Introduction to Linguistics
Overview
Subject area
LIN
Catalog Number
100
Course Title
Introduction to Linguistics
Department(s)
Description
This course will offer an introduction to the field of linguistics, providing students with the basic terms, discourse and concepts related to the scientific study of language. Topics will include the nature of human language; the brain and language; the social and chronological history of language. Students will learn phonology, syntax, lexicon, and non-verbal communication, and apply the principles of linguistics to their chosen fields, and to their own emerging linguistic competency and bilingualism.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FIS - Flexible Core - Individual and Society
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
011232