Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 100 Spanish for the Professions (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
In this course, students learn basic Spanish phrases and the questions necessary to carry out specific protocols in a specific profession. Discussions also cover cross-cultural issues pertinent to relationships between non-Hispanic professionals and members of the Hispanic community. This course is useful for students interested in pursuing a career in a specific profession that has frequent contact with the Hispanic population.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 101
Lab fee: $3.00

SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

5 credits
SPAN 101 is an introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language with practice in listening, reading, speaking and writing. Course includes selected studies in Hispanic culture. SPAN 101 meets elective requirements in the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree programs and transfer requirements in foreign languages and literature.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 101
Lab fee: $6.00

SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

5 credits
This course is a continuation of SPAN 101, with further development of listening, reading, speaking and writing skills and further study of Hispanic culture. SPAN 102 meets elective requirements in the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree programs and transfer requirements in foreign languages and literature.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 101 with a grade of “C” or better or by placement exam
Lab fee: $6.00

SPAN 103 Intermediate Spanish I (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

5 credits
SPAN 103 offers continued study of the Spanish language and development of listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. It also includes readings from contemporary Hispanic culture and literature. SPAN 103 meets elective requirements in the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree programs and transfer requirements in foreign languages and literature.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 with a grade of “C” or better or by placement exam
Lab fee: $6.00

SPAN 104 Intermediate Spanish II (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

5 credits
SPAN 104 focuses on the reading and discussion of Spanish and Latin American short stories, novels, plays, newspapers, and magazines, emphasizing literary appreciation and the development of Hispanic culture. It meets elective requirements in the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree programs and transfer requirements in foreign languages and literature.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 103 with a grade of “C” or better or by placement exam
Lab fee: $6.00.

SPAN 105 Spanish Conversation and Composition (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This is a conversation/composition course designed to provide students completing the 104-level with an opportunity to continue practicing the language. Students discuss current events and personal experiences in the target language. Readings are taken from literary texts, journals, magazines and newspapers. The course is repeatable for a total of 5 hours of credit.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 104 or permission of instructor
Lab fee: $4.00.

SPAN 290 Capstone Experience in Spanish (On Demand)

3 credits
This is a capstone course focusing on Spanish. Paradigms and their underlying assumptions will be explored. Students will work on developing research techniques and methodologies. Students will apply these techniques to a project of their own design, complete a personal portfolio covering their studies at Columbus State, and participate in summative testing of their academic skills.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Open only to Associate of Arts or Associate of Science students preparing to graduate within two academic quarters
Lab fee: $5.00

SPAN 299 Special Topics in Spanish (On Demand)

1-5 credits
SPAN 299 offers students the opportunity for a detailed examination of special topics in Spanish.
Prerequisite: Varies
Lab fee: $2.00