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2020-2021 Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: Content may no longer be accurate.
Course Descriptions - ASL, CHNS, FL, FRCH, GRMN, ITLN, JPNS, PTGS, SPAN
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Department of Foreign Languages
JPNS 3680 - Literature: Film Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of film by one or various filmmakers of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
JPNS 3710 - Business Language I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
JPNS 3715 - Business Language II Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
JPNS 3720 - Language for Specific Purposes I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics such as language for the medical professions, social workers, law enforcement or tourism.
JPNS 3730 - Language for Specific Purposes II Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics, such as language for medical professions, social work, law enforcement or tourism.
JPNS 3740 - Translation I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into English, and on the stylistic, syntactic, cultural, lexical, and terminological problems. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion.
JPNS 3850 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-6)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Intermediate Low to Intermediate High. All Intermediate and Advanced tasks will be performed in the target language. All Superior tasks may be performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
JPNS 4740 - Translation II Credits: (3)
(IH=Intermediate High) Development of techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into the target language. Methods of contrastive linguistics to analyze pertinent aspects of language structure, involving syntax, vocabulary and style, as well as basic theoretical-historical concepts are employed. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques and concepts through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: FL 3740 is strongly advised, but not required.
JPNS 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
(IH=Intermediate High) Independent readings under the direction of a faculty member.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
JPNS 4850 - Study Abroad Credits: (3)
(A=Advanced) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Advanced or Superior. All tasks are performed in the target language. Prior travel experience does not apply.
JPNS 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
(minimal proficiency level varies with content) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours.
Note: Course not currently being offered.
KOR 1810 - First Semester Korean Credits: (3)
Experimental Course, Contact Department for More Information
First Semester Korean is the first part of First Year Korean. This course is designed for beginning-level undergraduate and graduate students who have no or very little knowledge in Korean. This course will start from the Korean alphabet, basic greetings and basic conversational and grammatical patterns. The objective of this course is for the students to acquire a basic level of communication skills and to be able to communicate with Koreans. At the end of the semester, students will be able to listen, read, write and speak Korean at the elementary level. Students should be able to introduce themselves, describe their family, express simple ideas, and narrate their daily life, school activities and weekend activities in the present, past and future tenses. In addition, students will learn useful facts about Korean culture and daily life.
KOR 1810 - Second Semester Korean Credits: (3)
Experimental
Second Semester Korean is the second part of First Year Korean. The course is designed for novice-mid students who have elementary knowledge of the Korean language. Students will continue to explore and become familiar with the Korean language and culture, and develop novice-high proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, andlistening skills. Students will also have the opportunity to practice the language in a range of contexts likely to be encountered in the Korean culture.
KOR 4810 - Advanced Korean Studies Credits: (3)
Experimental
This course is intended for students who already have intermediate to advanced level of Korean. Under this number, students will pursue independent readings under the direction of the course instructor. Students will decide a specific topic on Korean language, culture, literature, etc. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: studying the Korean language at an advanced level; gaining Korean language teaching experience as a TA; studying for TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean); reading historical primary sources in Korean about the Korean War; reading and analyzing modern and contemporary Korean literature; watching and analyzing Korean films.
KOR 4810 - Experimental Credits: (1-6)
Experimental
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: 5
PTGS 1010 - First Semester Portuguese Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(N=Novice) Introductory course assuming no significant previous experience with the language. Beginners and students with less than two years of high school language should register for this class. Emphasis on everyday conversation and exposure to cultural perspectives.
PTGS 1020 - Second Semester Portuguese Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(N=Novice) Continuation of PTGS 1010 . Basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
PTGS 2010 - Third Semester Portuguese Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of PTGS 1020 . Assumes completion of first-year or equivalent experience. Students learn to understand and express ideas about their community and the world. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
PTGS 2020 HU - Fourth Semester Portuguese Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of PTGS 2010 . The learning and application of strategies for acquiring a foreign language. Students also learn how cultural products and practices reflect a culture’s attitudes, values, ideas and meaning. The process of language acquisition and the seeking of cross-cultural understanding provide insights into the commonalities of how the human family learns, thinks and communicates.
