{
  "college": "las-positas-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "SPAN",
  "name": "Spanish",
  "sourceUrl": "https://laspositas.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/1097/1125/1200",
  "courses": [
    {
      "code": "SPAN 1A",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "1A",
      "title": "Beginning Spanish",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "90 hours lecture",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 100"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This introductory level course offers a balanced approach to language and culture. It will enable students to begin speaking, reading and writing elementary level Spanish as well as understanding the spoken language as they explore the culture and countries of the Spanish-speaking world. Students are introduced to concepts of grammar, vocabulary and verb tenses in a variety of auditory, visual and written contexts.",
      "notes": [
        "Recommended Course Preparation: ENGL C1000",
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "summer-2026",
          "name": "Summer 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/las-positas-college/schedule/summer-2026/span/#span-1a"
        },
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/las-positas-college/schedule/fall-2026/span/#span-1a"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "SPAN 1B",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "1B",
      "title": "Elementary Spanish",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "90 hours lecture",
      "prerequisite": "SPAN 1A",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 110"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This is the second semester of the introductory level course. It continues to offer a balanced approach to language and culture. It enables students to continue learning to speak, read and write elementary level Spanish as well as to understand the spoken language as they explore the culture and countries of the Spanish-speaking world. Students continue to review and improve upon concepts of grammar, vocabulary and verb tenses in a variety of auditory, visual and written contexts. The course will continue to examine the culture of the Spanish-speaking world.",
      "notes": [
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/las-positas-college/schedule/fall-2026/span/#span-1b"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "SPAN 2A",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "2A",
      "title": "Intermediate Spanish I",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "72 hours lecture",
      "prerequisite": "SPAN 1B",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 200"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This course covers a review of grammar, reading of contemporary literature, practice in conversation and composition, and discussion of cultural topics.",
      "notes": [
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Cal-GETC: 3B",
        "LPC-GE: 3",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "SPAN 2B",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "2B",
      "title": "Intermediate Spanish II",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "72 hours lecture",
      "prerequisite": "SPAN 2A",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 210"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "A course covering the reading of contemporary works, advanced review of grammar emphasis on speaking and composition, and further discussion of cultural topics.",
      "notes": [
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Cal-GETC: 3B",
        "LPC-GE: 3",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "SPAN 21",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "21",
      "title": "Spanish for Spanish Speakers I",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "90 hours lecture",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 220"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This course is designed for bilingual students whose heritage language is Spanish and for linguistically qualified students. Culture, language structures, basic fundamentals of grammar and composition, and oral and written communication are included in this course. The course provides students with instruction that builds upon their existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, and their cultural heritage and knowledge. The course increases awareness of linguistic registers and introduces a broad range of vocabulary. The course will allow students to discuss topics beyond their familiar routine and enhance their knowledge of Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish speaking countries and in the United States. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish.",
      "notes": [
        "Enrollment Limitation: Spanish heritage speaker proficiency or the equivalent intermediate level as assessed.",
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Cal-GETC: 3B",
        "LPC-GE: 3",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "SPAN 22",
      "subject": "SPAN",
      "number": "22",
      "title": "Spanish for Spanish Speakers II",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "90 hours lecture",
      "prerequisite": "SPAN 21",
      "cid": [
        "SPAN 230"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This course is designed for bilingual students whose heritage language is Spanish and for linguistically qualified students who wish to continue to improve their development of writing and reading skills in Spanish through literary analysis. It continues to provide students with instruction that builds upon the students' existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, and cultural knowledge. The course will continue to help students increase awareness of linguistic registers, discuss topics beyond the students' familiar routine and expand upon appreciation for Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish speaking countries and in the United States. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish: oral fluency in Spanish is strongly recommended.",
      "notes": [
        "Credit - Degree Applicable",
        "Grading Option: Optional",
        "Cal-GETC: 3B",
        "LPC-GE: 3",
        "Language Other Than English"
      ],
      "offered": []
    }
  ]
}