Spanish AA-T

C-ID: SPAN 100 Elementary Spanish I

90 hours lecture. This is an introductory course in which students learn basic grammar and vocabulary for speaking, reading, listening, and writing at the beginning level as well as the culture and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. This class has an online component that requires the student to access the electronic book on a weekly basis. Approved for IGETC Area 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: SPAN 110 Elementary Spanish II

Prerequisite: SPAN C101 with a grade of “C” or better or two years of high school Spanish.

90 hours lecture. This course is a continuation of the introduction to the Spanish language presented in Spanish C101. Students will continue to focus on the grammar and vocabulary necessary for speaking, reading, listening, and writing at the high-beginner level as well as learning about the culture, and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. This class has an online component that requires the student to access the electronic book on a weekly basis. Approved for IGETC Area 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: SPAN 220 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I

Advisory: SPAN C102

72 hours lecture. This course is designed for native Spanish speakers, who already speak, read and write the language but wish to develop their fluency further through vocabulary building, spelling and accentuation rules, cognates, grammatical structures and composition. Cultural topics will also be in order for students to have a deeper understanding and awareness of their cultural heritage. This course is taught in Spanish. Approved for IGETC Area 3B & 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: SPAN 230 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II

Advisory: SPAN C180

90 hours lecture. This course is a continuation of SPAN C180 and is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the students' existing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The course will continue to further their fluency through vocabulary building, spelling and accentuation rules, grammar, composition, and reading skills. It is taught within a Hispanic cultural context to increase a deeper understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultural heritage. The course is taught entirely in Spanish. Approved for IGETC Area 3B & 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: ANTH 120 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100.

54 hours lecture. This course analyzes social and cultural factors of human behavior in the recent past and present. Students compare and contrast cultural traditions, practices and beliefs, discussing the associated environmental and social factors that shape human cultures. Approved for IGETC Area 4, CSU GE Area D, Local GE Area 2 & 6.

Prerequisite: ENGL C101

54 lecture hours. This course studies the contributions to American literature by African Americans, Latino Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and other ethnic minorities. It examines the extent to which literature mirrors or shapes historical and social attitudes, with particular emphasis on the roles, images, and concerns of ethnic groups as expressed in literature. Approved for IGETC Area 3B, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: SOCI 150 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity

Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100

54 hours lecture. In this course, students apply critical reasoning skills to the analysis of race, ethnicity, and racism. The course covers the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge racism, racial and ethnic inequalities, and the patterns of interaction among various racial and ethnic groups. Through multiple and varied readings and classroom discussion, students discover the interrelatedness of concepts such as race, class, and gender, and the roots and future of our “melting pot” society. This course is cross-listed with ETHN C151. Approved for IGETC Area 4, CSU GE Area D, Local GE Area 2 or 3, & 6.

Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100

54 hours lecture. In this course, students apply critical reasoning skills to the analysis of race, ethnicity, and racism. The course covers the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge racism, racial and ethnic inequalities, and the patterns of interaction among various racial and ethnic groups. Through multiple and varied readings and classroom discussion, students discover the interrelatedness of concepts such as race, class, and gender, and the roots and future of our “melting pot” society. This course is cross listed with SOCI C151. Approved for IGETC Area 4, CSU GE Area D, Local GE Area 2 or 3, & 6

C-ID: SPAN 220 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I

Advisory: SPAN C102

72 hours lecture. This course is designed for native Spanish speakers, who already speak, read and write the language but wish to develop their fluency further through vocabulary building, spelling and accentuation rules, cognates, grammatical structures and composition. Cultural topics will also be in order for students to have a deeper understanding and awareness of their cultural heritage. This course is taught in Spanish. Approved for IGETC Area 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

C-ID: SPAN 230 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II

Advisory: SPAN C180

90 hours lecture. This course is a continuation of SPAN C180 and is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the students' existing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The course will continue to further their fluency through vocabulary building, spelling and accentuation rules, grammar, composition, and reading skills. It is taught within a Hispanic cultural context to increase a deeper understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultural heritage. The course is taught entirely in Spanish. Approved for Local GE Area 3 & 6.

Advisory: ENGL C070

54 hours lecture. The course covers Mexican history from Pre-Columbian period to the present. It includes an analysis of the social, cultural, political, and economic aspects of the Mexican past. Approved for IGETC Area 3B, CSU GE Area D, Local GEArea 2 & 6.

90 hours lecture. This is an introductory course in which students learn basic grammar and vocabulary for speaking, reading, understanding, and writing at the beginning level as well as the culture and civilization of the French-speaking world. Approved for IGETC Area 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3 & 6.

72 hours lecture. This course covers the basic Latin grammar structures necessary for understanding reading, writing, and speaking. Students develop vocabulary building from Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes, and compare Latin to Romance languages. The course also introduces Roman mythology, daily life, art, history, literature, and philosophy, including comparisons to the modern world. Approved for CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3.

Prerequisite: LATN C101

72 hours lecture. This course continues the introduction to the Latin language presented in Latin I. It continues with additional Latin grammar structures necessary for understanding, reading, writing, and speaking. Students further develop vocabulary building from Latin root words and suffixes and compare Latin to Romance languages. The course also continues with increased exposure to Roman mythology, daily life, art, history, literature, and philosophy, including comparisons to the modern world. Approved for IGETC Area 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3.

Prerequisite: LATN C102

72 hours lecture. This course covers intermediate level structures and vocabulary development for reading, writing, and speaking Latin. Approved for IGETC Area 3B & 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3.

Prerequisite: LATN C201

72 hours lecture. This course conducts a detailed and intensive reading of books I, II, IV and VI of the Aeneid. A running review of basic grammar structures is also a part of the class. Approved for IGETC Area 3B & 6, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 3.

Advisory: ENGL C070

54 hours lecture. This class studies Hispanic civilization and culture through films, videos and documentaries, as well as varied readings. There is analysis, discussion, and written critique of selected films from Spain, Latin America and the United States. The class covers a variety of cultural issues such as the art, music, history and politics of the Hispanic world. There is an emphasis on issues of multiculturalism and diversity as illustrated by the films and readings on issues such as race, class, gender and immigration issues. Films are subtitled; no knowledge of Spanish is required. This course is cross listed with FILM C211. Approved for IGETC Area 3B, CSU GE Area C2, Local GE Area 2 or 3, & 6.