LING 302
Elements of Phonology
Credit: 3 hours.
Introduces elements of phonological theory and data analysis. Emphasis is placed on both Structuralist and Generative theories, introducing students to the principles of phonological contrast, allophony, neutralization, and markedness. Formal phonological models are considered, including both distinctive feature theory and prosodic theory. Equal emphasis is placed on linguistics data analysis. Prerequisite: LING 100 or consent of instructor.
Available spring 2008