Italian Course Descriptions
2011-12 General Catalog
Language Program
218 Cowell College
(831) 459-2054
http://language.ucsc.edu
Lower-Division Courses
1. Instruction in the Italian Language. F
Aural comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and laboratory. Check the quarterly Schedule of Classes for exact quarter(s) of offering. Elementary sequence (1-2-3) begins in fall quarter. The Staff
1A. Intensive Elementary Italian. W
Intensive instruction in elementary Italian language emphasizing oral fluency. Taken in conjunction with Italian 1B, the two courses are equivalent to levels 1-2-3. Accelerated pace allows a rapid mastery of grammar and syntax, giving the student a basic knowledge of Italian in only two quarters. The Staff
1B. Intensive Elementary Italian. S
Sequential to course 1A, completes the equivalent instruction offered through Italian 1-2-3. May not be taken by students who have completed Italian 1 or Italian 3. Open to students who have successfully completed either 1A or Italian 2; for students completing course 2, course 3 is preferable. The Staff
2. Instruction in the Italian Language. W
Aural comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and laboratory. Check the quarterly Schedule of Classes for exact quarter(s) of offering. Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite should meet with the instructor prior to the first class meeting. Prerequisite(s): course 1; or placement by examination.Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite should meet with the instructor prior to the first class meeting. The Staff
3. Instruction in the Italian Language. S
Aural comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and laboratory. Check the quarterly Schedule of Classes for exact quarter(s) of offering. Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite should meet with the instructor prior to the first class meeting. Prerequisite(s): course 2; or placement by examination. The Staff
4. Intermediate Italian. F
Short stories, articles, films, and newsclips are used as the basis for studying intermediate-level conversation and composition. Laboratory assignments involve use of the World Wide Web, conversations with native speakers, films and video clips. Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite at UCSC should meet with the instructor, preferably prior to the first class meeting, and take the placement examination. Prerequisite(s): course 1B or 3, or placement by examination. Enrollment limited to 25. (General Education Code(s): CC, IH.) The Staff
5. Intermediate Italian. W
Reading of Italian short stories and a play are used as basis for further study and refinement of oral and written skills at the intermediate level. Particular emphasis is placed on oral/written discussion of abstract ideas and topics, and on the study of different language registers/contexts. Laboratory work is regularly assigned. Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite at UCSC should meet with the instructor, preferably prior to the first class meeting and take the placement exam. Prerequisite(s): course 4 or placement by examination. Enrollment limited to 25. (General Education Code(s): CC, IH.) The Staff
6. Intermediate–Advanced Italian. S
Reading of first novel in the language and weekly viewing of Italian films serve as basis for oral reports and discussions on various aspects of Italian culture and civilization. Weekly assignments, three essays, and a paper on topics derived from or related to the text. Students interested in this course who have not taken the prerequisite at UCSC should meet with the instructor, preferably prior to the first class meeting, and take the placement examination. Prerequisite(s): course 5 or placement by examination. Enrollment limited to 25. (General Education Code(s): CC, IH.) The Staff
94. Group Tutorial. F,W,S
Provides a means for a small group of students to study a particular topic in consultation with a faculty sponsor. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
99. Tutorial. F,W,S
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
99F. Tutorial (2 credits). F,W,S
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
Upper-Division Courses
106. Italian Culture Through Film. S
Film is used as a medium through which images of Italians and their culture are disseminated, perpetuated, and crystallized. Students focus on pivotal issues in Italian culture, society, history, and politics, and develop an informed opinion on relevant issues in Italian studies. Students cannot receive credit for this course and Languages 80D. Prerequisite(s): course 6. May be repeated for credit. (General Education Code(s): CC.) G. Centineo
194. Group Tutorial. F,W,S
Provides a means for a small group of students to study a particular topic in consultation with a faculty sponsor. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
199. Tutorial. F,W,S
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
199F. Tutorial (2 credits). F,W,S
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
Revised: 8/13/12
