The Department of Foreign Languages

230 Hammond Hall • Box 19557 • 817-272-3161 • langlab.uta.edu

The Department of Foreign Languages contributes to the three-fold mission of the College of Liberal Arts by enabling students to develop basic competencies and defined proficiency levels in any of several foreign languages, by helping students to prepare for the world of work by means of specialized courses and degree options, and by providing students with the tools for understanding and evaluating the diversity of human culture as represented in a number of the world's languages and literatures.

•Foreign language learning is skills development. To this end the department offers a full range of language offerings, from courses for beginning language learners to advanced courses in written and oral expression. All four language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—are developed.

•Foreign language competency, whether in an ancillary or primary sense, can be a valuable asset to many professions and careers. It can be the primary focus in such careers as teaching and government service, or an important—even essential—asset for professions in, for example, the travel industry, health care, and international business enterprises of all kinds.

•Cultural and linguistic diversity characterize the human experience even in a world made smaller by mass communication and technology. Through literature and language classes students gain the insights needed to appreciate the world views of people in other countries and cultures and, inversely, to learn more about themselves by knowing what people elsewhere think about them and their culture.

Criteria for Admission to a Major in the Department of Foreign Languages

In addition to satisfying the entrance requirements for the College of Liberal Arts, prospective majors in the Department of Foreign Languages must meet the following criteria:

•A 3.0 GPA is required in the 1441-2314 Foreign Language sequence, or a grade of B on the Foreign Language placement test, or approval of the departmental advisor.

•Transfer students who have not taken the 1441-2314 sequence at UTA are required to take the Foreign Language placement exam and score at least a B equivalent for the 2314 level.

•After admission to the Foreign Language major, students must maintain a 2.75 GPA in major classes.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in French, German, Russian,

or Spanish

English

Six hours of composition.

Literature

Three hours of English or foreign language literature or other approved substitute.

Liberal Arts Elective

Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.

Political Science

2311, 2312.

History

1311, 1312.

Mathematics

Six hours (level of college algebra or higher).

Science

11 hours—eight hours in a single lab natural science (biology, chemistry, geology, or physics) and three hours in science or approved social science. The natural science core requirement was changed just prior to publication of the catalog, and there was not sufficient time for all departments to make corresponding revisions in their degree requirements. Students should refer to the core curriculum requirement on page 38 of this catalog and also consult with their academic advisor.

Fine Arts and Philosophy

Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, philosophy, or theatre arts.

Social/Cultural Studies

Three hours of designated courses in archaeology, classical studies, communication, economics, history, humanities, linguistics, political science, social or cultural anthropology, social/political/cultural geography, social psychology, sociology or women's studies.

Electives

Sufficient number of hours to complete the total hours required for a degree.

Major

1441, 1442, 2313, 2314, or equivalent; plus 24 hours at 3000/4000 level in the major language field, at least nine of which must be at the 4000 level.

Minor

18 hours, at least six of which must be 3000/4000 level. Options within the department include any other foreign language (1441, 1442, 2313, 2314, or equivalent, plus six advanced hours, or 12 advanced hours for secondary teacher certification).

Total

128 hours, of which at least 36 must be 3000/4000 level, plus exercise and sport activities (EXSA) or ROTC or marching band as required.

Options

The following options may be selected, but courses listed under options do not substitute for courses specified by number in the basic degree plan above.

Teacher Certification

Bachelor of Arts Degree in a Foreign Language with Secondary Certification: This plan requires a second teaching field.

Bachelor of Arts Degree in a Foreign Language with Elementary Teacher Certification: French/Elementary Education, German/Elementary Education, Russian/Elementary Education, or Spanish/Elementary Education. This plan does not require a second teaching field.

Students interested in Texas Teacher Certification should consult the School of Education section of this catalog for the most recent changes in requirements regarding admission to Teacher Education, completion of University programs in preparation for certification, and eligibility for certification after graduation.

Ibero-American Studies

(Bachelor of Arts Degree in Foreign Languages with a concentration in

Ibero-American studies)

Political Science

3316.

History

4365, 4366, 4367.

Economics

4321, 4322, (recommended).

Major

Spanish.

Minor

Portuguese.

Post-Soviet and East European Studies

(Bachelor of Arts Degree in Russian with a concentration in area studies)

Political Science or History

4362*, 4363*, 4364*, 4387*.

History

4359*, 4360*.

English

3301*, 3306*.

Major

Russian, plus selected Russian area courses from the following: 3322, 3323, 4322, 4323, 4334, 4335, 4359, 4360, 4362, 4363, 4364, 4387, 3301, and 3306.

