University Catalog 2023-2024

Foreign Language - Latin (LAT)

LAT 101  Elementary Latin I  (3 credit hours)  

Beginning course in Classical Latin, introducing elementary vocabulary and basic grammatical forms and syntax. Readings based on brief selections from Roman authors, including Caesar and Catullus.

Typically offered in Fall only

LAT 102  Elementary Latin II  (3 credit hours)  

Continuation of LAT 101. Completion of the study of basic grammar and syntax with continued focus on vocabulary acquisition. Longer readings from a variety of Latin works, including poetry and Roman history.

Prerequisite: LAT 101 or equivalent preparation

Typically offered in Spring only

LAT 201  Intermediate Latin I  (3 credit hours)  

Completion of the study of major Latin grammar and syntax, with review of grammar fundamentals. Emphasis on improvement of reading skill through further vocabulary acquisition and exposure to selections of unadapted Latin. Readings may be drawn from Livy, Ovid or other authors. Examination of literary and cultural significance of readings.

Prerequisite: LAT 102 or equivalent preparation

Typically offered in Fall and Summer

LAT 202  Intermediate Latin II  (3 credit hours)  

Continued emphasis on improvement of reading skill. Readings may be drawn from a variety of ancient Roman authors, such as Vergil, Livy, Ovid, and Pliny, as well as medieval authors writing in Latin. Examination of literary and cultural significance of readings.

Prerequisite: LAT 201 or equivalent preparation

Typically offered in Spring only

LAT 399  Directed Readings in Latin  (3 credit hours)  

Advanced Latin language course introducing students to research methods in Classical Studies. Readings may be drawn from wide variety of authors writing in Latin. May be taken up to two times with different readings for credit.

Prerequisite: LAT 202 or equivalent preparation

Typically offered in Fall and Spring