Linguistics Courses

Upper-Division

LIN 312 (3) INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTICS

The nature and structure of language (universals) via the science of linguistics, emphasizing the core areas of phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics. Also introducing sociolinguistics, language acquisition and development, historical comparative methods, and neurolinguistics.

LIN 365 (3) ENGLISH GRAMMAR AND USAGE

A descriptive study of English morphology and syntax, focusing mainly on sentence parts and types. Also a study of the rules of standard American usage, which are prescribed by the literate society, and an introduction to text grammar.

LIN 404 (3) SEMINAR: SPECIAL TOPICS IN LINGUISTICS

An in-depth study of a selected issue or problem that is usually interdisciplinary in nature.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

LIN 490 (1-3) SPECIAL STUDIES IN LINGUISTICS

An intensive study of a selected problem by an individual or group under the direction of a member of the faculty. May be repeated up to a total of six units.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and department chair.