Gwynedd Mercy University AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
SPA-101 Basic Spanish I ( 3 ) This beginning course introduces the Spanish language . The four basic skills of listening , speaking , reading , and writing are taught . No prerequisites Prerequisites :
SPA-102 Basic Spanish II ( 3 ) This continues to build upon the basic foundations established in SPA 101 . A more in-depth study of the grammatical structures and how they function in the language is emphasized . Prerequisites : SPA-101 ( Required , Previous ).
SPA-205 Intermediate Spanish I ( 3 ) This is an intermediate Spanish course designed for students with basic knowledge of the Spanish language ; for those that have completed SPA101 and SPA102 ( or its equivalent ). It focuses on the development of the four basic language skills : listening , speaking , reading and writing . Prerequisites : SPA-101 , SPA-102 ( Required , Previous ).
SPA-206 Intermediate Spanish II ( 3 ) This is the second half of an intermediate Spanish course designed for students with beginning intermediate knowledge of the Spanish language and who have completed SPA101 , SPA102 , and SPA205 ( or their equivalents ). It focuses on the development of the four basic language skills : listening , speaking , reading and writing with a focus on expressing one ' s views and opinions . The purpose of this course is to continue to develop the ability to communicate in Spanish with ease and proficiency , and to learn about and appreciate Hispanic cultures . Spanish will be the primary language of instruction though English may also be used on limited occasion as deemed appropriate by the instructor . The major course objective is to prepare students for increased proficiency in Spanish communication . Prerequisites : SPA-101 , SPA-102 , SPA-205 ( Required , Previous ).
SPA-210 Spanish for Health Personnel I ( 3 ) This course emphasizes basic communication necessary for medical personnel . Listening , speaking and pronunciation skills will be the primary concern . Topics to be covered include : the human body , foods , illnesses , patient ' s medical and personal background , and useful expressions . Students must have a command of basic Spanish to take this course . Prerequisites :
SPA-299 Selected Topics in Spanish ( 3 ) This course emphasizes basic communication necessary for medical personnel . Listening , speaking and pronunciation skills will be the primary concern . Topics to be covered include : the human body , foods , illnesses , patient ' s medical and personal background , and useful expressions . Students must have a command of basic Spanish to take this course . Prerequisites :
SPA-400 Advanced Spanish ( 3 ) This is an advanced Spanish course designed for students with intermediate knowledge of the Spanish language and who have completed SPA101 , SPA102 , SPA205 , and SPA206 ( or their equivalents ). It focuses on the development of the four basic language skills : listening , speaking , reading and writing
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