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SPAN 1411   Beginning Spanish I   SPAN 1411 (SPAN 1411) Beginning Spanish I (4-0). This is an introductory course intended for students with little or no previous exposure to the Spanish language. Its main emphasis is to present essential vocabulary and grammar and to develop communicative and comprehension skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course includes an introduction Hispanic culture. Equivalent courses: SPAN 1401 (through Summer 2014)  
SPAN 1412   Beginning Spanish II   SPAN 1412 (SPAN 1412) Beginning Spanish II (4-0). This course is a continuation of Spanish 1411. It introduces new grammatical structures, idiomatic expressions, and topics which include new vocabulary. It continues to build the foundational skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural awareness with emphasis on conversation, pronunciation, fluency, and vocabulary. Prerequisite SPAN 1411 or equivalent. Equivalent courses: SPAN 1402 (through Summer 2014)  
SPAN 2311   Intermediate Spanish I   SPAN 2311 (SPAN 2311) Intermediate Spanish I (3-0). For the non-native speaker of Spanish, Spanish 2311 is the continuation of Spanish 1411 and 1412. Native speakers should begin their study of Spanish with 2311. This course includes a review of grammatical patterns and development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through exploring the many facets of Hispanic culture. Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 & 1412. Equivalent courses: SPAN 2301 (through Summer 2014)  
SPAN 2312   Intermediate Spanish II   SPAN 2312 (SPAN 2312) Intermediate Spanish II (3-0). This course is a continuation of Spanish 2311. It provides additional study of grammar and Hispanic culture with emphasis on written composition and oral presentations. NOTE: Those whose native language is Spanish, or those who have otherwise acquired a speaking knowledge of Spanish, should begin their study of Spanish with Spanish 2311. The course will meet the needs of those who have obtained a speaking knowledge of Spanish with little or no formal study. Successful completion of such a course will prepare the student to register for 2312. Equivalent courses: SPAN 2302 (through Summer 2014)  
SPAN 3304   Intro to Spanish Literature   SPAN 3304 Introduction to Spanish Literature (3-0). An introduction to Spanish literature covering such areas as literary style figurative language literary genres versification aesthetics and text analysis.  
SPAN 3314   Cult and Civil of Spain   SPAN 3314 Culture and Civilization of Spain (3-0). An overview of the development of Spanish culture from ancient times to the present, using the perspectives of history, art, and literature.  
SPAN 3316   Cult Civ in Span Amer   SPAN 3316 Culture and Civilization of Spanish America (3-0). An overview of the development of Spanish American culture from ancient times to the present, using perspectives of history, art, and literature. Equivalent courses: SPN 3316 (through Summer 2022), SPNS 3316.  
SPAN 4304   Spanish American Novel   SPAN 4304 The Spanish American Novel (3-0). A study of the Spanish American novel from its origins to present. Students read novels representative of literary movements of the period and discuss and evaluate them in class.  
SPAN 4310   Spanish American Literature I   SPAN 4310 Spanish American Literature I (3-0). A survey of major Spanish American authors and works from 1492 to 1830. Prerequisite: Spanish 2312 or consent of the instructor.  
SPAN 4311   Spanish American Literature II   SPAN 4311 Spanish American Literature II (3-0). A survey of major Spanish American authors and works from 1830 to the present. Prerequisite: Spanish 2312 or consent of the instructor.  
SPAN 4315   Intro Translation I   SPAN 4315 Introduction to Translation I (3-0). Part one of introductory course in Spanish/English translation covering both theory and practice of translation. Prerequisite: SPAN 1411, 1412, 2311, 2312. Equivalent courses: SPN 4315 (through Summer 2022), SPNS 4315  
SPAN 4316   Intro Translation II    
SPAN 5306   Spanish for Health Professions   SPAN 5306 Spanish for Health Professionals (3-0). This course focuses on preparing students for successful communication between English-speaking health care professionals and Spanish-speaking patients. This course will also help students to develop cross-cultural compentencies in the medical field when engaging with someone from a Spanish-speaking country.  
SPAN 5314   Culture & Civilization Spain   SPAN 5314 Culture and Civilization of Spain (3-0). This course aims to give an overview of some of the major trends in Spanish history, literature, and culture from ancient times to present. The course provides a background for understanding Spanish civilization and culture. It emphasizes the issues of gender, class, race, and the construction of regional identities in Spain.