Spanish - SPAN
6 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SPAN B1 Elementary Spanish I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 100
Elementary Spanish I. This is an introduction to Spanish language and culture by means of a program that involves video, audio, and print media in an integrated method of planned immersion. Students will develop language skills that include reading, writing, listening comprehension and oral production. Introduction to Spanish language and culture by means of a program that involves video, audio, and print media in an integrated method of planned immersion. Students will develop language skills that include reading, writing, listening comprehension and oral production. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed SPAN B1AB.
SPAN B2 Elementary Spanish II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of SPAN B1 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 110
This course, instructed within the context of Spanish and Latin-American cultures, is a continuation of SPAN B1, using the “planned immersion approach.” It explores new tenses and moods of the language and enhancement of vocabulary, development of oral production, and increase of listening and writing. Students expand their awareness of the cultural diversity of the Spanish-speaking world, through history, literature, and art based on authentic texts. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed SPAN B2AB.
SPAN B3 Intermediate Spanish I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of SPAN B2 or SPAN B2AB or equivalent with a grade of C or better or through departmental placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 200
Intensive grammar review of the Spanish language, supplemented with reading selections of Spanish and Latin American authors with the purpose of nourishing an understanding of the Spanish culture. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed SPAN B35.
SPAN B4 Intermediate Spanish II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of SPAN B3 or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of SPAN B35 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
SPAN B4 is a continuation of SPAN B3. It continues to expand upon Hispanic culture and facilitate language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Intensive grammar review in addition to more sophisticated vocabulary will increase students' accuracy with major communicative functions of the Spanish language. Continued exposure to readings from Spanish and Latin American authors help students to think critically and to make cross-cultural comparisons.This course is taught in Spanish. Note: Not open to students who have taken the equivalent course of SPAN B36.
SPAN B35 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of SPAN B2 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Advisory
- Students with heritage-speaker or near heritage-speaker abilities and skills may include CLEP Exam or department approval to enroll in this course.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is the first in the intermediate sequence for native heritage Spanish speakers. It is designed to introduce formal Spanish language such as: word usage, vocabulary, pronunciation, comprehension, and written communication. A special emphasis is given to the development of literacy skills (reading and writing) by reading and discussing introductory level Spanish prose and poetry from Latin American and Spanish authors through basic critical and creative writing activities, specifically essays. This course also teaches methodology for writing essays and uses literature to enhance formal language skills. Cultural materials are included to foster an understanding and appreciation of linguistic, cultural, and historical differences of the Spanish language among Spanish-speaking countries and regions. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed SPAN B3.
SPAN B36 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of SPAN B35 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a continuation of Spanish B35 and is designed for students whose native language is Spanish but need to improve their academic skills in the language. This course will focus on language challenges that intermediate-high level Spanish speakers have in orthography, inappropriate code switching between English and Spanish, and variations based on regional language differences. The writing and reading skills will be strengthened as well as vocabulary building through advanced readings and analysis of Hispanic culture and literature. The course is taught entirely in Spanish. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed SPAN B4.