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Modern/Classical Languages
basic grammatical structures and vocabulary. Enrollment is limited to students who have not previously
studied Spanish or who place into the course after taking the placement test. Offered fall semester.
SP142 Beginning Conversational Spanish II 4 credits
A continuation of SP141. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite: SP141 or equivalent.
SP241 Intermediate Conversational Spanish I 4 credits
This course uses an intensified conversational approach to build vocabulary, to review grammar, and
to introduce the student to selected readings dealing with Hispanic literature, culture, and civilization.
Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: SP142 or equivalent.
SP242 Intermediate Conversational Spanish II 4 credits
A continuation of SP241. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite: SP241 or equivalent.
SP305 Advanced Spanish Conversation 3 credits
This course provides the oral practice and vocabulary necessary to move from simply describing the
physical world toward a broader and more sophisticated use of the language. The students develop
analysis, synthesis and evaluation skills; compare and contrast their own and the target culture; and
hypothesize about links between the Spanish language and contemporary culture. This course is
required for education majors to satisfy state certification requirements for an endorsement in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SP242 or equivalent.
SP306 Advanced Spanish Composition 3 credits
This course offers intensive practice in the refinement of writing skills and vocabulary building through
a variety of readings, exercises, and numerous writing activities. The students work toward a more
sophisticated and idiomatic use of the Spanish language. This course is required for education majors
to satisfy state certification requirements for an endorsement in Spanish. Offered spring semester.
Prerequisite: SP242 or equivalent.
SP321 Spanish Phonetics and Diction 3 credits
This course is an introduction to Spanish linguistics and phonetics with the goal of perfecting
pronunciation. Students learn the Spanish phonetic alphabet, the classification of sounds, accent,
intonation, syntax, and diction. Recommended for education majors to satisfy state certification
requirements for an endorsement in Spanish. Offered at irregular intervals as student interest dictates.
Prerequisite: SP242 or equivalent.
SP322 Spanish for Business 3 credits
This course familiarizes students with the vocabulary, protocol and styles of correspondence, and oral
presentation skills common to the Hispanic business world. Recommended for students interested
in pursuing a major in business, marketing, accounting, or international business. Offered at irregular
intervals as student interest dictates. Prerequisite: SP242 or equivalent.
SP331 Civilization/Culture Spain 3 credits
This course is an initiation to the civilizations and cultures, which have existed on the Iberian Peninsula
from pre-historic times to the present. The students study the political, social, artistic and intellectual
evolution of Spain through a series of texts, images, and videos. Recommended for education majors
to satisfy state certification requirements for an endorsement in Spanish. Offered every other spring
semester. Prerequisite: SP242 or equivalent.
SP332 Civilization/Culture Latin America 3 credits
This course is an initiation to the diversity of the Hispanic world. Through a series of texts and videos the
students address several important social, political, and cultural themes. Recommended for education
majors to satisfy state certification requirements for an endorsement in Spanish. Offered every other
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