PTGS 2021 - Second Year II Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of PTGS 2010 without General Education Humanities credit. Offered through examination only.
Pre-requisite(s): Only available through testing.
PTGS 2030 - Second Year Language Review Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) This course will prepare students who wish to continue language study. Emphasis on conversational skills and a review of language structure and usage.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3060 - Grammar & Composition Credits: (3)
(IL=Intermediate Low) This is a transition course to upper division. The course focuses on oral proficiency development. Students will learn a variety of techniques and strategies to increase their oral proficiency in a variety of social, educational and cultural settings. Native-speaking students or those who have acquired proficiency through residence in the target language community are not eligible to take this class.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3116 - DLI Bridge Course I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): PTGS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better
PTGS 3117 - DLI Bridge Course II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): PTGS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better
PTGS 3118 - DLI Bridge Course III Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): PTGS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better
PTGS 3160 - Introduction to Literature Credits: (3)
(IL=Intermediate Low) Required of all majors and minors. 3160 may be taken concurrently with other literature courses. One sheltered section may be offered to students who have not had extensive in-country experience.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3175 - Business Language II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
PTGS 3220 - Phonetics and Phonology Credits: (3)
(IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis of the sounds of language and word formation: practice of native like speech patterns. Required of all teaching majors and minors.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3270 - Special Topics in Linguistics Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Mid) An introduction to linguistic structures and semantic elements. The course provides useful information and practice in the language, its structures and usage. The sub-disciplines of linguistics, other than phonetics and phonology (covered in FL 3220), will be studied. These may include lexical analysis, semantics, morphology, syntax, linguistic change and dialectal variation.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3320 - Applied Language Studies Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
(Minimal proficiency level varies with content).
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
PTGS 3360 - Advanced Grammar Credits: (3)
(IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis and application of syntactic principles and discourse structure.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3540 - Latin American Environment and Cultures Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Med) Studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated for other non-English-speaking cultures.
PTGS 3550 - Cultural Heritage I Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
PTGS 3560 - Cultural Heritage II Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Med) Studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts, and civilization. May be repeated 3 times for other non-English speaking cultures.
PTGS 3570 - Special Topics in Culture Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
PTGS 3610 - Literature Survey I Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
PTGS 3620 - Literature Survey II Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
PTGS 3631 - Literature: Prose Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of works in prose by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
PTGS 3632 - Literature: Drama Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of theater plays by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
PTGS 3680 - Literature: Film Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of film by one or various filmmakers of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
PTGS 3710 - Business Language I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
PTGS 3715 - Business Language II Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
PTGS 3720 - Language for Specific Purposes I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics such as language for the medical professions, social workers, law enforcement or tourism.
PTGS 3730 - Language for Specific Purposes II Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics, such as language for medical professions, social work, law enforcement or tourism.
PTGS 3740 - Translation I Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into English, and on the stylistic, syntactic, cultural, lexical, and terminological problems. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion.
PTGS 3850 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-6)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Intermediate Low to Intermediate High. All Intermediate and Advanced tasks will be performed in the target language. All Superior tasks may be performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
PTGS 4740 - Translation II Credits: (3)
(IH=Intermediate High) Development of techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into the target language. Methods of contrastive linguistics to analyze pertinent aspects of language structure, involving syntax, vocabulary and style, as well as basic theoretical-historical concepts are employed. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques and concepts through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: PTGS 3740 is strongly advised, but not required.
PTGS 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
(IH=Intermediate High) Independent readings under the direction of a faculty member.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
PTGS 4850 - Study Abroad Credits: (3)
(A=Advanced) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Advanced or Superior. All tasks are performed in the target language. Prior travel experience does not apply.
SPAN 1000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (1-2)
(N=Novice) (Cr/NCr) Non-graded courses for entry-level students to augment foreign language instruction in stress-free activities such as reading children’s literature, learning and performing skits, folk dancing, singing, cooking, etc.
Suggested Requisite(s): May be repeated for credit under different titles.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: Course not currently being offered.
SPAN 1010 - First Semester Spanish Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(N=Novice) Introductory course assuming no significant previous experience with the language. Beginners and students with less than two years of high school language should register for this class. Emphasis on everyday conversation and exposure to cultural perspectives.
SPAN 1020 - Second Semester Spanish Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(N=Novice) Continuation of SPAN 1010 . Basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
SPAN 1700 - Conversational Skills Credits: (1-3)
Specific vocabulary and speaking skills in one semester (e.g., nursing, law enforcement, medical, tourism, family language courses, etc.). May be repeated for credit under different titles.
SPAN 1852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
(N=Novice) Language and culture studies for students with no previous experience in the target language and culture. Most assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 2000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (1-2)
(NH=Novice High) (CR/NC) Non-graded courses for second-year students to augment foreign language instruction in stress-free activities appropriate to the linguistic level of second-year students. May be repeated under different titles. Note: Course not currently being offered.
SPAN 2010 - Third Semester Spanish Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of FL 1020. Assumes completion of first-year or equivalent experience. Students learn to understand and express ideas about their community and the world. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
SPAN 2020 HU - Fourth Semester Spanish Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of SPAN 2010 . The learning and application of strategies for acquiring a foreign language. Students also learn how cultural products and practices reflect a culture’s attitudes, values, ideas and meaning. The process of language acquisition and the seeking of cross-cultural understanding provide insights into the commonalities of how the human family learns, thinks and communicates.
SPAN 2021 - Second Year II Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) Continuation of FL 2010 without General Education Humanities credit. Offered through examination only.
Pre-requisite(s): Only available through testing.
SPAN 2030 - Second Year Language Review Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) This course will prepare students who wish to continue language study. Emphasis on conversational skills and a review of language structure and usage.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
SPAN 2600 HU - Introduction to Cultural and Literary Studies in Translation Credits: (3)
Variable Title
May be offered under any of the languages taught in the department. All Foreign Language HU2600 courses are taught in English and all texts are read in English translation in order to make some of the literature we normally would teach in a foreign language accessible to all students. These courses may introduce students to specific literary periods, literary themes or some prominent authors in specific areas of the world where languages other than English are spoken.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times for credit under different titles.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 2851 - HU Study Abroad Credits: (3)
(NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 2852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
(NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is at Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: Twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
SPAN 3000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IL=Intermediate Low) This is a transition course to upper division. The course focuses on oral proficiency development. Students will learn a variety of techniques and strategies to increase their oral proficiency in a variety of social, educational and cultural settings. Native-speaking students or those who have acquired proficiency through residence in the target language community are not eligible to take this class.
SPAN 3060 - Grammar & Composition Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IL=Intermediate Low) This is a transition course to upper division. The course focuses on oral proficiency development. Students will learn a variety of techniques and strategies to increase their oral proficiency in a variety of social, educational and cultural settings. Native-speaking students or those who have acquired proficiency through residence in the target language community are not eligible to take this class.
SPAN 3116 - DLI Bridge Course I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 3 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): SPAN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 3 or better
SPAN 3117 - DLI Bridge Course II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 3 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): SPAN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 3 or better
SPAN 3118 - DLI Bridge Course III Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 3 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language.
Pre-requisite(s): SPAN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 3 or better
SPAN 3160 - Introduction to Literature Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(IL=Intermediate Low) Required of all majors and minors. 3160 may be taken concurrently with other literature courses. One sheltered section may be offered to students who have not had extensive in-country experience.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
SPAN 3220 - Phonetics and Phonology Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis of the sounds of language and word formation: practice of native like speech patterns. Required of all teaching majors and minors.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
SPAN 3270 - Special Topics in Linguistics Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Mid) An introduction to linguistic structures and semantic elements. The course provides useful information and practice in the language, its structures and usage. The sub-disciplines of linguistics, other than phonetics and phonology (covered in SPAN 3220 ), will be studied. These may include lexical analysis, semantics, morphology, syntax, linguistic change and dialectal variation.
