The focus is on development of elementary proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Italian, with an introduction to cultures related to the Italian language. This course is equivalent to two years of high school Italian. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Continuation of Italian A180, with further development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency, and additional exploration of cultures related to the Italian language. This course is equivalent to three years of high school Italian. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: Italian A180 or completion of two years of high school Italian with a grade of 'C' or better. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in Italian. Extensive exposure to cultures related to the Italian language through authentic materials and group discussions on a variety of topics ranging from current events to global issues. Emphasis on cross-cultural understanding. Content differs each time. This course may be taken four times. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: One semester of college-level Italian. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Continuation of Italian A185, with further development of language skills at the intermediate level and exploration of cultures related to the Italian language. Additional emphasis on reading and writing, with an introduction to selected literary works. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: Italian A185. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Continuation of Italian A280, with further refinement of language skills at the intermediate level and investigation of cultures related to the Italian language in preparation for higher level specialized work. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: Italian A280. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.