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Department of

Languages and Literatures

Latin Courses

Please read the placement policy of this department before enrolling in your first Latin class at USD or elsewhere.

LATN 101 First Semester Latin LATN 394 Topics in Language, Literature, or Culture
LATN 101 First Semester Latin LATN 493 Language Tutoring or Field Experience in Latin
LATN 201 Third Semester Latin LATN 499 Independent Study
LATN 202 Fourth Semester Latin
LATN 293 Language Tutoring or Field Experience in Latin
LATN 294 Topics in Language, Literature, or Culture

101 First Semester Latin / 3 units

Essentials of grammar and sentence structure. Study of culture and history through the reading of simple excerpts from Roman literature. This course is open only to those who have never studied Latin or students placed in this class through the department's placement process (see Web site).

102 Second Semester Latin / 3 units

A continuation of LATN 101. Translating brief sections of Latin authors and exploring various facets of Roman culture continue as the nucleus of the course. Prerequisite: LATN 101 or equivalent, or placement exam.

201 Third Semester Latin / 3 units

Grammar review. A more intense understanding of Roman experience and thought is achieved by analysis and translation of extended passages of Latin literature. This course satisfies the core curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: LATN 102 or equivalent, or placement exam. Every semester.

202 Fourth Semester Latin / 3 units

Introduction to Latin literature. Designed for those who have completed three semesters of the grammar sequence, this course exposes students to a variety of classical and medieval authors through graded readings. Review of grammar as needed. Emphasis on cultural and historical aspects. Prerequisite: LATN 201 or equivalent, or placement exam.

293 Language Tutoring or Field Experience in Latin / 1-3 units

Supervised participation in the department's Tutoring Program or placement in a community organization in which the student's skills in the target language are developed. Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor, department chair, or the language coordinator.

294 Topics in Language, Literature, or Culture / 3 units

Study at the lower-division level of a special topic in language, literature, or culture. This course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. If taught in English, this course may not fulfill the Core Curriculum language requirement. Consult with the instructor or the department chair. When offered, selected topics will be announced on the MySanDiego portal. Prerequisite: LATN 202 or approval of the instructor.

394 Topics in Language, Literature, or Culture / 3 units

Study at the third year level of a special topic in language, literature, or culture. This course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. If taught in English, this course may not fulfill the Core Curriculum language requirement. Consult with the instructor or the department chair. When offered, selected topics will be announced on the MySanDiego portal. Prerequisite: LATN 202 or approval of the instructor.

493 Language Tutoring or Field Experience in Latin / 1-3 units

Supervised participation in the department's Tutoring Program or placement in a community organization in which the student's skills in the target language are developed. Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor, department chair, or the language coordinator.

499 Independent Study / 1-3 units

A program arranged between the advanced student and the instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. Extensive reading and consultation are required, as well as preparation of reports to be assigned by the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and the department chair.