Linguistics Course Descriptions

This course provides basic theories and concepts relating to the study of language and communication in humans. Topics include: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, language variation, and language change. Designed as an introduction to the field of linguistics, this course requires no prior knowledge of the subject. Students who are interested in the study of language or becoming language teachers or translators should consider taking this course. Class hrs. 3. Prerequisite: A score of 8 on Placement Exam, or passing grade in ENG 002 Basic Writing II, or ESL 122 Intro to Academic Writing II.