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PORT 1010LH
Beginning Portuguese I
4 Credit Hours

For those with no prior Portuguese. Emphasizes listening, speaking, and writing skills along with basic grammar, vocabulary and verb conjugations all within the cultural context of modern Brazil and Portugal. Use eclectic methodology requiring conversational exchanges. Lab access fee of $10 applies.

PORT 1020LH
Beginning Portuguese II
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of PORT 1010

Continuation of PORT 1010. Includes remaining first-year grammar and language concepts plus introduction to literature and cultural readings. Uses eclectic method of instruction, emphasizing conversational exchanges. Lab access fee of $10 applies.

PORT 1050LH
Intensive Portuguese for Spanish Speaker
5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 3030 and SPAN 3040) or SPAN 3050, native speaker, or permission of instructor

Intensive overview of basic Portuguese for Spanish speakers. Practices listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as discusses cultural aspects of Portuguese-speaking societies. Uses an eclectic method of instruction, emphasizing conversational exchange.

PORT 115R
Portuguese Conversation I
1 Credit Hours

Offers novice Portuguese speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, and sharpen listening comprehension for natural conversational flow. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.

PORT 2010LH
Intermediate Portuguese I
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of PORT 1020

Reviews and builds grammar, reading, and conversation skills learned in the first year courses. Introduces readings and discussions on the history, culture, and literature of Brazil, maintaining a focus on oral proficiency. Lab access fee of $10 applies.

PORT 202GHH
Intermediate Portuguese II
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): PORT 2010

Continuation of PORT 2010. Includes remaining grammar and language concepts, literature and cultural readings. Emphasizes literary readings, conversational exchanges as well as creative writing. Lab access fee of $10 applies.

PORT 215R
Portuguese Conversation II
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Students should have equivalent knowledge of PORT 1020

Offers lower division / novice speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, sharpen listening comprehension, and develop conversational strategies such as circumlocution and managing a conversation with useful expressions for starting a conversation, gaining time to think, helping the other speaker, seeking agreement, etc. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.

PORT 3050LH
Advanced Portuguese
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): It is recommended that students have either taken PORT 202G, at least a 18 months one year residency in a Portuguese-speaking country, or instructor approval

For non-native Portuguese speakers with a basic mastery of Portuguese. Overviews basic Portuguese grammar with special emphasis on major concepts. Overviews Luso-Brazilian literatures and cultures. May be delivered hybrid. Lab access fee of $10 applies.

PORT 3116
Navigating Identities of the Portuguese-speaking World
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): A score of 3 or higher on the Portuguese NEWL test, with test taken in grade 9, 10, or 11 and department approval.

This course is part of the State of Utah Portuguese Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students. Explores the themes of travel, navigation, and cross-cultural encounters throughout today’s Portuguese-speaking world, and how they impact our identity and transform us and our understanding of others. Taught in Portuguese.

PORT 3117
Cultural Issues Through Literature and Film
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): A score of 3 or higher on the Portuguese NEWL test, with test taken in grade 9, 10, or 11 and department approval.

This course is part of the State of Utah Portuguese Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students. Analyzes and interprets works of literature and film in the Portuguese-speaking world to explore cultural issues. Taught in Portuguese.

PORT 3118
Pop Culture
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): A score of 3 or higher on the Portuguese NEWL test, with test taken in grade 9, 10, or 11 and department approval.

This course is part of the State of Utah Portuguese Bridge Program and it will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students. Explores the roles that current popular media and entertainment play in the Portuguese-speaking world. Explores the historical and cultural perspectives presented through popular media. Taught in Portuguese.

PORT 3200
Business Portuguese
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): (PORT 3050 or equivalent knowledge) and University Advanced Standing

For those who plan to pursue a career in international business or related field, learn the business language for Portuguese, or understand Portuguese speaking cultures. Teaches Portuguese business terminology. Presents the role of Portuguese-speaking countries in a global economy. Explores how students can effectively do business with Brazilian and Portuguese companies within the framework of Lusophone cultures. Includes current materials dealing with today's issues. Taught entirely in the Portuguese language.

PORT 3430
Masterpieces of Brazillian Film
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): PORT 3050 recommended

Develops listening comprehension and speaking skills through discussion of Brazilian films. Enhances understanding of Brazilian culture and contemporary society through analysis of cultural and social issues presented in Brazilian cinema. Conducted entirely in Portuguese.

PORT 352G
Brazilian Culture and Civilization
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): PORT 3050 and University Advanced Standing

Explores a multitude of aspects that construct Brazilian national identity. Completers should acquire an understanding of contemporary issues, and ethnic and economic development of Brazil, as well as historical interdependence with other nations. Presentations and class instructions conducted entirely in Portuguese.

PORT 3610
Brazil through Literature and Film--1500-1900
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): (PORT 3050 recommended, or equivalent knowledge) and University Advanced Standing

Examines the literary and filmic construction of Brazil 1500-1900. Reflects on the philosophical, social, and aesthetics issues that shaped Colonial and Old Republic Brazil. Conducted entirely in Portuguese, presentations and class instruction included.

PORT 3620
Modern Brazil through Literature/Music/Film--1900-1945
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): PORT 3050 recommended

Examines the literary, musical and filmic construction of Brazil in the beginning of the 20th century. Reflects on the aesthetics, social, and philosophical issues that shaped Brazil. Conducted entirely in Portuguese.

PORT 3630
Post-Modern Brazil through Literature/Music/Film--1945-today
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): PORT 3050 or equivalent

Examines the literary, musical and filmic construction of Brazil at the end of the 20th century. Reflects on the philosophical, social, and aesthetics issues that shape Brazil. Conducted entirely in Portuguese.

PORT 490R
Special Topics in Brazilian Studies
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): PORT 3050

Engages students in critical analysis of discourse in Brazil. Develops language skills required to such analysis and specific to the topic. Possible topics include Brazilian Film, Brazilian Music, Lusophone Literature, Women's Texts, Advanced Business Portuguese. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. May be repeated for up to nine credit hours towards graduation.