An introductory course to the Spanish language and the cultures of its speakers. This course is designed for students with very little or no knowledge of Spanish. The purpose of the course is to facilitate the practical application of the language in everyday oral and written communication at the beginning novice level. Since the focus will be on basic communication skills, the class will be conducted in Spanish, as much as possible. While becoming familiar with the Spanish speaking world, students will learn structures that will enable them to communicate in Spanish in everyday contexts. (C-ID SPAN 100) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)

Spanish 121 is the continuation of Spanish 120. The course will continue to develop oral and written skills based on practical everyday needs. (C-ID SPAN 110) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A)

Fundamentals of spoken and written Spanish for the bilingual speaker. This course is designed to help Spanish-speaking students further improve their oral and written communication skills. Emphasis on writing, reading, comprehension, and vocabulary building at intermediate level in a cultural context. Exposure to the diversity within the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. This course is designed to provide the bilingual speaker with the linguistic and learning skills required for successfully completing upper division courses in Spanish. The course will be taught in Spanish. Not open to students with credit in Spanish 220 and 221. (C-ID SPAN 122) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)

This course is designed to help Spanish-speaking students further improve their oral and written communication skills. In addition, it provides the bilingual speaker with the linguistic and learning skills required for successfully completing upper division courses in Spanish. Not open to students with credit in SPAN 221. (C-ID SPAN 230) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A)

A survey of major characteristics of Spanish, Latin American and Chicano/Latino cultures as reflected in literature, the arts, philosophy, and folklore. Topics include lived experiences; traditions; family structure and gender roles; racialization and discrimination; social stratification; social struggles that led to migration; and contributions of Spanish, Latin American, and Chicano cultures in the United States. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B)

A general overview of the cultures of Spain and Latin America while directly providing an opportunity to explore the cultural richness of the Hispanic world through a particular country. The course may be offered as an on-site tour of a selected Hispanic country. (CSU) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2)

Community Service Learning Experience (CSLE) is a community outreach program which promotes the national agenda of volunteer engagement. The purpose of this course is to provide the student an opportunity to practice and use the Spanish language in a community based site and to explore different career options. (CSU) 5 hours work experience per week, 60 unpaid hours or 75 paid hours.

Spanish 220 is the continuation of Spanish 121. The course will continue to develop oral, listening, reading, and writing skills in order to acquire proficiency in Spanish. Not open to students with credit in Spanish 122. (C-ID SPAN 200) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A)

Spanish 221 is the continuation of Spanish 220. The course will continue to develop oral, listening, reading, and writing skills in order to improve proficiency in Spanish. Not open to students with credit in Spanish. (C-ID SPAN 210) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A)

Focuses on intermediate level conversation development with vocabulary building and improvement of speaking proficiency in the context of Spanish speaking culture. Conversations are based on everyday situations and cultural events. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)

Continues to focus and expand on intermediate level conversation development with more complex and varied vocabulary building and improvement of speaking proficiency in the context of Spanish-speaking culture. Conversations are based on current and cultural events. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)