French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin and Spanish Associate in Art
Mont St. Michel, France
Woman in "huipil", Yucatan, Mexico
Students planning to major in French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin (Classics) or Spanish at a four- year institution should follow the Black Hawk College Associate in Arts curriculum. The completion of the course of study outlined will satisfy graduation requirements of Black Hawk College. Since four-year institutions may require specific courses for a major in the above-named languages, students should consult with the counseling office at Black Hawk College for additional information.
Students taking these languages learn to listen, speak, read and write the foreign language (Latin has more emphasis on reading and writing). Conversations and tests cover a great variety of everyday situations and different cultural aspects. The study of the above-mentioned foreign languages includes the use of a basic text, a reader, a workbook, a laboratory manual, audio and video tapes, computer assisted instruction and research on the web.
The following foreign language courses fulfill the humanities of general education requirements at Black Hawk College and most colleges or universities to which students might transfer: Levels 202, 253 and 254. Many private four-year colleges and universities as well as certain state universities, require one to two years of foreign language for a bachelor of arts degree.
The knowledge of any of the above-mentioned foreign languages gives students the understanding of another culture and opens such vast treasures as literature, history, philosophy, art, and music.
While courses in this curriculum are offered on both campuses, students need to contact an advisor for more specific information on course availability.
Admissions Requirements High School graduate or equivalent
Enrollment Enrollment for summer and fall semesters begins in April. Enrollment for spring semester begins in November. Students are encouraged to register early to have a greater selection of courses and times available.
Desirable Background
Curiosity
Open mindedness
Dedication and consistency
Knowledge of English grammar
Verbal and linguistic skills
Suggested Course Study Outline
First Semester
ENG 101 Composition First Foreign Language 101 Mathematics Social Behavioral Sciences **Any other Foreign Language 101
Minimum total hours required for degree 64 * Japanese is a 5 credit hour course ** Strongly recommended course For all students registering in Spanish, the Spanish Placement Test is mandatory in order to enroll in the appropriate level.
This is only a suggested program and would not be appropriate for every student. Students should always consult with an academic advisor in choosing courses best suited to their needs and abilities. Additional Sources of Information
Professor Dorothy Beck Department Chairperson Black Hawk College QC. Campus Phone: 796-5426 Email:
Professor María C. Lucas-Murillo Lead-Instructor for Foreign Languages Black Hawk College QC Campus Phone: 796-5434 Email:
Patty Varner Director of Educational Services Black Hawk College, East Campus Phone: 852-6222 Email:
