0051/H091. Basic I (4 s.h.) F S SS. Core: LA.

Basic Spanish I is an introductory Spanish course for students with little or no previous Spanish experience. The course will develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing as well as introduce students to the richness and diversity of Spanish-speaking cultures. Three days of class instruction and discussion are complemented by one day of Language Lab in which students will be immersed in language and culture through video and computer-assisted technology.

0052/H092. Basic II (4 s.h.) F S. Core: LA.

Basic Spanish II furthers the skills begun in Basic I. Student output is increased in speaking and writing, and there is a continuation of the exploration of Spanish-speaking cultures. The class is four days a week with one day in the Language Lab.

C061/H093. Intermediate I (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: LB.

Intermediate Spanish I is a communicative intermediate Spanish course. More sophisticated grammar will be introduced and students will continue to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing competencies. Class work will include discussions, videos, and writing. Students will take a more active role in their own learning process by using computer technology out of class to hone grammar skills and explore the multi-faceted world of Hispanic culture.

0076. Intensive Practice (9 s.h.) S.

Prerequisite: Admittance to Latin American Studies Semester.

Intensive practice in Spanish, using methods, materials, and small class sections tailored to the varied linguistic needs of the students. Given in conjunction with Latin American Studies 0100, Latin America through Film and Fiction; and Sociology 0163, Area Studies. This combination of language study, area study (taught in Spanish), and a field trip opportunity to use Spanish in a total-immersion atmosphere affords a unique opportunity for personal enrichment and language acquisition.

0088. Language Skills for Spanish Speakers (3 s.h.) F.

Designed for the needs of heritage speakers of Spanish with little or no formal training in Spanish. Spelling, accentuation, and standard sentence-level grammar plus opportunities for Spanish conversation.

0101/H101. Conversational Review (3 s.h.) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish C061 or sufficient score on the placement examination.

This course is one of a quartet (0101, W102, 0103, and 0104), which may be taken at the same time. It reviews grammatical material complementary with what is reviewed in W102, and time is devoted to reading comprehension and writing. However, the main thrust of the course is oral practice for the purpose of improving the non-native student's control of grammatical Spanish, including pronunciation.

W102. Composition and Conversation (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: WI.

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish C061 or sufficient score on the placement examination.

This course is one of a quartet (0101, W102, 0103, and 0104), which may be taken at the same time. It reviews grammatical material complementary with what is reviewed in 0101, and time is devoted to reading comprehension and oral expression. However, the main thrust of the course is practice in writing short essays in grammatical Spanish.

0103/H103. Hispanic Readings (3 s.h.) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish C061 or satisfactory score on the placement examination.

This course is one of a quartet (0101, W102, 0103 and 0104), which may be taken at the same time. The course involves listening, speaking, and writing, but the main emphasis is put on reading comprehension. Students are expected to read large quantities of material in Spanish for the acquisition of a broad reading comprehension skill, without the necessity of understanding every word in the text, and not for the purpose of translation or literary analysis.

0104. Advanced Grammar and Linguistic Concepts (3 s.h.) F S SS.

This course is one of a quartet (0101, w102, 0103 and 0104), which may be taken at the same time. Spanish 0104 emphasizes advanced grammar (including distinctions of aspect and mood, reflexive and passive usage, and pronoun selection). Attention is paid to Spanish/English contrasts. Grammar skills are developed in conversation and in reading and writing. Students are also introduced to linguistic concepts that will help them make their own judgements about grammar and pronunciation.

0176. Advanced Intensive Practice in the Four Skills (9 s.h.) S.

Prerequisite: Admittance to Latin American Studies Semester.

Designed to meet the needs of the participants in the Latin American Studies Semester (LASS) program. Emphasis on intensive practice in Spanish tailored to the variable linguistic requirements of the students.

Note: For advanced students only. A companion to Spanish 0076.

0209. Advanced Skills for Spanish Speakers (3 s.h.) S.

Enhances and strengthens control of standard Spanish grammar and orthography through the study of representative samples of essays, prose, poetry, business letters, formal written communiqués, etc., in Spanish. Develops vocabulary recognition and writing skills focusing on the paragraph and the short essay.

0211. Hispanic Readings II (3 s.h.) SS.

Themes in Hispanic culture in the context of short prose readings, including the short story and the short novel. Emphasis on tools for advanced reading: vocabulary recognition, comprehension of idiomatic expressions, and knowledge of advanced grammar. Includes writing and oral discussion.

0212. Spanish for Health and Human Services (3 s.h.)

This course assists medical and human-services personnel and students in interacting and communicating effectively with Spanish-speaking people. Conversation skills, cultural information, and medical and social-services terminology are integrated as they apply to real situations. Students practice verbal and non-verbal skills in simulated role-playing situations.

0213. Contemporary Spain through Film (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Completion of W102 or satisfactory score in the achievement examination.

The course is designed for the development of all language skills by studying modern Spanish culture through films.

W215. Advanced Writing Skills (3 s.h.) F S. Core: WI.

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish 0101, W102, 0103, or 0209, or satisfactory score on the achievement examination.

This is the most advanced language skills course. Attention is given to listening and speaking, but emphasis is put on reading comprehension and writing. This course contains an introduction to literary analysis, and is a prerequisite for all advanced literature courses.

Note: Capstone W course.

0216. Spanish for Business Professions (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Spanish C061 or permission of instructor.

