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Latin (LAT) Courses

Academic Unit: Classica/Near Eastern Rel/Cul

LAT 1001 - Beginning Latin I

(5 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: LAT 5001, LAT 4001, LAT 1111H (inactive, starting 07-SEP-99, was LAT 1111 until 05-SEP-00)

Latin is the genesis of modern Romance languages and is foundational to science, law, religion, education, and philosophy. The study of Latin sharpens the mind and fuels the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The Latin introductory sequence (1001/1002) will prepare you to read authentic, historical texts and will ground you in solid grammar and vocabulary. Developing your acumen in this essential ancient language will open the door to a wide range of classical, medieval, and Renaissance authors, playwrights, and poets.

LAT 1002 - Beginning Latin II

(5 cr; Prereq-Grade of at least C- or S in 1001 or instr consent; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Continuation of Latin 1001. More complex constructions, including participles, clauses, indirect discourse. Some reading of adapted passages from ancient texts.

LAT 3003 - Intermediate Latin Prose

(4 cr; Prereq-Grade of at least C- or S in 1002 or 5001 or instr consent; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 3113 until 22-JAN-08, LAT 5003

Introduction to Latin prose authors of 1st centuries BCE/CE. Readings of continuous passages of unadapted Latin texts (history, speeches, letters). Review of grammar/vocabulary as needed. Some discussion of major themes/issues in Roman culture as illustrated by texts.

LAT 3004 - Intermediate Latin Poetry

(4 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 3114 until 22-JAN-08, LAT 5004, LAT 5200 (ending 08-SEP-09, starting 02-SEP-08, was LAT 3440 until 22-JAN-08)

Introduction to Roman epic poetry. Readings of selections from Vergil's Aeneid. Quantitative meter and poetic devices. Discussion of major themes and issues as developed in Vergil's poetry.

LAT 3199 - Latin AP Credit

(4 cr [max 8]; No Grade Associated; offered Every Fall; may be repeated for 8 credits; may be repeated 2 times)

Prereq score of [3 or 4 or 5] on [AP Vergil or AP Latin Literature] exam.

LAT 3993 - Directed Studies

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-instr consent and dept consent; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 12 credits; may be repeated 12 times)

Guided individual reading or study.

LAT 3994 - Directed Research

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-[Greek-Latin or Latin major], three 3xxx Latin courses Students enrolling in this directed research course will complete the University's common Directed Research contract with the faculty mentor/evaluator. The Faculty member will ensure academic standards are upheld, including: - the work proposed is at the appropriate level for the course, academic in nature, and the student will be involved intellectually in the project. - the project scope is reasonable for one semester and the number of credits specified (42 hours of work per credit) - the faculty mentor is qualified to serve in this role - assessment of student learning and grading criteria are clear and appropriate - the student will be working in a respectful, inclusive environment. The contract will include the learning objectives for the course, the methods that will be employed, and how assessment will be conducted by the faculty mentor. The contract must be approved by the DUGS/academic approver of the major before the student can register.; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 4 credits)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 4951W until 18-JAN-22, was LAT 3951W until 22-JAN-08, was LAT 3951 until 20-JAN-04

Research project using documents and other sources from the ancient world. Students select project in consultation with a faculty member who directs the research and writing. Students enrolling in this Directed Research course will complete the University's common Directed Study/Research contract with the faculty mentor/evaluator.

LAT 4001 - Beginning Latin I

(5 cr; A-F only; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: LAT 5001, LAT 1111H (inactive, starting 07-SEP-99, was LAT 1111 until 05-SEP-00), LAT 1001

Graduate students will work in tandem with LAT 1001 and complete additional exercises from original readings in their chosen field of study (e.g., English, Music, History) to improve their abilities to read archival materials related to their discipline.

LAT 5001 - Intensive Latin

(3 cr; Prereq-Prev experience in another foreign language is desirable; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 3111 until 22-JAN-08, LAT 4001, LAT 1111H (inactive, starting 07-SEP-99, was LAT 1111 until 05-SEP-00), LAT 1001

Covers material usually taught over two semesters.

LAT 5003 - Intermediate Latin Prose for Graduate Student Research

(4 cr; Prereq-[Grade of at least [C- or S] in [1002 or 5001] or instr consent]; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: LAT 3003 (starting 22-JAN-08, was LAT 3113 until 22-JAN-08)

Introduction to Latin prose authors of 1st centuries BCE/CE. Readings of continuous passages of unadapted Latin texts (history, speeches, letters). Review of grammar/vocabulary as needed. Some discussion of major themes/issues in Roman culture as illustrated by texts.

