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2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog | Expires Aug. 2020 THIS CATALOG IS ARCHIVED. BE SURE YOU ARE ACCESSING THE MOST ACCURATE CATALOG FOR YOU.
Modern Foreign Languages Courses
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Modern Foreign Languages
French
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FREN 111 - Elementary French I
Introduction to the study of French language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
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FREN 112 - Elementary French II
Continuation of the study of French language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: FREN 111 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
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FREN 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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FREN 211 - Intermediate French I
Study of French language and culture, including review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on French as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: FREN 112 , or the equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
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FREN 212 - Intermediate French II
Comprehensive review of French language and culture, and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on French as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: FREN 211 or the equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 290 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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FREN 312 - Intro to French Literature
Students read and discuss selected representative works from the Renaissance through the 20th century; also discussed are major literary/artistic movements of these periods. Course work includes readings, papers, exams, presentations.
Prerequisite: FREN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 321 - French Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Prerequisite: FREN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 332 - French Conversation
Oral proficiency is acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Prerequisite: FREN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 334 - French Phonetics
Theoretical and practical study of French pronunciation and intonation using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Prerequisite: FREN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 340 - French Civilization
Survey course of French culture from the Middle Ages to the present time, including reading, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics, and historical events.
Prerequisite: FREN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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FREN 391 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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FREN 420 - Literature of the 17th & 18th Centuries
The primary focus of the course is reading and discussing selected literary writings of the neo-classical period (17th century) and the Enlightenment (18th century). In addition to intensive reading and discussions, course work, includes written papers, presentations, and exams.
Prerequisite: One 300-level FREN course or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 425 - Literature of the 19th Century
Novel, poetry and drama from Romanticism to Naturalism.
Prerequisite: One 300-level FREN course or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 430 - Literature of the 20th & 21st Centuries
Novel, poetry and drama from Naturalism to present.
Prerequisite: One 300-level FREN course or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 435 - Literature of the Francophone World
A survey of contemporary works from outside of metropolitan France, including those by African, West Indian, and French Canadian authors.
Prerequisite: One 300-Level FREN course or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 441 - Contemporary France
Intensive study of the daily life in France; the geography; central regional and local governments; political parties; schools and universities; religions, social programs; employment, family life, marriage, current events and French participation in the European union.
Prerequisite: One 300-level FREN course or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 451 - Advanced Composition & Conversation
An in-depth study of French grammar, stylistics, and pronunciation through reading, lectures, guided and free discussion. Composition as a process will be addressed.
Prerequisite: FREN 321 or FREN 332 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 455 - Intensive Language Review
This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral French. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations, and discussions.
Prerequisite: FREN 321 , FREN 332 or FREN 451 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 457 - French/English Translation
Translation from English to French and French to English with emphasis on accuracy and good style in each language. Correct usage is also stressed. Students move beyond word for word translation to idiomatic usage.
Prerequisite: FREN 321 , FREN 332 or FREN 451 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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FREN 490 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A escriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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FREN 491 - Seminar in French Studies
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, once for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Prerequisite: Honors students status and thesis advisor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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FREN 499 - Directed Study
With the guidance and approval of a member of the French faculty, students may investigate an area, of French studies – including literature, culture, and/or language – that is not included in the content of an existing course.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1-4 cr
German
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GER 111 - Elementary German I
Introduction to the study of German language and culture including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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GER 112 - Elementary German II
Continuation of the study of German language and culture including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: GER 111 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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GER 211 - Intermediate German I
Study of German language and culture, including review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on German as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: GER 112 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
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GER 212 - Intermediate German II
Comprehensive review of German language and culture and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on German as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: GER 211 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
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GER 311 - Introduction to German Literature I
Presents representative major works from the 18th and 19th centuries (Classical to Realism). Lectures, discussions and readings in German.
Prerequisite: GER 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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GER 312 - Introduction to German Literature II
Presents representative major works of the 20th century from Naturalism to the present time. Lectures, discussions and readings in German.
Prerequisite: or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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GER 321 - German Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Prerequisite: GER 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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GER 332 - German Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Prerequisite: GER 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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GER 340 - German Civilization
A survey course of German culture from the Middle Ages to the present time including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics and historical events.
Prerequisite: GER 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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GER 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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GER 391 - Special Seminar in German
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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GER 455 - Intensive Language Review
This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral German. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations and discussions.
