WORLD LANGUAGES

TEXTBOOK REQUIREMENTS - LANGUAGE CLASSES

Basic/Intermediate foreign language classes require a textbook which may be purchased in person at the CCBC Catonsville (443-840-4159) or CCBC Essex (443-840-1561) bookstore, or online. For CCBC Owings Mills, contact the Catonsville bookstore; for CCBC Hunt Valley contact the Essex bookstore (443-840-1561). To shop online, go to the Quick Links menu at www.ccbcmd.edu . For information/advisement about the Foreign Language programs, contact Thu SchaeffeR(9am - 5pm) at 410-465-1285 or e-mail: tschaeffer@ccbcmd.edu.

ARABIC

FLC 568
Introduction to Arabic
Discuss Arabic language and culture. No previous experience necessary. Topics include the Arabic alphabet, basic pronunciation, simple vocabulary - greetings, identification, numbers, days of week, use of indefinite article and overview of Arabic-speaking cultures. Textbook required for first class. See Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 569
Arabic Language 1A
Develop basic skills in the Arabic language. Topics include short sentences and sentence structure, basic verb conjugation, short beginning dialogs and elements of Arabic-speaking cultures. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 570 Arabic Language 1B
Continue to develop basic skills in the Arabic language. Topics include short sentences and sentence structure, basic verb conjugation, short beginning dialogs and elements of Arabic-speaking cultures. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

CHINESE

FLA 222
Basic Chinese Language: Mandarin Part I
Take the first steps in listening and speaking the Mandarin form of Chinese. Practice reading, writing and conversational skills. Obtain an introduction to the Chinese culture through the centuries. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 020
Basic Chinese Language: Mandarin Part II
Expand upon an introductory working knowledge of the Pinyin Pronunciation System in this second level course. Emphasis is placed on enhancing listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 564
Basic Chinese Language: Mandarin Part III
Continue instruction in the Mandarin form of the Chinese language. Topics include improving listening, speaking, reading and writing skills; emphasizing written and oral assignments and Chinese history and culture. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FRENCH

FLA 081
Getting Started with French
Learn to communicate in basic French. Course objectives address basic conversational needs including simple vocabulary, greetings and salutations, introductions, common cultural aspects of French speaking
countries, the surname system, customs and strategies for developing language. Course cost includes text and CD for practice.
Total Cost: $99 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $69)

FLC 427
Basic French 1A
Become familiar with basic French. Emphasis is on pronunciation, reading and conversational skills. The present tense of regular and some common irregular verbs is introduced. Learn how to construct sentences in the affirmative, negative and interrogative forms and use them in their conversation. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 428
Basic French 1B
Continue the study of pronunciation, reading and writing, but with more emphasis on conversational skills using the present tense of regular and irregular verbs. A good refresher course for individuals with some prior language experience. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 429
Basic French 2A
Build on skills acquired in Levels 1A and 1B and gain an understanding of the present tense of stem changing verbs. Continue the study of pronunciation, reading and conversational skills. Intended for individuals comfortable in using the present tense of all regular verbs and some common irregular verbs in the affirmative, negative, and interrogative forms. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements. Prerequisite: French 1A and 1B.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 211
Intermediate French - Part I
Build on skills acquired in Basic French from Part 1 through Part 4B. A background experience to starting intermediate French (Part 2). Emphasis continues on improving verbal ability and understanding basic structures. Before taking this course, new students should be able to comfortably use the present, past (l'imparfait and le passi compose) and future tenses of regular and irregular verbs and be familiar with the concept and the present tense of the subjunctive. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

FLA 212
Intermediate French - Part II
Strengthen oral and written communication skills. Before taking this course, new students should be able to comfortably use the present, past and future tenses of regular, irregular and reflexive verbs as well as uses of the subjunctive in past and present tenses. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

