Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 101
Spanish I
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours
Equivalent to: SPAN 101H

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

A course in elementary Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation which focuses on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing (including spelling) simple Spanish and serves as an introduction to the geography, history, and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.

SPAN 102
Spanish II
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours
Equivalent to: SPAN 102H

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 OR two years of high school Spanish or equivalent OR basic knowledge of first semester elementary Spanish as determined by the Professor of Record.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

A further study of elementary Spanish grammar and vocabulary that develops understanding, speaking, reading and writing (including spelling) skills. Affords opportunities to apply communication skills to new social, professional, and travel contexts. Explores the cultural heritage and civilization of Spain and Latin America through technology and level-appropriate readings. The class will be taught primarily in Spanish.

SPAN 127
Spanish Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D6; CSUGE D7)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: HIST 127, HUM 127

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

Spanish Civilization provides an interdisciplinary global understanding of the culture and history of Spain. The course critically analyzes contemporary Spanish society by examining the social and historical traditions and institutions that shape the Spanish way of life in the 20th century. This course is the same as HUM 127.

SPAN 130
Latin American Culture and Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D6)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: HIST 130

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

Latin American Culture and Civilization is a survey course, providing an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the culture and history of Latin America. The course critically analyzes historical and contemporary social traditions and institutions in order to reach an understanding of modern day Latin America.

SPAN 140
Beginning Conversational Spanish
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; UC)
54 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 or one year of high school Spanish.

This course is designed for students who wish to improve their oral speaking skills and expand their vocabulary in Spanish.

SPAN 141
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; UC; IGETC 6A)
54 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102 or two years of high school Spanish.

This course is designed for students who wish to further improve their oral proficiency in Spanish.

SPAN 201
Spanish III
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102 or fluency in Spanish.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

This intermediate level course was created with both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language in mind. Current social themes and vocabulary support a comprehensive review of Spanish grammar. The discussion of contemporary cultural topics, the reading of authentic texts, and the development of writing skills are all features of this class that help all intermediate Spanish students to refine and enjoy using their language skills. Class is conducted primarily in Spanish. Note that Spanish III and IV do not need to be taken in order.

SPAN 201H
Spanish III - Honors
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102 or fluency in Spanish.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

This intermediate level course was created with both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language in mind. Current social themes and vocabulary support a comprehensive review of Spanish grammar. The discussion of contemporary cultural topics, the reading of authentic texts, and the development of writing skills are all features of this class that help all intermediate Spanish students to refine and enjoy using their language skills. In addition, students are expected to work and participate at an honors level which includes strong critical thinking skills, analysis of cultural readings, and presentation and leadership skills demonstrated through class participation and presentations. Class is conducted primarily in Spanish. Note that Spanish III and IV do not need to be taken in order.

SPAN 202
Spanish IV
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201 or fluency in Spanish.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

This intermediate level course was designed for both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language. Contemporary cultural topics and vocabulary will provide a context for the study of higher level Spanish grammar. Meaningful readings and the refinement of writing skills will help students to further develop their cultural and linguistic competence. This interactive course is conducted primarily in Spanish.

SPAN 210
Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): Oral fluency in Spanish.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

A course designed to help students who are fluent in spoken, informal Spanish, but who need to improve writing, reading and grammar skills. Emphasis on acquiring formal oral Spanish skills and a knowledge of Spanish and Latin American literature and culture.

SPAN 211
Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers II
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
90 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): Oral fluency in Spanish.

Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.

A course for students who are fluent speakers of Spanish but who need to practice and refine their writing skills and formal oral skills. Reading in the literature of Spanish-speaking cultures. Review of grammar.