Prerequisite: GER 321 or GER 332 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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GER 491 - Seminar in Germanic Studies
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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GER 499 - Directed Study
Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling. Intensive study of an author, literary form or period or some aspect of the German language.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1-4 cr
Japanese
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JAPN 111 - Elementary Japanese I
This course aims at the acquisition of basic communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency through the practice of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in modern Japanese. Students will be introduced to the Japanese writing system - the phonetic hiragana and katakana, and the character-based kanji. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits: 4 cr
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JAPN 112 - Elementary Japanese II
This course aims at the expansion of basic communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency through the practice of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in modern Japanese. Students will increase their knowledge of Chinese characters (kanji) to 250. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: JAPN 111
Credits: 4 cr
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JAPN 211 - Intermediate Japanese I
This course aims at the expansion of the communicative, grammatical, and cultural proficiency of the four skill areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening) acquired in Elementary Japanese II (JAPN 112). Continued emphasis will be placed on audio-lingual skills while an increased emphasis is placed on reading and writing kanji skills. Students are expected to be able to appreciate, enjoy, and describe the different cultural aspects and their relation to the Japanese language. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: JAPN 112
Credits: 4 cr
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JAPN 212 - Intermediate Japanese II
This emphasizes the continuation of the skills learned in Intermediate Japanese I (JAPN 211). Classes will be conducted entirely in Japanese. The focus is on both written and spoken skills but the primary emphasis is on spoken Japanese. Students are expected to be able to appreciate, enjoy, and describe the different cultural aspects and their relation to the Japanese language. Students will also learn about Japanese culture so that they become both grammatically correct and socially appropriate. It includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: JAPN 211 .
Credits: 4 cr
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JAPN 311 - Japanese Literature & Culture
Presents representative works of Japanese literature from the 17th-21st centuries. Lectures, discussions and readings in Japanese.
Prerequisite: JAPN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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JAPN 321 - Japanese Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Prerequisite: JAPN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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JAPN 332 - Japanese Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Prerequisite: JAPN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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JAPN 340 - Japanese Civilization
A survey course of Japanese culture from prehistoric times to the present, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social, institutions, politics, and historical events.
Prerequisite: JAPN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
Latin
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LAT 111 - Elementary Latin I
Teaches skills in reading, writing and comprehension of Latin.
Credits: 3 cr
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LAT 112 - Elementary Latin II
Continuation of LAT 111 .
Prerequisite: .
Credits: 3 cr
Modern Foreign Languages
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MFL 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 191 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 205 - Studies in World Literature
Students explore literature from multiple cultures through study of works of fiction, poetry, drama and/or film by authors from outside the U.S., Great Britain and English Canada. Works selected on the basis of common theme, genre, historical period and/or geographical area. Literature not originally in English will be studied in translation. (The title in the course schedule will reflect the specific subject matter of the course.) May be taken more than once for credit.
Prerequisite: All reading and writing requirements.
Credits: 3 cr
General Education: Category 1
Notes: XLIST ENGL 205 -
MFL 290 - Special Topics
Topics may vary but include: French, German, Polish and Spanish philosophy; introduction to languages not currently taught; introduction to descriptive linguistics. Course is taught in English or in the target language and includes work in the language laboratory where applicable.
Prerequisite: MFL 190
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 291 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-6 cr
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MFL 396 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment. May enroll only twice in one department.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission, 2.50 GPA an a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 465 - Elem Foreign Language Methods
A study of elementary level foreign language pedagogy, emphasizing methods to teach listening, speaking, and culture; including methods to teach reading and writing; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Prerequisite: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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MFL 466 - Sec Foreign Language Methods
A study of secondary foreign language pedagogy, including methods to teach listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and other media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Prerequisite: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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MFL 490 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 491 - Special Topics
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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MFL 496 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission, 2.50 GPA and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline.
Credits: 1-12 cr
Notes: May enroll only twice in one department.
Polish
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PLSH 111 - Elementary Polish I
Introduction to the study of Polish language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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PLSH 112 - Elementary Polish II
Continuation of the study of Polish language and culture including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: PLSH 111 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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PLSH 190 - Special Topics in Polish
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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PLSH 204 - The Polish-American Experience
A presentation of lifestyles of Polish-Americans from 1608 to present. Comprehending the political, religious, social, educational and economic facets of their contributions and development.
Credits: 3 cr
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PLSH 211 - Intermediate Polish I
Study of Polish language and culture including review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on Polish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: PLSH 112 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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PLSH 212 - Intermediate Polish II
Comprehensive review of Polish language and culture and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on Polish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: PLSH 211 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
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PLSH 241 - Contemporary Poland
Intensive study of the political system, social problems and artistic life of post-World War II from 1945 to present. Taught in English.
