STCC Course Descriptions for Foreign Languages

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CHIN-125 - ELEMENTARY CHINESE 1  3 credits
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous background in Mandarin. Correct pronunciation, tones, and grammar within the context of modern spoken Mandarin, the national language of China and Taiwan, will be stressed through lecture format. Recognizing and writing Chinese characters will be emphasized. English grammar will be used as a basis for learning Chinese grammar. Various aspects of Chinese history and culture, as they influence use of the modern language, will also be introduced. PREREQUISITE: Placement at ENGL-100 or its equivalent or permission of the instructor.
CHIN-225 - ELEMENTARY CHINESE 2  3 credits
This course is a continuation of Elementary Chinese 1. Pronunciation, tones, reading and grammar will be stressed along with continued development of basic oral and written communication in Mandarin. Chinese history and culture are further explored. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of CHIN-125 with a grade C or higher, its equivalent at another college/university, one year of high school Chinese and/or or permission of the instructor.
CHIN-325 - INTERMEDIATE CHINESE 1  3 credits
In this course, students review and continue to develop grammar formations introduced in Elementary Chinese 1 (CHIN-125) and Elementary Chinese 2 (CHIN-225). Vocabulary around various daily activities is expanded. Writing more complex sentences, paragraphs, original notes, short letters, and compositions using Chinese characters is stressed along with continued development of spoken Chinese (Mandarin) and listening comprehension skills. Aspects of the influences of Chinese culture worldwide are further explored through web-based activities, lecture, discussions, and oral and written reports. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Elementary Chinese 2, (CHIN-225), with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, two years of high school Chinese and/or placement at CHIN-325, or permission of instructor.
CHIN-425 - INTERMEDIATE CHINESE 2  3 credits
Students continue to expand the various aspects of verbs in the present, past, and future and improve their sentence, paragraph, and composition writing skills using Chinese characters with the new grammar skills learned in the class. Continued study of clear pronunciation and correct tones in more lengthy and complex conversations and presentation will be stressed. Through selected reading and research, students continue to expand their knowledge of Chinese cultural and social conventions and concepts. Classes are conducted in Chinese. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Intermediate Chinese 1, (CHIN-325), with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, two years of high school Chinese and/or placement at CHIN-425, or permission of instructor.
FREN-124 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH 1  3 credits
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous background in French. Students are introduced to the French alphabet, diacritical marks, and phonics system. Basic grammar, vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and writing are also introduced. Basic listening comprehension skills and conversational skills are developed. The class is conducted in French as much as possible. PREREQUISITE: Placement at ENGL-100 or permission of the instructor.
FREN-224 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH 2  3 credits
This course is a continuation of FREN-124, students build on grammar skills i.e. present, past, and future tenses of verbs, expand vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing paragraphs and short compositions. Short stories and poetry are covered in class. Students expand their listening and speaking skills. The class in conducted mostly in French. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of FREN-124 with a C or higher, its equivalent at another college/university, one year of high school French and/or placement in FREN-224, or permission of instructor.
FREN-324 - INTERMEDIATE FRENCH 1  3 credits
This course is designed to maintain and improve French language skills for those with a basic knowledge of the language. Students will continue to progress in grammar, pronunciation, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students will also continue to study the culture and customs of people in Francophone countries. The class is conducted mostly in French. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of FREN-224 with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college/university, two years of high school French and/or placement at FREN-324, or permission of instructor.
FREN-424 - INTERMEDIATE FRENCH 2  3 credits
This course is a continuation of FREN-324. Emphasis is placed on oral and written expression of the language. A variety of modern reading selections representing writers from Francophone regions worldwide will be assigned and discussed in class during the semester. Review of grammar from previous semesters and introduction to some new grammar are presented. Classes are conducted in French. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of FREN-324 with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college/university, three years of high school French and/or placement at FREN-424, or permission of instructor.
ITAL-127 - ELEMENTARY ITALIAN 1  3 credits
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous background in Italian. Correct pronunciation of Italian sounds, basic listening comprehension and speaking exercises along with basic grammar, vocabulary, reading, reading comprehension and writing of simple sentences and a short paragraph are introduced in this course through lecture and multimedia format. The history, customs, traditions and culture of Italy will also be explored. PREREQUISITE: Placement at ENGL-100 or its equivalent or permission of the instructor.