* Other courses approved by the major advisor may be substituted if these designated courses are taken for credit in Russian language.

Intensive Language Program

Students with no previous experience or courses in a foreign language may choose to begin French, German, Spanish, or Russian by enrolling in the Intensive Program, and may complete Levels I and II (8 credit hours), or Levels III and IV (6 credit hours) of the chosen language in one Fall or Spring semester. A 14 credit hour intensive (Levels I, II, III, and IV) in Russian or Spanish may be taken in the 11-week summer term. The Intensive Program offers one of the most effective methods for learning a foreign language. Students are cautioned to take these courses prior to their senior years because of the possibility of enrollment limitations. These classes may not be offered every semester or every summer. Check with the Department of Foreign Languages for available classes.

BBA in International Business/Foreign Language

In cooperation with the Department of Foreign Languages, the School of Business Administration offers a Bachelor of Business Administration with dual concentrations in international business and a foreign language. The BBA in International Business offers concentrations in French, German, Russian or Spanish. In addition to 32 hours in a foreign language, students in this program get a solid foundation in business courses, including accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and information systems.

Language Acquisition Center

The Department of Foreign Languages maintains a fully equipped audio, video, and computerized language laboratory on the third floor of Trimble Hall. Lab attendance is required for language classes. Audio tapes, video tapes, computerized language software, organized additional instruction, and tutoring are used as supplemental modes of assistance in the language acquisition process. A home study option is available, in that the lab technicians will, for a nominal fee and upon student request, make copies of audio taped lessons onto tapes provided by the student.

Credit by Examination

Students wishing to earn credit by examination for any of the first four (1441, 1442, 2313, 2314) levels of French, German, or Spanish must present an official score received on one of two nationally administered examinations recognized by the department: (1) Advanced Placement Examination of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB), or (2) College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) of the CEEB. At U.T. Arlington the examinations will be administered by the Testing Services Office of Counseling and Career Development on dates to be announced.

Study Abroad

Students should give serious consideration to the unique learning experience of studying abroad. The department offers several opportunities for gaining credit while studying abroad. All arrangements must be made through the Department Study Abroad Advisor.

Summer Study—Regular programs are offered which provide opportunities for summer study in various countries including Austria, France, Germany, Mexico, Spain, the post-Soviet States/ Eastern Europe, and the People's Republic of China.

Oral Communication and Computer Competency Requirements

Students majoring in French, German, or Spanish may demonstrate competency in computer use by either:

(1) credit for one of the following courses: FREN 1441, FREN 1442, FREN 2313, FREN 2314, GERM 1441, GERM 1442, GERM 2313, GERM 2314, RUSS 1441, RUSS 1442, RUSS 2313, RUSS 2314, SPAN 1441, SPAN 1442, SPAN 2313, SPAN 2314

(2) credit for CSE 1301 or equivalent, or

(3) pass the University computer use competency exam.

Oral communication competence may be demonstrated by either:

(1) FREN 3315, GERM 3313, RUSS 3333, SPAN 3303, or

(2) credit for SPCH 1301, 1302 or 2305.

Department of Foreign Languages Faculty

Chair

Professor Ordóñez

Professors

Gross, McDowell, Werth

Associate Professors

Capote, Elliott, Israel-Pelletier, Rings, Sánchez, Viña

Assistant Professors

Conway, Cowan, Holder, Palangian, Sol, VanNoort

Specialist

Williams

Course Descriptions

Each foreign language—French, German, Russian, Spanish, and Portuguese—has course designations 1441, 1442, etc. The student should check the language desired for the course description.

Native speakers or near native speakers may not enroll in courses numbered below 3000.

Information on Advanced Courses: In FREN, GERM, RUSS, and SPAN, the prerequisite for 3000-level courses is the completion of the 2314 course or equivalent with at least a grade of C or departmental permission; the prerequisite for 4000-level courses is the completion of at least two 3000-level courses or departmental permission. Prerequisites for advanced courses in other areas are stated under their specific headings.

Foreign Language (FORL)

1441. TOPICS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit (Chinese, etc.). This course parallels the 1441 courses in FREN, GERM, RUSS, and SPAN.

1442. TOPICS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit (Chinese, etc.). This course parallels the 1442 courses in FREN, GERM, RUSS, and SPAN. Prerequisite: FORL 1441 or equivalent.

2313. TOPICS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit (Chinese, etc.). This course parallels the 2313 courses in FREN, GERM, RUSS, and SPAN. Prerequisite: FORL 1442 or equivalent.

2314. TOPICS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (Chinese, etc.). This course parallels the 2314 courses in FREN, GERM, RUSS, and SPAN. Prerequisite: FORL 2313 or equivalent.

