ITL-Italian Courses

ITL 101. Introductory Italian I. 3 Hours.

This course introduces students to the language by focusing on the acquisition of essential elements for basic communication and development of the practical language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) for communicating in daily life situations, as well as provides a broader awareness of and appreciation for the cultures of the countries where Italian is spoken. This course meets Blazer Core Curriculum Communicating in the Modern World with a flag in Global & Multicultural Perspectives and Civic Engagement.

ITL 101L. Introductory Italian I Lab. 1 Hour.

Lab for Introductory Italian I. This course meets Blazer Core Communicating in the Modern World with Flags in Global Multicultural Perspectives & Civic Engagement.

ITL 102. Introductory Italian II. 3 Hours.

This course continues to develop the language-learning process by focusing on the acquisition of essential elements for basic communication and development of the practical language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) for communicating in daily life situations, as well as provides a broader awareness of and appreciation for the cultures of the countries where Italian is spoken. This course meets Blazer Core Communicating in the Modern World with Flags in Global Multicultural Perspectives & Civic Engagement.
Prerequisites: ITL 101 [Min Grade: D]

ITL 102L. Introductory Italian II Lab. 1 Hour.

Lab for Introductory Italian II.

ITL 190. Study Abroad: Italian. 1-8 Hour.

Approved novice level study abroad program in an Italian-speaking country.

ITL 201. Intermediate Italian I. 3 Hours.

This course is designed to help students make the transition to natural communication and develop the language-learning process by focusing on the expansion of necessary elements for development of the practical language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) by using cultural and literary readings as well as grammatical exercises. It also provides a broader awareness of and appreciation for the cultures of the countries where Italian is spoken.

ITL 290. Study Abroad. 1-12 Hour.

Approved program in an Italian-speaking country.

ITL 299. Directed Readings in Italian. 1-3 Hour.

This is an individualized course of directed readings and activities for intermediate Italian students. Course design is determined by the instructor and student, and will be tailored to the needs of the student. The goal of the course is to increase general literacy in and knowledge of Italian language and culture. Intermediate proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking Italian is the targeted outcome. Permission of Department Chair required.

ITL 390. Study Abroad. 1-6 Hour.

Approved upper level study abroad program in an Italian-speaking country. Permission of Department Chair and Study Abroad Director.

ITL 399. Independent Study. 3 Hours.

This is an individualized course of directed readings and activities for advanced students of Italian language and culture. Course design is determined by the instructor and student and will be tailored to the needs of the student. The goal of the course is to increase general literacy in and knowledge of the Italian language and culture. Intermediate-high or Advanced-low proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking Italian is the targeted outcome. Permission of the Department Chair required.