Courses Offered
A list of regularly offered courses follows. The indication of when a course will be offered is based on the best projection of the department and can be subject to change.
Please note the key for the following abbreviations: (A) Arts; (H) Humanities; (S) Social Sciences; (N) Natural Sciences with Laboratory; (LS) Language Studies requirement; (NSP) Natural Science in Perspective; (NW) Non-Western Cultures requirement.
SPA101. Beginning Spanish I. Every Semester
For students with no previous experience with the language. A communicative approach to Spanish using authentic materials such as videos. Students will be presented with knowledge about grammar, pronunciation, culture and civilization with a strong emphasis on developing communicative skills. Gordillo, Soto-Harner
SPA102. Beginning Spanish II. Every Semester
A continuation of SPA 101. Prerequisite: SPA 101 or equivalent. Nieves
SPA201. Intermediate Spanish I. (LS) Every Semester
Review of the Spanish language. Emphasis on oral communication, reading, writing and culture. Introduction of literary and cultural texts. Prerequisite: SPA 102 or placement. Armstrong, Nieves, Ryjik
SPA202. Intermediate Spanish II. (H) Every Semester
A continuation of SPA 202. Prerequisite: SPA 201 or placement. García-Armero
SPA221. Grammar, Conversation and Composition. (H) Every Semester
Oral practice directed toward greater fluency in the spoken language. Discussion and reports of current materials and literary selections. Emphasis is placed on achieving fluency in the spoken language, with secondary emphasis on reading and writing. Prerequisite: SPA 202 or placement. Ruiz-Alfaro
SPA222. Advanced Conversation and Composition. (H) Every Semester
A continuation of SPA 221. Practice directed toward greater fluency in the written language. Oral discussion and written reports on current materials and contemporary cultural and literary topics. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ ability to read and write in Spanish, with a secondary emphasis on aural and oral skills. Prerequisite: SPA 221 or placement. Caamaño
SPA261. Introduction to Hispanic Literatures and Literary Analysis. (H) Every Semester
First course dedicated to reading and interpreting literature. Introduction to the fundamentals of literature and aesthetic appreciation through careful reading, analysis and class discussion of Spanish-language texts from both sides of the Atlantic. Prerequisite: SPA 222 or permission. Caamaño
SPA291. Directed Reading.
Tutorial for students having completed SPA 221. Students who have a special interest may arrange a tutorial with a faculty member. Enrollment is conditional on instructor’s permission.
SPA301. Spanish Grammar. (H) Fall 2010
An in-depth study of the more subtle nuances of Spanish grammar; readings about the grammatical systems; a strong emphasis on oral and written practice. SPA 221 or SPA 222. Armstrong
SPA370–379, 470–479. Topics in Spanish Literature, Language or Culture.
Seminar for in-depth study of an author, theme or period. Topic chosen to be announced each semester.
SPA390. Independent Study.
Independent study directed by the Spanish staff. Prerequisite: Permission of department chairperson.
SPA391. Directed Reading.
Tutorial for students having completed SPA 261. Students who have a special interest may arrange a tutorial with a faculty member. Enrollment is conditional on instructor’s permission.
SPA401. Spanish Tutorial. (H)
Extensive reading in areas of special interest and importance to the student. Regular conferences with tutor; critical papers. Prerequisite: Permission of department chairperson.
SPA490. Independent Study.
A major research project to be carried out under the supervision of a member of the Department.
TOPICS COURSES EXPECTED TO BE OFFERED IN 2009–2010
Latin American Prose/Cinema.
Spanish Civilization.
Amor Cortes.
El Boom Latinoamericano.
El Barroco en España y Latinoamerica.