3301. TOPICS IN COMPARATIVE LANGUAGES, CULTURE, AND LITERATURES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Comparisons of language and language/culture issues across languages and/or time. Topics may include folklore across cultures, comparison of language and cultural production (e.g., international film and international feminism). No prerequisites. Cannot be counted toward fulfilling core curriculum requirement in literature or culture. May be repeated for credit with departmental permission.

French (FREN)

Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit (FREN 1411).

1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit (FREN 1412).Prerequisite: FREN 1441 or equivalent.

2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit (FREN 2311). Prerequisite: FREN 1442 or equivalent.

2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (FREN 2312). Prerequisite: FREN 2313 or equivalent.

Levels I and II, or III and IV may be elected as one intensive program which permits the completion of two levels in one semester. Students planning to enroll in this program must: (1) arrange a conference with the instructor prior to registration; (2) register for section 082 for each level. The intensive program may not be offered every semester. Students are cautioned to take these courses prior to their senior year because of the possibility of enrollment limitations.

2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of the department only.

3304. SELECTED READINGS AND COMPOSITIONS (3-1) 3 hours credit. Introduction to the analysis of literary texts with emphasis on reading comprehension, grammar, writing skills and compositional techniques. Lab attendance required. Strongly recommended prior to 3311, 3312, and 4000 level courses. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or consent of the department.

3311. FRENCH LITERATURE AND CULTURE I (3-0) 3 hours credit. The main currents of French literature, art, and thought from the Middle Ages to the 18th Century in relation to French political and social history. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor. Required of French majors.

3312. FRENCH LITERATURE AND CULTURE II (3-0) 3 hours credit. The main currents of French literature, art, film, and thought of the 19th and 20th Centuries in relation to French political and social history. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor. Required of French majors.

3315. ADVANCED FRENCH CONVERSATION AND PHONETICS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Practice in oral expression with an introduction to practical phonetics and vocabulary building. Of special interest to students who wish to improve their skill in pronunciation, comprehension, and oral expression. Credit will not be granted to native speakers of French. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

3316. TOPICS: CITIES OF FRANCE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Major cities and regions (Paris, Marseille, Normandie, Provence, etc.) at different periods in their history. Representation of the city, suburb, province, industry, commerce, and transportation in various artistic media, e.g., literature, the visual arts (including film), and the media. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the department.

3318. TOPICS: THE REPRESENTATION OF CLASS IN FRENCH CULTURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Study of one or more social, economic, and political classes (e.g., bourgeois, peasant, aristocrat, worker, intellectual) from the Middle Ages to the present. Construction of class in works of literature and art and in the media, entertainment, political discourse, and the discourse on education. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Prerequisite: FREN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the department.

4314. ADVANCED FRENCH GRAMMAR AND COMPOSITION (3-0) 3 hours credit. A detailed study of French grammar with practice in composition requiring original themes, essays, and research papers. An overview of the history of the French language and the influences of other languages and cultures on its evolution. Recommended for senior French majors. Prerequisite: FREN 3311 or 3312 with a grade of C or better; or knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4322. STUDIES IN THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Political and artistic climate of a defining period in French culture. Classical doctrine and literature, the "Libertins," the "Jesuites," "Port Royal," "Preciosite," the role of these movements in the formation of institutions, the monarchy, and concepts of the self. Prerequisite: FREN 3311 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4324. TOPICS IN NINETEENTH-CENTURY FRENCH STUDIES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Major currents such as Romanticism, Realism, and Impressionism in literature and art. Emphasis on bourgeois tastes and institutions, the role of capitalism in the development of culture, and the commercial and representational construction of leisure. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Prerequisite: FREN 3312 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4328. TOPICS IN TWENTIETH-CENTURY FRENCH STUDIES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Cultural and literary output of France before and after the Second World War. Patterns of French thought, writing, and self-representation, the "New Europe," decolonization, and nationalism through various media. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Prerequisite: FREN 3312 with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4329. TOPICS: INTRODUCTION OF FRANCOPHONE LITERATURE AND CULTURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. The content will vary, to include at times Francophone literature and culture from Africa, Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States. The aim is to help the student become familiar with the history, culture, and artistic achievements of French-speaking countries around the world. May be repeated for credit when topic changes. Prerequisite: FREN 3312 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4332. STUDIES IN MEDIEVAL AND RENAISSANCE CULTURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Readings in modern French of Medieval and Renaissance French literature. Works include the adventures of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Gargantua, reflections on the self, friendship, education, and the "Other" in Montaigne's Essais, and the love poems of Ronsard. Emphasis on the importance of religion, the evolution and the meaning of cathedrals and monasteries, and the effect of the discovery of the "New World" on perceptions of self and of community. Prerequisite: FREN 3311 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4334. THE CULTURE OF BUSINESS (3-0) 3 hours credit. An introduction to social, political, and economic structures in France, with focus on current events relevant to business in the Francophone world. Video segments and interactive computer packages in French about international business are used extensively as an aid in the acquisition of basic vocabulary of business and economics. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses or equivalent (FREN 3313, 3314 strongly recommended) with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4335. BUSINESS FRENCH (3-0) 3 hours credit. Students learn to function in French in business environments, with emphasis on writing business letters, conducting telephone conversations and business meetings, using terminology for transactions in places such as banks, post offices, airports, and hotels. Video segments and interactive computer packages are used extensively to reinforce vocabulary and knowledge acquired through lectures, translations, and readings. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses or equivalent (FREN 3313, 3314, 4334 strongly recommended) with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and the consent of the instructor.

