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101 BEGINNING ARMENIAN I
5.0 UnitsARMEN 101 covers the Armenian alphabet, its letters and their sounds, and the fundamentals of Armenian grammar. Students are taught to pronounce correctly, to acquire a practical vocabulary, and to understand, read, write, and speak simple Armenian. Basic knowledge of the Armenian Culture is presented.
Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ARMEN 115, 116 or 117. Students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Armenian was the language of instruction should enroll in ARMEN 115. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Course
Typically Offered: Fall/Spring/Summer.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
102 BEGINNING ARMENIAN II
5.0 UnitsARMEN 102 continues the development of fundamental language skills, including comprehension, reading, listening, and more advanced writing skills. The student continues to acquire a practical vocabulary for speaking everyday Armenian. Students read simple texts in poetry and prose that are culturally significant.
Note: This class may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ARMEN 115, 116 or 117. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
115 ARMENIAN FOR THE ARMENIAN SPEAKING I
5.0 UnitsARMEN 115 provides intensive training in oral and written Armenian for students who already have a familiarity with the language but little and/or no formal instruction in it. Students study the structure of the Armenian language, basic grammar, spelling rules, vocabulary, composition, and oral communication. Students read and discuss literary works in Armenian that are culturally significant.
Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ARMEN 101 or 102. Students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Armenian was the language of instruction should enroll in ARMEN 115. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Winter/Spring/Summer/ Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
- 116 ARMENIAN FOR THE ARMENIAN SPEAKING II
5.0 Units
ARMEN 116 continues to emphasize reading comprehension, composition, oral communication, spelling rules, intensive vocabulary, and a more advanced study of the structure of the Armenian language. Students read and discuss literary works that are culturally significant in Armenian.
Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ARMEN 101 or 102. Students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Armenian was the language of instruction should enroll in ARMEN 115, 116 or 117, depending on their level. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 115 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
ARMENIAN FOR THE ARMENIAN SPEAKING III
5.0 UnitsARMEN 117 emphasizes critical thinking and writing skills using Armenian literature. Students read complete works of fiction and non-fiction, determine what questions those works raise, and discuss and write about their understanding of the texts which provide advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures. Students work to eliminate weaknesses in grammar. Emphasis is placed upon syntax, sentence structure, and idiomatic usage. Writing forms and strategies are taught within the contexts of contemporary ideas and cultural diversity as reflected in selected readings. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 102 or 116 or equivalent
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
125 ANCIENT AND MEDIEVAL ARMENIAN LITERATURE
3.0 UnitsARMEN 125 provides students with a basic knowledge of Armenian literature and culture from the 5th to the 19th century. Topics covered include the characteristics and evolution of the Armenian language, an overview of Armenian mythology, and ancient and medieval literature. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
126 ARMENIAN LITERATURE IN THE ENLIGHTENMENT ERA
3.0 UnitsARMEN 126 provides students with a basic knowledge of Armenian literature from the early 19th century to the early 20th century. Topics covered include the impact of the European Enlightenment on Armenian literature, culture, secularism, and language reform in the mid 19th century. Emphasis is placed upon literary movements such as classicism and romanticism, as well as realism and critical realism in late 19th century Armenian literature. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent
Course Typically Offered: Fall only.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
127 20TH AND 21ST CENTURY ARMENIAN LITERATURE
3.0 UnitsARMEN 127 provides students with a basic knowledge of Armenian literature from the early 1900s to contemporary authors. Topics covered include the revolutionary poems of the 1920s in Soviet Armenia, the “literature of nostalgia” of the post-genocide Armenian Diaspora, literary hardship and stagnation in Stalinist-era Armenian literature, the stable period of post-Stalinist Armenia, and contemporary literature in both Armenia and the Armenian Diaspora. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent
Course Typically Offered: Spring only.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
Chinese
101 BEGINNING CHINESE I
5.0 UnitsCHIN 101 presents the fundamentals of Chinese grammar within a cultural context. Students are trained to pronounce Chinese (Mandarin) correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and phonetic transcription, and to read and write approximately 150 Chinese characters.
