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Associate of Arts Degree
Associate Degree requirements must be completed with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) or better.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The main objectives of the program in Spanish are to develop compe- tence in the ability to understand, speak, read, and write Spanish, and to provide through the knowledge of Spanish an understanding and appreciation of the language and culture.
Students are placed in Spanish courses according to their years of pre- vious study. In general, one year of high school Spanish is equated to one semester of Pierce College work. Thus recent high school graduates with one, two, three, or four years of high school Spanish will enroll in Spanish 2, 3, 4, or 5 respectively. Exceptions to this basic placement formula may be made after consultation with the Spanish Faculty. Proficient native speakers should enroll in Spanish 4, 5, or 6. All courses in Spanish, unless specifically stated, are taught in the for- eign language. By the end of the first year, students attain mastery of the basic structure of the language and ability to converse on everyday topics as well as read and write on an elementary level.
In the second year, Spanish 3 and 4, emphasis is put on gradually rais- ing the student’s ability to speak, read, and write. Spanish 27, Cultural Awareness
Through Advanced Conversation, combines with Spanish 4 to increase oral proficiency and prepares a student to live in a foreign country. Spanish 5 and 6 stress composition and analysis and appreciation of many short literary selections, short stories, and films.
The courses taught in English, including Latin American Civilization, Understanding Latin America Through Film, Contemporary Mexican Literature, Great Books of Latin America, Mexican Literature and Culture, The Spanish American Short Story, and Mexican Civilization combine a panoramic overview with a close look at a specific country or topic.
Students are encouraged to participate in programs of study abroad during the summer or semester abroad program.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Spanish is particularly useful in international business or trade, com- munity or social service, and in foreign service. Majoring in Spanish is excellent preparation for graduate and professional study in law, med- icine, government, social welfare, international relations, journalism, or education.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Completing the Associate Degree does not necessarily meet the university-admission requirements for transfer. An Associate Degree is not a requirement for transfer to either the CSU or UC campuses.
Private and out-of-state colleges and universities have unique transfer requirements. However, if you would like to transfer to a university and earn an associate degree, early educational planning can make this goal achievable. You should meet with a counselor early in your studies to develop an Educational Plan that fulfills both transfer requirements and associate degree requirements.
See page 47 of this catalog for more information on transfer requirements and resources.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this program, students will:
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Demonstrate intermediate-level oral proficiency in the Spanish language as defined by the ACTFL guidelines.•
Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in the grammar struc- ture, tense, mood and syntax.•
Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in writing and read- ing comprehension in the Spanish language.•
Demonstrate general knowledge of the social, political, cultural and economic conditions in the countries in which Spanish is spoken. MAJOR - REQUIRED COURSESSUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS
Language Requirement:
Select a minimum of 10 semester units (two courses) from the following:. . . 10
SPANISH 4 Intermediate Spanish II . . . 5
OR
SPANISH 37 Advanced Composition and Conversation For Spanish Speakers . . . 5 SPANISH 5 Advanced Spanish I . . . 5 SPANISH 6 Advanced Spanish II . . . 5
Culture Requirement:
Select a minimum of 6 semester units (two courses) from the following:. . . 6
SPANISH 9 Hispanic Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 10 Latin-American Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 11 Great Books of Spanish Literature . . . 3 SPANISH 12 Contemporary Mexican Literature . . . 3 SPANISH 15 Great Books of Latin America . . . 3 SPANISH 16 Mexican Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 25 Spanish American Short Story in Translation . . . 3 SPANISH 26 Understanding Latin America Through Film . . . 3 SPANISH 27 Cultural Awareness through Advanced Conversation . . . 3 SPANISH 65 Mexican Literature and Culture . . . 3 MAJOR - ELECTIVE COURSES
SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS
Select a minimum of 3 units (one course) from the following:. . . 3
ANTHRO 102 Human Ways of Life: Cultural Anthropology . . . 3 ANTHRO 161 Introduction to Linguistics . . . 3 HISTORY 5 History of the Americas I . . . 3 HISTORY 6 History of the Americas II . . . 3
MAJOR - TOTAL UNITS. . . 19
GENERAL EDUCATION - REQUIRED COURSES
Students must complete one of the following General Education Plans:
PLAN A General Studies general education plan . . . .30 units PLAN B NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS MAJOR
PLAN C CSU GE Breadth Certification Plan . . . .39 units PLAN D IGETC . . . 34-39 units
SPANISH
Associate of Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Associate Degree requirements must be completed with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) or better.