4338. SELECTED TOPICS IN FRENCH LITERATURE OR CULTURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. May be repeated for credit when topic changes.

4339. ACQUISITION OF FRENCH (3-0) 3 hours credit. Theory and practice of language acquisition. Techniques needed to understand and analyze the sounds, vocabulary, and grammar of the French language. Primarily for students seeking teacher certification.

4391. CONFERENCE COURSE 3 hours credit. Independent study in the preparation of a paper on a research topic and consultation with instructor on a regular basis. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: consent of the department and completion of or concurrent enrollment in a 3000 course.

4394. HONORS THESIS/SENIOR PROJECT (3-0) 3 hours credit. Required of all students in the University Honors College. During the senior year, the student must complete a thesis or a project under the direction of a faculty member in the major department. May not be repeated for credit.

German (GERM)

Required courses for the major are GERM 3313, 3314, 4321, 4322 and at least 12 additional advanced hours, three of which must be on the 4000 level.

Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1441. GERMAN I (3-2) 4 hours credit (GERM 1411). Multimedia immersion in the culture and language of German-speaking countries. Designed to enable students to understand and communicate effectively in German.

1442. GERMAN II (3-2) 4 hours credit (GERM 1412). Continuation of GERM 1441. Prerequisite: GERM 1441 or equivalent.

2313. GERMAN III (3-0) 3 hours credit (GERM 2311). Highlights in German literature and culture as revealed and reviewed in the printed and electronic media. Application of strategies and technology in mastering listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: GERM 1442 with a grade of C or better.

2314. GERMAN IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (GERM 2312). Continuing study of the highlights in German literature and culture as revealed and reviewed in the printed and electronic media. Application of strategies and technology in mastering listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Prerequisite: GERM 2313 with a grade of C or better.

Levels I and II or III and IV may be elected as one intensive program which permits the completion of two levels in one semester. Students planning to enroll in this program must: (1) arrange a conference with the instructor prior to registration; and (2) register for section 082 of each level. The intensive program may not be offered every semester. Students are cautioned to take these courses prior to their senior year because of the possibility of enrollment limitations.

2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of department only.

3301. TOPICS IN GERMAN LITERATURE AND CULTURE IN TRANSLATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Intellectual and literary trends in life and literature of German-speaking countries as reflected in texts, films, and videos. Topics: 20th Century cinema, the Holocaust experience in literature and culture, women writers from the Enlightenment to the present, postwar in two Germanies, among others. May be repeated as topics and texts vary. No prerequisites. May be counted towards fulfilling major or minor requirements and/or core curriculum liberal arts elective requirement.

3313. ADVANCED CONVERSATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Practice in oral expression with an emphasis on vocabulary building; of special interest to students who wish to improve their skills in pronunciation, comprehension, and expression. Course may be structured around a particular topic or topics for the semester. Credit will not be given to native speakers of German. Prerequisite: GERM 2314 with a grade of C or better, or by permission of the instructor.

3314. ADVANCED GRAMMAR AND COMPOSITION (3-0) 3 hours credit. German grammar with practice in original composition, essay, theme, and creative writing. Of special interest to students who wish to improve their skill in written expression in German. Prerequisite: GERM 2314 with a grade of C or better, or by permission of the instructor.

3317. THE GERMAN HERITAGE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Origins and highlights of German culture and life as reflected in literary works, mythology, religion, and the arts. Contributions of German-speaking people to western literature and culture. May include the exploits of the Vikings, the Faust theme in literature and culture, German women in literature and art, the German idea of nature, German philosophical trends, among others. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: German 2314 or equivalent, or by permission of the instructor.

