World Languages and Cultures

FRNC 1550    Elementary French    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC.

FRNC 2600    Intermediate French    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French; knowledge of the natural and cultural features of French-speaking countries and regions. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement test or FRNC 1550.

FRNC 2605    Advanced Intermediate French    3 s.h.

Advanced training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French; knowledge of the natural and cultural features of French-speaking countries and regions. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement test or FRNC 2600.

FRNC 2606    Intensive French Review    3 s.h.

Intensive review of basic French speaking and writing language skills. Grammatical structures and vocabulary in context.
Prereq.: Placement test or FRNC 2600.

FRNC 3701    Service Learning in French    1-2 s.h.

Using the French language to engage in community service or an internship. Completion of a journal written in French and detailing the experience is required. May be repeated up to 4 s.h.
Prereq.: Approval of Department Chair, and FRNC 2600 or placement test.

FRNC 3710    Applied French Phonetics    3 s.h.

A systematic study of French phonetics to correct defects in pronunciation and intonation and give students a better understanding of the differences between the French and English sound systems.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3716    Advanced French Grammar and Composition    3 s.h.

A systematic study of French language morphology, sentence structure, and usage applied to a variety of written discourse styles. Contrast with English discourse styles and effective grammatical use.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3717    Advanced French Conversation    3 s.h.

Development of oral expression through discussion of current topics in the context of French and Francophone culture, politics, and economics. Expansion of vocabulary.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3720    Literature and Culture: France    3 s.h.

A study of major works of French literature through its history, placed in the cultural context which helped produce them.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3725    Francophone Literature and Culture    3 s.h.

A study of major works representative of Francophone literature in their cultural context.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3736    Introduction to French Linguistics    3 s.h.

Examination of basic concepts and issues of modern French linguistic theory. Emphasis is on sociolinguistics with attention also to phonology, morphology, syntax and pragmatics.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3740    French for Business and Communication    3 s.h.

Development of oral and written communication in business and other practical situations. Business practices in French-speaking countries.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3750    French Civilization and Culture    3 s.h.

A study of contemporary French civilization and culture, focusing on what the French consider typical of their character, as exemplified by their traditions, magazines, films, and heroes. Readings and class work in French.
Prereq.: FRNC 2605 and FRNC 2606.

FRNC 3780    French Composition and Conversation Review    3 s.h.

Review course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Intended for students who need additional coursework to achieve the level of Advanced Low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and/or the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test. May not be counted toward the major. Grading is CR/NC.
Prereq.: 15 s.h. in French at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

FRNC 3799    Study Abroad in French    1-15 s.h.

An individually-arranged program of foreign study in the French language. Programs can be of two general types: (1) trips or residential programs sponsored by consortial universities, and (2) independent academic coursework through institutions with which YSU does not have a consortial agreement. A written statement detailing the student's academic plan must be approved by a member of the French faculty, the chair of Foreign Languages and the dean of CLASS prior to the trip. Credit toward fulfillment of requirements for the French major will be determined by the chair of Foreign Languages and not the French faculty. May be repeated up to a total of 15 s.h., if specific course content changes. Note: study abroad generally requires about one year's advance planning.
Prereq.: Sophomore status and approval of the chair of Foreign Languages.

FRNC 4885    French Conversation and Composition Capstone    3 s.h.

Capstone course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Students must achieve a level of Advanced Low on both the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test.
Prereq.: 15 s.h. in French at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

FRNC 4886    French Composition and Conversation Capstone    3 s.h.

Capstone course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Student must achieve a level of Intermediate High on both the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test.
Prereq.: 15 s.h. in French at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

GRMN 1550    Elementary German    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Students should achieve an intermediate-low level of proficiency. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC.

GRMN 2600    Intermediate    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of German speakers. Students should achieve an intermediate-mid level of proficiency. Assignments in the LLRC.
Prereq.: Placement test or GRMN 1550.

GRMN 2605    Advanced Intermediate    3 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of German speakers. By the end of the course the students should achieve an intermediate-high level of proficiency. Assignments in the LLRC.
Prereq.: Placement test or GRMN 2600.

GRMN 6901    Special Topics in German    3 s.h.

Arranged course for graduate students only.
Prereq.: Two 4800-level courses in German with grade of "B" or better.

GRK 1550    Elementary Ancient Greek    4 s.h.

Introduction to Ancient Greek with emphasis on those aspects of grammar most essential for developing the ability to read Greek. Translation of simple Ancient Greek texts into English. Grading is ABC/NC.

GRK 2600    Intermediate Ancient Greek    4 s.h.