Note: This course is not intended for students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Mandarin Chinese was the language of instruction. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
102 BEGINNING CHINESE II
5.0 UnitsCHIN 102 continues to present the fundamentals of Chinese grammar within a cultural context. Students are further trained to pronounce Chinese (Mandarin) correctly, to build their conversational and written vocabulary, and to read and write approximately 150 more Chinese characters. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: CHIN 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
French
101 BEGINNING FRENCH I
5.0 UnitsFREN 101 presents the fundamentals of French grammar. The students are guided to pronounce correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and writing and to learn to read simple French.
Note: This class is not intended for students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where French was the language of instruction. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
102 BEGINNING FRENCH II
5.0 UnitsFREN 102 is a continuation of the study of French grammar fundamentals. Students continue developing correct pronunciation and analyze more difficult elementary texts. The emphasis is on oral expression as students learn correct use of verbs and idioms and incorporate efficient methods of vocabulary building. There is also more in-depth study of French culture. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: FREN 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
103 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I
5.0 UnitsFREN 103 focuses on the continued development of the language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing through the study of the French and Francophone cultures. Students are introduced to simple poems, literary texts, cinema, and music. Knowledge is gained about French and Francophone contemporary society and culture. An intermediate level of fluency in the language is expected. This course is taught in French. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: FREN 102 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
104 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II
5.0 UnitsFREN 104 reviews the fundamentals of French grammar. It continues to stress correct diction and efficient methods of vocabulary building. Students read intermediate French prose of increasing difficulty and engage in conversation and composition, with an emphasis on critical thinking. Students discover aspects of French culture and compare them to their own cultures using the French language. This course is taught in French. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: FREN 103 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
Italian
101 BEGINNING ITALIAN I
5.0 UnitsITAL 101 teaches the fundamentals of Italian grammar. Students are trained to pronounce Italian correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and writing, and to read simple Italian.
Note: This course is not intended for students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Italian was the language of instruction. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Winter/ Spring/Summer/Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
102 BEGINNING ITALIAN II
5.0 UnitsITAL 102 is a continuation of Italian 101 and completes the elementary grammar. It includes the reading of simplified texts with emphasis on oral expressions, and further study of Italian history and culture. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ITAL 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
103 INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN I
5.0 UnitsITAL 103 includes further study of Italian grammar. The purpose of the course is to train students in reading comprehension of intermediate prose with stress on documentary aspects of Italian life, character analysis, and the study of ideas. Oral and written discussions are stressed. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ITAL 102 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
104 INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN II
5.0 UnitsITAL 104 completes the review of the fundamentals of grammar. The purpose of the course is to train students in reading intermediate prose of increasing diffi culty with stress on the study of ideas. The training also includes oral discussion and written exposition. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: ITAL 103 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
130 ITALIAN CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION THROUGH CINEMA
3.0 UnitsITAL 130 analyzes the social, economic, religious and political evolution of Italian culture as seen through Italian cinema from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 101.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
Japanese
101 BEGINNING JAPANESE I
5.0 UnitsJAPAN 101 presents the fundamentals of Japanese grammar within a cultural context. The students are trained to pronounce correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary for conversation and writing, and to read and write hiragana, katakana, and some kanji (native Japanese alphabets).
Note: This course is not intended for students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Japanese was the language of instruction. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Winter/ Spring/Summer/Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
102 BEGINNING JAPANESE II
5.0 UnitsJAPAN 102 students continue to learn the fundamentals of Japanese grammar within a cultural context. Students receive further training in correct pronunciation and continue to learn kanji (Chinese characters). Students also continue practicing hiragana and katakana. Discussions in Japanese stress verb forms and vocabulary building. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: JAPAN 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
103 INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE I
5.0 UnitsJAPAN 103 continues the study of Japanese grammar and vocabulary and begins the study of short narrative writings. Conversational fluency, composition writing and familiarity with Japanese culture are emphasized in this course. Emphasis is placed on the customs, culture, and institutions of the Japanese people. Students continue developing their skills using hiragana and katakana and learn 100 new kanji. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: JAPAN 102 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
104 INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II
5.0 UnitsJAPAN 104 completes the study of Japanese grammar and continues the study of short narrative writings. Conversational fluency, vocabulary building, composition writing and increased familiarity with Japanese culture are emphasized in this course. Emphasis is placed on the customs, culture, and institutions of the Japanese people. Students continue developing their skills using hiragana and katakana and learn 250 new kanji. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: JAPAN 103 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
Korean
101 BEGINNING KOREAN I
5.0 UnitsKOREA 101 presents the fundamentals of Korean grammar within a cultural context. Students are trained to pronounce Korean correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and writing, and to read and write in the native Korean alphabet. Note: This course is not intended for students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Korean was the language of instruction. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC
102 BEGINNING KOREAN II
5.0 UnitsKOREA 102 continues to present the fundamentals of Korean grammar. Students are trained to pronounce Korean correctly, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and writing, and to read and write in the native Korean alphabet. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: KOREA 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
Spanish
101 BEGINNING SPANISH I
5.0 UnitsSPAN 101 teaches the fundamentals of Spanish grammar in a cultural context. Students are trained to utilize correct pronunciation in Spanish, to acquire a small working vocabulary which they use in conversation and writing, and to read simple Spanish. The class is taught primarily in Spanish.
