Spanish Minor
The Spanish minor (18 units) at California Baptist University is designed to provide students with the basic Spanish speaking skills and knowledge needed to complement a broad variety of majors.
Prerequisites
Choose one of the following sequences:
SPA115 Elementary Spanish I
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; Fall, Spring, & Online)
SPA115-A Gonzalez, Honorio |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Health Science Campus L249 |
SPA115-C Baez Calonge, Azalia |
09/05/2023 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | James Complex 166 |
SPA115-D Hupka, Vanessa |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Health Science Campus L248 |
SPA115-B Ruvalcaba, Noe |
09/05/2023 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Building 36 36B |
SPA115-C Baez Calonge, Azalia |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Yeager Center B221 |
SPA115-B Dhouti Martinez, Khamla L. |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | The Village at CBU 300 |
SPA115-A Gonzalez, Honorio |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 103 |
SPA115-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | TBA |
SPA115-B STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | TBA |
SPA115-C STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
SPA125 Elementary Spanish II
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: SPA 110 or 115. (3 units; Fall, Spring, & Online)
SPA125-A Gonzalez, Honorio |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Health Science Campus L249 |
SPA125-B Gonzalez, Honorio |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Health Science Campus L249 |
SPA125-A Dhouti Martinez, Khamla L. |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | The Village at CBU 300 |
SPA125-D Ruvalcaba, Noe |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 245 |
SPA125-C Ruvalcaba, Noe |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 252 |
SPA125-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
SPA125-B STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | TBA |
or
SPA130 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I
This course will build upon and further develop the informal knowledge of Spanish that heritage learners bring to the classroom and cultivate formal speaking, reading, and writing abilities. Students are not expected to have any formal training in written Spanish prior to enrolling in this course. Cannot receive credit for both SPA 125 and 130. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
Lower Division Requirements
SPA101 Introduction to the Discipline
This course is a survey of the cultural and social history of specific cultures and civilizations of Asia, focusing upon the eastern, western, and southern regions of that continent. Pass/Fail. (1 unit; Fall)
SPA101-A Ruvalcaba, Noe |
09/05/2023 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | James Complex 171 |
SPA101-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | TBA |
Choose one of the following sequences:
SPA213 Intermediate Spanish I
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: SPA 120, 125, 130, or equivalent. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
SPA213-A Ruvalcaba, Noe |
09/05/2023 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Building 36 36B |
SPA213-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | TBA |
SPA223 Intermediate Spanish II
Continued grammar review and reading, translation, and interpretation of modern Spanish poetry and prose. Classroom activities are supplemented with a variety of homework assignments and language lab participation. Cannot receive credit for both SPA 223 and 230. Prerequisite: SPA 120, 125, 130, or equivalent. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
SPA223-A Ruvalcaba, Noe |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | James Complex 245 |
SPA223-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
or
SPA230 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II
This course is designed specifically for heritage speakers of Spanish with oral proficiency, but little formal training in the language. It will emphasize activities which will acquaint students with Spanish in its written form and which will expand 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 230. Prerequisite: SPA 115, 125, 130, or assessment. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
SPA230-A Dhouti Martinez, Khamla L. |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Health Science Campus T293 |
SPA230-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | TBA |
Plus 3 additional units in Spanish.
*Replace SPA 230 with upper division units in Spanish if exempted by exam or assessment.
Upper Division Requirements
SPA315 Intro to Hispanic Literature
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: SPA 223, 233, or 305. (3 units; Spring)
SPA315-A Ruvalcaba, Noe |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | James Complex 245 |
SPA325 Spanish Grammar Context and Comp
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: SPA 223, 230, or 233. (3 units; Fall)
SPA325-B Dhouti Martinez, Khamla L. |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | The Village at CBU 300 |
SPA325-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | TBA |
Complete 6 additional upper division units in Spanish.