3318. CONTEMPORARY GERMAN CULTURE AND LITERATURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. German culture and life as reflected in literary works, mythology, religion, and the arts in contemporary German speaking Europe. Contributions of German-speaking people to Western literature and culture. May include 20th Century cinema, the Holocaust experience, German-speaking women writers, postwar in East and West Germany, Freud's influence, among other topics. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: GERM 2314 or equivalent; or permission of the instructor.

4313. STUDIES IN THE GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE I (3-0) 3 hours credit. Literary periods, genres, authors, and research themes. May include literature and thought before Goethe; Goethe and the Classical period; Romanticism, Poetic Realism, Naturalism; the German Novelle and drama; German opera; Kafka and the 20th Century; German literature in the U.S. Continued practice in the four communication skills. May be repeated as topics and texts vary. Prerequisites: two 3000-level German courses with a grade of C or better.

4314. STUDIES IN THE GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE II (3-0) 3 hours credit. German-American language and culture, advanced grammar, German dialects. Topics in the history of the German language, discourse analysis, language and culture in German media. Continued practice in the four communication skills in German. May be repeated for credit as topics and texts vary. Prerequisites: two 3000-level German courses with a grade of C or better.

4317. ADVANCED STRATEGIES AND PRACTICE IN COMMUNICATION IN GERMAN (3-0) 3 hours credit. Application of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German. May include current events appearing daily in the printed and electronic media, selected writings on language and literature, cultural orientation on life in German-speaking countries, performance of a German play or scenes from a play, and interviews with native Germans. May be repeated as topics and texts vary. Prerequisites: two 3000-level German courses with a grade of C or better. German used exclusively.

4321. THE GERMAN TRADITION I (3-0) 3 hours credit. German literature, art, and thought from Luther to the early 19th Century within the context of Central European political and social history. Prerequisites: two 3000-level German courses or their equivalents. Strongly recommended for German and international business majors.

4322. THE GERMAN TRADITION II (3-0) 3 hours credit. German literature, art, and thought of the 19th and 20th Centuries within the context of Central European political and social history. Prerequisites: two 3000-level German courses or their equivalents. Strongly recommended for German and international business majors.

4334. THE CULTURE OF BUSINESS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Social, political, and economic structures in Germany; current events affecting business in the German-speaking world. Media segments about international business in Germany are used as an aid in the acquisition of the basic vocabulary of business and economics. Prerequisite: two 3000-level courses or equivalent (GERM 3313, 3314 strongly recommended) with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and consent of the instructor.

4335. BUSINESS GERMAN (3-0) 3 hours credit. Students learn to function in business environments where German is used, with emphasis on the skills needed for writing business letters, conducting telephone conversations and business meetings, using terminology for transactions in places such as banks, post offices, airports, and hotels. Media segments are used to reinforce vocabulary and knowledge acquired through lectures, readings, conversations. Prerequisite: two 3000-level German courses or equivalent (GERM 3313, 3314 strongly recommended) with a grade of C or better; or a knowledge of the language and the consent of the instructor.

4339. THE ACQUISITION OF GERMAN (3-0) 3 hours credit. Theory and practice of acquisition of German. Techniques needed to understand and analyze the sounds, vocabulary, and grammar of the German language. Introduction to reading strategies, the development of oral communication skills, and writing strategies.

4391. CONFERENCE COURSE 3 hours credit. Independent study in the preparation of a paper on a research topic; consultation with instructor on a regular basis. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of the department and completion of or concurrent enrollment in a 3000-level course.

Portuguese (PORT)

Portuguese may not be offered every semester.

1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit.

1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit. Prerequisite: PORT 1441 or equivalent.

2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PORT 1442 or equivalent.

2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PORT 2313 or equivalent.

4391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Independent study in the preparation of a paper on a research topic; consultation with instructor on a regular basis. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of the department.

Russian (RUSS)

Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit (RUSS 1411).

1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit (RUSS 1412). Prerequisite: RUSS 1441 or equivalent.

1451. RUSSIAN TRANSLATION I (3-2) 4 hours credit. Basic training in translating into English articles from contemporary Soviet journals and periodicals in the career fields of business, engineering, liberal arts, and the sciences.

1452. RUSSIAN TRANSLATION II (3-2) 4 hours credit. A continuation of RUSS 1451. Prerequisite: RUSS 1451 or consent of the instructor.

2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit (RUSS 2311). Prerequisite: RUSS 1442 or equivalent.

2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (RUSS 2312). Prerequisite: RUSS 2313 or equivalent.