FLC 075
Advanced French Language
Acquire a broader vocabulary and improve command of the language by building on a solid background in French. Review of advanced grammatical structures. New students should consult with the instructor before enrolling for this course.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

GERMAN

FLA 115
Basic German 1A
Explore German language and culture. Topics include basic pronunciation; present tense of regular verbs; common irregular verbs and sentence construction with affirmative, negative and interrogative. Intended for students with no previous experience. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 058
Basic German Part II
Continue the study of German through emphasis on past tense verb forms and reading short selections in German. Intended for those able to speak and write using the present tense. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 118
Basic German 3B
Learn to use the future and conditional tenses of all verbs: regular, irregular, stem-changing and reflexive verbs as well as the use of direct/indirect pronouns. Topics include future tense of all verbs; conditional tense of all verbs; direct/indirect pronouns and increased reading, writing and conversational skills. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

ITALIAN

FLA 078
Getting Started with Italian
Learn to communicate in basic Italian. Course objectives address basic conversational needs including simple vocabulary, greetings and salutations, introductions, common cultural aspects of Italy, the surname system, customs and strategies for developing language. Course cost includes text and CD for practice..
Total Cost: $99 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $69)

FLA 114
Basic Italian 4A
Explore common idiomatic expressions with verbs and common expressions with prepositions as well as the uses of negation and negative expressions. Prepare for Intermediate Italian by increasing skills in pronunciation, basic grammar, reading, writing, and conversational skills. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

JAPANESE

FLC 521
Elementary Japanese Language I
Explore the basic elements of the Japanese language structure by listening, reading, writing, conversing and discussing. Learn about and experience the art, artifacts, music and overall contributions of Japanese society to world civilization. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 057
Elementary Japanese Language II
Draw upon prior formal or informal exposure to the Japanese language and review, practice and acquire new skills in writing, reading and oral communication. Explore Japanese culture in art, music, history and more as a backdrop for improving language skills. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 068
Elementary Japanese Language III
Build on previously studied vocabulary, reading, syntax (regular and irregular verbs and adjectives), writing and conversational skills while examining the present tense of stem changing verbs, past tense and adjectives. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

LATIN

FLA 104
Introduction to Latin
Explore the basic elements of the Latin language to show the influence it had on the development of modern languages, current uses for Latin, terminology and cultural references. You'll cover basic Latin Grammar, its influence on other languages and words, and more. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

KOREAN

FLA 117
Introduction to Korean
Gain an introduction to the Korean language. Topics include the Korean alphabet; basic pronunciation; simple vocabulary, greetings, identification, numbers and days of week; use of indefinite article and overview of Korean-speaking cultures. Intended for students with no previous experience. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

POLISH

FLA 055
Basic Polish Part I
Begin to obtain an understanding of Polish by emphasizing vocabulary, correct pronunciation, reading, writing and conversational skills and examining the history and culture of Poland. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

PORTUGUESE

FLA 080
Getting Started with Portuguese
Learn to communicate in basic Portuguese. Address basic conversational needs including simple vocabulary, greetings and salutations, introductions, common cultural aspects of Portuguese speaking countries, the surname system, customs and strategies for developing language. Course cost includes text and CD for practice.
Total Cost: $99 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $69)

FLC 573
Basic Portuguese 1A
Learn the basics of the Portuguese language. Topics include basic pronunciation, present tense of regular verbs, common irregular verbs, sentence construction, and affirmative, negative and interrogative.
Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 075
Basic Portuguese 2A
Continue to review information from Portuguese 1A & 1B. Reflexive verbs, the past tense, direct objects and adverbs will be introduced. Emphasis placed on pronunciation, reading, conversational skills and cultural/historical information. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Prerequisite: Portuguese 1A & 1B.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 116
Basic Portuguese 3A
Learn the imperfect tense and formal/informal command tenses in Portuguese. Emphasis is placed on improved and increased pronunciation, grammar, reading, writing and conversational skills from previous levels. Topics include improved pronunciation; increased reading, writing and conversational skills; use of imperfect tense and use of formal/informal command tenses. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