Continuation of GRK 1550 with emphasis on more complex aspects of Ancient Greek grammar. Translation of more advanced Ancient Greek texts, including some authentic passages.
Prereq.: Placement test or GRK 1550.

GRK 2603    Directed Reading in Ancient Greek 1    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from an Ancient Greek author or genre with emphasis on translation. Review of Ancient Greek grammar and introduction of some advanced grammatical constructions not covered in Ancient Greek 1550 or 2600. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: Permission of Chair and either placement test or GRK 2600.

GRK 3753    Directed Reading in Ancient Greek 2    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from an Ancient Greek author or genre with emphasis on translation and interpretation of text; review of Ancient Greek grammar, introduction of relevant modern scholarship, and writing of evaluative essays. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: GRK 2603 and permission of Chair.

GRK 4883    Directed Reading in Ancient Greek 3    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from an Ancient Greek author or genre with emphasis on translation and interpretation of text. Review of Ancient Greek grammar. Writing of a research paper. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: GRK 3753 and permission of Chair.

ITAL 1505    Elementary Italian 1    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC.

ITAL 1506    Elementary Italian 2    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of Italian speakers. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement test or ITAL 1550 or ITAL 1505.

ITAL 1550    Elementary Italian    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC.

ITAL 2600    Intermediate Italian    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of Italian speakers. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement test or ITAL 1550.

ITAL 2605    Advanced Intermediate Italian    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Italian; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of Italian speakers.
Prereq.: Placement test or ITAL 2600.

ITAL 2607    Intermediate Italian 1    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Italian; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of Italian speakers.
Prereq.: Placement test or ITAL 1506 or ITAL 2600.

ITAL 2608    Intermediate Italian 2    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Italian; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of Italian speakers.
Prereq.: ITAL 1506 or ITAL 2600.

ITAL 2610    Introduction to Italian Film    1 s.h.

Analysis, written and oral, of Italian films presented in conjunction with FNLG 2610.
Prereq.: ITAL 1506 or ITAL 2600.
Coreq.: FNLG 2610 or FNLG 2610H.

ITAL 3701    Service Learning in Italian    2 s.h.

Using the Italian language to engage in community service or an internship. Completion of a journal written in Italian and detailing the experience is required. May be repeated up to 4 semester hours.
Prereq.: Approval of Department Chair; and ITAL 1506 or ITAL 2600 placement test.

ITAL 3702    Intensive Italian Review    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian. Grammatical structures and vocabulary in context.
Prereq.: ITAL 2605.

ITAL 3726    Italian Phonetics and Phonology    4 s.h.

Current theory in Italian phonetics and phonology aimed at improving the pronunciation and intonation of second language learners. Attention given to a comparison of the Italian and English phonological systems and the phonological comparisons of standard and regional dialects of Italian. Regular in-class discussion, linguistic analyses, and practice on phonological data sets, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3735    Italian Civilization and Culture    4 s.h.

A condensed study of the geography, history, literature and social heritage of Italy, from the fall of the Roman Empire to the present. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3736    Italian Linguistics    4 s.h.

Basic concepts and issues of modern Italian linguistic theory in the areas of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Emphasis is placed on sociolinguistics, dialectology and Italian dialect endangerment. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3740    Survey of Italian Literature 1    4 s.h.

Introduction to Italian literature from the 14th Century to the Renaissance through representative selections of key literary figures. Theoretical and critical approaches to help interpret texts. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3741    Survey of Italian Literature 2    4 s.h.

Introduction to Italian literature from the Enlightenment to the present through representative selections of key literary figures. Theoretical and critical approaches to help interpret texts. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3750    Contemporary Italian Literature    4 s.h.

A study of contemporary Italian literature and its movements and innovations across a variety of genres, including fiction, memoir, poetry, song lyrics, rap and journalism. Featuring the works of Ammaniti, Baricco, Benni, Consoli, Khouma, Mazzucco, Severgnini and Virzl. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3755    Advanced Italian Conversation and Composition    4 s.h.

Development of written expression through a systematic study of Italian morphology, sentence structure, and usage applied to a variety of written discourse styles such as description, narration, and exposition. Development of oral expression through discussion of current topics in the context of Italian culture, politics, and economics. Expansion of vocabulary. Laboratory work according to individual needs.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3760    Literary Representations of 19th Century Italy    4 s.h.

A study of literary representations of 19th century Italy and the Italians from the pre-Risorgimento era through the turn of the century, with concentration on the works of Foscolo, Manzoni, Verga and di Lampadusa. Regular in-class discussion and occasional in-class writing assignments, all in Italian.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3770    Special Topics in Italian    4 s.h.

