54 courses with the subject ITAL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ITAL 1015Intensive Elementary Italian I
5 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 4 credits The first course in an intensive two-semester sequence for beginners and those who have one year or less of high school study. Development of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and cultural awareness through classroom interaction and practice, utilizing a variety of multimedia materials. Designed for students wishing to proceed at an accelerated pace. Credit given only upon completion of Italian 1035 [3.2]. (Not open to heritage speakers or to students who are enrolled in or have completed Italian *1010 [1], Italian 1.5, or more than one year of high school Italian.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. ITAL *1020 Basic Language Skills II 3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits Second in a three-semester introductory sequence. Continued emphasis on basic social functions, simple conversations, readings, and writing. Narration and description of past and future events. Increased understanding of the cultures where Italian is spoken. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Brooklyn College online placement test, or permission of the chairperson ITAL *1030 Basic Language Skills III 3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits Third in a three-semester introductory sequence. Further
none. Italian *1010 [1], or the appropriate score on the
ITAL 1031Basic Conversation Workshop
1 hour, 2 hours multimedia laboratory; 1 credit A supplementary course providing additional practice speaking Italian on everyday topics using authentic materials from a variety of contemporary media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and film. For nonheritage speakers who have completed Italian *1030 [3], 1035 [3.2], or their equivalent. May be taken concurrently with or independently of Italian 1034 [3.4]. (Not open to heritage speakers.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. on the level 3 Regents examination, or four years of high school study, or permission of the chairperson.
5 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 4 credits Second in the two-semester intensive sequence. Continued development of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and cultural awareness through extensive classroom interaction, practice, and a variety of multimedia materials. Designed to prepare students for Italian *2010 [4]. (Not open to heritage speakers or to students who are enrolled in or have completed Italian *1010 [1], 1020 [2], or 1030 [3].) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Survey of Italian literature from its origins to the present. Background lectures. Reading and discussion in English of representative masterpieces.
Professions for Nonheritage Speakers 2 hours, 2 hours multimedia laboratory; 2 credits A supplementary course providing conversational practice in career-oriented situations such as interviews, telephone conversations, taking and leaving messages, providing and obtaining information. May be taken concurrently with or independently of Italian *2010 [4]. (Not open to heritage speakers.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. permission of the chairperson
3 hours; 3 credits This is an intensive course intended for students wishing to achieve fluency in conversational Italian. The course includes active use of the language, class discussions, oral reports on selected cultural topics, oral summaries of short stories and other Italian texts, as well as viewing of videos on contemporary Italy. Course conducted in Italian. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. ITAL *2018 Intermediate Writing and Reading Skills for
3 hours, 1 multimedia laboratory hour; 3 credits Continued development of language skills and cultural understanding using a variety of authentic materials including film, video, and short literary texts. Class discussions, group activities, and team projects. Individual writing assignments with emphasis on accuracy and style. (Not open to students who have completed a course in Italian numbered 2024 or higher. The Department therefore recommends that 2021 be taken before any courses having a higher number.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Brooklyn College online language placement test.
