20 courses with the subject SPA, 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.
SPA 131Elementary Spanish I. F., Sp3
Beginning Spanish, stressing oral and written communication skills. Students learn basic grammar and information about cultures in Spanish–speaking countries. Three class periods per week.
A review and expansion of grammar taught in SPA 131 and 132 Elementary Spanish I and II, with continued emphasis on oral and written skills. Particular attention is given to problematic sentence constructions, verb tenses, and moods. Prerequisite: SPA 132 Elementary Spanish II OR the equivalent.
SPA 271Introduction to Latin American and Peninsular Literature. F3
Designed to prepare the student to read, understand, and analyze literature in Spanish before taking higher-level literature courses in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA 231 Intermediate Spanish I OR permission from the instructor. (Course can also be taken concurrently with SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II with instructor’s approval.)
Provides opportunities for hands-on learning experiences among Spanish–speakers. Students must work with FHU Spanish instructors as well as a field supervisor to plan objectives, activities, and evaluative criteria. A minimum of 40 hours of field activity is required for one (1) credit hour.
A study of pronunciation, language patterns, and use of the phonetic alphabet. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor. 390
SPA 331Survey of Peninsular Literature I. (W) Sp. Even years3
A survey of the literature of Spain from the Middle Ages through the 17th century. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 332Survey of Peninsular Literature II. (W) Sp. Odd years3
A survey of the literature of Spain from the beginning of the 18th century to the present. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
A course that provides opportunities for discussions and debates in Spanish on a wide range of practical topics. Prerequisite: SPA 231 Intermediate Spanish I OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 365Latin American Civilization and Cultures. (W) Sp. Odd years3
A brief overview of pre–Columbian civilization, European colonization, struggles for independence, and nation building that have evolved into present-day Latin America. The course encompasses the disciplines of sociology, archaeology, anthropology, politics, history, philosophy, and religion in order to better understand Latin American cultures. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 366Peninsular Civilizations and Cultures. Sp. Even years3
Survey of the history of Spain. Particular focus will be given to the Reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula, the effects of the Spanish colonization of the New World, the Spanish Civil War, the dictatorship of Francisco Franco, and the transition from fascism to democracy. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 367Spanish Immersion Program/Study Abroad. Su. Even years1
Open to Spanish minors, majors, and others interested in the Spanish language and culture. An opportunity to study with native speakers in a Spanish–speaking country for a minimum of four weeks. Students pursuing a Spanish minor or major will attend Spanish classes daily, as well as take numerous cultural and historical excursions. Additional credit hours will be awarded according to courses taken in the host country. Students will not be billed the comprehensive charge for the summer term but are required to pay program expenses; institutional scholarships and discounts do not apply. Prerequisites: Student must have permission from the Spanish program coordinator to participate AND meet other requirements specified in this catalog for FHU Abroad.
SPA 431Survey of Latin American Literature I. F. Even years3
A survey of Latin American literature beginning with the pre–Conquest period and continuing into the early 20th century (1910). Prerequisites: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II, SPA 271 Introduction to Latin American and Peninsular Literature OR equivalents, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 432Survey of Latin American Literature II. F. Odd years3
A survey of Latin American literature from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. Peninsular Literature OR equivalents, OR permission from the instructor. 391
SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II, SPA 271 Introduction to Latin American and
SPA 450Spanish for Career and Community. F3
Focused practice in Spanish-language skills needed for students pursuing careers in a variety of professional fields. Emphasis is given to specialized vocabulary building, translation-interpretation, role play, and an understanding of Hispanic culture. Topics may include Spanish for missions and ministry, education, healthcare, business, law, and communication. Prerequisites: SPA 131 Elementary Spanish I, SPA 132 Elementary Spanish II, SPA 231 Intermediate Spanish I, SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II, or equivalent.
SPA 466Women in Latin American Literature and Culture. Offered on sufficient3
demand. An overview of the literary and cultural contributions of Latin American women from the colonial era to the present. Prerequisite: SPA 232 Intermediate Spanish II OR equivalent, OR permission from the instructor.
SPA 490Capstone in Peninsular and Latin American Studies. F., Sp1
Advanced Spanish study required of all Spanish majors during their final semester of coursework for the degree. Students will be required to give a presentation and write a research paper based on work done in a 300– or 400–level class. Prerequisite: Completion of one 400–level course.
SPA 499BAdvanced Spanish Grammar and Spanish Conversation. Su. Even6
years. A course that will be taken in conjunction with SPA 367 Spanish Immersion Program/Study Abroad in Madrid, Spain, which is a requirement for all Spanish majors. The grammar component is a comprehensive study of grammatical concepts and structures not covered in lower level courses. The conversation component provides opportunities to practice what has been learned. All instruction will be given by university professors who are native Spanish speakers.