Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 101Z:   First-year Spanish I   (4)  
An introduction to the language, cultural practices, and perspectives of Spanish- speaking communities both locally and globally. Cultivates listening, speaking, reading, writing, and intercultural competence through conversation, cultural exploration, and other activities. Designed for beginners as the first of three in the sequence of First-year Spanish courses (SPAN 101Z, 102Z, and 103Z). If you have experience speaking Spanish at home, in your community, or abroad, please consult with the instructor to make sure this class is the best for your level
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Winter  
SPAN 102Z:   First year Spanish II   (4)  
Builds on the foundational skills of Spanish 101Z including the language, cultural practices, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking communities both locally and globally. Continues to cultivate listening, speaking, reading, writing, and intercultural competence through conversation, cultural exploration, and other activities. Designed for those who have completed a term of college level Spanish (or equivalent) as the second of three in the sequence of First-year Spanish courses (SPAN 101Z, 102Z, and 103Z).If you have experience speaking Spanish at home, in your community, or abroad, please consult with the instructor to make sure this class is the best for your level.
Registration-Enforced Prerequisite: SPAN 101Z with a grade of C or better.  
Terms Typically Offered: Spring, Winter  
SPAN 103Z:   First-year Spanish III   (4)  
Builds on foundational skills of Spanish 102Z including the language, cultural practices, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking communities both locally and globally. Continues to cultivate communicative skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing, and intercultural competence through conversation, cultural exploration, and other activities. Designed for those who have completed two terms of college-level Spanish (or equivalent) as the third of three in the sequence of First-year Spanish courses (SPAN 101Z, 102Z, and 103Z). Students who successfully complete Spanish 103Z are ready to take the sequence of Second-year Spanish courses (Intermediate). If you have experience speaking Spanish at home, in your community, or abroad, please consult with the instructor to make sure this class is the best for your level.
Registration-Enforced Prerequisite: SPAN 102Z with a grade of C or better.  
Terms Typically Offered: Spring, Summer  
SPAN 122:   Spanish for Safety Personnel   (4)  
This course will introduce students to basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases pertinent to safety, emergency, and medical personnel. Identifies when and how to use this language in culturally appropriate ways, and explains how differing attitudes and beliefs can impact cross-cultural interactions in emergency and medical settings
Terms Typically Offered: Spring  
SPAN 201:   Second Year Spanish I   (4)  
This course promotes intensive development of oral and written Spanish language skills. Students will review and expand on first-year structural patterns and vocabulary by integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. In-depth exploration of cultures is offered through the use of authentic materials from the Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
Registration-Enforced Prerequisite: SPAN 103Z with a grade of C or better.  
Terms Typically Offered: Fall  
SPAN 202:   Second Year Spanish II   (4)  
This course continues an in-depth development of oral and written Spanish language skills with further emphasis on vocabulary and complex grammatical concepts. In-depth exploration of cultures is offered through the use of authentic materials from the Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
Registration-Enforced Prerequisite: SPAN 201 with a grade of C or better.  
Terms Typically Offered: Winter  
SPAN 203:   Second Year Spanish III   (4)  
This course promotes continued development of Spanish language skills through in-depth oral activities and discussion of themes, analysis of current events relating to the Spanish-speaking world; and the use of written materials as a means of communication. In-depth exploration of cultures is offered through use of authentic materials from the Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
Registration-Enforced Prerequisite: SPAN 202 with a grade of C or better.  
Terms Typically Offered: Spring