LAT 5004 - Intermediate Latin Poetry for Graduate Research

(4 cr; Student Option; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: LAT 3004 (starting 02-SEP-08, was LAT 3114 until 22-JAN-08), LAT 5200 (ending 08-SEP-09, starting 02-SEP-08, was LAT 3440 until 22-JAN-08)

Introduction to Roman epic poetry. Readings of selections from Vergil's Aeneid. Quantitative meter and poetic devices. Discussion of major themes and issues as developed in Vergil's poetry. Meets with 3004.

LAT 5100 - Advanced Readings in Latin Poetry (Topics course)

(3 cr; Prereq-[3004 or equiv], at least two yrs of college level Latin. Contact the Classical & Near Eastern Religions & Cultures Department with any questions.; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 3450 until 22-JAN-08

The primary material for this course will be a selection of readings from three or more different Latin poets connected by genre (e.g. epic, dramatic, lyric), theme (e.g. heroism and the hero, the body, the good life), period (e.g. Augustan, late Antique), or the like. Primary readings and critical approach will vary from year to year, making the course repeatable. Some modern secondary reading will be assigned to provide a basis for discussion and a model for student written work.

LAT 5200 - Advanced Readings in Latin Prose (Topics course)

(3 cr; Prereq-[LAT 3004 or equiv], at least two yrs of college level Latin. Contact the Classical & Near Eastern Religions & Cultures department (CNRC) with any questions.; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 3440 until 22-JAN-08

The primary material for this course will be a selection of readings from three or more different Latin prose authors connected by genre (e.g. historical writing, philosophy, religious texts), theme (e.g. Epicureanism and Stoicism, Christian apologetics, grammarians), period (e.g. Republican, Late Imperial), or the like. Primary readings and critical approach will vary from year to year, making the course repeatable. Some modern secondary reading will be assigned to provide a basis for discussion and a model for student written work.

LAT 5701 - Latin Prose Composition

(3 cr; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 5012 until 22-JAN-08

Latin grammar, syntax, diction, and prose style. Graduated exercises in prose composition.

LAT 5703 - Epigraphy

(3 cr; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was LAT 5033 until 22-JAN-08

Practical/theoretical introduction to Latin epigraphy (study/interpretation of inscriptions). Readings/discussion of epigraphic texts. Their value as historical documents, as evidence for development of Latin language, and as literary texts.

LAT 5715 - Introduction to the Historical-Comparative Grammar of Greek and Latin

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring)

Equivalent courses: was GRK 5705 until 26-MAY-15, was GRK 5715 until 22-JAN-08, was GRK 5715 until 18-JAN-05, GRK 5705 (starting 07-SEP-99, was GRK 5715 until 22-JAN-08, was LAT 5715 until 18-JAN-05, was GRK 5715 until 18-JAN-05, was LAT 5715 until 07-SEP-99), LAT 5705 (inactive, was LAT 5715 until 22-JAN-08)

Historical/comparative grammar of Greek/Latin, from their Proto-Indo-European origins to classical norms.

LAT 5993 - Directed Studies

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-instr consent, dept consent; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 18 times)

Guided individual reading or study.

LAT 5994 - Directed Research

(1 cr [max 12]; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 20 credits; may be repeated 20 times)

Guided research on original topic chosen by student.

LAT 5996 - Directed Instruction

(1 cr [max 12]; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 20 credits; may be repeated 20 times)

Supervised teaching internship.

LAT 8100 - Readings in Latin Prose (Topics course)

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

Reading/discussion of Latin prose texts.

LAT 8120 - Latin Text Course

(3 cr; Prereq-3111 or dept consent; not for students in dept of Classical and Nr East Studies; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 15 credits; may be repeated 5 times)

Students attend 3xxx Latin courses. Supplementary work at discretion of instructor.

LAT 8200 - Readings in Latin Verse (Topics course)

(3 cr; Prereq-Advanced grad student; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

Reading/discussion of Latin poetic texts.

LAT 8262 - Survey of Latin Literature I

(3 cr; Student Option)

Extensive readings in variety of works from republican and early Augustan period.

LAT 8263 - Survey of Latin Literature II

(3 cr; Student Option)

Variety of works from Augustan and imperial periods.

LAT 8267 - Graduate Survey of Latin Literature of Late Antiquity

(3 cr; Prereq-instr consent, dept consent; Student Option; offered Periodic Spring)

Latin literature of 3rd to 6th centuries A.D., including Ammianus and Augustine.

LAT 8300 - Readings in Latin Texts (Topics course)

(3 cr; Prereq-Advanced grad student; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 18 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

Reading/discussion of literary or documentary texts from Roman antiquity. Topics may include subjects that draw on various sources, genres, or methods.

LAT 8910 - Seminar (Topics course)

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Periodic Fall & Spring; may be repeated for 30 credits; may be repeated 10 times)

Topics in Latin literature examined in depth. Emphasizes current scholarship, original student research.

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