This degree is intended for students transferring to a California State University campus. It is not a requirement for transfer but may give students an admission advantage at some CSU campuses. Not all CSU campuses accept this degree as fulfillment of lower-division major requirements. Students should meet with a counselor to determine if this degree is a good option for them. Information on which CSU campuses accept this degree can be found at http://www.sb1440.org/ PROGRAM INFORMATION
The goal of the Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer Degree (AA-T in Spanish) is to develop competence in the ability to under- stand, speak, read, and write Spanish, and to provide an understanding and appreciation of the Spanish language and the cultures of the Span- ish-speaking world, including the US Latino experience. The Associ- ate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer Degree (AA-T in Spanish) prepares students to continue their education at a California State University campus leading to a baccalaureate degree. Students who complete this degree may enter with junior status to the California State University system, and will be given priority admission to the CSU system.
To complete the degree, students must fulfill the following Associate
Degree for Transfer requirements (pursuant to SB1440):
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Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that areeligible for transfer to a California State University.
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The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum(IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.
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A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.•
Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.”•
A grade of “C” or better (or “P” if the course is taken on a pass/no-pass basis) in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this program, students will:
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Demonstrate intermediate-level oral proficiency in the Spanish language as defined by the ACTFL guidelines.•
Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in the grammar struc- ture, tense, mood and syntax.•
Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in writing and read- ing comprehension in the Spanish language.•
Demonstrate general knowledge of the social, political, cultural and economic conditions in the countries in which Spanish is spoken.MAJOR - REQUIRED COURSES
SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS
SPANISH 1 Elementary Spanish I . . . 5 SPANISH 2 Elementary Spanish II . . . 5
OR
SPANISH 35 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I. . . 5* SPANISH 3 Intermediate Spanish I . . . 5
OR
SPANISH 36 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II . . . 5* SPANISH 4 Intermediate Spanish II . . . 5
Select one course (3-5 semester units) from the following:. . . 3-5
SPANISH 5 Advanced Spanish I . . . 5 SPANISH 6 Advanced Spanish II . . . 5 SPANISH 9 Hispanic Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 10 Latin American Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 26 Understanding Latin America Through Film . . . 3 SPANISH 27 Cultural Awareness Through Advanced Conversation . . . 3 SPANISH 37 Composition and Conversation for Spanish Speakers . . . . 5* SPANISH 65 Mexican Literature and Culture . . . 3 HISTORY 5 History of the Americas I . . . 3 HISTORY 6 History of the Americas II . . . 3
MAJOR - TOTAL UNITS. . . 23-25 (*) Students who speak Spanish at home but have not been schooled in Spanish, should begin the A.A.-T with Spanish 35 and complete the core with Spanish 36 and Spanish 37.
(**) If a student places out of any of the required core course(s) and is not awarded units for that course, the student will need to take additional units to compensate for the course/units required to reach at least 18 total units in the major. Suggested substitutions can be taken from the list of elective courses or from the following list:
RECOMMEDED SUBSTITUTION COURSES**
SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS
SPANISH 11 Great Books of Spanish Literature . . . 3 SPANISH 12 Contemporary Mexican Literature . . . 3 SPANISH 15 Great Books of Latin American Literature. . . 3 SPANISH 16 Mexican Civilization . . . 3 SPANISH 25 Spanish American Short Story in Translation . . . 3 GENERAL EDUCATION - REQUIRED COURSES
Students must complete one of the following General Education Plans:
PLAN A NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS MAJOR PLAN B NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS MAJOR
PLAN C CSU GE Breadth Certification Plan . . . .39 units PLAN D IGETC . . . 34-39 units