Academic Catalog

Spanish (SPA)

SPA 101: Elementary Spanish I

Prerequisite / corequisite: ENG 101. An introductory Spanish course with emphasis on elementary grammar, vocabulary building, reading and listening comprehension. Not for students with prior background in Spanish

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 102: Elementary Spanish II

Continuation of SPA 201 with greater emphasis on pronunciation and oral expression. Conducted in both Spanish and English

Prerequisite: SPA 101 or equivalent (prior background in Spanish or departmental test scores)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 103: Beg Spanish Health Care Prof I

This course is the first semester of Spanish at the beginning level for health care professionals. It is equivalent to SPA 101 and, therefore, cannot be taken as a second semester language to fulfill the foreign language requirement.

Prerequisite: ENG 101 or permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 104: Beg Spanish Hlth Care Prof II

This course is the second semester of Fpanish at the beginning level for health care professionals. It is equivalent to SPA 102.

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 105: Elementary Spanish I Lab

This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition of the fundamental elements of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use of various supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. Semester Hours Credit, 1.

Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
SPA 106: Elementary Spanish II Lab

This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition of the fundamental elements of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use of various supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. Semester Hours Credit, 1.

Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 201: Intermediate Spanish I

More advanced work in grammar, vocabulary building, reading and listening comprehension, beginning emphasis on pronunciation and oral expression. Conducted in both Spanish and English.

Prerequisite: SPA 102 or equivalent (prior background in Spanish or departmental test scores)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 202: Intermediate Spanish II

Continuation of SPA 201 with greater emphasis on pronunciation and oral expression. Conducted in both Spanish and English.

Prerequisite: SPA 201 or equivalent (prior background in Spanish or departmental test scores)
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 210: Intr to Latino & Latin Amer St

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the historical, cultural, social, and political dynamics that have shaped the Latino presence in the United States. We will explore the profound connections between U.S. foreign policy and the significant migration flows from Latin America. Through examining the histories and experiences of key Latino groups—including those from Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala—students will gain an understanding of the factors that have driven migration, the settlement patterns in U.S. cities, and the diverse challenges and contributions of Latino communities. This course aims to provide a humanistic perspective on the Latino experience, highlighting the interplay between U.S. imperialism and the formation of Latino identity in America. 3 credit hours

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
SPA 220: Spanish for Heritage Speakers

This course is specifically designed for students who have grown up in environments where Spanish was frequently spoken. This course leverages students' pre-existing understanding of spoken Spanish to enhance their ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts. Employing a multifaceted approach, the course promotes the development of the four key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. By the end of the semester, students will be able to comprehend, speak, read, and write Spanish more proficiently, building on their prior knowledge and experiences from home and community interactions. This course emphasizes the use of Spanish as the primary language of communication in the classroom, requiring consistent attendance, daily pre-class preparation, and active participation.

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
SPA 303: Advanced Spanish I

Intensive review of grammatical structures, with emphasis on reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension. Conducted in both Spanish and English.

Prerequisite: SPA 202 or equivalent
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 304: Advanced Spanish II

Intensive conversational practice to develop fluency, clarity, and precision in oral expression of ideas. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 303 or equivalent
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 320: Hist/Cult/Civ Spain Latin Ame

This core course studies the history, art culture, and everyday life of Spain and Latin American beginning with Prehistoric Spain and Latin America into the 21st century. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 304
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 355: Hist./Phonetics Spanish Lang

This course is an introduction to the science of Spanish linguistics, including phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics of the Spanish language as well as the history of the language. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 304
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 383: Study Abroad Spanish Comm

This course is designed for students studying outside the United States in a Spanish-speaking location.

Credit Hours: 1-6
Contact Hours: 1-6
SPA 398: Advanced Span. Composition

This course is an intensive study of grammar and sentence structure with emphasis on learning how to research topics and write compositions in Spanish. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 355
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 399: Advanced Spanish Conversation

This course consists of conversations on daily subjects of current interest pertaining to the Spanish speaking world. Students will acquire new vocabulary through the reading of current material and its usage in oral work. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 398
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 401: Surv of Peninsular Literature

A study of the social, economic, cultural and political life of Spain, combined with a study of representative authors and movements. Conduced in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 303
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 402: Surv of Latin-Amer Literature

A study of the social, economic, cultural and political life of Latin-America and Brazil, combined with a study of representative authors and movements. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 303
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 425: Spanish Film and Art

This course provides the student with basic knowledge of major films and works of art by well-known artists. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 401 and 402
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 426: Masterpieces Spanish Lit

This course provides the reading, analysis, and discussion of literary masterpieces by major Spanish and Latin American authors. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: SPA 402
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 427: Major Authors Spanish Lit

An intense study of one or two authors considered to be among the greatest and most influential of writers in Peninsular or Latin American literature. Not for Spanish Education majors. Conducted in Spanish. May be repeated.

Prerequisite: SPA 401 and 402
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
SPA 499: Senior Seminar in Spanish

An integral capstone course in Spanish. A review of key components of Spanish grammar, culture, literature, and of issues related to proficiency in Spanish (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and to career opportunities for Spanish majors. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: Senior standing, 15 hours of upper-level Spanish courses and / or consent of the Spanish faculty
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3