Spanish
9 courses · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SPAN 1 Elementary Spanish I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 100
This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course corresponds to the first year of high school Spanish. Spanish 1 is not recommended for heritage (native) speakers of Spanish. This course may also require completion of supplemental assignments.
SPAN 2 Elementary Spanish II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 1 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 110
This course continues to teach language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the second semester level. The students will continue to interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course corresponds to the second year of high school Spanish. Spanish 2 is not recommended for heritage (native) speakers of Spanish. This course may also require completion of supplemental assignments.
SPAN 3 Intermediate Spanish I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 2 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 200
This course teaches culture and facilitates language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will continue to interact with authentic language in context. Content is expanded beyond “survival” needs of the immediate environment in order to express personal meaning and to apply different strategies and techniques to go beyond casual conversation and express opinions, make suggestions on familiar topics, as well as some abstract issues and plans. Students demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms, values, and culturally relevant appropriate customs and events. Accuracy becomes quite high for high frequency structures and vocabulary but more complex discourse is still developing and requires a somewhat sympathetic listener or reader. Students will demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and reflecting on and making cross-cultural comparisons. This course is taught primarily in Spanish. This course may also require completion of supplemental assignments.
SPAN 3SS Spanish for Heritage Speakers I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 2 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 220
This course is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the existing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and the cultural heritage and knowledge of these students. The course will increase awareness of linguistic registers and correct diacritical marks and their correct uses. This course introduces the student to the geography, history, and culture of the Spanish-speaking world and encourages students to analyze and appreciate the important literary, philosophical, and historical texts to build global cultural competence. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN 4 Intermediate Spanish II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 3 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 210
This course continues to expand upon culture and facilitate language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will interact with more sophisticated authentic language in context. Content continues to expand in order to express more complex ideas in order to express personal meaning and to apply different strategies and techniques to go beyond casual conversation and express opinions, make suggestions on familiar topics, as well as some abstract issues and plans. Students demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms, values, and culturally relevant appropriate customs and events. Accuracy becomes quite high for high frequency structures and vocabulary but more complex discourse is still developing and requires a somewhat sympathetic listener or reader. Students will continue to demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and reflecting on and making cross-cultural comparisons. This course is taught primarily in Spanish. This course may also require completion of supplemental assignments.
SPAN 4SS Spanish for Heritage Speakers II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 3SS or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 230
This course is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the existing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and the cultural heritage and knowledge of these students. The course will increase awareness of linguistic registers and correct diacritical marks and their correct uses. This course continues the exploration of the geography, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world and exposes Spanish Speakers to the further analysis of important literary and historical texts to build global competence. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN 9 Cultures of the Spanish Speaking World
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: SPAN 2 or
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed to improve Spanish comprehension skills and enhance cultural awareness for those students who have a degree of proficiency in Spanish or are heritage speakers. The course promotes a greater awareness of the nuances of the Spanish language through discussions and readings centering on the history, politics, and the society and culture of the Spanish speaking world. The course prepares students to be global citizens through self-reflection and thoughtful exploration of Hispanic cultures and communities in the U.S. and abroad. The course will be conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 13 Survey of Mexican Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A course exploring Mexican cultural identity through the reading and discussion of major works in Mexican literature in translation from different historical periods. Close reading will guide the reader toward greater understanding and appreciation of the culture and history of Mexico. Selected readings from important authors such as Mariano Azuela, Juan Rulfo, Rosario Castellanos, Carlos Fuentes and Octavio Paz, among others.
SPAN 14 Latin American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A course studying the diverse cultures of Latin America through reading and discussion of major works of Latin American literature in translation from different historical periods. Selections will be made from different genres: novel, drama, poetry, and the essay. Students will learn to identify literary movements and recognize historical, cultural and artistic influences in the work of important authors such as Gabriela Mistral, Pablo Neruda, Jorge Luis Borges, Mario Vargas Llosa, and Gabriel Garcia Marquez.