LATIN 3
LAT2003
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to more complex grammatical forms and syntax in Latin, while consolidating the foundations of the language learned in LAT1001 and LAT1002. Students will also begin to read extracts of original text in Latin with guidance in class, and should build confidence in their ability to translate and understand longer passages as the semester progresses. This class will expose students to key literary texts and authors from the Roman world, developing their knowledge of a significant Mediterranean culture in antiquity.
School: School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Rhiannon Evans
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: LAT1002
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Ability to contextualises literature from another culture
- Activities:
- In-class discussion; short analytical questions in tests
02. Ability to understand and translate Latin literary texts
- Activities:
- In-class translation; translation and comprehension tests
03. Ability to understand complex structures in Latin
- Activities:
- Grammar exercises and tests
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Rhiannon Evans
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour test in week 12 (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Weekly grammar and comprehension exercises or tests (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |