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 202227776SPAN:1MW7:30am - 9:35amM. Boada66-248
Fall 202227777SPAN:1MW9:45am - 11:50amV. Garcia77-1040
Fall 202227779SPAN:1MW2:15pm - 4:20pmA. Reyes77-1040
Fall 202227780SPAN:1MW4:30pm - 6:35pmK. Kemp66-248
Fall 202227782SPAN:1MW7:00pm - 9:05pmK. Kemp66-248
Fall 202227783SPAN:1W12:00pm - 2:05pmF. Gambini77-1045
Fall 202227784SPAN:1W4:30pm - 6:35pmN. Lyon77-1045
Fall 202227785SPAN:1TR7:30am - 9:35amA. Fuentes66-267
Fall 202227786SPAN:1TR9:45am - 11:50amA. Fuentes66-267
Fall 202227787SPAN:1TR9:45am - 11:50amD. Trujillo Aparicio77-1045
Fall 202227788SPAN:1TR12:00pm - 2:05pm26D-2411
Fall 202227789SPAN:1TR12:00pm - 2:05pmE. Vogel26A-2821
Fall 202227795SPAN:1TR12:00pm - 2:05pmD. Trujillo Aparicio77-1070
Fall 202227800SPAN:1TR4:30pm - 6:35pmE. Serrano77-1045
Fall 202229494SPAN:1TR9:40am - 11:50amM. VargasOCAM-MECA
TR9:40am - 11:50amM. VargasOCAM-MECA
Fall 202229495SPAN:1TR12:35pm - 2:45pmM. VargasOCAM-MECA
TR12:35pm - 2:45pmM. VargasOCAM-MECA

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 202227828SPAN:1SMW9:45am - 11:50amL. Sanchez77-1045
Fall 202227829SPAN:1SMW4:30pm - 6:35pmV. Monteon26D-3471
Fall 202227833SPAN:1ST2:15pm - 4:20pmF. Gambini77-1070
Fall 202227836SPAN:1ST4:30pm - 6:35pmF. Gambini77-1070
Fall 202229846SPAN:1SMTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
TRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWR12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWR12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWR12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTWRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
MTRF12:00pm - 12:50pmV. MonteonOCAM-BPHS
W12:30pm - 1:20pmV. 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 202227837SPAN:2MW9:45am - 11:50amNotEntered-XXXX
Fall 202227839SPAN:2MW12:00pm - 2:05pmA. Reyes77-1040
R12:00pm - 2:05pmS. Blynn-Avanosian26A-3670

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 202227843SPAN:2STR12:00pm - 2:05pmP. Baler77-1045

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.

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.

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.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202228656SPAN:54M1:15pm - 2:40pmNotEntered-XXXX

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.

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