Note: Check with department for course availability.
SPAN 3320 - Applied Language Studies Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
(Minimal proficiency level varies with content).
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
SPAN 3360 - Advanced Grammar Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis and application of syntactic principles and discourse structure.
SPAN 3540 - Latin American Environment and Cultures Credits: (3)
In order to provide an interdisciplinary introduction to Latin America, this course presents the region’s history, its peoples, their culture and their political and natural environments. Other content to be discussed includes issues of migration, US Latinos and the region’s relationship with the US.
SPAN 3550 - Cultural Heritage I Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
SPAN 3560 - Cultural Heritage II Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Med) Studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts, and civilization. May be repeated 3 times for other non-English speaking cultures.
SPAN 3570 - Special Topics in Culture Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 3610 - Literature Survey I Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
SPAN 3620 - Literature Survey II Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
SPAN 3630 - Literature Poetry Credits: (3)
Variable Title
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(IM= Intermediate Mid) One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with FL 3160. May be repeated under different titles.
SPAN 3631 - Literature: Prose Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of works in prose by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
SPAN 3650 - Literature Periods Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with SPAN 3160 .
SPAN 3670 - Literature Authors Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IN=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors.
Suggested Requisite(s): May be taken concurrently with SPAN 3160 .
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 3680 - Literature: Film Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of film by one or various filmmakers of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
SPAN 3690 - Literature Special Topics in Literature Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
(IM=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors.
Suggested Requisite(s): May be taken concurrently with SPAN 3160 .
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 3710 - Business Language I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
SPAN 3715 - Business Language II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
SPAN 3720 CEL - Language for Specific Purposes I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics such as language for the medical professions, social workers, law enforcement or tourism.
SPAN 3730 CEL - Language for Specific Purposes II Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics, such as language for medical professions, social work, law enforcement or tourism.
SPAN 3740 - Translation I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into English, and on the stylistic, syntactic, cultural, lexical, and terminological problems. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion.
SPAN 3750 - Introduction to Interpreting Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual interpretation in a variety of professional settings. The course includes an overview and history of the interpreting industry and work of interpreters, certification and licensure, and the variety of consumers and modalities with which interpreters work. Ethical decision-making models and the Code of Ethics for interpreters are explored.
SPAN 3850 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-6)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Intermediate Low to Intermediate High. All Intermediate and Advanced tasks will be performed in the target language. All Superior tasks may be performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
SPAN 4190 - Foreign Language Journal Credits: (3)
(IM=Intermediate Mid) For foreign language students in the fourth year who work on publishing the foreign language literary journal. Includes selecting articles, editing and preparing journal layout.
SPAN 4620 - Survey of Literature I Credits: (3)
(IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Prerequisite: FL 3160
SPAN 4630 - Survey of Literature II Credits: (3)
(IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Prerequisite: FL 3160
SPAN 4690 - Special Topics in Literature Credits: (3)
Variable Title
(IH=Intermediate High) Detailed analysis of a particular body of literature. For students whose proficiency in the target language is at least Intermediate High. Prerequisite: SPAN 3160 May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
SPAN 4740 - Translation II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
(IH=Intermediate High) Development of techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into the target language. Methods of contrastive linguistics to analyze pertinent aspects of language structure, involving syntax, vocabulary and style, as well as basic theoretical-historical concepts are employed. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques and concepts through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: FL 3740 is strongly advised, but not required.
SPAN 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
(IH=Intermediate High) Independent readings under the direction of a faculty member.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 10 times.
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
SPAN 4850 - Study Abroad Credits: (3)
(A=Advanced) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Advanced or Superior. All tasks are performed in the target language. Prior travel experience does not apply.
SPAN 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
(minimal proficiency level varies with content) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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