Latin

DR. BENJAMIN S. HALLER

*See also Classical Studies.

Minor Requirements: Latin

COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE

Three courses in Latin (at least two at 300/400 level) Two other courses designated as CLAS, LATN, or GREK (for Greek, contact the Classics Coordinator), or other courses dealing with the ancient world from other rubrics, as approved by the Classics Coordinator. One of these must be at the 300 or 400 level.

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED:

*At least 12 of the 20 semester hours must be at the 300-400 level.

SEMESTER HOURS

12

8

20

LATIN COURSES (LATN)

111 Beginning Latin I (4)

Introduces the elements of the language of the Ancient Romans: vocabulary, syntax, and grammar. Students learn how to translate sentences and short stories. Focuses on translation and reading skills. Offered every year.

112 Beginning Latin II (4)

Introduces the elements of the language of the Ancient Romans: vocabulary, syntax, and grammar. Students learn how to translate sentences and short stories. Focuses on translation and reading skills. Prerequisite: LATN 111. May be used toward fulfillment of the language requirement. Offered every year.

213 Intermediate Latin (4)

Introduces students to advanced grammar as they read a real Latin text such as the poems of Catullus or the speeches of Cicero. The primary goal is to gain facility in reading Latin, but the course also introduces students to ancient Roman literary aesthetics and culture. Focuses on translation and reading skills rather than speaking/listening skills. May be used toward fulfillment of the language requirement. Prerequisite: LATN 112 or equivalent. Offered every year.

305 Topics in Latin Prose (4)

Reading and translation from one or more Latin prose authors arranged by author (e.g., Apuleius) or by topic or genre (e.g., the Roman novel, Arthurian legends, etc.). May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. Prerequisite: LATN 213 or placement. Offered on demand.

306 Topics in Latin Poetry (4)

Reading and translation from one or more Latin poets, arranged by author (e.g., Virgil) or by topic or genre (e.g., lyric, epic). May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. Prerequisite: LATN 213 or placement. LATN 305 is not a prerequisite. Offered on demand.

471 Practicum in the Teaching of Latin (4)

A workshop that introduces advanced students of Latin to current teaching methods in the language. Students serve as assistants in Elementary Latin while meeting regularly with the instructor to gain hands-on experience in the practical aspects of teaching Latin. Ordinarily taken in the semester prior to EDUC 445/446. Prerequisites: LATN 305 or 306 and consent. Offered on demand.