Simon Fraser University
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Course Outlines

Spring 2018 - LING 221 D100

Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology (3)

Class Number: 2086

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 3 – Apr 10, 2018: Tue, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    LING 220.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The principles of phonetic and phonological analysis.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is an introduction to the sound structures of human language and the principles of phonological analysis. Topics to be covered include: articulatory phonetics, phonetic transcription, English consonants and vowels, cross-linguistic phonetics, suprasegmentals; phonological processes, alternations, phonological rules, rule ordering, and syllable structure. Emphasis will be on practical work with data from a wide range of languages. Careful analysis and clear written expression are key components of the course evaluation.

Grading

  • Quizzes 20%
  • Homework assignments 20%
  • Midterm I 30%
  • Midterm II 30%
  • No Final Exam

NOTES:

The instructor highly recommends ENGL 199 (University Writing)

Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities at http://www.sfu.ca/linguistics/undergraduate/standards.html.
Please note that a grade of “FD” may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty.
All student requests for accommodations for their religious practices must be made in writing by the end of the first week of classes or no later than one week after a student adds a course.
Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities (778-782-3112 or csdo@sfu.ca).

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Zsiga, Elisabeth C. 2013 (first ed.). The Sounds of Language. An Introduction to phonetics and phonology. Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-4051-9103-6

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS