Spanish  111 – 4 units (crs.) | Introduction to Spanish II (XC)
This course is the second semester of a year-long course designed to develop basic proficiency in oral and written Spanish. Activities, tasks, and tests have been designed to facilitate development of communication.
Prerequisite: Spanish 110 or Placement Test. (4+1)

Spanish  112 – 4 units (crs.) | Honors: Introduction of Spanish I (XC)
Emphasis on basic audio-lingual skills, acquisition of an active vocabulary, rapid reading for comprehension and fundamental concepts of grammar. Equivalent of Spanish 110 for students enrolled in the University Honors program.
Prerequisite: University Honors status. (4+1)

Spanish  113 – 4 units (crs.) | Honors: Introduction to Spanish II (XC)
Emphasis on basic audio-lingual skills, acquisition of an active vocabulary, rapid reading for comprehension and fundamental concepts of grammar. Equivalent of Spanish 111 for students enrolled in the University Honors program. Prerequisite: Spanish 112 or Spanish 110 and University Honors status. (4+1)

Spanish  203 (Core course for Major/Minor) – 3 units (crs.) | Intermediate Structure and Expression  (XC)
This course is a third semester Spanish course that focuses on structural review and development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. This course counts towards the Bachelor of Arts language requirement.
Prerequisite: Spanish 111 or Placement Test. Special fees may apply.

Spanish  204 (Core course for Major/Minor) – 3 units (crs.) | Intermediate Conversation II (XC)
This course is a fourth semester Spanish course that focuses on structural review and development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. This course counts toward fulfillment of the Bachelor of Arts foreign language requirement.
Prerequisite: Spanish 203 or Placement Test. Special fees may apply.

Spanish  204 (CAPP) – 5 units (crs.) | Fourth Semester Spanish for CAPP Programs (XC)
An intensive two-semester course taught at high schools affiliated with the CAPP program featuring development of advanced intermediate conversational skills and reading skills through the study of works of Spanish and Spanish American literature and other appropriate materials. This course is a substitute for Spanish 204 and 208.

Spanish 300 (Core course) – 3 units (crs.) | Conversaciones Culturales
Within the Spanish Major and Minor, this course will be considered the first advanced conversation course. It will be based on both Latin American and Spanish cultural aspects through a selection of texts and audiovisual materials. This course is intended to build students’ speaking skills, vocabulary, and understanding of Hispanic cultures. Prerequisites: Spanish 204, 248 (or equivalent) or instructor permission.

Spanish  301 (Core course) – 3 units (crs.) | Advanced Composition II
This course is the continuation of 49-301. Development of writing skills through composition tasks. This course also includes a grammar review component.
Prerequisite: Spanish 312, or Spanish 312 to be taken concurrently with 301, or permission of instructor.

Spanish  304 – 3 units (crs.) | Advanced Composition and Conversation II
Prerequisite: Spanish 301 and Spanish 312 or permision of instructor.

Spanish  307 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish Phonetics
This course is an introduction to the analysis of the Spanish sound system, both phonetics and phonology. Topics to be covered in Spanish 307 include the articulatory system, sound production, the classification of vowels and consonants, phonetic transcription, dialectal variation, and processes of sound change. This theoretical approach is particularly important for future teachers of Spanish, who will have to e able to teach pronunciation to their students. Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor. Prerequisite: Spanish 312 or Spanish 301 or permission of instructor.

Spanish  308 – 3 units (crs.) | Business Spanish
The course will provide students with a solid foundation in business vocabulary, basic business and cultural concepts and discourse used in Spanish when conducting business. The course will also develop the students’ geographic literacy and cultural understanding of the Spanish-speaking world, as these are essential to be able to successfully conduct business in Spanish. The course will be conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  309 – 1-4 units (crs.) | Spanish Advanced Spanish Conversation
This advanced conversation course offers students an opportunity to work on their oral expression, which is essential to be able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Besides oral communication, students will also work on their reading and listening skills. Occasionally, it might be necessary to review grammar, but it is not a central component of this course. Students will have ample opportunities to communicate, exchange ideas, and express their opinion in Spanish about universal, and often controversial, topics.
Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish 310 (Core course for native speakers) – 3 units (crs) | Spanish for Native Speakers I
This course is the first of two courses designed to help students whose heritage language is Spanish to improve proficiency in their own language. Special emphasis will be given to writing and reading and to certain grammatical forms that tend to be difficult for native speakers. Problem areas arising from English interference will also receive special attention. This course is the equivalent of Spanish 312. Students cannot earn credit for both Spanish 312 and Spanish 310.
Prerequisites: Spanish 204 or 248 with a grade of B or better, instructor consent or placement test.

Spanish 311 (Core course for native speakers) – 3 units (crs) | Spanish for Native Speakers II
This course is the second of two courses designed to help students whose heritage language is Spanish to improve proficiency in their own language. Special emphasis will be given to writing and reading and to certain grammatical forms that tend to be difficult for native speakers. Problem areas arising from English interference will also receive special attention.
Prerequisites: Spanish 310 or instructor’s consent.

Spanish  312 (Core course)  – 3 units (crs.) | Advanced Spanish Grammar I
Thorough and specific survey of advanced grammatical principles with intensive examination of syntax and of constituents of the Spanish utterance. Prerequisite: Spanish 204, or 248 with a grade of B or better.

Spanish  313 – 3 units (crs.) | Advanced Spanish Grammar II
A continuation of the study of specific advanced grammatical principle and syntax. Prerequisite: Spanish 312.

Spanish  314 – 3 units (crs.) | Introduction to Spanish & Latin American Literature
An introductory course to the study of Spanish and Latin American Literature that concentrates on questions of genre (narrative, poetry, drama and essay) and periodization.
Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 301, and 312; or Spanish 300, and 312, and 301 may be taken concurrently or consent of instructor; or Spanish 310, 311, and 301; or Spanish 310 and 311, and concurrently with 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  315 – 3 units (crs.) | Medieval and Early Modern Spanish Literature (GS)
From the 11th century to the end of the 17th century. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  318 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Literatures from the Pre-Columbian to Colonial Period
From the 18th century to the present. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or Spanish 313, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  320 – 3 units (crs.) | Survey of Latin-American Literature I
Introduction to the principal works and writers of the colonial period including Bernal Díaz del Castillo, El Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, and Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  325 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Literatures from the 19th Century to the Present
Continuance of Spanish 320, a brief study of the definitive literature and authors from the 19th century to contemporary writings, including Sarmiento, Palma, Hernandez, Marti, Dario, Borges, Fuentes, Garcia Marquez, Allende, Neruda and Mistral. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313 or consent of instructor.

Spanish 327 – 3 units (crs.) | Hispanic Short Story
Short stories from both Spain and Latin America are read and analyzed. Literary production of the 19th and 20th centuries is emphasized. Writers may include Lillo, Dario, Becquer, Quiroga, Pardo Bazan, Cortazar, Garcia Marquez, Castellanos, Borges, among others. Prerequisite: Spanish 314, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  332 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish Civilization
Analysis of Spain in reference to how it has evolved geographically, socially, politically, and economically in the unique geo-political space that it occupies. Students will be exposed to cultural and historical markers that have shaped how Spaniards perceive themselves and how they are perceived in the community of nations. Some of the themes to be covered are the cultural impact of the Romans and Muslims, the rise and decline of Imperial Spain, the early 19th Century War of Independence against France, the loss of the last overseas colonies in 1898 and its effects, the Second Republic 1931-1936, the Civil War 1936-1939, Francoism, and the Democratic period after 1975.
Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  334 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Civilization (GS)
A broad survey of Latin America giving greater importance to the causes and effects of meaningful events on cultural development than to bare historical data. High priority will be given to demonstrating the unity of Latin American culture notwithstanding its varied contours. Present-day political, economical and social structure will also be emphasized in order to show the old and new facets of Latin American reality. This course is taught exclusively in Spanish. Prerequisite: At least one Spanish class at the 300 level.

Spanish  335 – 3 units (crs.) | Mexican Civilization
A study of Mexican history, politics, geography, art, literature, music and customs. This course is taught exclusively in Spanish. Prerequisite: At least one Spanish class at the 300 level.

Spanish  341 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish for Medical Professions (Health Care Professions)
A course specifically designed to serve the diverse needs of medical personnel. Emphasizes oral communication with Spanish-speaking patients and acquisition of medical vocabulary. Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  342 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish for Human Services
This course is designed for Spanish majors and minors who are also interested in the field of social services. Given the growth and needs of the Hispanic community in the US, it is important that social workers and other specialized personnel are able to communicate in Spanish with their clients and patients. Students will familiarize themselves with specific applications, forms, and other official documents. Moreover, culture will have a prominent role. In order to be able to communicate effectively, it is necessary that professionals be aware of customs, traditions, and beliefs common among Hispanics in the US. Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  343 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish for Law Enforcement
A course specifically designed to serve the diverse needs of law enforcement personnel. Emphasizes oral communication in Spanish for personnel in the field of law enforcement. Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  350 – 3 units (crs.) | Masterpieces of Spanish Literature in English Translation
The study of selected major works of Spanish literature belonging to many periods, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century including the works of Cervantes, Calderón, Galdós, Unamuno, and Lorca.

Spanish 351 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Literature and Film
This course includes films and literary texts from and on Latin America. Texts and films will be analyzed from a cultural and social perspective. Prerequisite: Spanish 314, or consent of instructor.

Spanish 352 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Women Writers
A study of some of the major Latin American Women Writers from the colonial period through independence to contemporary Latin America. The course analyzes topics related to feminism, history, politics, sexuality, national identity and society in a variety of genres. Prerequisite: Spanish 314, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  360 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish Special Topics
Literary Topics as announced. Previous topics include; Latin American Theatre of the 20th Century. History of the Spanish Language, Golden Age Theatre, and Modern Latin American Novel. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  361 – 3 units (crs.) | Special Topics in Spanish Linguistics: Optional Content
Topics in Spanish linguistics as announced.  With a different subtitle, and the signature of the department chair, it may be taken more than once. Topics might include Advanced Composition and Stylistics, Syntax and Lexicography and Advanced Grammar III. Prerequisite: Spanish 312 or consent of instructor.

Spanish  362 – 3 units (crs.) | Special Topics in Spanish Literature: Optional Content
Literary topics in Spanish literature as announced.  With a different subtitle, and a signature of the department chair, it may be taken more than once. Topics might include “Don Quijote”, “lavida es sueno”, El Libro de Buen Amor”, La Celestina”, and “Early Spanish Epic Poetry”. Prerequisite:  At least one 300-level literature course or consent of instructor.

Spanish  363 – 3 units (crs.) | Special Topics in Spanish Civilization: Optional Content
Topics in Spanish civilization as announced.  With a different subtitle, and the signature of the department chair, it may be taken more than once. Topics might include: An In-depth Study of the Cultural Impact of the “Road to Santiago”, The Arabic Contribution to the Language and Culture of Spain”, and “The Role of Humanism in 16th Century Spanish Culture”. Prerequisite: Spanish 332, 334 or 335, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  364 – 3 units (crs.) | Special Topics in Latin American Literature: Optional Content
This course may be offered with different content. With a different subtitle, and the signature of the department chair, it may be taken more than once. Topics might include Contemporary Mexican Literature, Literature of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay, Latin American Novel, Indigenous and Indigenist Voices in Latin American Literature, Latin American Non-fiction, and Latin American Women Authors. Prerequisite: At least one 300-level literature course or consent of instructor. (3+0)

Spanish  365 – 3 units (crs.) | Special Topics in Latin American Civilization: Option Content
Topics in Latin American Civilization as announced. This course may be offered with different content. With a different subtitle, and the signature of the department chair, it may be taken more than once. Topics might include the interrelationship between folk customs, dress, beliefs, religious and secular ceremonies, in a given region of Latin America (i.e. the Caribbean, Southern Cone or Central America). Prerequisite: Spanish 332, 334 or 335, or consent of instructor. (3+0)

Spanish 371 – 3 units (crs.) | Introduction to Translation
An introduction to the practice of translation (English-Spanish and Spanish-English). Texts used incorporate terminology related to medical, legal, and business Spanish. This course is also a revision of advanced grammatical concepts. Prerequisites: Spanish 300, 312 and 301 or consent of instructor or Spanish 310, 311 and 301 or consent of instructor.

Spanish 372 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish in the US
A study of the current situation of the Spanish language in the US. The history of the Spanish language in the US and the sociolinguistics features of the largest Spanish-speaking communities are the main focus of this course. The so-called “spanglish”, bilingual education, language and legislation, and mass media in Spanish will also be discussed. This course is taught exclusively in Spanish. Prerequisites: 300, 312, and 301 or consent of instructor (non-native speakers) or 310, 311, and 301 or consent of instructor (native speakers).

Spanish  375 – 3 units (crs.) | Masterpieces of Spanish American Literature in English Translation
The study of selected major works of Spanish American literature. Stress is placed on the works of major authors including Borges, Asturias, Sábato, García Márquez, Cortázar, Fuentes, Benedetti, Vargas-Llosa, Neruda and Paz.

Spanish  376 – 3 units (crs.) | Honors: Masterpieces of Spanish American Literature in Translation
An intensive study of selected major works of Spanish American literature. Stress is placed on the works of major authors including Borges, Asturias, Sábato, Garcíbato, García Márquez, Cortázar, Fuentes, Vargas-Llosa, Neruda and Paz.

Spanish    391- 1-3 units (crs) Independent Study
This course is intended to allow a student to explore in-depth topics of scholarly interest which are not attainable through a “regular” or “trial” course. Students will pursue the indicated topic of study independently with individualized guidance from the instructor. Prerequisite: For non-native speakers, 300, 301, and 312; for native/heritage speakers, 310, 311, and 301; or consent of instructor.

Spanish  401 – 3 units (crs.) | Medieval and Renaissance Literature 
Treatment of major prose and poetry from the 11th to the 16th century, including Poema de Mío Cid, La Celestina and the Libro de Buen Amor. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or Spanish 313, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  404 – 3 units (crs.) | Spanish Golden Age Literature
Study of Renaissance and Baroque 16th and 17th century masterpieces including Lazarillo and works of Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, Calderón, Garcilaso, Góngora and Quevedo. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  412 – 3 units (crs.) | The Twentieth Century
The study of Modern Spanish prose, drama and poetry beginning with the Generation of 98. Includes works of Baroja, Machado, Unamuno, Valle-Inclán, Ortega y Gasset Lorca, Cela and Matute. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or 313, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  420 – 3 units (crs.) | Latin American Short Story
A study of major authors and movements from the Romantic Period to the present day. Included are the works of Quiroga, Borges, Cortázar, Fuentes, and García Márquez. Prerequisite: Two courses at the 300 level to include either Spanish 312 or Spanish 313, or consent of instructor.

Spanish  446 – 1-3 units (crs.) | Independent Study
See Independent Study under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements.

Spanish  456 – 1-3 units (crs.) | Related Readings
See Related Readings under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements.

Spanish  474 – 1-6 units (crs.) Honors: Thesis
Honors thesis projects include any advanced independent endeavor in the student’s major field of study, e.g., a written thesis, scientific experiment or research project, or creative arts exhibit or production. Proposals (attached to Independent Study contract) must show clear promise of honors level work and be approved by a faculty sponsor. Course title for transcript will be Honors Thesis.’ Completed projects will be announced and presented to interested students and faculty. Prerequisite: University Honors status and junior standing. Maximum of 6 units (crs.).