Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 1  Elementary Spanish

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 72   

Conversing, reading, and writing in Spanish at the elementary level. Includes essentials of pronunciation, vocabulary, idioms, and grammatical structures along with an introduction to Hispanic culture.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422524SPAN:1MW7:30am - 9:35amD. Trujillo Aparicio66-248
Fall 202422526SPAN:1MW9:45am - 11:50amD. Trujillo Aparicio66-267
Fall 202422529SPAN:1MW2:15pm - 4:20pmA. Reyes66-248
Fall 202422538SPAN:1MW4:30pm - 6:35pmF. Gambini77-1045
Fall 202422539SPAN:1MW9:45am - 11:50amA. HernandezNotEntered-XXXX
Fall 202422540SPAN:1MW12:00pm - 2:05pmM. Vargas66-267
Fall 202422541SPAN:1TR7:30am - 9:35amA. Fuentes66-248
Fall 202422543SPAN:1TR9:45am - 11:50amA. Fuentes66-248
Fall 202422545SPAN:1TR9:45am - 11:50amB. Zuccarini66-267
Fall 202422548SPAN:1TR12:00pm - 2:05pmB. Zuccarini66-267
Fall 202422555SPAN:1TR2:15pm - 4:20pmK. Kemp66-248
Fall 202422557SPAN:1TR4:30pm - 6:35pmK. Kemp66-248

SPAN 1S  Spanish for the Spanish Speaking

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SPAN 100)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 72   

Formerly SPAN 11
Provides Spanish-speaking students opportunity to improve skills in standard Spanish grammar and vocabulary and to broaden their understanding of Hispanic cultures. Focuses on developing vocabulary, improving orthography, and the use of grammatical structures, both oral and written. Class instruction conducted in Spanish.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422650SPAN:1SMW9:45am - 11:50amL. Sanchez77-1045
Fall 202422651SPAN:1SMW12:00pm - 2:05pmL. Sanchez77-1045
Fall 202422653SPAN:1STR4:30pm - 6:35pmF. GambiniNotEntered-XXXX
Fall 202422655SPAN:1STR12:00pm - 2:05pmV. Hernandez ManceraNotEntered-XXXX
Fall 202424475SPAN:1SR11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTR11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTR11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTR11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF11:30am - 12:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:10pm - 1:00pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:10pm - 1:00pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS

SPAN 2  Continuing Elementary Spanish

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SPAN 110)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 72   
Prerequisite: SPAN 1

Further development of conversational, reading, and writing skills in Spanish with special emphasis on verbs, grammar, and expansion of vocabulary. Further study of Hispanic culture.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422674SPAN:2MW9:45am - 11:50amA. Reyes66-248

SPAN 2S  Continuing Spanish for the Spanish Speaking

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SPAN 110)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 72   
Prerequisite: SPAN 1S or SPAN 11 or equivalent

Formerly SPAN 12
Provides continuing intermediate Spanish-speaking students with previous formal study of Spanish with further development and improvement of skills in standard Spanish and a broader understanding of Hispanic cultures. Culturally-based topics are the focus of readings and class discussions. Class instruction conducted in Spanish.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422685SPAN:2STR9:45am - 11:50amV. Hernandez Mancera26D-3471

SPAN 3  Intermediate Spanish

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72   
Prerequisite: SPAN 2

Further development of communicative proficiency in Spanish. Further study and review of grammar. Increasing emphasis on reading and writing as tools in exploring Hispanic civilization.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422688SPAN:3MW9:45am - 11:50amD. Trujillo AparicioNotEntered-XXXX

SPAN 4  Continuing Intermediate Spanish

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: SPAN 210)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72   
Prerequisite: SPAN 3

Increased proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Review of grammar, increased vocabulary building. Readings and discussions on Hispanic cultural topics. Introduction to Hispanic literature.

SPAN 30  Spanish Composition: Exploring U.S. Latino Topics

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: SPAN 3 or SPAN 2S or Instructor Approval

Develop and practice written standard Spanish. Attention is paid to using appropriate vocabulary, syntactical structures, and stylistic patterns. Emphasis on effective and nuanced written communication based on current US-Latino issues and other relevant topics.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202423287SPAN:30MW1:15pm - 2:40pmA. HernandezNotEntered-XXXX

SPAN 50  Spanish of the Barrio: A Socio-linguistic Perspective

3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   
Advisory: Ability to understand basic conversational Spanish

Study of the variation of Spanish spoken in communities in Los Angeles. Takes into account the historical development of the dialect and its socio-linguistic implications, particularly in regards to Chicano and Mexican-American identity. The course draws examples from well-known literary works, plays, movies, and music.

SPAN 53  Conversational Spanish

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: SPAN 2 or equivalent

Development of intermediate Spanish conversational skills. Emphasis on collaborative activities and practical use of the language. Extensive exposure to Hispanic culture. Grammar is presented in context.

SPAN 54  Continuing Conversational Spanish

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: SPAN 53

Development of advanced Spanish conversational skills. Emphasis on collaborative activities and practical use of the language. Extensive exposure to Hispanic culture. Grammar is presented in context.

SPAN 60  Latin American Culture Through Cinema

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   

Introductory study of Latin American culture through film from the 20th Century to the present. The course will explore history, literature, art, music, geography, culture, customs, and traditions of Latin America through film. Lectures and class discussions conducted in English. All films with English subtitles.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202422692SPAN:60M6:30pm - 9:45pmF. GambiniNotEntered-XXXX
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