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• SPAN 321: Spa Conv Comp II

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Develops students' understanding of everyday life, customs, and social issues in Spain and Latin America. Speaking and listening comprehension exercises in Spanish are supplemented by current primary sources in a communicative context. Anticipated proficiency upon successful completion of the course is the Intermediate-High sublevel (based upon the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages). Prerequisite:    SPAN203 OR SPA203 OR SPA204 OR SPA2201 OR SPA2202 OR SPAN204 OR SPN201 OR SPN202
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• SPAN 330: Short Story

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Acquaints students with the short story as an expression of culture by Spanish, Spanish American and U.S. Latino authors; sensitizes students to cultural values in the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite:    SPAN230 OR SPAN240
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• SPAN 340: Transl & Interpret

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents the fundamental theories as tools to confront the most significant practical problems that may arise in specialized translation and interpretation. The theories will focus on the acquisition of the fundamentals on translation/interpretation theory to facilitate the comprehension of multidisciplinary translation/interpretation and the variety of theoretical approaches. Students engage in group translation/interpretation activities; read texts critically; develop the basic necessary skills to translate texts in professional contexts.
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• SPAN 346: Engl>Span Trans

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the fundamental principles of translation and interpretation theory and practice from English into Spanish. Students learn to apply translation/interpretation techniques and strategies to resolve language-specific translation/interpretation problems, while practicing the translation of longer texts in a variety of categories that may include literature, healthcare, and the law. Proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
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• SPAN 347: Span>Engl Trans

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the fundamental principles of translation and interpretation theory and practice from Spanish to English. Students learn to apply translation/interpretation techniques and strategies to resolve language-specific translation/interpretation problems, while practicing the translation of longer texts in a variety of categories that may include literature, healthcare, and the law. Proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
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• SPAN 380: Spanish Spec Topic

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides focused examination of selected literary, political, historical, and cultural topics related to Spain and Spanish speaking countries. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in Spain and Spanish speaking countries are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions. Prerequisite:    SPAN204 OR SPA204 OR SPA2202 OR SPN202
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• SPAN 393: Independent Study

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides focused examination of selected topics related to Spain and Spanish speaking countries. The course?s reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in Spain and Spanish speaking countries are aimed at deepening students? knowledge of the regions.
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• SPAN 398: Internship

  3.00 - 9.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides opportunities for students to apply the theory learned in the classroom to situations occurring in the workplace. Careful planning with the department's internship coordinator enables the students to schedule these experiences to complement their academic program. Participation in the university's internship adds an important dimension to student's educational experience and future career plans. Prerequisite:    SPAN203 OR SPAN204
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• SPAN 431: Survey of Spanish Literature

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to important periods, genres, literary movements, and authors from the Spanish Middle Ages through the Twentieth century. As an introduction to Spanish poetry, essay, theatrical works, and novels this course is designed to give students a sense of what constitutes literature as well as a capacity for analyzing texts, discussing themes and ideas, and improving reading and writing skills. Prerequisite:    SPAN203 OR SPAN204
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• SPAN 432: Spanish American Lit

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to important periods, genres, literary movements, and authors from the Spanish American Colonial Times through the Twentieth century. As an introduction to Spanish American poetry, essay, theatrical works, and novels this course is designed to give students a sense of what constitutes literature as well as a capacity for analyzing texts, discussing themes and ideas, and improving reading and writing skills. Prerequisite:    SPAN203 OR SPAN204
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