AIFS Partnership Programs: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs

Courses

Courses taught by Dr. Ana Afzali

Humanities 127/Spanish 127 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Spanish Civilization (CSU/UC)
(This course is required of all students participating in the Spring in Spain program)
Spanish Civilization provides an interdisciplinary global understanding of the culture and history of Spain. The course critically analyzes contemporary Spanish society by examining the social and historical traditions and institutions that shape the Spanish way of life in the 20th century.

Spanish 101 (5 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Spanish I (CSU/UC)
A course in elementary Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation which focuses on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing (including spelling) simple Spanish and serves as an introduction to the geography, history, and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.

Spanish 102 (5 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Spanish II (CSU/UC)
Prerequisite: Spanish 101 or two years of high school Spanish
A further study of elementary Spanish grammar and vocabulary that develops understanding, speaking, reading and writing (including spelling) skills. This course provides opportunities to apply communication skills to new social, professional, and travel contexts. It explores the cultural heritage and civilization of Spain and Latin America through technology and level-appropriate readings. The class will be taught primarily in Spanish.

Spanish 140 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass) – LOCAL PROFESSOR
Beginning Conversational Spanish (CSU)
Prerequisite: Spanish 101 or one year of high school Spanish
This course is designed for students who wish to improve their oral speaking skills and expand their vocabulary in Spanish.

Spanish 141 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass) – LOCAL PROFESSOR
Intermediate Conversational Spanish (CSU)
Prerequisite: Spanish 102 or two years of high school Spanish
This course is designed for students who wish to further improve their oral proficiency in Spanish.

Spanish 201 (5 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass) - LOCAL PROFESSOR
Spanish III (CSU/UC)
Strongly recommended: Fluency in Spanish or completion of Spanish 102 This intermediate level course was created with both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language in mind. Current social themes and vocabulary support a comprehensive review of Spanish grammar. The discussion of contemporary cultural topics, the reading of authentic texts, and the development of writing skills are all features of this class that help all intermediate Spanish students to refine and enjoy using their language skills. Class is conducted primarily in Spanish. Note that Spanish 3 and 4 do not need to be taken in order.

Spanish 202 (5 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass) – LOCAL PROFESSOR
Spanish IV (CSU/UC)
Prerequisite: Spanish 201 or Fluency in Spanish
This intermediate level course was designed for both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language. Contemporary cultural topics and vocabulary will provide a context for the study of higher level Spanish gram- mar. Meaningful readings and the refinement of writing skills will help students to further develop their cultural and linguistic competence. This interactive course is conducted primarily in Spanish.

Spanish 210 (5 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass) - LOCAL PROFESSOR
Spanish for Native Speakers (CSU/UC)
Prerequisite: Oral Fluency in Spanish
This course is designed to help students who are fluent in spoken, informal Spanish, but who need to improve writing, reading and grammar skills. Emphasis on acquiring formal oral Spanish skills and a knowledge of Spanish and Latin American literature and culture. Equivalent to SPAN 201.

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Courses taught by Jack Call

Philosophy 101 (3 units-Grade Only)
Great Religions of the World (CSU/UC)
Great Religions of the World explores the historical development, principal ideas and major contributions of the world’s religions.

Philosophy 106 (3 units-Grade Only)
Introduction to Philosophy (CSU/UC)
This course introduces the student to the foundations of philosophy in terms of modes of critical thinking, significant problems, and a representative sampling of primary philosophical writings.

Philosophy 110 (3 units-Grade Only)
Philosophy Logic (CSU/UC)
Logic is a course introducing fundamental problems and principles of formal and informal logic, featuring proofs of validity, deductive and inductive reasoning, and detection and analysis of fallacies.

Philosophy 130 (3 units-Grade Only)
History of Ancient Philosophy (CSU/UC)
History of Ancient Philosophy is a study of selected works in ancient philosophy in the Western tradition, including the Pre-Socratic, the Sophists, Socrates and Plato, Aristotle, and some Greek and Roman philosophers after Aristotle.

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Courses taught by Gilbert Puga

Speech 100 (3 units-Grade Only)
Interpersonal Communication (CSU)
This course is an introduction to interpersonal communication, such as verbal and non-verbal face-to- face interactions, understanding messages sent and received, awareness and resolutions of communication barriers.

