Spanish


Course Descriptions

SPAN 1013 – Elementary Spanish I – 3 credit hours

Development of the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and culture. Communicative skills will be emphasized. Restricted to students with limited to no proficiency in the language.

 

SPAN 1023 – Elementary Spanish II – 3 credit hours

Continued development of the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and culture. Communicative skills will be emphasized. Prerequisite: SPAN 1013 or placement test score or instructor’s permission.

 

SPAN 2033 – Intermediate Spanish I – 3 credit hours

First-semester intermediate level review and continued development of the four language skills taught through and/or accompanied by a study of culture. Communicative skills will be emphasized. Prerequisite: SPAN 1023 or placement test score or instructor’s permission.

 

SPAN 2043 – Intermediate Spanish II – 3 credit hours

Second-semester intermediate level review and continued development of the four language skills taught through and/or accompanied by a study of culture. Communicative skills will be emphasized. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or placement test score or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Spring every three years.

 

SPAN 3013 – Spanish Conversation – 3 credit hours

Designed to improve oral proficiency. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Spring every three years.

 

SPAN 3033 – Latin American Culture & Civilization – 3 credit hours

A study of Latin American civilization and culture through the analysis of the arts, music, geography, politics, and history. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Fall every three years.

 

SPAN 3053 – Spanish Translation – 3 credit hours

This course gives students the opportunity to improve their Spanish language skills, hone their translation ability (from Spanish to English as well as from English to Spanish), and increase their cultural awareness. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Fall every three years.

 

SPAN 3073 – Advanced Grammar & Composition – 3 credit hours

Designed to improve proficiency in all four language skills with an emphasis on grammar. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Spring every three years.

 

SPAN 3103 – Introduction to Hispanic Literature – 3 credit hours

Introduces the student to a wide array of Hispanic literature, from both Spain as well as Latin America, which includes narrative, poetry, dramas, and essays. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission. Course rotation: Fall every three years.

 

SPAN 3803 – Special Topics in Spanish – 3 credit hours

An advanced study of special topics in literature or culture in Spain and/or Latin America. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 2033 or instructor’s permission.

 

SPAN 3000-4000 – Study Abroad – 1-6 credit hours

Students may take courses offered by other accredited colleges, or by Lindsey Wilson College, if available, for 1-6 credit hours toward Spanish minor. Offers students the opportunity to travel to a Spanish-speaking country and to be immersed by language and culture. Prerequisites: Permission of the program coordinator and pre-approval by the Registrar’s Office.