Spanish
12 courses · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 100
Practice and integration of pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, common idioms, listening, speaking, reading, and writing techniques for the expression of ideas orally and in writing. Introduction to Hispanic culture. Designated sections focus on skills for Spanish speakers. Spanish 101 is equivalent to two years of high school Spanish.
SPAN 101H Honors Elementary Spanish I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- A college GPA or high school GPA for first term college students of 3.0 or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 100
Enhanced and intensive practice and integration of pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, common idioms, listening, speaking, reading, and writing techniques for the expression of ideas orally and in writing. Enriched introduction of Hispanic culture. Note: Some sections are designated for Spanish speakers. Spanish 101H is equivalent to two years of high school Spanish.
SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 101 or SPAN 101H or two years of high school with a passing grade. All Cal State and UC universities Spanish programs require a minimum grade of C in Spanish 101 or two years in high school with a passing grade.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 110
A college-level Spanish class focusing on further training in language skills providing avenues for the expression of ideas orally and in writing. Additional study of Hispanic culture. Designated sections focus on skills for Spanish speakers. Spanish 102 is equivalent to the third year of high school Spanish.
SPAN 102H Honors Elementary Spanish II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- A college GPA or high school GPA for first term college students of 3.0 or higherPrerequisite: Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 101 or SPAN 101H All Cal State and UC universities have the same prerequisites for Spanish 102H.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 110
Further enhanced and intensive training in language skills for the expression of ideas orally and in writing. Additional enriched study of Hispanic culture. Note: Some sections are designated for Spanish speakers. Spanish 102H is equivalent to the third year of high school Spanish.
SPAN 195A Advanced Conversational Spanish
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 102 or SPAN 102H
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Further development of conversational skills. Review of language structures as well as reinforcement of new vocabulary and idioms through discussions of reading selections dealing with historical and current events to deepen appreciation of Hispanic cultures.
SPAN 195B Advanced Conversational Spanish
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 195A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of development of conversational skills. Provides avenues for the expression of ideas introduced in literary and current event readings through discussions and class presentations to deepen appreciation of Hispanic cultures.
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 102 or SPAN 102H or three years of high school Spanish with a passing grade. These prerequisites are also required in Cal State and UC Spanish universities.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 200
A college level Spanish class focusing on expansive review of usage and grammar, discussions of interpretive readings, conversation, and composition.
SPAN 201H Honors Intermediate Spanish I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- A college GPA or high school GPA for first term college students of 3.0 or higherPrerequisite: Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 102 or SPAN 102H or three years of high school Spanish with a passing grade. All four year public universities, Cal State and University of California Spanish Programs require the same prerequisites for Intermediate Spanish level course.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 200
An enriched exposure of Hispanic history, culture, and literature in a seminar setting. In-depth analysis of grammatical structures. Further use of argumentative oral strategies. Enhanced development of conversation and composition. Independent research by students to use/evaluate library and electronic information sources.
SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 201 or SPAN 201H or four years of high school Spanish with a passing grade. All Cal State and UC Spanish programs have the same requirements listed at Santa Ana College.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 210
A college-level Spanish class focusing on expansive review of usage and grammar; discussions in Spanish of interpretive reading materials; conversation and composition.
SPAN 202H Honors Intermediate Spanish II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- A college GPA or high school GPA for first term college students of 3.0 or higherPrerequisite: Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 201 or SPAN 201H
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SPAN 210
An enriched exposure of Hispanic history, culture, and literature in a seminar setting. In-depth analysis of grammatical structures. Enhanced development of conversation and composition. Further use of argumentative oral strategies. Independent research by students to use/evaluate library and electronic information sources.
SPAN 212 College Business Spanish
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 202 or SPAN 202H or four years of high school Spanish with a grade of C or better. or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A course designed to give intermediate level students a solid foundation in business vocabulary, basic business and cultural concepts, and provide practice of real-life situations necessary to be successful in today's Spanish-speaking business world. The course is designed for students majoring in Spanish, International Studies, and/or International Business.
SPAN 213 College Spanish Composition
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: SPAN 201 or SPAN 201H or four years of high school Spanish with a passing grade.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Writing of compositions through discussions, interpretive readings, and analysis of authentic materials and literary texts. Selective review of grammar.