Levels I, II, III, and IV may be elected as one intensive program which permits the completion of all four levels in one semester. Students planning to enroll in this program must (1) arrange a conference with the instructor prior to registration; and (2) enroll in no other courses during that semester except exercise and sport activities (EXSA). The intensive program is offered only in the summer. Students are cautioned to take these courses prior to their senior year because of the possibility of enrollment limitations.

2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of the department only.

3301. RUSSIAN LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. The works of major Russian authors during the period from the beginning of Russian literature until the 1917 Revolution. The interrelationship of various literary movements and philosophies. Students receiving Russian credit will be required to compare selected translations with the original works and must complete a research or translation project. Prerequisite: permission of the department. Also listed as ENGL 3301; credit will be granted only once.

3306. SOVIET AND POST-SOVIET LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. The works of major Soviet and post-Soviet authors from 1917 to the present against the background of unfolding social and political development in the USSR and post-USSR. May be repeated for credit as topics and periods vary. Students receiving credit in Russian will complete a translation or research project using the Russian language. Also listed as ENGL 3306; credit will be given in only one department.

3314. POLITICAL SYSTEMS OF EASTERN AND CENTRAL EUROPE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Examination of the political institutions and processes of the former communist systems of Eastern Europe and the Baltics, as well as selected Central European states. Also listed as POLS 3314; credit will be given in only one department. Students receiving credit in Russian will complete projects using the Russian language.

3322. INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE AND POLITICS I (3-0) 3 hours credit. This is the first of four courses concentrating on Russian grammar, reading, speaking, listening, and writing, developed through the study of authentic texts taken from Russian media. Topics include contemporary national and international issues, with a focus on diplomacy. Prerequisite: RUSS 2314 with a grade of C or better or by permission of the instructor.

3323. INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE AND POLITICS II (3-0) 3 hours credit. This is the second of four courses concentrating on Russian grammar, reading, speaking, listening, and writing, developed through the study of authentic texts taken from Russian media. Topics include contemporary national and international issues, with a focus on diplomacy. Added emphasis on texts portraying historical and geographical concerns. Prerequisite: RUSS 3322.

3333. CONVERSATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Practice in oral expression with seminar-type question-and-answer periods, and practical assignments in the student's major or minor field. Credit will not be granted to native speakers. Prerequisite: RUSS 2314 or consent of the department. Course may be repeated for credit as topics vary.

4181. RUSSIAN TRANSLATION LABORATORY PRACTICE (0-2) 1 hour credit. To increase translation proficiency through the use of the tape recorder and the computer. Emphasis on using the computer and in giving rapid sight translations from Russian into English. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

4322. ADVANCED RUSSIAN LANGUAGE AND POLITICS I (3-0) 3 hours credit. This is the third of four courses concentrating on Russian grammar, reading, speaking, listening, and writing, developed through the study of authentic texts. Translation skills, and active and passive vocabulary also are practiced through study of contemporary Russian media and government publications. Topics include contemporary national and international issues, with a focus on diplomacy. Prerequisites: RUSS 3322 and 3323.

4323. ADVANCED RUSSIAN LANGUAGE AND POLITICS II (3-0) 3 hours credit. This is the fourth of four courses concentrating on Russian grammar, reading, speaking, listening, and writing, developed through the study of authentic texts. Translation skills, and active and passive vocabulary also are practiced through study of linguistically advanced contemporary Russian print and non-print media and government publications. Topics include contemporary national and international issues, with a focus on diplomacy. Prerequisites: RUSS 4322.

4334. THE CULTURE OF BUSINESS (3-0) 3 hours credit. A preparatory course in business Russian, focusing on social, political, and economic structures in Russia and Russian-speaking areas. Special emphasis will be placed on current events affecting the Russian business world. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses in Russian or consent of the instructor.

4335. BUSINESS RUSSIAN (3-0) 3 hours credit. An introduction to business terminology, skills needed for writing business letters, conducting telephone conversations, commercial transactions, and international procedures. Operational and strategic issues involved in interaction with Russian firms and markets; international trade; competitive, vendor-customer, and collaborative relations. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses in Russian or consent of the instructor.

4359. HISTORY OF RUSSIA TO 1885 (3-0) 3 hours credit. A survey of Russian history from the origins of the first Russian state through the reign of Nicholas I. Special attention to such topics as the Kievan Rus, the Mongol impact and Muscovite state, the rise of Imperial Russia, and Russia's emergence as a global power. Also listed as HIST 4359. Permission of the department required. For Russian credit, research will be required in Russian.

4360. HISTORY OF RUSSIA SINCE 1855 (3-0) 3 hours credit. A survey of Russian history from the reign of Alexander II to the present. Special attention to such topics as the decline of Imperial Russia, the rise of the revolutionary spirit, and the emergence, consolidation, and development of the Soviet state. Also listed as HIST 4360. Permission of the department required. For Russian credit, research will be required in Russian.