Speech 101 (3 units-Grade Only)
Public Address (CSU/UC)
An introductory course in communication and speaking skills, including the selection, preparation, and delivery of speeches for various/diverse audiences and situations. The goal will be the achievement of ethical, purposeful, and effective public speaking.

Speech 103 (3 units-Grade Only)
Argumentation and Debate (CSU/UC)
This is a course that covers basic theories, principles, and methods for various levels and forms of argumentation and debate. There will be preparation and presentation of practice debates on current issues.

Speech 106 (3 units-Grade Only)
Small Group Communication
Small group communication explores the principles, techniques, and uses of discussion in contemporary society. Training and practice in informal group discussion, panel discussion, symposium and forum.

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The following are distance education (online) courses offered in Salamanca

Students can enroll in ONE (1) distance education/ online course in Salamanca. Please be advised that the courses listed below are Citrus College online courses designed for a 16-week semester. They begin February 17 and end June 10, 2016.

Anthropology 212 (3 units Grade Only)
Introduction to Physical Anthropology (CSU/UC)
An introductory study of the biological origin of humans. The course will emphasize the biology of humans, human evolution, taxonomy, pre-human fossil identification, and adaptation to the environment. Note: Concurrent enrollment with ANTH 212L is required to receive lab science credit.

Anthropology 212L (1 unit-Grade Only)
Introduction to Physical Anthropology (CSU/UC)
This course is the lab component for Introduction to Physical Anthropology 212. In the lab students will have an expanded opportunity to work with anatomy, skeletal identification, taxonomy, and evolutionary trends. Note: Concurrent enrollment with ANTH 212 is required.

Art 103 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Art History and Appreciation – Renaissance to Rococo (CSU/UC)
This course covers the history of western art from the early Renaissance through the Rococo period. This course is concerned with both the history of art and the fundamentals of the appreciation of art.

Business 130 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Introduction to Business (CSU/UC)
This is a foundation course in business administration. It is recommended for all students planning further study in this field. Lecture, discussion and problems involve such topics as business finance, personnel, production, distribution, government regulations, and managerial controls.

Communication 100 (3 units-Grade Only)
Mass Media and Society (CSU/UC)
A survey and evaluation of mass media in economic, historical, political, psychological, and sociological terms. This course focuses on helping the media consumer understand the power and significance of mass communications: books, newspapers, magazines, radio, television, motion pictures, the Internet, public relations, and advertising. It discusses the rights and responsibilities and inter-relatedness of media in a diverse global society. Required for all communications and journalism majors; also a general interest course.

Economics 101 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
Principles of Macroeconomics (CSU/UC)
An introductory course that focuses on aggregate economic analysis. Topics include market systems; economic cycles including recession, unemployment and inflation; gross domestic product and national income accounts; money and the financial markets; monetary and fiscal policy; and international trade and finance.

History 107 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
History of the United States before 1877 (CSU/UC)
A survey of the political, economic and social development of the United States to 1877. This course meets the State requirement for American history and is designed for college transfer students.

History 108 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
History of the United States from 1877 (CSU/UC)
A survey of political, economic, diplomatic, and social development of the U.S. from 1877 to the present. This course meets the State requirement for American history and is designed for college transfer students.

Political Science 103 (3 units-Grade or Pass/No Pass)
American Government and Politics (CSU/UC)
This course deals with the origins and functions of the government of the United States with special emphasis on the background and causes of present problems. It meets the United States Constitution graduation requirement and includes local and state government.

Psychology 101 (3 units-Grade Only)
Introduction to Psychology (CSU/UC)
The course is an introduction to psychology as an empirical science involving a synthesis of theory and research within the domains of behavior, cognition and affect. Students are expected to work and participate using critical thinking skills, thoughtful analysis/ synthesis of readings, presentations and discussions within the class environment.

Sociology 201 (3 units-Grade Only)
Introduction to Sociology (CSU/UC)
Emphasis is placed on the study of the basic structure of human society, the main forces that hold groups together or weaken them, as well as conditions that transform social life, and basic social concepts.