mid-level Spanish writing test (administered each semester)
in a prerequisite for enrollment in all senior-level Spanish
language courses (numbered 4301 or higher). Students who
did not grow up with Spanish would probably also benefit
from taking SPAN 2325, Listening and Reading Comprehension,
and SPAN 2326, Practical Conversation, before registering
for this Grammar and Composition class. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 3331 Culture & Civilization
of Latin America |
| The traditions, values, institutions and arts of Latin
America are examined with a view toward understanding
contemporary cultural patterns and their historical antecedents.
Requires a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in
reading, writing and oral skills. Prerequisites: Completion
of freshman writing requirements and SPAN 2312 or 2314,
placement test or permission of instructor. Spring. 3
hours. |
| SPAN 3332 Spanish Culture & Civilization |
| Contemporary cultural patterns and their cultural antecedents
are examined. Students will become acquainted with major
historical and literary figures and historical events,
visual arts and music that have contributed to world
culture and to the Hispanic heritage in the New World.
Requires a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in
reading, writing and oral skills. Prerequisites: Completion
of freshman writing requirements and SPAN 2312 or 2314,
placement test, or permission of instructor. Fall, even-numbered
years. Alternates with SPAN 3340, Introduction to Spanish
Literature. 3 hours.
|
| SPAN 3333 Mexican-American Cultural Experience |
| This course examines the folk roots of Mexican American
culture, especially in the Southwest, and contemporary
Mexican American cultural experience and expression,
as well. Topics that may be examined include folklore,
family and community traditions, fine and popular arts,
religious and political expressions of Mexican American
identity. Readings and textbooks for the class will be
in Spanish and English, depending on sources and availability.
This class is recommended as one of the culture class
options for students in Bilingual Education. Requires
a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in reading,
writing and oral skills. Prerequisites: Completion of
freshman writing requirements and SPAN 2312 or 2314,
placement test, or permission of instructor. Spring,
odd-numbered years; will alternate with SPAN 4305, Introduction
to Translation. 3 hours.
|
| SPAN 3334 Spanish for Careers |
| A high intermediate level course emphasizing language skills
needed in specific career fields for general use in public
situations. Special textbooks and other materials are
used to develop vocabulary, speaking, reading and writing
skills needed in professional settings. Requires a minimum
of intermediate high proficiency in reading, writing
and oral skills. Prerequisites: SPAN 2312 or 2314, 2325,
2326, and 3330; placement test; or permission of instructor.
Fall. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 3335 Introduction to Business Spanish |
| This course introduces students to professional Spanish
on a global level as used in the business world, in areas
such as accounting, banking, credit, loans, business
law, real estate and management. Practical application
is provided through projects focused on the Spanish-speaking
business community. Requires a minimum of intermediate
high proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills.
Prerequisites: SPAN 3330 or permission of instructor.
Fall. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 3336 Introduction to Latin American Literature |
| A selection of poetry and drama introduces students to
the wide range of literature produced in Latin America
since the Spanish conquest, but modern works will be
emphasized. The course stresses the use of literature
as a tool to understand the values, behavior and conflicts
characteristic of the times and culture rather than focusing
on details of literary style. Requires a minimum of intermediate
high proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing; SPAN 3330 or permission
of instructor. Spring. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 4301 Topics in Hispanic Culture |
| Topics concerning contemporary
culture or key historical periods in Hispanic culture.
Contemporary topics might include political and civil liberties
in Latin America, the role of the Church in Hispanic societies,
the popular arts of Latin America, popular culture of Hispanic
societies, social and political trends in Latin America.
Historical topics might include a survey of Pre-Columbian
cultures of Mexico, Creole and mestizo culture of the Colonial
Empire, the Golden Age of art and literature. Prerequisites
include advanced proficiency in reading and oral comprehension.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Requires advanced-level
reading skills. Prerequisites: Junior standing, SPAN 3330
or permission of instructor. Offered occasionally. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 4302 Seminar in Spanish Language |
| Seminar topics include special courses in Spanish linguistics
or advanced professional Spanish. Requires advanced reading
skills. Prerequisite: Junior standing, SPAN 3330, or permission
of instructor. If the course is a linguistics topic, there
will be an additional prerequisite of LING 3330. May be
repeated for credit when topics change. |
| SPAN 4303 Seminar in Latin American Literature |
| Study of literature of a specific period, region, genre
or theme. Sample topics include Modern Latin American Novel,
Novel of the Mexican Revolution, Short Story, Literature
for Children, Chicano Literature, Latin American Authors
in Translation. Requires advanced level reading skills.
Prerequisites: Junior standing, SPAN 3330, or permission
of instructor. May be repeated for credit. Offered during
summer and occasionally during long terms. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 4304 Advanced Composition |
| Advanced-level instruction in composition, revision and
editing to improve writing skills. Extensive practice through
writing assignments. Prerequisites: Junior standing, SPAN
3330 or permission of instructor. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 4305
Advanced Translation |
| Various techniques will be presented to
help students learn the art of translation
and interpretation. Although translation
from Spanish to English will be studied, greater emphasis
will be given to translations from English to Spanish,
since this is the greater need in the United States
.
Students will practice with documents from different sources,
including public service announcements and literature.
Prerequisites: LING 3335, SPAN 3330 or strong Spanish skills and permission of the instructor. Spring, even numbered years.
3 hours |
| SPAN 4306 Special Topics in Advanced Writing |
| Advanced-level instruction in composition, revision,
editing, or translation. May be repeated for credit if
topics differ. Prerequisite: Junior standing, SPAN 3330
or permission of the instructor. 3 hours. |
| SPAN 4320 Directed Study for Experience Abroad |
| For this course, students will actually "experience" the business culture in a Spanish-speaking country through specific assignments of appropriate activities, such as visiting organizations and consulting with native professionals . Prerequisites: SPAN 3330 and a minimum of high intermediate proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills. SPAN 3334 or SPAN 3335 preferred; coordinate with faculty member who will be your director. Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| SPAN 4342 Professional Oral Communication |
| Emphasis on the development of oral communication skills
through a series of activities, beginning with informal
speaking situations and progressing to formal oral presentations.
Vocabulary development, standard pronunciation and grammar
are stressed. Requires advanced-level reading skills. Prerequisites:
Junior standing, SPAN 3330 or permission of instructor.
Spring. 3 hours |
| SPAN 4347 Advanced Business Spanish |
| Advanced Business Spanish continues the development of
the professional lexicon utilized in different areas of
business, such as accounting, banking, credit, loans, business
law, real estate and management. Practical application
is provided through projects performed in the business
community. Requires a minimum of advanced proficiency in
reading, writing and oral skills. Prerequisites: SPAN 3330
and SPAN 3335. Spring. |
| SPAN 4350 Internship in Spanish |
| Required for majors in Spanish/International Business
and Spanish. Open to other students. The internship gives
students an opportunity to put language skills into use
in a specific professional setting, and to continue to
learn specialized communication skills. Internships may
be arranged with offices on campus, government or public
agencies, schools or private businesses that need individuals
who can communicate in written and oral Spanish. Specific
objectives will be developed for each intern, taking into
account the needs and goals of the student. Internships
in Mexico, Peru, and other Hispanic countries may be arranged
for Summer, and long term sessions. See members of the
Spanish faculty. Students must preregister for internship
courses. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisites:
Junior standing required, senior standing preferred. Instructor
permission required. 3 hours. |
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