2012-2013 TMCC College Catalog
D-101
SOCIOLOGY
Introduction to Statistical Methods
SOC 210
4.00
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or PSY 101; MATH 096 or equivalent or qualifying Accuplacer, ACT/SAT test results.
Same as PSY 210. Practice with statistical methods especially useful in the presentation and interpretation of psychological, sociological
and educational data. Includes elementary computer application.
Social Science Research Methods
SOC 240
3.00
Prerequisite: None
An overview of the methods and analytical techniques used in the research of social phenomena. Emphasis will be on the design and
execution of research.
Introduction to Social Psychology
SOC 261
3.00
Prerequisite: None
Nature of the person and interpersonal relationships, their formation and maintenance and their institutional, ideological and societal
contexts; empirical examination of beliefs, attitudes, influence. Same as PSY 261.
Introduction to Marriage and the Family
SOC 275
3.00
Prerequisite: None
Sex roles, dating patterns, mate selection, marital interaction; alternative forms of marriage and family life.
Aging in Modern American Society
SOC 276
3.00
Prerequisite: None
The psychological and sociological development and the changes attendant to the process of aging in society; theory and research in the
field, implications for social policy and perspectives on death and dying. Same as PSY 276.
SPANISH
Basics of Spanish I
SPAN 101
3.00
Prerequisite: None
A basic course emphasizing spoken communication. Course assumes that students have had no prior formal training. Writing, listening and
reading skills will be explored. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the
Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Basics of Spanish II
SPAN 102
3.00
Prerequisite: SPAN 101.
A continuation of Spanish 101. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the
Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
First Year Spanish I
SPAN 111
4.00
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to the language through the development of language skills and through structural analysis. Includes an introduction to
Spanish and Latin American cultures. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 111.
First Year Spanish II
SPAN 112
4.00
Prerequisite: SPAN 111 or equivalent.
A continuation of Spanish 111. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 112.
Special Topics in Spanish
SPAN 198
0.50 - 6.00
Prerequisite: None
Various short courses and experimental classes covering a variety of subjects. The course will be a variable credit of one-half to six credits
depending on the course content and number of hours required. The course may be repeated for up to six credits. This course may not
transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Second Year Spanish I
SPAN 211
3.00
Prerequisite: SPAN 112.
Structural review, conversation and writing, readings in modern literature. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 211.
Second Year Spanish II
SPAN 212
3.00
Prerequisite: SPAN 211.
A continuation of Spanish 211. This course transfers to UNR as SPAN 212.
A Cultural Perspective: Spain...New Mexico
SPAN 225
3.00
Prerequisite: None
A perspective of cultural diversity in Spain and the American Southwest. This course will introduce the differing cultures of Spain within a
historical context. Students will look closely at the intertwining of art, religion and history during the Middle Ages, focusing on the
Camino de Santiago, the St. James pilgrimage route across northern Spain that is still traveled today. The course will include a study of the
influence of the Moors upon the language, art and philosophy of Spain. It will trace the first Spanish explorers as they brought the
traditions of the Old World into New Mexico, before the founding of Jamestown. This blending of the Spanish and Pueblo culture has
resulted in the uniqueness of the Southwest today. The course will be taught in English and is the same as Humanities 225.
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TMCC College Catalog 2012-2013
* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.