Study of an author, genre, movement or historical period in Italian literature, culture or history. May be repeated if the topic changes.
Prereq.: Either ITAL 2607 and ITAL 2608; or ITAL 3702.

ITAL 3780    Italian Composition and Conversation Review    3 s.h.

Review course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Intended for students who need additional coursework to achieve the level of Advanced Low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and/or the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test. May not be counted toward the major. Grading CR/NC.
Prereq.: 16 s.h. in Italian at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

ITAL 3798    Study Abroad in Sicily    4 s.h.

A structured but individualized program of study at the Culturforum Italian Language School in Cefalu, Sicily.
Prereq.: either ITAL 3702 or both ITAL 2605 and permission of Chair.

ITAL 3799    Study Abroad in Italian    1-15 s.h.

An individually-arranged program of foreign study in the Italian language. Programs can be of two general types: (1) trips or residential programs sponsored by consortial universities, and (2) independent academic coursework through institutions with which YSU does not have a consortial agreement. A written statement detailing the student's academic plan must be approved by a member of the Italian faculty, the chair of Foreign Languages and the dean of CLASS prior to the trip. Credit toward fulfillment of requirements for the Italian major will be determined by the chair of Foreign Languages and the Italian faculty. May be repeated up to a total of 15 s.h., if specific course content changes. Note: study abroad generally requires about one year's advance planning.
Prereq.: Sophomore status and approval of the chair of Foreign Languages.

ITAL 4880    Italian Conversation and Composition Capstone    4 s.h.

Capstone course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Students should achieve a level of Advanced Low on both the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test.
Prereq.: 16 s.h. in Italian at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.
Gen Ed: Capstone.

LATN 1550    Elementary Latin    4 s.h.

Introduction to Latin, with emphasis on those aspects of grammar most essential for developing the ability to read Latin. Translation of simple Latin texts into English. Introduction to the culture of the late Roman Republic, including reading selected primary sources in English. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC.

LATN 2600    Intermediate Latin    4 s.h.

Continuation of Latin 1550 with emphasis on more complex aspects of Latin grammar. Translation of more advanced Latin texts, including some authentic passages.
Prereq.: Placement test or LATN 1550.

LATN 2603    Directed Reading in Latin 1    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from a Latin author or genre with emphasis on translation. Review of Latin grammar and introduction of some advanced grammatical constructions not covered in Latin 1550 or LATN 2600. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: Placement test or LATN 2600.

LATN 3753    Directed Reading in Latin 2    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from a Latin author or genre with emphasis on translation and interpretation of text. Review of Latin grammar, introduction to relevant modern scholarship, and writing of evaluative essays. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: LATN 2603 and permission of Chair.

LATN 4883    Directed Reading in Latin 3    3 s.h.

Reading of selections from a Latin author or genre with emphasis on translation and interpretation of text, review of Latin grammar, and writing of a research paper. May be repeated once if topic is different.
Prereq.: LATN 3753 and permission of Chair.

SPAN 1505    Elementary Spanish 1    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).

SPAN 1506    Elementary Spanish 2    4 s.h.

Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish; geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the cultures of Spanish speakers are studied. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement or SPAN 1505 or SPAN 1550.

SPAN 2607    Intermediate Spanish 1    3 s.h.

Review and expansion of basic Spanish language skills and cultural information. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC).
Prereq.: Placement Exam or SPAN 1506 or SPAN 2600.

SPAN 2608    Intermediate Spanish 2    3 s.h.

Further study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures through oral, written, and reading activities. Focus is on contextualized vocabulary and review of grammar to help students move towards a more advanced level.
Prereq.: SPAN 2607 or SPAN 2605.

SPAN 3701    Service Learning in Spanish    1-2 s.h.

Using the Spanish language to engage in community service or an internship. Completion of a journal written in Spanish and detailing the experience is required. May be repeated up to 4 semester hours.
Prereq.: Placement Exam or SPAN 1506 or SPAN 2600.

SPAN 3701C    CE Service Learning in Spanish    1-2 s.h.

Using the Spanish language to engage in community service or an internship. Completion of a journal written in Spanish and detailing the experience is required. May be repeated up to 4 semester hours.
Prereq.: Placement Exam or SPAN 1506 or SPAN 2600.

SPAN 3724    Spanish Phonetics and Phonology    3 s.h.

Introduction to theoretical Spanish phonetics and phonology with the practical goal of improving students’ pronunciation of Spanish; production of Spanish speech sounds and general characteristics of Spanish pronunciation, including intonation.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3735    Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition    3 s.h.