4361. THE POLITICAL ENVIRONMENT OF RUSSIA AND THE SUCCESSOR STATES (3-0) 3 hours credit. The domestic political systems of Russia and the other former Soviet republics. The communist state in retrospect. Development of political actors, institutions, and parties. Also listed as POLS 4361; credit will be given in only one department. Taught in English; for Russian language credit, research will be done in Russian.

4362. RUSSIA AND THE SUCCESSOR STATES TODAY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The metamorphosis of the Communist Party and the current political philosophies of the post-Soviet states. Examination of attitudes and self-perceptions of citizens of these states in the post-Soviet period. Emphasis is on area studies and culture. Also listed as HIST 4362 and POLS 4362; credit will be granted in only one department. The course will be taught in English, but for Russian language credit, research will be done in the Russian language. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

4363. SPECIAL TOPICS IN RUSSIAN AND EURO-ASIAN STUDIES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Russia and the successor states of the old Soviet Union examined in relation to selected issues concerning politics, social change, and historical events. Also listed as POLS and HIST 4363; credit will be given in only one department. Prerequisite: POLS or RUSS 4361, or POLS, RUSS, or HIST 4362. For Russian credit, research will be done in the Russian language. May be repeated for credit as topic changes.

4364. THE SINO-RUSSIAN RELATIONSHIP (3-0) 3 hours credit. The interaction of China and Russia. A broad cultural-intellectual perspective utilized to contrast history, philosophy, and unique cultures of the Chinese and Russian peoples. The political systems and varying applications of Marxist philosophy. Also listed as HIST 4364; credit will be granted in only one department. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. For Russian credit, research will be done in the Russian language.

4365. FOREIGN POLICIES OF RUSSIA AND THE SUCCESSOR STATES (3-0) 3 hours credit. The foreign policies of Russia and other former Soviet republics. Development of their policy-making structures and the major issues confronting them. Emphasis on Russia and the superpower relationship, European security and cooperation, relations with developing states, and the interaction of the former Soviet republics. Also listed as POLS 4365; credit will be given in only one department. Taught in English; for Russian Language credit, research will be done in Russian.

4387. COMMUNISM AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT (3-0) 3 hours credit. Marxism and the place of Marxism-Leninism in the post-Cold War world. Special emphasis on China, national liberation movements in the developing world, and post-Soviet Marxism in the European context. Also listed as HIST and POLS 4387; credit will be given in only one department. Prerequisite: permission of the department. The course will be taught in English; but for Russian language credit, research will be done in Russian.

4391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Independent study in the preparation of a paper or a translation on a research topic; consultation with instructor on a regular basis. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of the department.

Spanish (SPAN)

Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit (SPAN 1411).

1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit (SPAN 1412). Prerequisite: SPAN 1441 or equivalent.

2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit (SPAN 2311). Prerequisite: SPAN 1442 or equivalent.

2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (SPAN 2312). Prerequisite: SPAN 2313 or equivalent.

Levels I, II, III, and IV may be elected as one intensive program which permits the completion of all four levels in one semester. Students planning to enroll in this program must (1) arrange a conference with the instructor prior to registration; (2) register for section 084 of each level; and (3) enroll in no other courses during that semester except exercise and sport activities (EXSA). The intensive program is offered only in the summer. Students are cautioned to take these courses prior to their senior year because of the possibility of enrollment limitations. Levels I and II or III and IV are also offered as intensive courses that permit completion of two levels in one semester.

2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of the department only.

3302. HISPANIC LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. The works of major authors and intellectual trends of a given period. May be repeated for credit as topics or periods vary, but no more than three hours may be counted toward a degree in a foreign language. Prerequisites: SPAN 2314 and six hours of English.

3303. ADVANCED SPANISH CONVERSATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Practice in oral expression with an introduction to practical phonetics and vocabulary building. Of special interest to students who wish to improve their skill in pronunciation, comprehension, and oral expression. Credit will not be granted to native speakers. Prerequisite: SPAN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or consent of the department. Generally offered in our summer programs in Spanish-speaking countries.

3311. SPANISH CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Spanish history with emphasis on cultural, intellectual, and artistic trends and existing social institutions and moral values. Prerequisite: SPAN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the department.

3312. SPANISH-AMERICAN CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. The evolution of Spanish-American society and culture as a background for its contemporary problems. Prerequisite: SPAN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the department.

3314. ADVANCED SPANISH GRAMMAR (3-0) 3 hours credit. A detailed study of Spanish grammar. Prerequisite: SPAN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or consent of the department.