Credits: 3 cr
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PLSH 272 - Polish Literature in Translation
Study of major Polish literary works in English translation. Texts may include those by Rej, Mickiewicz, Konopnicka, Zeromski, Slonimski and Milisz.
Credits: 3 cr
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PLSH 290 - Selected Topics
Specific topics are presented within the area of Polish studies.
Credits: 3 cr
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PLSH 390 - Special Topics in Polish
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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PLSH 499 - Directed Study
Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1-4 cr
Spanish
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SPAN 111 - Elementary Spanish I
Introduction to the study of Spanish language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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SPAN 112 - Elementary Spanish II
Continuation of the study of Spanish language and culture, including the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on oral communication skills. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: SPAN 111 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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SPAN 190 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript. Prerequisite: As listed in the Course Schedule.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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SPAN 211 - Intermediate Spanish I
Study of Spanish language and culture, including, review of the basic elements of the language and further acquisition of communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Emphasis on Spanish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: SPAN 112 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 9
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SPAN 212 - Intermediate Spanish II
Comprehensive review of Spanish language and culture, and intensive work in written and oral communication. Emphasis on Spanish as an international language system and cultural system. Includes student work in language laboratory and computer laboratory.
Prerequisite: SPAN 211 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr
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SPAN 290 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation
Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.
Prerequisite: SPAN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 311 - Spanish Composition
Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.
Prerequisite: SPAN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 313 - Introduction to Literature of Spain I
Presents representative works from the Middle Ages through the Spanish Golden Age. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 314 - Introduction to Literature of Spain II
Presents representative works from the 18th century to contemporary authors. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 317 - Intro to Latin-American Literature I
A survey course of Latin-American literature from its origins to Modernism. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 318 - Intro to Latin-American Literature II
A continuation of SPAN 317 from Modernism to the present. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 319 - Intro to U.S. Hispanic Lit
Presents a restricted number of representative works with emphasis on Mexican-American, Cuban-American and Puerto Rican authors. Readings in Spanish and English, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 334 - Phonetics
A study of the rules of Spanish pronunciation utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students learn to perfect their pronunciation by intensive oral exercises. Students are required to make recordings in the language laboratory.
Prerequisite: SPAN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 336 - Spanish for the Professions
Oral proficiency and composition practice stressing terminology used in medicine, law, criminal justice, business and social work.
Prerequisite: SPAN 212 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 340 - Civilization of Spain
Survey course of Spanish culture from the Middle Ages to the present time, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics, and historical events. Readings, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 302 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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SPAN 341 - Latin-American Civilization
A survey course of Latin-American cultures from the pre-Columbian times to the present time, including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, political institutions, political institutions, and historical events.
Prerequisite: SPAN 302 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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SPAN 344 - U.S. Hispanic Civilization
A survey course of US Hispanic culture. Readings in Spanish and English, discussions and lectures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 302 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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SPAN 391 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Prerequisite: As listed in the course schedule.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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SPAN 393 - Directed Readings
An organized plan of readings in one or more aspects of the discipline. The student and instructor must agree on a plan of readings prior to enrollment.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission, a 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline.
Credits: 1-3 cr
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SPAN 419 - Advanced Composition & Conversation
An intense study of Spanish grammar, stylistics and pronunciation through readings, lectures, guided and free discussion. Composition as a process will be addressed.
Prerequisite: SPAN 302 or SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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SPAN 430 - Modern Spanish Literature
A study of contemporary Spanish thought and literature. Topics will include: the rise of the modern Spanish novel, the generation of 27, poetry and drama since the Civil War.
Prerequisite: One 300-level SPAN course.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 440 - Contemporary Latin-American Prose
A study of the 20th century major Latin-American prose writers including: Garcia Marquez, Vargas Llosa, Rulfo, Carpentier, Laura Esquivel, Isabel Allende, Rosario Ferre, and others.
Prerequisite: One 300-level SPAN course.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 450 - Latin-American Poetry & Drama
A study of 19th and 20th century poetry and drama.
Prerequisite: One 300-level SPAN course.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 455 - Intensive Language Review
This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral Spanish. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations, and discussions.
Prerequisite: SPAN 302 , SPAN 311 or SPAN 419 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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SPAN 456 - Introduction to Linguistics
A study of the fundamentals of descriptive linguistics including a comparative analysis of Spanish and English as to structure, sound systems, and semantics.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3 cr
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SPAN 457 - Spanish-English Translation
Translation from English to Spanish and Spanish to English with emphasis on accuracy and good style in each language. Correct usage is also stressed. Students move beyond word for word translation to idiomatic usage.
Prerequisite: SPAN 311 , SPAN 419 or SPAN 455 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4 cr
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