Department of Romance Languages
Spanish Courses for Spring, 2009
- 301 Advanced Spanish
- Sec. 1, Triano (MWF 10-10:50 a.m.); Sec. 2, Bender (MWF 11-11:50 a.m.); Sec. 3, López (T Th 9:30-10:45 a.m.)
- An opportunity to increase proficiency in oral and written language skills while extending knowledge of Hispanic culture. A bridge course required for advanced work in all areas.
- (Pr. 204 or 241 or equiv., or departmental permission)
- 311 Spanish Conversation
- Sec. 1, Bayonas (MW 2-3:15 p.m.); Sec. 2, Hontanilla (T Th 12:30-1:45 p.m.)
- Intensive and methodical training in spoken Spanish.
- (Speaking Intensive; Pr. 301 or departmental permission)
- 315 Intermediate Spanish Composition
- Sec. 1, Triano (MWF 1-1:50 p.m.); Sec. 2, Chesak (T Th 9:30-10:45 a.m.)
- Intensive study of grammar and idiom. Formal and informal writing.
- (Writing Intensive; Pr. 301 or departmental permission)
- 351 Approaches to Hispanic Literature
- Sec. 1, Venegas (MWF 10-10:50 a.m.); Sec. 2, Venegas (MWF 2-2:50 p.m.)
- Reading of representative Hispanic texts, by genres. Attention will be given to basic vocabulary, concepts, and techniques of literary analysis.
- (Writing Intensive; Pr. 301 or departmental permission)
- 405 Spanish American Literature II
- Sec. 1, Chesak (T Th 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
- Second half of a survey of Spanish American literature, from the late 1800s through the present day, with attention to techniques of literary analysis.
- (Writing Intensive; Pr. 315 and 351 or departmental permission)
- 411 Advanced Spanish Conversation
- Sec. 1, Venegas (MWF 12-12:50 p.m.)
- Further intensive and methodical training in spoken Spanish.
- (Speaking Intensive; Pr. 311 or departmental permission)
- 415 Advanced Spanish Composition
- Sec. 1, Triano (MWF 11-11:50 a.m.)
- Intensive practice in the written and spoken language, focusing on refinements in structure, vocabulary development, informal conversation, and formal writing styles.
- (Writing Intensive; Pr. 311 and 315 or equiv.)
- 499 Internship in Spanish
- Sec. 1, Chesak (T Th 8-9:00 a.m.)
- Field experience for upper-level Spanish students at placements requiring interaction/active language use with native speakers. Academic instruction and supervision by faculty coordinator; field direction by site supervisor(s).
- (Pr. min. 15 s.h. of Spanish above the 204 level, min. 3.0 GPA, written permission of instructor. Must be planned and requested one semester prior to placement.)
- 502 Topics in Spanish Literature
- Sec. 1, Hontanilla (T Th 6-8:45 p.m.)
- In-depth studies, through a variety of critical and historical approaches, based on themes, geographical areas, outstanding figures, genres, or periods. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Spring 2009: How has the 17th-century myth of Don Juan evolved in modern times? What impact has it had on contemporary culture and society? Does the Don Juan myth still exist today? We will explore the origins and metamorphoses of the figure and study its psychological, sociological, and literary significance in Spanish drama, poetry, novel, opera, and film.
- (Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission)
- 532 Spanish Culture and Civilization
- Sec. 1, López (T 6-8:45 p.m.)
- Development of Spanish culture. Historical and geographical background for study of contemporary Spain. Special emphasis on issues of race and religion, as well as customs, arts, and national traits.
- (Pr. one 400-level course in Hispanic literature or departmental permission)
- 610 History of the Spanish Language
- Sec. 1, Bayonas (W 6-8:45 p.m.)
- Major developments in the evolution of the phonological and morphological systems from Latin to Spanish: Latin sounds and Spanish pronunciation; chief elements of the history of syntax and lexicon; understanding the structures and elements of the Spanish language
- 697 Internship in Spanish (SVL)
- Sec. 1, Chesak (T Th 8-9:00 a.m.)
- Field experience at public or nonprofit agencies or other professional settings that require interaction with native speakers. Academic instruction and supervision by faculty coordinator; field direction by site supervisor(s).
- (Pr. admission to M.A. or post-baccalaureate certificate in Spanish; min. 6 s.h. completed and min. 3.0 GPA; must be planned and requested one semester prior to placement; permission of instructor)
Undergraduate Courses
http://www.uncg.edu/reg/Catalog/current/RomanceLang/coursesSpa100-499.html
Courses for Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students
http://www.uncg.edu/reg/Catalog/current/RomanceLang/coursesSpa500-599.html
Graduate Courses
http://www.uncg.edu/grs/bulletin/romancelang.html#coursesSPA