Spanish

SPA 101 Elementary Spanish I (4-0) 4 hrs.
Introduces the language skills of listening, understanding, speaking, reading and writing in their logical sequence. Designed for students with no previous experience in Spanish.

SPA 102 Elementary Spanish II (4-0) 4 hrs.
Continues SPA 101. Situational conversations in Spanish; reading and writing stressed.
Prerequisite:
SPA 101 with a grade of "C" or better, two years of high school Spanish or consent of instructor.

SPA 121 Spanish for Law Enforcement Officers (3-0) 3 hrs.
Teaches basic Spanish phrases and questions necessary to carry out specific law enforcement protocols. Students will be able to aid victims and control offenders in potentially dangerous situations involving Hispanics. Discussions cover crosscultural issues pertinent to relationships between non-Hispanic officers and the Hispanic community members. It is strictly non-grammar based and the focus is on immediate interaction.

SPA 122 Spanish for Nursing (3-0) 3 hrs.
Teaches basic Spanish phrases and questions necessary to provide medical care and attention to Spanish-speaking patients in medical office settings and in hospitals. In addition to workplace Spanish language, discussions cover cross-cultural issues pertinent to relationships between health care workers and Hispanic community members. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the quality of patient care. It is strictly non-grammar based and the focus is on immediate interaction.

SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish (4-0) 4 hrs.
Conversation with emphasis on pronunciation, intonation, stress and rhythm. Introduction to composition, reading of short stories and grammar review.
Prerequisite:
SPA 102 with a grade of "C" or better, two years of high school Spanish or consent of instructor.

SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish (4-0) 4 hrs.
Continues SPA 201. Increases the knowledge of the language and focuses on the culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Continues grammar study. IAI H1 900
Prerequisite:
SPA 201 with a grade of "C" or better, three years high school Spanish or consent of instructor.

SPA 205 Intensive Oral Practice (3-0) 3 hrs.
Conversational practice to develop oral facility; specially designed exercises in pronunciation, stress and rhythm. Individual readings of modern Spanish works discussed in class. Written and oral compositions based on readings. Designed to help students bridge the gap between the intermediate and advanced levels.
Prerequisite:
SPA 202 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.

SPA 210 Introduction to Modern Spanish Literature (3-0) 3 hrs.
Reading of selected 20th century masterpieces. Introduction to poetry. Oral readings stressing pronunciation and diction. Speaking based on discussion of works read. Writing based on readings and class discussions. Designed to help students bridge the gap between the intermediate and advanced levels. IAI H3 917
Prerequisite:
SPA 202 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.