A systematic study of Spanish morphology, sentence structure, and usage applied to a variety of written discourse styles such as description, narration, and exposition. Discussion of contrasts with English discourse styles, and effective grammatical use.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3736    Introduction to Spanish Linguistics    3 s.h.

Examines some of the basic concepts and issues of modern Spanish linguistic theory in the areas of phonology, morphology, syntax and pragmatics, with special emphasis on sociolinguistics.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3740    Business Spanish    3 s.h.

Principles of effective commercial letter and report writing and oral communication in business in the Spanish-speaking world.
Prereq.: SPAN 2607 or SPAN 2608 or SPAN 2605.

SPAN 3755    Advanced Spanish Conversation    3 s.h.

Development of oral expression through discussion of current topics in the context of worldwide Hispanic culture, politics, and economics. Expansion of vocabulary. Laboratory work according to individual needs.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3762    Culture: Spain    3 s.h.

Examination of the cultural landscape and major issues in Spanish society through the study of art, history, geography, politics, music, cinema, popular culture, and cultural groups in the various regions of Spain.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3763    Introduction to Literature: Spain    3 s.h.

Introduction to Peninsular literature through representative selections of key works of fiction, poetry and film. Theoretical and critical approaches to help the student interpret texts.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3766    Culture: Spanish-America    3 s.h.

This course examines the cultural landscape and major issues in Spanish-American society through the study of art, history, geography, politics, music, cinema, popular culture, and cultural groups in the various regions.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3767    Introduction to Literature: Spanish-America    3 s.h.

Introduction to Spanish-American literature through representative selections of key works of fiction, poetry and film. Theoretical and critical approaches to help the student interpret texts.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3770    Special Topics in Spanish    3 s.h.

Study of an author, genre, movement or historical period in Spanish literature, culture or history. May be repeated if the topic changes.
Prereq.: Both SPAN 2607 and SPAN 2608 or SPAN 3702.

SPAN 3780    Spanish Composition and Conversation Review    3 s.h.

Review course emphasizing impromptu conversations and in-class essay writing. Intended for students who need additional coursework to achieve the level of Advanced Low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and/or ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test. May not be counted toward the major. Grading is CR/NC.
Prereq.: 15 s.h. in Spanish at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

SPAN 3799    Study Abroad in Spanish    1-15 s.h.

An individually-arranged program of foreign study in the Spanish language. Programs can be of two general types: (1) trips or residential programs sponsored by consortial universities, and (2) independent academic coursework through institutions with which YSU does not have a consortial agreement. A written statement detailing the student's academic plan must be approved by a member of the Spanish faculty, the chair of Foreign Languages and the dean of CLASS prior to the trip. Credit toward fulfillment of requirements for the Spanish major will be determined by the chair of Foreign Languages and the Spanish faculty. May be repeated up to a total of 15 s.h., if specific course content changes. Note: study abroad generally requires about one year's advance planning.
Prereq.: Sophomore status and approval of the chair of Foreign Languages.

SPAN 4880    Spanish Conversation and Composition Capstone    3 s.h.

Capstone course emphasizing impromptu conversation and in-class essay writing. Student must achieve a level of Advanced Low on both the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview and the ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test.
Prereq.: 15 s.h. in Spanish at the 3700 level or above and permission of Chair.

SPAN 5855    Topics in Spanish Language and Linguistics    3 s.h.

An introduction to the terminology, concepts, bibliography and current issues in Spanish language and linguistics. Major topics include phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, applied linguistics, transformational grammar, and other topics related to language variation and society. May be repeated once when topic varies.
Prereq.: Any 3700-level SPAN course.

SPAN 5870    Topics in Spanish Literature: Spain    3 s.h.

Study of an author, a genre, or a movement in Spanish literature from 1492 to the present. The topic will be announced each time the course is offered. May be taken three times if content is not repeated.
Prereq.: SPAN 3762 or SPAN 3763.

SPAN 5885    Topics in Hispanic Literature and Film    3 s.h.

Examines the relationship between the Hispanic narrative discourse and cinema, including film adaptations of literary works. Modern social and cultural issues, as well as Hispanic self-images. May be taken three times if content is not repeated.
Prereq.: one of SPAN 3762, SPAN 3763, SPAN 3766, SPAN 3767.
Gen Ed: Capstone.

SPAN 5890    Topics in Spanish Literature: Spanish-America    3 s.h.

Study of an author, a genre, or a movement in Latin America from 1492 to the present. The topic will be announced each time the course is offered. May be taken three times if content is not repeated.
Prereq.: SPAN 3766 or SPAN 3767.
Gen Ed: Capstone.