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HUFS 395 - Spanish for Communications Professions Credits 3 This course will focus on the aspects of the Spanish language that are specific to the communications professions, as well as the social and cultural issues that one might encounter when working within Hispanic communities, local and global. Through experiential learning, readings, discussions and fieldwork, students will develop socio-cultural understanding and communicative competence in the target language. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 230 or HUFS 290. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 396 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics Credits 3 This is an introductory course to the field of Hispanic linguistics which explores basic terminologies, methods and theories associated with the field. The course will establish a foundation for future field work and introduce students to the practical application of linguistic knowledge. This course will be a prerequisite to advanced linguistics courses within the department. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 220 or HUFS 230 or HUFS 290. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 400 - Survey of Hispanic Literature in Translation Credits 3 Specialized studies of global literatures focusing on authors, regions, periods, and/or movements from literary traditions of the Spanish-
HUFS 433 - Seminar in Hispanic Linguistics Credits 3 This is an upper-level course in the field of Hispanic linguistics which will build on the foundations of linguistic knowledge students gained in the introductory course. Students will explore more deeply topics in the broader field of Hispanic linguistics. This course may include topics such as sociolinguistics, applied linguistics, and contrastive analysis, the interface of culture and language, and dialectology, and other important areas in Hispanic linguistics. This course will require field work or other practical application. Note(s): May be taken twice for credit with varying topics. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 396. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 445 - Teaching Spanish: CSET Preparation Credit 1 This course will focus on a review of the content learned within the program in the areas of linguistic theory and application, culture and literature, and language and communication as a means of adequately preparing for the CSET Exam (CA Subject Examination for Teachers). Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 450 - Faith, Life and Culture in Latin America Credits 3 Historical examination of the Latin American Catholic church and its particular expressions of faith, practice, and role in the life of the people and society. Study of the impact of Protestantism over the past century. Some attention to non-Christian groups and practices. Field work required. Note(s): Service Learning Course. Students desiring to enroll in Spanish are strongly advised to do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 410, HUFS 420, or HUFS 430. Placement in Spanish classes will be based on a mandatory department assessment. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 460 - Studies in Spanish American Culture Credits 3 This course seeks to help the student synthesize an understanding of the cultures of Latin America. Both unconscious and conscious levels of culture will be examined, as well as the impact of social class on culture. Attention also will be given to the fine arts as expressions of culture. Note(s): Students desiring to enroll in Spanish are strongly advised to do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 290; HUFS 322 or HUFS 330. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 471 - Teaching Assistant Practicum Credit 1 This practicum and associated training will provide opportunities for third and fourth year students to participate in a variety of professional functions, such as working with small groups of lower-division students, researching and developing instructional materials. Note(s): Special approval required. May be taken in conjunction with the HUFS 480 and either HUFS 475 or HUFS 490 as 3 credits towards the 400-level elective requirement. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 475 - Directed Research Credits 1-3 Hispanic language or literature determined in consultation with the instructor. May be taken multiple times for credit for a maximum of three credits. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 322 or HUFS 330. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
speaking world. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 366.
Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 410 - Spanish American Literature Credits 3 Selected readings from recognized Latin American writers. Emphasis on developing a high level of reading and speaking proficiency covering all genres. Culture, history and social structures will become central issues for discussion as students learn to understand another culture through its literature. Note(s): Students desiring to enroll in Spanish are strongly advised to do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 366. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 420 - Spanish Literature Credits 3 Representative readings from recognized Peninsular writers, with emphasis on developing a high level of proficiency in reading, writing and speaking. Culture, history and social structures will become central issues for discussion as students learn another culture through its literature. Note(s): Students desiring to enroll in Spanish are strongly advised to do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 366. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. HUFS 430 - Spanish American Literature Since 1950 Credits 3 Readings of selected literature of 1950 to the present, with a focus on literary development and on understanding the issues and evolving thinking of Latin Americans as they are reflected in the selections. Development of a Christian response. Note(s): Students desiring to enroll in Spanish are strongly advised to do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: HUFS 366. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
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