Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 101. 1st Year Spanish I. 3 Credits.

A study of grammar, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish for students who have had no previous knowledge of the language.
Typically Offered: Fall.

SPAN 102. 1st Year Spanish II. 3 Credits.

A study of grammar, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish for students who have basic knowledge of the present tense and beginning vocabulary.
Typically Offered: Spring.
Prerequisite: SPAN 101.

SPAN 194. Independent Study. 1-3 Credits.

Directed reading, study, and/or activities in selected topics.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 199. Special Topics. 1-4 Credits.

Courses not offered in the regular catalog that provide an opportunity to extend student learning.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 201. 2nd Year Spanish I. 3 Credits.

A continuation of SPAN 101 and 102 with further development of grammar, speaking, reading, and writing skills to increase vocabulary.
Typically Offered: Fall.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102.

SPAN 202. 2nd Year Spanish II. 3 Credits.

A continuation of SPAN 201 with further development of grammar, speaking, reading, and writing skills to increase vocabulary.
Typically Offered: Spring.
Prerequisite: SPAN 201.

SPAN 215. Spanish Conversation. 3 Credits.

An opportunity for skilled development in speaking and listening to the language.
Typically Offered: Spring.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202.

SPAN 220. Introduction to Hispanic Literature & Culture. 3 Credits.

The reading and discussion of outstanding literary works of Spanish and Spanish American literature as well as Hispanic culture.
Typically Offered: Fall, odd years.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202.

SPAN 251. Spanish Grammar and Composition. 3 Credits.

A course designed to further develop knowledge of the Spanish language for enhanced oral and written communication.
Typically Offered: Fall, even years.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202.

SPAN 294. Independent Study. 1-3 Credits.

Directed reading, study, and/or activities in selected topics.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 299. Special Topics. 1-4 Credits.

Courses not offered in the regular catalog that provide an opportunity to extend student learning.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 350. Hispanic Culture and Civilization. 3 Credits.

A study of various aspects of Hispanic culture and civilization through the centuries.
Typically Offered: Fall, even years.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202.

SPAN 391. Global Seminar. 2 Credits.

Interdisciplinary examination of a specific language, culture, and its current local/global issues. In-depth experiences in the country of student's choice. Required before a study-abroad program travel.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.

SPAN 393. Practicum in Teaching Spanish. 1-3 Credits.

An opportunity for firsthand experience in teaching Spanish. By Arrangement.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.

SPAN 394. Independent Study. 1-3 Credits.

Directed reading, study, and/or activities in selected topics.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 396. Travel to a Spanish Speaking Country. 2 Credits.

An opportunity to travel to a Spanish-speaking country in order to improve the understanding of language and culture.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 with a grade of C or better and SPAN 391.
Repeatable: Up to 4 Credits.

SPAN 399. Special Topics. 1-4 Credits.

Courses not offered in the regular catalog that provide an opportunity to extend student learning.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 420. Readings in Hispanic Literature. 3 Credits.

A study of selected literary texts in the Spanish language.
Typically Offered: Fall, odd years.
Prerequisite: SPAN 220.

SPAN 451. Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition. 3 Credits.

An advanced course designed to further develop knowledge of the Spanish language for enhanced oral and written communication.
Typically Offered: Spring, even years.
Prerequisite: SPAN 251.

SPAN 490. Methods of Teaching Spanish. 3 Credits.

A study of the curriculum, methods, materials, and trends in the teaching of Spanish. Students must successfully complete SPAN 490 with a C or better prior to student teaching.
Typically Offered: Fall, odd years.
Prerequisite: Admitted to Teacher Education.

SPAN 491. Senior Capstone. 2 Credits.

A course which provides the opportunity for upper-level students to work individually with their professors in designing and completing a Senior Project, as well as exposing future graduates to discipline-specific career expectations and processes.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
Grading: S/U only.

SPAN 494. Undergraduate Research. 3-12 Credits.

The course is designed to integrate subject matter from major coursework and other disciplines into a project that leads to the creation of an original body of knowledge.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 496. Travel to a Spanish Speaking Country. 1-4 Credits.

An opportunity to travel to a Spanish-speaking country in order to improve the understanding of language and culture.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 4 Credits.

SPAN 497. Internship. 3-12 Credits.

An opportunity for students to apply classroom learning to an on-the-job work experience. Internship must be related to the student's major or minor course of study and may be in any geographic location. Credit is granted in the range of three to twelve hours per semester and may be repeated up to a maximum of 12 credit hours. Application and approval through Career Services.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing or Senior Standing and cum GPA of 2.50 or higher.
Grading: S/U only.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.

SPAN 499. Special Topics. 1-4 Credits.

Courses not offered in the regular catalog that provide an opportunity to extend student learning.
Typically Offered: On sufficient demand.
Repeatable: Up to 12 Credits.