NC State Course Catalog

FLS-Foreign Language - Spanish

FLS 101	Elementary Spanish I	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
For students with little or no background or previous study of Spanish or those who place into course via Spanish placement exam. Development of communicative abilities within an integrated skill approach (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 102	Elementary Spanish II	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: FLS 101
Continuation of FLS 101. Development of communicative abilities within an integrated skills approach (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 105	Intensive Elementary Spanish	UNITS: 6 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
An intensive course equivalent to FLS 101 plus FLS 102. Development of communicative abilities within an integrated skills approach (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 110	Accelerated Elementary Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: A score of 14-24 on the Spanish placement exam is required for matriculation in this course
Contents of FLS 101 and FLS 102 at an accelerated pace, for students placed into the course based on results of the Spanish placement test. Development of communicative abilities within an integrated skills approach (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Introduction to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes extensive written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 201	Intermediate Spanish I	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: FLS 102,105 or 110
Continued development of communicative abilities for students with previous study of elementary level Spanish. Integrated skills approach (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Students will learn to function in everyday situations, expressing opinions and doubts, and narrating and describing in present, past, and future time, and will explore cultural issues through literary and other types of readings. Includes written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 202	Intermediate Spanish II	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer, Global Knowledge
Prerequisite: FLS 201
Development of communicative abilities at the intermediate level of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language proficiency scale, with an integrated skills approach (reading, writing, speaking, listening) and additional emphasis on knowledge and competence in the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes written and oral assignments of language structures and vocabulary. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Closed to native speakers of Spanish.



FLS 210	Accelerated Intermediate Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: A score of 25-30 on the Spanish placement exam is required for matriculation in this course
Content of FLS 102 and FLS 201 at an accelerated pace, for students placed into the course based on results of the Spanish placement test, or those with significant knowledge/experience with another Romance language. Substantial amount of work outside of class. Development of a balanced foundation in listening, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, and understanding Hispanic cultures.



FLS 212	Spanish: Language, Technology, Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring, Global Knowledge, Interdisciplinary Perspectives
Prerequisite: FLS 102, FLS 110, and FLS 105
A study of the language structures and vocabulary necessary for an intermediate level of communication in Spanish together with cultural and technical issues of our global society in the context of the Spanish-speaking world. Fulfills the FLS 201 requirement.



FLS 295	Intermediate Special Topics in Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: FLS 201
Special Topics in language and cultures of the Spanish speaking world for students at the intermediate (200) level. Includes courses taught in Spanish study abroad programs. Course may be taken up to three times.



FLS 331	Spanish Oral and Written Expression I	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 202
Development of speaking and writing skills at the Intermediate Mid to Intermediate High levels of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages proficiency scale, as well as listening/viewing and reading skills. Focus on sentence and paragraph-length discourse, narration and description in present, past, and future time frames within a variety of topics and contexts, and communication skills such as circumlocution. Course readings, video and discussion content center upon culturalaspects of the Spanish speaking world.



FLS 332	Spanish Oral and Written Expression II	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: FLS 331
Development of speaking and writing skills at the Intermediate High levels of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages proficiency scale, as well as listening/viewing and reading skills. Focus on paragraph-length discourse, narration and detailed description in present, past, and future time frames within a variety of topics and contexts, and communication skills such as circumlocution. Course readings, video and discussion content center upon cultural aspects of the Spanish speaking world.



FLS 333	The Sounds of Spanish	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 202
A study of the pronunciation and phonological system of Spanish, with the goals of improving student pronunciation and analyzing native Spanish pronunciation. Extensive practice in phonetic transcription and pronunciation, as well as phonetic/phonological dialect variation.



FLS 335	Spanish for Native and Heritage Speakers	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Native or heritage speaker of Spanish with Advanced or Superior proficiency on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Scale
This course is designed to meet the needs of native and heritage speakers of Spanish whose linguistic level is above that of our 200-level courses. Development of oral and writing skills at the Advanced-Mid through Superior levels of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages proficiency scale.



FLS 336	Spanish for Business	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 331
Business Spanish vocabulary and terminology. Emphasis on everyday spoken and written Spanish. Readings and discussions of business topics. Cross-cultural considerations relative to international business operations.



FLS 337	Spanish for Tourism in the Hispanic World	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 202
Exploration of the tourism industry in the Spanish speaking world from cultural-historical, geographic, and linguistic perspectives. Course can lead to Tourism Certificate in Spanish from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Spain.