3315. ADVANCED SPANISH COMPOSITION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Practice in original composition. Of special interest to students who wish to improve their skill in written expression in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 3314 or consent of the department.

3318. SELECTED READINGS IN HISPANIC LITERATURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Introduction to literary theory and analysis through representative Hispanic texts: questions of how literary texts are structured, what they mean, and how they reflect and shape social and cultural concepts. Strongly recommended prior to upper-division literature courses. Prerequisite: SPAN 2314 with a grade of C or better, or a knowledge of the language and consent of the department.

3320. INTRODUCTION TO HISPANIC LITERATURE AND CULTURE I (3-0) 3 hours credit. Representative literary texts and relevant cultural information and material. Provide an understanding of epochs and currents from the Middle Ages through the Age of Reason. Comparison and contrast of selected texts from Spain and Spanish America with the principal objective of developing students' understanding of historical change and cultural crosscurrents.

3321. INTRODUCTION TO HISPANIC LITERATURE AND CULTURE II (3-0) 3 hours credit. Representative literary texts and relevant cultural information and material. Provide an understanding of epochs and currents from Romanticism to the present day. Comparison and contrast of selected texts from Spain and Spanish America with the principal objective of developing students' understanding of historical change and cultural crosscurrents.

3391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Independent study; consultation with instructor on a regular basis. Offered primarily in the U.T. Arlington summer program in Mexico. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

4301. INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH LINGUISTICS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Introduction to Spanish phonology (including articulatory phonetics), morphology, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistics. Prerequisite: SPAN 3314 or consent of instructor.

4307. MODERN HISPANIC DRAMA (3-0) 3 hours credit. Readings of 19th and 20th Century Hispanic dramatists; the nature of dramatic art.

4308. MODERN SPANISH NARRATIVE (3-0) 3 hours credit. In-depth studies of selected novels and short stories by major Spanish writers of the 19th and 20th Centuries. Speculations on such problems as reflexivity, the relation of fiction to life, the role of the reader in fiction, etc. Spanish narrative in the context of other European and American writings.

4309. MODERN HISPANIC POETRY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Close readings of major Spanish and Spanish-American poets of the 19th and 20th Centuries. Considerations of major theoretical and critical approaches to modern poetry. Continuity (or tradition) and innovation in this poetry.

4313. TOPICS IN HISPANIC CULTURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Among the topics are Spanish music, television, radio, film, and literature as culture. May be repeated for credit.

4317. CHICANO LITERATURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Mexican-American literature, with special attention to its social, cultural, and linguistic background. Also listed as MAS 4317; credit will be granted only once.

4318. MEXICAN LITERATURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Studies in Mexican fiction, poetry, drama, and literary essay. $5 computer fee.

4324. CONTEMPORARY SPANISH AMERICAN NOVEL AND SHORT STORY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Studies of the works of such writers as Borges, Cortazar, Garcia Marquez, Onetti, Donoso, Rulfo, Fuentes, Arreola, Vargas Llosa. May be repeated for credit as the topics vary.

4326. THE TWENTIETH-CENTURY HISPANIC ESSAY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Major essayists and their contributions to the understanding of modern Hispanic problems. Includes the literary criticism of Ortega and Unamuno, and the Spanish-Americans Borges, Mallea, Paz, Alfonso Reyes, or others.

4327. WOMEN IN HISPANIC LITERATURE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Considers women as characters in and writers of Hispanic literature. Includes the analysis of themes, language, and how the writings of women often give voice to lesser known aspects of culture. Also listed as WOMS 4327; credit will not be given for both.

4334. THE CULTURE OF BUSINESS (3-0) 3 hours credit. A preparatory course in business Spanish, focusing on social, political, and economic structures in Spain and Latin America. Special emphasis will be placed on current events affecting the Hispanic business world. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses in Spanish.

4335. BUSINESS SPANISH (3-0) 3 hours credit. An introduction to business terminology, skills needed for writing business letters, conducting telephone conversations, commercial transactions, and international procedures. Operational and strategic issues involved in interaction with Hispanic firms and markets; international trade; competitive, vendor-customer, and collaborative relations. Prerequisites: two 3000-level courses in Spanish.

4339. THE ACQUISITION OF SPANISH (3-0) 3 hours credit. Theory and practice of language acquisition. Techniques needed to understand and analyze the sounds, vocabulary, and grammar of the Spanish language.

4393. PRACTICUM (3-0) 3 hours credit. Independent study course including the application of language acquisition techniques to supervised language practice sessions. A research paper will be required. Prerequisite: departmental permission.