3 hours; 3 credits Development of reading and analytical skills in Italian. Short, authentic texts, both literary and nonliterary, representing diverse contemporary styles and genres. Discussions and frequent writing assignments using a variety of approaches and supplementary materials available in the multimedia laboratory. (Students who have completed Italian 3610 [17.50] or more advanced literature courses may take Italian 2120 [15.50] with the permission of the chairperson.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
Global Languages, Literatures and Cultures 293 3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Italian is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
ITAL 2444Internship in Italian International Studies
9 hours field work; 3 credits A minimum of nine hours per week of supervised fieldwork in an approved professional international institution that is concerned with Italian cultural activities, diplomacy, trade, or banking. Scheduled conferences. Critical report written in Italian on the semester’s experience. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits The cultural experience of Italy and the Italian people. Literary texts from, and films about, major intellectual figures and cultural-historical periods: Ancient Rome; Dante and the Middle Ages; Leonardo, Michelangelo and the Renaissance; the Risorgimento; the 20th century. Conducted in English. Readings and multimedia materials in English. Starting Fall 2019 qualifies as an Inter-Cultural Competency (ICC) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Practical and theoretical approaches to translating materials drawn from a variety of texts and to integrating translation resources available in the multimedia laboratory. (French 3240 [20.03] not open to students who have completed French 54.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Practical and theoretical approaches to translating literary texts including poetry, plays, and narrative fiction. Analysis of selected published translations and of the cultural factors bearing upon the process of translation. Integration of resources available in the multimedia laboratory. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
One hour conference, minimum 9 hours independent work§; 3 credits Individual translation project designed in consultation with a faculty supervisor and leading to a portfolio containing successive and final drafts. May be taken twice provided the project is different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits A historical overview of the values, institutions, and cultural heritage of Italy from the origins to the mid-twentieth century. Discussions and frequent writing assignments using a variety of approaches and supplementary materials from the Italian print, broadcast, and electronic media. Field trips to museums and cultural events. May be taken concurrently with or after Italian *2018 [4.8], 2024, or 2030W. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits An exploration of the major features of contemporary Italy from Programs and Courses of Instruction 1939 to the present with particular attention to developing an understanding of the concepts of cultural identity and difference within the changing European context. Discussions and frequent writing assignments using a variety of approaches and supplementary materials from the Italian print, broadcast, and electronic media. Field trips to museums and cultural events. May be taken concurrently with or after Italian *2018, 2024, or 2030W. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits An in-depth look at some of Italy's most important cities through a study of their culture, traditions, literature, and representation in films and documentaries. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits An exploration of the contemporary Italian-speaking community in the United States from 1945 to the present with particular attention to developing an understanding of the concepts of cultural identity. Discussions and frequent writing assignments using a variety of approaches and supplementary materials from the print, broadcast, and electronic media. Field trips to museums and cultural events. May be taken concurrently with or after Italian *2018, 2024, or 2030W. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits An introductory course designed to familiarize students with major literary works in Italian within a chronological and cultural framework. Representative texts from the Italian-speaking world, providing an overview of Italian writngs that have shaped the lives of generations of readers. Frequent writing assignments in Italian to strengthen students’ individual competencies. This core of texts, reviewed periodically by the department, serves as a foundation for advanced literature courses. (Not open to students who have completed Italian 18.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Prerequisite or corequisite: Italian 2120 [15.50] or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Representative selections from medieval times to the present within a specific thematic and cultural context. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course twice provided the theme and content are different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission ofthe chairperson
3 hours; 3 credits Representative works from the age of Enlightenment to the present within a specific thematic and cultural context. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course twice provided the theme and content are different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission of the chairperson.
ITAL 3622Thematic Readings in Italian Short Fiction
3 hours; 3 credits Representative stories and short novels from medieval times to the present within a specific thematic and cultural context. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course twice provided the theme and content are different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Representative works from the Renaissance to the present within a specific thematic and cultural context. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course twice provided the theme and content are different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Representative works of Italian expository prose from the Renaissance to the present within a specific thematic and cultural context. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course twice provided the theme and content are different. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits The image of women as expressed in selected Italian literary works. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. [17.50] or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Autobiographical fiction and nonfiction in Italian literature. Memoirs, letters, diaries, journals, confessions. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Global Languages, Literatures and Cultures 295 Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits The relationship between Italian literary works and the films they inspired. Course description available in department office prior to registration. (Not open to students who have completed Italian [21].) This course is the same as Film 2121. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits The relationship between Italian literary works and the visual and/or performing arts. Outside lectures, visits to exhibitions and/or museums, attendance at musical and/or theatrical performances. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. permission of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits An in-depth, monographic study concentrating either on the opus of a major Italian writer or on one of the masterpieces of Italian literature. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. two courses from Tiers II and/or III, or permission of the chairperson.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Study of a special topic at an advanced level. Periodic reports or a final paper or examination. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. advanced Italian courses with an average of 3.0 or higher. Approval of topic by chairperson.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Study of a literary topic, including but not limited to periods, genres, or major writers. Substantial paper in Italian. May not be taken concurrently with Italian 5085 [85]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. advanced Italian courses approved by the chairperson with an average of 3.5 or higher. Students may take this course for credit twice, but may not repeat topics.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Research thesis, written in Italian, on a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic. May not be taken concurrently with Italian 5084 [84.1]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. courses with an average of 3.5 or higher. Approval of the research topic by the instructor and the chairperson