FLS 340	Introduction to Hispanic Literatures and Cultures	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 331, Corequisite: FLS 332
Exploration of what literature is; what it means to read literature; and why one might be interested in analyzing literature. Introduction to literary terminology, as well as literary genres and movements in the Spanish language. Examination of social-cultural-historical contexts of Spain and Latin America, particularly matters of race, class, gender, and political ideas as they relate to literatures of the Spanish speaking world. Interpretation and analysis of literary texts, cultural institutions, and objects of national, mass, and popular cultures.



FLS 341	Literature and Culture of Spain I	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of medieval and early modern Spain (12th to 17th centuries). Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Spanish society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 342	Literature and Culture of Spain II	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of 18th and 19th century Spain. Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Spanish society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 343	Literature and Culture of Spain III	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of 20th and 21st century Spain. Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Spanish society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 351	Literature and Culture of Latin America I	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of Latin America from the pre-conquest, colonial and early-independence periods (15th to mid 19th centuries). Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Latin American society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 352	Literature and Culture of Latin America II	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of Latin America from the Mid 19th to the Mid 20th centuries. Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Latin American society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 353	Literature and Culture of Latin America III	UNITS: 3 - Global Knowledge, Humanities
Prerequisite: FLS 332; Corequisite: 340
Survey of literary and cultural contexts of Latin America since 1960. Examination of literary genres in connection with concurrent cultural and historical events. Exploration of literature as a reflection of the experiences and events meaningful to Latin American society during this time period. Emphasis on the ways in which literature and other cultural artifacts give voice to value systems, traditions, and beliefs.



FLS 360	Hispanic Cinema	UNITS: 3 - Visual & Performing Arts, Global Knowledge
Prerequisite: FLS 331 and Corequisite FLS 332
Survey of the major contributions of Hispanic cinema from its origins to the present. Analysis of film as an artistic medium and as the cinematic representation of Hispanic histories and cultures. Reading, discussions, and viewing of films by representative directors.



FLS 395	Special Topics in Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: FLS 202
Special Topics in language and cultures of the Spanish speaking world for students at the 300 level. Includes courses taught in Spanish study abroad programs. Course may be taken up to three times.



FLS 399	Intensive Spanish Oral Proficiency Workshop	UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: 12 Hours of 300-level Spanish
Extensive conversation centered upon the communicative functions of the intermediate high to advanced levels of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Scale. Assignments will include listening/viewing and speaking tasks to support in class activities. Designed to help Spanish majors to achieve the intermediate high oral proficiency level required for graduation. This is a 5-week course. Departmental permission is required.



FLS 400	Methods and Techniques in Spanish Translation and Interpretation	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300 level Spanish
Study and practical application of theory, methods and techniques of translation based on materials relevant to various fields and professions.



FLS 401	Spanish For Graduate Students	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Basic Spanish grammar, with special attention to characteristics of formal expository style, and illustrative readings. Study of extracts from scholarly publications in students' areas of research. Prepares students to take the graduate foreign language certification exam.



FLS 402	Introduction to Spanish Linguistics	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300 level Spanish
Introduction to fundamental terminology and concepts in the study of linguistics. Overview of the Spanish phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics and historical linguistics.



FLS 405	Spanish-English Comparative Grammar	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300 level Spanish
Analysis of the linguistic and grammatical structure (phonology, morphology, syntax, and discourse) of English and Spanish in order to develop a deeper understanding of how both linguistic systems function in similar and different ways.



FLS 411	Topics in the Culture of Spain	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300-level Spanish
Exploration of particular themes related to the culture of Spain, with culture broadly defined as history, social and political aspects of society, as well as human and artistic expression including use of language, literary production, performance,print, and electronic media. Themes in this course expand upon those introduced in the 300 level of the Spanish curriculum. Class discussion and assignments require greater depth and sophistication than introduction to literature and culture courses of the 300 level.



FLS 412	Topics in the Culture of Latin America and the Caribbean	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300-level Spanish
Exploration of particular themes related to the culture of Latin America and the Caribbean, with culture broadly defined as history, social and political aspects of society, as well as human and artistic expression including use of language, literary production, performance, print, and electronic media. Themes in this course expand upon those introduced in the 300 level of the Spanish curriculum. Class discussion and assignments require greater depth and sophistication than introduction to literature and culture courses of the 300 level.



FLS 413	Spain and the Americas in Transatlantic Perspective	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300-level Spanish
Exploration of key moments of communication, exchange and conflict between the different parts of the Spanish speaking world, from the point of contact between imperial Spain and the indigenous civilizations of the "New World". Examination of the commonalities and distinctions of the quest for independence, modernity and democracy. Analysis of immigration across national frontiers in the present day Hispanic World and greater American continent.



FLS 492	Seminar in Hispanic Studies	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300 level Spanish
Advanced seminar on a specific area of Hispanic studies (topics vary), leading to a major term paper and/or a series of essays by the student.



FLS 495	Advanced Special Topics in Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: 12 credits of 300-level Spanish
Advanced special topics in language and cultures of the Spanish speaking world for students at the 400 level. Includes courses taught in Spanish study abroad programs. Course may be taken up to three times.



FLS 500	Methods and Techniques in Spanish Translation	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Prerequisite: Advanced Knowledge of Spanish
Study and practical application of theory, methods and techniques of translation based on materials relevant to various fields and professions.



FLS 502	Linguistic Structure of Spanish	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 208 or 308; FLS 310 or 311
Introduction to fundamental terminology and concepts in the study of linguistics. Overview of the Spanish sound system (phonology), principle of word formation such as derivation and inflection (morphology), structure and grammatical relations of phrases and sentences (syntax), as well as the relationship between linguistic levels.



FLS 503	Spanish Applied Linguistics	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
Overview of prominent theoretical perspectives in the acquisition of Spanish as a second language. Application of theory to the learning and teaching of Spanish language. Analysis of issues in the acquisition of Spanish phonology, morphosyntax, semantics and pragmatics.



FLS 504	Spanish Language Change and Variation	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Alternate Even Years
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
Overview of phonological and morphosyntactic change from Latin to modern Spanish. Linguisitic exploration of social and geographic dimensions Spanish language variation. Examination of issues of Spanish/English contact in the United States, including bilingualism and bilingual education.



FLS 509	Spanish Phonetics and Phonology	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only
A theoretical introduction to the phonetics and phonological system of Spanish. Topics covered include articulatory phonetics, narrow and broad transcription, and the analysis of linguistic data with the goal of understanding the underlying system of Spanish sounds. Current topics in Spanish phonology are included. Must hold graduate standing or gain permission of instructor.



FLS 510	Spanish Dialectology	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 502 Lingustic Structure of Spanish or permission of instructor.
Overview of geographic linguistic variation in the Spanish-speaking world. Data from phonetics/phonology and morpho-syntax will form the basis of study. Topics include: the development of dialect differences, dialects and languages of the Iberian peninsula, and Spanish usage in Latin America. Spanish as a world language in Africa and Asia, as well as indigenous influences on Spanish, are also covered. Must hold graduate standing or gain permission of instructor.



FLS 511	Spanish Sociolinguistics	UNITS: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 502 (Linguistic Structure of Spanish)
Overview of synchronic linguistic variation in the Spanish-speaking world. The social stratification of language in Spanish speaking communities according to social class, gender, and age will be explored. The contribution of these factors to language change among Spanish speakers in the Americas and Spain will also be explored.



FLS 519	Childrens' Literature of Spain Since 1950	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only, Offered Alternate Even Years
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
Both traditional children's lore and trends and issues in contemporary literature of Spain for ages 0-15. Picture books, poetry, theater, and narrative fiction in written, graphic, filmic, and electronic modes, in cultural context. Ways to engage children with literature in and outside the classroom.



FLS 520	Spanish American Women Writers	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only, Offered Alternate Odd Years
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
A study of some of the major Spanish American Women Writers within the contexts of their times. From the colonial period, through Independence to contemporary Spanish America, we will examine the topics of feminism, history, politics, sexuality, national identity, and society as expressed by these women authors. This course focuses on the narrative genre.Course taught in Spanish.



FLS 525	Poetry and Politics in Latin America	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring, Offered Alternate Even Years
Prerequisite: FLS 492;Admission into the M.A. Program in Spanish
This course examines the poetry of Octavio Paz, Cesar Vallejo, and pablo Neruda from the 1930s to the 1950s and covers the aesthetic and political debates regarding realism, surrealism and socialist realism in Europe and Latin America. The focus ison the relationship between literary form and politics. Course is offered in Spanish.



FLS 526	Cultures, discourses and practices in early modern Spain	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Alternate Even Years
Overview of early modern Spanish short fiction, theatre, and the reflection of these genres in the everyday practices and cultural discourse of Imperial Spain. Taught in Spanish. Graduate status or permission of instructor.



FLS 527	Spanish Golden Age Theater	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Alternate Odd Years
Overview of Spanish Golden Age theater as a vehicle of political propaganda and moral education in seventeenth century Spain. Taught in Spanish. Graduate status or permission by instructor.