ITAL-227 - ELEMENTARY ITALIAN 2  3 credits
This is a continuation of Elementary Italian 1. Grammar, reading, writing a short essay in Italian and continued development of listening and speaking skills are emphasized. Italian culture is further explored and use of electronic messaging with native Italian speakers is an integral part of the course. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of ITAL-127 with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college/university, one year of high school Italian and/or placement at ITAL-227, or permission of the instructor.
ITAL-327 - INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN 1  3 credits
Students review and continue to develop grammar structures introduced in Elementary Italian 1 and 2. Vocabulary, reading comprehension of more advanced selections, listening comprehension and conversational skills are expanded in this course through lecture, classroom discussions and multimedia format. Writing paragraphs and compositions using grammar introduced in the class, proper sentence structure, and time expression is covered in class. Students will research various topics and present reports to the class on various cultural themes. Classes are conducted in Italian. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Elementary Italian 2 (ITAL-227), with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, two years of high school Italian and/or placement at ITAL-327, or permission of instructor.
ITAL-427 - INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN 2  3 credits
This course is a continuation of Intermediate Italian 1 (ITAL-327). Students will acquire more complex grammar patterns and write essays and compositions using the advanced grammar structures covered in the course. Students will hold longer and more detailed discussions and presentations using clear pronunciation and correct intonation. Greater depth of Italian history and culture and their influences worldwide will be explored through in-class readings, discussions, conversations, and oral and written reports and presentations. Classes are conducted in Italian. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Intermediate Italian 1, (ITAL-327), with a grade of "C" or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, three years of high school Italian and/or placement at ITAL-427, or permission of instructor.
SPAN-121 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH 1  3 credits
This course introduces the student to the basic grammatical structure of the Spanish language, with emphasis on pronunciation and Latin American culture. Intense oral drills review vocabulary used in real life situations and cultural themes connected with the Hispanic world. A contrast between English and Spanish and the use of cognates. Increases comprehension and vocabulary. PREREQUISITES: Placement at ENGL-100 or its equivalent or permission of the instructor.
SPAN-122 - CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH  3 credits    Course Offered Thru SCE Only
The focus of this course is on speaking and understanding the contemporary idiomatic patterns of the native speaker. Special attention is given to pronunciation and simple conversational patterns. Contemporary themes are emphasized, giving police, fire, and medical personnel, as well as other interested groups, the ability to express themselves in Spanish. PREREQUISITE: SPAN-121
SPAN-123 - CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH-MEDICAL PERSONNEL  3 credits    Course Offered Thru SCE Only
The focus of this course is on phrases and conversational phrases that will be useful to medical and emergency personnel. This course will assist medical personnel, police, fire and other emergency personnel in speaking and understanding Spanish phrases in certain situations. Simple conversational patterns and pronunciations that will assist medical and emergency personnel understand and converse with Spanish speaking persons will be emphasized.
SPAN-221 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH 2  3 credits
This is a continuation of Elementary Spanish 1, with emphasis on the four basic skills necessary for the mastery of a foreign language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. More sophisticated grammatical and linguistic concepts are introduced and discussed, using the Spanish language as a tool for communication. Students gain knowledge of the contemporary thought of Hispanics in the United States and in the Hispanic world. Intense oral drills and practical vocabulary. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Elementary Spanish 1 (SPAN-121) with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, one year of high school Spanish and/or placement at SPAN-221, or permission of the instructor.
SPAN-321 - INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 1  3 credits
A review of grammar will be given in this course; oral drills and conversation receive special attention. The reading skills and basic writing are further developed. Spanish culture is emphasized. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Elementary Spanish 2 (SPAN-221) with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, one year of high school Spanish and/or placement at SPAN-321, or permission of the instructor.
SPAN-421 - INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 2  3 credits
This course is a continuation of Intermediate Spanish 1 (SPAN-321). Further study of more complex grammar formations and verb tenses is covered in this course. Students will be expected to read more advanced selections and be prepared to discuss them in greater detail and complexity. Students will be expected to write more lengthy and complex essays, compositions, and reports using the new grammar learned in the class. Classes are conducted in Spanish. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Intermediate Spanish 1, (SPAN-321), with a grade of C or higher, its equivalent at another college or university, three years of high school Spanish and/or placement at SPAN-421, or permission of instructor.