RUSSIAN

FLC 127
Basic Russian
Experience Russian language by learning the fundamentals of the Russian alphabet and continuing through the basics of reading, writing and speaking this language. Explore the history and cultural contributions of Russian society and work toward mastery of basic conversational skills. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

SIGN LANGUAGE

FLC 431
Sign Language 1
Learn basic signs, finger spelling, numbers and nonverbal communication associate with American Sign Language. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

SPANISH

FLA 083
Getting Started With Spanish
Learn to communicate in basic Spanish. Course objectives address basic conversational needs including simple vocabulary, greetings and salutations, introductions, common cultural aspects, the surname system, customs and strategies for developing language. Course cost includes text and CD for practice.
Total Cost: $99 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $69)

FLC 417
Basic Spanish 1A
Learn basic Spanish by emphasizing pronunciation, reading and conversational skills. The present tense of regular and some common irregular verbs is introduced. Learn how to construct sentences in the affirmative, negative, and interrogative forms and use them in conversation. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 419
Basic Spanish 2A
Build on skills acquired in Levels 1A and 1B through the introduction of the present tense of stem changing verbs. Continue study of pronunciation, reading and conversational skills. Intended for individuals comfortable in using the present tense of all regular verbs and some common irregular verbs in the affirmative, negative and interrogative forms. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Prerequisite: Spanish 1A and 1B.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 420
Basic Spanish 2B
Build on skills acquired in Spanish 2A and learn the present tense of reflexive verbs and one past tense (the preterit). Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements. Prerequisite: Spanish 2A.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 559
Basic Spanish 3A
Continues emphasis on pronunciation, basic grammar, reading, writing and conversational skills. Intended for individuals comfortable using the present and preterit tenses of all regular, irregular and stem-changing verbs and familiar with reflexive verbs. Another past tense (the imperfect) will be introduced as well as formal/informal command tenses. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Prerequisite: Spanish Level 2A and 2B.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLC 561
Basic Spanish 4A
Continue emphasis on pronunciation, basic grammar, reading, writing and conversational skills and gain the background experience necessary for Intermediate Spanish, Level 1. Learn common idiomatic expressions with verbs and prepositions as well as the uses of negation and negative expressions. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements. Prerequisites: Spanish Level 3A and 3B.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)

FLA 213
Intermediate Spanish - Part I
Acquire a background experience to starting Intermediate Spanish-Part II through this continuation of Spanish 4A and 4B. Emphasis is on verbal ability and understanding basic structures. Before taking this course, new students should be able to use the present, pasT(preterit & imperfect) and future tenses of regular, stem-changing, reflexive and irregular verbs and be familiar with the concept of the subjunctive. Uses of the present of the subjunctive are introduced. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

FLA 214
Intermediate Spanish- Part II
Emphasis continues on strengthening oral and written communication skills. Before taking this course, new students should be able to comfortably use the present, past, conditional and future tenses of regular, stem-changing, irregular and reflexive verbs. Students should also be familiar with the concept of the subjunctive. Further uses of the subjunctive and other tenses of the subjunctive will be introduced. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

FLA 050
Intermediate Spanish Part III
Learn to refine oral and written Spanish language skills. Expand upon previous knowledge and skills using present, past, conditional and future tenses of verbs as well as the uses and four tenses of the subjunctive form. Textbook required for first class, see Textbook Requirements.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

FLC 043
Advanced Spanish
Acquire a broader vocabulary and improve command of the language by building on a solid background in Spanish. Review of advanced grammatical structures for oral and written communication. New students should consult with the instructor before enrolling for this course.
Total Cost: $175 (Tuition: $81 Fees: $94)

Command Spanish

FLA 095
Spanish for Automobile Sales and Service
Learn how to greet automobile customers and clients in Spanish. Become familiar with over 200 Spanish phrases, commands and questions including: features and parts of automobiles; insurance; sales; financing; tax, title and tag information and more. *
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLA 097
Spanish for the Community
Help break down language barriers between non-Spanish community members and Latinos. Learn Spanish phrases, commands and questions to be used while interacting with neighbors and community members. Cross-cultural data is also provided to provide insight for non-Hispanics.*
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLC 408
Spanish for Construction Sites
Build communication skills in Spanish by learning to greet and compliment Hispanic employees; express numbers, measurement and fractions; assist with employment and scheduling issues; control safety and medical situations and issue commands for general and specific construction tasks.**Price includes a manual and an audio CD.
Total Cost: $149 (Tuition: $62 Fees: $87)

FLC 092
Spanish for Correctional Staff
Acquire useful Spanish phrases to secure a safer environment. Learn up to 250 Spanish phrases, commands and questions useful for: prisoner intake; transporting prisoners; monitoring grounds, searches, and lockdowns; medical emergencies; diffusing potentially dangerous situations; and monitoring hallways, cafeterias and shower rooms.*
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLA 122
Emergency Spanish for Firefighters
Learn the Spanish necessary for firefighters to: assess initial scene situations and establish crowd control; calm victims and their families; evacuate a building; obtain physical assessments; and explain results of a still alarm.*
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLC 088
Spanish for Human Resources
Learn up to 300 new Spanish phrases, commands and questions that non-Spanish speaking HR personnel need in daily interaction with potential and actual Spanish-speaking employees. Topics include: general communication; making appointments; assistance with job applications; employment history and more.**Price includes a manual and an audio CD.
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLC 545
Spanish for Landscaping and Groundskeeping
Learn Spanish necessary for landscapers to: greet and compliment employees; express numbers, measurements and fractions; assist with employment and scheduling issues; control safety and medical situations' and issue commands for general and specific green industry tasks.*
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLA 124
Spanish for Paramedics and EMT's
Learn Spanish phrases, commands and questions needed by non-Spanish speaking first responders to better communicate in emergency situations involving Spanish-speaking victims. Topics include: engaging in triage protocol; physical assessment of a patient; obtaining pertinent information; calming victims/families; explaining treatment; evacuating a building and explaining results of a still alarm.*
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLC 094
Spanish for the Pharmacy: Prescription and Non-Prescription Sales
Learn Spanish needed to explain privacy issues; receive prescription drop off and pick up information; collect insurance information; facilitate refills; describe administration and dosage of medication; assist with non-prescription needs and finalize a sale at the cash register.**Price includes a manual and an audio CD.
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLA 121
Spanish for Probation Officers
Learn the Spanish needed by non-Spanish speaking state and federal probation officers. Practice how to conduct initial/subsequent interviews; provide information regarding fines/restitution; greet/direct clients; provide information about court dates and appointments; complete drug screening; obtain information in order to complete status forms; conduct field/home visits and recognize offensive/dangerouS(red flag) words. *
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

FLC 415
Spanish for Requesting Personal Information & Data
Learn Spanish to request specific documents; verify educational and employment history; and obtain financial, housing, legal and medical information in Spanish.*
Total Cost: $149 (Tuition: $62 Fees: $87)

FLA 123
Spanish for Tax Preparers
Develop the ability in Spanish to describe and complete routine tax forms for present/past year; conduct generic client interviews; collect information about the client and his/her dependents; collect financial information; E-filing terminology; or loan based refunds and finalize the tax return.**Price includes a manual and an audio CD.
Total Cost: $115 (Tuition: $47 Fees: $68)

SWAHILI

FLA 085
Basic Swahili I
Learn the basics of Swahili. No previous experience necessary. Topics include basic pronunciation, present tense of regular verbs, common irregular verbs, and sentence construction.
Total Cost: $169 (Tuition: $75 Fees: $94)