FLS 530	The Cultural Production of Spanish Democracy	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only, Offered Alternate Odd Years
Challenges, contradictions, accomplishments, and shortcomings in the political, social, economic, cultural, and literary dimensions of Spain in the last quarter of the 20th century. Treatment of literary texts, historical and journalistic documents, critical and theoretical essays, as well as fiction and non-fiction films, music, and other products of popular and mass culture since 1975. Particular attention to significant cultural events such as the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, and the celebration of the 500th anniversary of the "Discovery" of America. Must hold graduate standing.



FLS 592	Graduate Seminar in Hispanic Studies	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Hispanic Studies;M.A. students in Hispanic Studies
A concentrated study of genres, periods or other special topics in Hispanic Studies to be determined as needed in the departmental program. Rotating topics on literature and/or culture; may be taken more than once for credit.



FLS 595	Special Topics in Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
In depth exploration of specialized topics in Spanish literature, culture or language. Also used to test and develop new courses.Course taught in Spanish.



FLS 630	Independent Study in Spanish	UNITS: 1-3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Individualized study in Spanish language or literature at the graduate level. Topic and mode of study to be determined in consultation with the faculty member supervising work.



FLS 675	Special Project in Spanish	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: Student must be in final semester of his or her program
Individual project in Spanish language or literature at the graduate level. Topic and mode of study to be determined in consultation with student's project advisory committee within the parameters of specific options.



FLS 688	Non-Thesis Masters Continuous Registration - Half Time Registration	UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: Master's student
For students in non-thesis master's programs who have completed all credit hour requirements for their degree but need to maintain half-time continuous registration to complete incomplete grades, projects, final master's exam, etc.



FLS 689	Non-Thesis Master Continuous Registration - Full Time Registration	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite: Master's student
For students in non-thesis master's programs who have completed all credit hour requirements for their degree but need to maintain full-time continuous registration to complete incomplete grades, projects, final master's exam, etc. Students may register for this course a maximum of one semester.



FLS 743	History of Spanish and Language	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Alternate Even Years
Prerequisite: FLS 502, FLS 509 or equivalent
Overview of historical evolution of modern Spanish from spoken Latin. Data from phonetics/phonology/and morpho-syntax form the basis of study. Theories of language change also addressed. Graduate status or instructor permission required. Graduate Standing.



FLS 790	Special Topic in Hispanic Studies	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer
In depth exploration of specialized topics in Spanish literature, culture or language. Also used to test and develop new courses. May be taken more than once for credit. Graduate Standing.



FLS 792	Seminar in Hispanic Studies	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Alternate Even Years
A concentrated study of genres, periods or other special topics in Hispanic Studies to be determined as needed in the departmental program. Rotating topics on literature and/or culture; may be taken more than once for credit. Graduate Standing.



FLS 793	Studies in Golden Age Literature and Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only, Offered Every Third Semester
Explores how sixteenth-and-seventeenth century Spanish literature and historiography reflect on the emergence of Spain as a politically unified nation. Focus on foundation discourses, the voice of excluded minorities, and the historical events that threatened this unity. Topics include: nation and narration, culture authority, state propaganda, Moriscos, women, the advent capitalism, and rebellion of the Moors of Granada. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 794	Don Quijote	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only
Places Don Quijote de la Mancha in its cultural and historical setting, illuminates aspects that non-native readers may find obscure, and shows its importance for understanding early modern Spanish society and culture. Demonstrates how Cervantes' text reflects on fiction, reading, writing, and how the concern about literature is discussed amidst a time when society underwent substantial changes. Topics include; literary reflections on ideological formations, political and economic structures, ethnicity and gender. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 795	Studies in 19th Century Spanish Literature and Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Examines the commonalities and distinctions of the quest for independence, modernity and democracy in Latin America and Spain in the 19th century. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 796	Studies in 20th and 21st Century Spanish Literature and Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only
A cultural studies-oriented inquiry into selected topics pertinent to contemporary (20th & 21st centuries) Peninsular Spanish literature and culture. Literary and/or cinematic texts are studies in their socio-historical context and in relation to issues of class, gender, ethnicity, and political ideology. Course requires graduate standing. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 797	Studies in Colonial Latin American Literature and Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Exploration of the role of literature, material artifacts and public display that reinforce culture heritage and national identity from the colonial period through 19th century Latin America. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 798	Studies in 20th and 21st Century Latin American Literature and Culture	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall Only
Analysis of the major literature, films, and/or literary movements in their historical context in Laitn America in the Twentieth and Twent-First Centuries. May be repeated for credit. (Maimum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.



FLS 799	Seminar in Literature and Culture of One Latin American Country	UNITS: 3 - Offered in Spring Only
Analysis of the most representative literature and culture in one Latin American country in a given historical period. May be repeated for credit. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graduate Standing.