An introduction to aspects of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture for business students and business professionals. Emphasis on the development of vocabulary and conversation skills.

0220. Business Spanish I (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: One 0100-level Spanish course or Spanish 0216.

An introduction in Spanish to basic business concepts (relating to company structure, accounting, banking, etc.) with a focus on Spanish vocabulary and writing skills for business. Attention to applications in Spanish-speaking countries.

0221. Business Spanish II (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: One 0100-level Spanish course or Spanish 0216.

An examination in Spanish of business concepts focusing on finance, marketing, and international business, including import and export. Emphasis on vocabulary and writing skills for business. Attention to awareness of Hispanic culture and applications in Spanish-speaking countries.

0222. Business Spanish III (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: One 0100-level Spanish course or Spanish 0216.

Translation of business documents, including correspondence, orders, letters of credit, import-export permits, invoices, contracts and other common instruments of international business. Designed for students who desire careers as translators as well as for those who plan to enter business. Business background is not required.

0225. Translation Skills I (3 s.h.)

Translation skills through familiarity with different types of language taken mainly from Spanish newspapers: reporting, sports, columns, advertisements, correspondence, etc. Models of each and their inherent problems in translation. Essays on translation to examine theories of translation.

0226. Translation Skills II (3 s.h.)

Style, techniques, and mechanics of translation focusing on texts relating to the subject areas of family and social issues, public health, and education.

0230. Spanish-American Culture and Civilization (3 s.h.)

Study of the Spanish-American people through their literature, history, architecture, art, music, and European/indigenous traditions and institutions.

0231. The Hispanic Mind (3 s.h.)

This course examines what is "different" about Hispanic society and Hispanic mentality. To address these questions, it focuses on topics including ethnic struggle, linguistic diversity, and intellectual and artistic creativity, as well as on the relationship between Spain, Latin America, and Latino society in the U.S. Spanish language skills are developed through conversation and writing.

0235. Spanish Culture and Civilization (3 s.h.)

The Spanish character as revealed in its language, art, music, and ethnic traditions. Geography and sociology of Spain. Lectures, readings, and discussions.

0240. Introduction to Spanish American Literature (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Spanish W215 taken previously or concurrently.

A panoramic view of Spanish American literature.

0241. Introduction to Spanish Literature (3 s.h.) F.

Prerequisite: Spanish W215 taken previously or concurrently.

A panoramic view of Spanish literature.

0300. The Art of Translation (3 s.h.)

Introduction to literary translation focusing on a variety of genres and periods.

0303. Directed Readings (2 - 3 s.h.) F S.

By arrangement with appropriate course director and special permission of department chair. Readings must be at the 300 level.

0322. 20th Century Puerto Rican Authors (3 s.h.)

A study of 20th Century Puerto Rican authors.

0330. Spanish Phonetics (3 s.h.)

An articulatory study of the sounds of Spanish with attention to regional variation and comparisons with English.

0331. Grammatical Structure of Spanish I (3 s.h.)

Concepts and procedures of linguistic description applied to the Spanish language.

0332. Grammatical Structure of Spanish II (3 s.h.)

A descriptive linguistic study of Spanish/English contrasts.

0333. Spanish Applied Linguistics (3 s.h.) S.

This course will explore a number of theories accounting for language learning from classical times to the present. Students will examine not only the teaching of Spanish in accordance with these theories, but also the acquisition of Spanish by the second language learner.

0334. History of the Spanish Language (3 s.h.)

A study of chronological developments in the linguistic and social history of Spanish.

0335. Spanish Sociolinguistics (3 s.h.) SS.

This course will provide an introduction to the study of language in society as represented in sociolinguistic research from Spain, Latin America, and the United States. Emphasis is on linguistic variation.

0342. Spanish American Short Story (3 s.h.)

The evolution of the Spanish American short story.

0343. Spanish American Novel (3 s.h.) SS.

This course will focus on the novel as genre seen from different perspectives, according to instructor's choice.

0344. Contemporary Spanish-American Fiction (3 s.h.)

Topics in contemporary Spanish American fiction.

0345. National Literatures of Spanish America (3 s.h.) S.

This course will select a Spanish American country and explore its literary development. The country of choice will vary according to the instructor's preference.

0346. Latin American Poetry (3 s.h.)

Trends in Latin American poetry through representative poems and poets.

0351. Latin American Literature of Social Conflict (3 s.h.)

Class, ethnic, gender, and other social conflicts in Latin American Literature.

0360. Medieval Spanish Text (3 s.h.)

This course will analyze Spanish texts of the Middle Ages and provide an introduction to paleography.

0361. Survey of Spanish Literature II (3 s.h.)

Survey of selected periods and themes in Spanish literature.

0365. Cervantes: Don Quixote (3 s.h.)

Cervantes' literary masterpiece, its historical context and impact on Spanish culture.

0371. Contemporary Spanish Novel (3 s.h.)

A study of the genre in Spain from the 1950's to the present.

0374. Contemporary Spanish Poetry (3 s.h.)

A study of the genre in Spain from the 1950's to the present.

0375. Contemporary Spanish Issues (3 s.h.)

An overview of major issues and figures on the Spanish cultural scene. Readings from a variety of genres.

0377. Hispanic Literature through Art (3 s.h.)

Comparative study of Hispanic literature in the context of trends and styles in the history of Art.