Spanish Minor

This course introduces a consideration of personal worldview, faith, and the discipline of Spanish, including literary studies and writing in Spanish. It is also designed to introduce students to the basic skills necessary for academic success in the discipline of Spanish and to provide students with an overview of the discipline, including requirements of the major and expectations of the professions in which that major may be applied. (1 Units)

A study of the fundamentals of the Spanish language. Emphasis is on the ability to write, read, speak, and understand simple Spanish through a variety of activities, both in and out of the classroom, homework assignments, and language lab participation. Must pass with a C- or better to continue in SPA 125. (3 Units)

Completion of the fundamentals of the Spanish language with emphasis upon correct pronunciation and mastery of a practical vocabulary. Practice on oral and written expression through a variety of activities, both in and out of the classroom, homework assignments, and language lab participation. Simple study of Hispanic civilization. Prerequisite: SPA110 or SPA115 (3 Units)

A review of Spanish grammar with special emphasis upon idiomatic language and verb forms. Conversation, translation, composition, and collateral reading of modern Spanish prose. Prerequisite: SPA120 or SPA125 (3 Units)

Review of advanced grammar with emphasis on speaking, writing, and reading in Spanish. Classroom and homework activities emphasize communicating in Spanish. Classes will be conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA125 or SPA120 (3 Units)

This course is designed specifically for speakers of Spanish who can communicate well orally but have little formal training in Spanish, particularly in writing it. The class emphasizes activities that acquaint students with Spanish in its written form and expands students' overall knowledge of the language. This course will review the principles of Spanish grammar, emphasizing their application to composition. Cannot receive credit for both SPA 223 and SPA 230. Prerequisite: SPA130 or SPA115 or SPA125 (3 Units)

This course explores different genres of Spanish and Hispanic literatures, focusing on critical reading and ways of writing about literature. Throughout this course, students will gain a basic understanding of current literary theory and literary strategies, while examining literary movements in the Spanish-speaking world and their socio-historical contexts. Prerequisite: SPA223 or SPA305 (3 Units)

This course reviews elementary and intermediate level structures of Spanish and introduces advanced grammatical constructions. Emphasis is placed on developing correct writing skills in the Spanish language. Prerequisite: SPA223 or SPA230 (3 Units)