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LTCC CATALOG 2010-2011 209 SPANISHSPANISHA.A. DEGREEAn A.A. Degree is offered in the fields of Spanish and Humanities.For major requirements, see pages 67 and 77.CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENTA Certificate of Achievement is offered in the field of Spanish. Forrequirements, see page 91.THE FOLLOWING COURSES IN THIS SUBJECT AREA MAYBE CHALLENGED: SPA 101, 102, 103, 201, 202, and 203.SPA 101 ELEMENTARY SPANISH ILecture 5, Lab 0, Units 5This beginning course is an introduction to the speaking, reading,writing, and understanding of elementary Spanish. Elementarygrammatical structures as used in the context of oral communicationwill be introduced and studied, which will aid the student in developingeffective, competent, and grammatically correct communicationskills. This course contains a cultural component that will allow thestudent to develop an appreciation of the culture of Spanish-speakingcountries.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCSPA 102 ELEMENTARY SPANISH IILecture 5, Lab 0, Units 5This course, a continuation of SPA 101, is designed to continuebuilding elementary grammatical structures that focus on the speaking,reading, writing, and understanding of elementary Spanish. Studentswill continue to build their communication skills through theintroduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammaticalstructures, including the present and past tenses. Students willcontinue to develop an appreciation of the culture of Spanish-speakingcountries.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCPREREQUISITE: SPA 101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent.SPA 103 ELEMENTARY SPANISH IIILecture 5, Lab 0, Units 5This course, a continuation of SPA 102, is designed to continuebuilding elementary grammatical structures that focus on the speaking,reading, writing, and understanding of elementary Spanish. Studentswill continue to attain higher levels of communication skills throughthe introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammaticalstructures. Students will review present and past tenses, and will beintroduced to the subjunctive. Students will continue to develop anappreciation of culture of Spanish-speaking countries.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCPREREQUISITE: SPA 102 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent.SPA 105 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH ORALPROFICIENCYLecture 3, Lab 0, Units 3The emphasis of this course is to develop communication skills andto build confidence in oral expression by accurately incorporatinggrammatical structures and vocabulary at the intermediate level.Speaking proficiency will be developed by expanding vocabulary,increasing listening comprehension, refining grammar control andpronunciation, and through intensive conversational practice. Readingsand written exercises from the text, magazines, and newspapers willfocus on cultural issues from prehistoric to modern times. Studentswill also study contemporary issues and current events selected tostimulate critical thinking in Spanish.Transfers to CSUPREREQUISITE: SPA 103 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent.SPA 110 HISPANIC CIVILIZATION AND CULTURELecture 4, Lab 0, Units 4This course is an interdisciplinary study of Latin America focusing onthe history, culture, and civilizations of Spanish-speaking countries.Students will study Pre-Colombian civilizations, the Spanish conquest,independence, and revolution in order to build a foundation tounderstand modern-day Latin American society.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCSPA 120A A CULTURAL OVERVIEW OF MEXICOLecture 3, Lab 0, Units 3This course will introduce students to the culture and customs ofMexico. Emphasis will be on developing an understanding of therelationship between history, geography, and culture. Topics includehistory, pre-Columbian cultures, art, and cultural traditions of Mexico.Students will gain an appreciation of the roles that pre-Columbiancivilizations have played in Mexico's heritage.Transfers to CSU, UNRSPA 131 SPECIAL TOPICSUnits 1-4This course is designed to meet the needs of students for studies inareas of special interest. Topics and credit will vary from quarter toquarter and will be included under this cover title published in theschedule for the quarter in which the course will be offered.Transfers to CSUSPA 141 CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH ILecture 3, Lab 0, Units 3This introductory level course is designed to assist students inacquiring practical elementary-low level conversational skills in Spanish.Students will develop the ability to understand and speak everydayconversational Spanish through the introduction of vocabulary,elementary grammatical structures, and idiomatic expressions. Thebasics of reading and writing will be introduced. Students will alsoacquire an appreciation for cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.Transfers to CSUSPA 142 CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH IILecture 3, Lab 0, Units 3This course is a continuation of SPA 141. It is designed to assiststudents in acquiring practical conversational skills in Spanish.Students will develop the ability to understand and speak everydayconversational Spanish through the introduction of vocabulary,elementary grammatical structures, and idiomatic expressions. Thebasics of reading and writing will be presented. Students will alsoacquire an appreciation for cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: SPA 141 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.Sociology - Spanish