Note: Students with oral proficiency or who have attended schools where Spanish was the language of instruction should enroll in SPAN 115. Lecture 5 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151.
Course Typically Offered: Winter/ Spring/Summer/Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID SPAN 100)
102 BEGINNING SPANISH II
5.0 UnitsSPAN 102 continues the work begun in Spanish 101, presenting the fundamentals of Spanish grammar in a cultural context. It emphasizes correct pronunciation and presents more difficult elementary prose. The discussions in Spanish stress the correct use of verbs and idioms and efficient methods of vocabulary building. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID SPAN 110)
103 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I
5.0 UnitsSPAN 103 teaches culture and facilitates language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Content is expanded beyond “survival” needs in order to express opinions on familiar topics as well as abstract issues. Students demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms and values by making cross-cultural comparisons. A higher level of accuracy for high frequency structures and vocabulary is expected. Students demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and literary works. This course is taught in Spanish. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 the equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID SPAN 200)
104 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II
5.0 UnitsSPAN 104 continues to expand upon culture and facilitate language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Content continues to expand in order to express more complex ideas as well as some abstract issues and plans. Students continue to demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms and values by reflecting on and making cross-cultural comparisons. This course is taught in Spanish. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: SPAN 103 or SPAN 115 or equivalent
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID SPAN 210)
115 SPANISH FOR THE SPANISH SPEAKING I
5.0 UnitsSPAN 115 is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and the cultural heritage and knowledge of these students. Structure of the language, oral and written communication, fundamentals of grammar, and composition are included. The course increases awareness of linguistic registers, introduces a more advanced vocabulary beyond the familiar routine and develops an appreciation for Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish speaking countries and in the United States. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Note: Heritage and native speakers of Spanish that wish to enroll and do not meet the prerequisite may contact the Language Arts Division to have the prerequisite waived. Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID SPAN 220)
124H HONORS ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS OF MASTERPIECES OF HISPANIC LITERATURE
3.0 UnitsSPAN 124H is the study of a selected representation of major works of literature of Spain and Spanish America in English translation. Students study the various literary movements to which the works pertain along with the selected literature. Special attention is given to Nobel Prize winning authors in literature from both Spain and Spanish America. No knowledge of Spanish is necessary. The honors class is enhanced in one or more of the following ways: 1. Students write a research paper utilizing critical thinking skills and literary analysis on an approved thesis using the MLA guidelines. 2. There is an increased emphasis on critical thinking skills by increasing the value of essay answers on examinations. 3. Students attend a theatrical presentation of one of the dramas studied and/or attend literary conferences hosted by nearby 4-year institutions. Lecture 3 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 101.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
131 CULTURAL AWARENESS THROUGH CONVERSATION
3.0 UnitsSPAN 131 is a course of intensive practice for improving oral communicative skills in the Spanish language while exploring culturally significant topics in the Spanish-speaking world. By means of a variety of media such as short films, comic strips, and readings in different genres by important literary figures, students participate in conversational tertulias as they review and practice the use of grammatically correct constructions, expand their vocabulary to enable them to express their opinions, and develop their socio-cultural awareness. Class is conducted primarily in Spanish. This course is an ideal complement for SPAN 103 or SPAN 104. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.