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SPAN-4610 Advanced Spanish Grammar
–Fa
3 hours
Intensive review of high frequency grammatical structures
problematic to non-native speakers of Spanish. Exploration of the
history of the language as well as the theoretical aspects of the
nature of language and the practical development of written and
oral skills in Spanish.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
.
(even years)
SPAN-4640 Research in Language and Culture
–Fa
3 hours
In-depth study of a particular topic of interest either through
individual research or group discussion. Orientation may be
interdisciplinary or author and genre specific. Capstone course.
Prerequisite: major or minor in Spanish; permission of instructor.
(odd years)
SPAN-4650
3 hours
Civilization and Literature of Latin America I
–Fa
A survey of the geography, history, culture, and literature of
Latin America from the pre-Columbian period through the 19th
century. Emphasis is on the diversity of Latin American society
and the factors that have shaped it. Literary works will be studied
for their literary significance within their socio-historical context.
Prerequisite: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature
. (odd
years)
SPAN-4670
3 hours
Civilization and Literature of Latin America II
–Sp
A survey of the history, culture, and literature of Latin America
from the 19th century to the present. Emphasis will be on
acquiring a greater awareness of current issues in Latin
American society and understanding their contributing factors.
Literary works will be studied for their literary significance
within their socio-historical context.
Prerequisite: SPAN-2720
Intermediate Spanish.
(odd years)
SPAN-4680
2 hours
Advanced Conversation and Composition
–Sp
Development of oral and written communication skills at the
advanced level as well as expansion of vocabulary dealing with a
variety of contemporary topics.
Prerequisite: SPAN-3610 Spanish
Composition, SPAN-3620 Spanish Conversation, or permission of
instructor.
(even years)
SPAN-4700 Independent Study in Spanish
–Fa, Sp
1–3 hours
Independent and intensive study in a particular area of the
Spanish language, literature, or culture for individual students who
demonstrate special interests and ability.
SPAN-4740 Civilization and Literature of Spain I
–Fa
3 hours
A study of major literary works of Spain from the medieval and
Renaissance periods to the 17th century, with emphasis placed
on understanding works within their socio-historical context,
as well as their literary significance. Geography, history, and
culture of Spain from prehistoric civilizations to the 17th century.
Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature;
permission of instructor.
(even years)
SPAN-4750 Civilization and Literature of Spain II
–Sp
3 hours
A study of major literary works of Spain from the 17th century
to the present day, with emphasis placed on understanding
works within their socio-historical context, as well as their literary
significance. Geography, history, and culture of Spain from the
17th century to present.
Prerequisites: SPAN-4680 Advanced
Conversation and Composition; permission of instructor
. (even
years)
SPAN-4790 20th Century Spanish Theatre
–Sp
3 hours
Selected reading and analysis of outstanding Peninsular theatre
from Benavente, García Lorca, and other post-Civil War period
dramatists.
Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic
Literature; permission of instructor
. (even years)
SPAN-4760 Advanced Medical Spanish
2 hours
Study of Spanish medical terminology and cross-cultural
concepts essential for effective communication with Latino patients
and their families in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisite:
SPAN-2760 Spanish for Professionals.
(even years)
SPAN-4770
1 hour
Spanish Clinical Experience for Health
Care Personnel
–Fa, Sp
A practical experience in which students minoring in Spanish
for Healthcare Personnel assist healthcare professionals in
clinical settings as they interact with Latino patients or clients.
Prerequisite: SPAN-4760 Advanced Medical Spanish.
Department of History and Government
Course Descriptions
Anthropology (ANTH)
ANTH-1800 Cultural Anthropology
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
Analysis of the concept and its importance for the study of man;
an examination of various cultures of the world as they relate to
technological, economic, social, political, and religious aspects of
these cultures.
ANTH-4940
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Anthropology
Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students
may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general
information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent
study provides a logical way to complete required hours not
obtained in normal sequencing.
Prerequisite: permission of the
instructor.
Criminal Justice (CRJU)
CRJU-1310 Introduction to Criminal Justice
–Fa
3 hours
Introduction to the discipline and institutions of criminal justice
in the United States. Law enforcement, the courts, and corrections
will be recognized as a system with interacting and interdependent
institutions. An understanding and comprehensive view of the
formal criminal justice system is essential. (Fee: $60)
CRJU-1350
1 hour
Career Planning for the Criminal Justice Professional
–Sp
The course is designed to provide an understanding of how
to select the right major as a student and how to identify your
professional career aspiration. Understanding one’s unique skill
set, interest, and God’s will is paramount to identifying the correct
vocation to select. This course will utilize two personal assessment
instruments to help students better understand their personal
profile in relationship to professional opportunities. Students will
learn the fundamentals of how to develop and implement a career
plan.
Prerequisite: CRJU-1310 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
(Fee: $60)
CRJU-2200 Criminology
–Fa
3 hours
Introduction to the major criminological perspectives regarding
crime causation. Selected notorious crimes are considered as
case studies to enhance understanding of each perspective.
Crosslisted as CRJU or SOC.
CRJU-2310 Juvenile Delinquency
–Fa
3 hours
Study and assessment of causal theory and problems of
correction and prevention of delinquency. Crosslisted as CRJU or
SOC (Fee: $15)
CRJU-2840
Concepts of Chemical Dependency
–Fa, Sp, Su
3 hours
Designed to investigate the concept of chemical dependency.
Course emphasis is on the various drugs of abuse and methods
of assessment, intervention, and treatment. Crosslisted as CRJU,
PYCH, SOC, or SWK.
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HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT