LING 1 Introductory Linguistics

An introduction to the scientific description of human language. The course teaches methods of analyzing languages' sound systems (phonology), word structure (morphology), sentence patterns (syntax), and systems of meaning (semantics and pragmatics). Some important implications of linguistics for the study of human cognition and cultural behavior will be discussed. This course is a prerequisite for all majors in linguistics. Open to all classes.

Instructor

Ernst (F23), McPherson (X23), Peterson (S24), Pulju (W24, S24), Whaley (F23), Wray (W24)

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:QDS; Lang:LRP

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Offered

• Fall
• Spring
• Summer
• Winter