Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2018 - LING 800 G100

Phonology (4)

Class Number: 11170

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 3 – Apr 10, 2018: Tue, Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An overview of contemporary phonological theory and its relation to phonetics, morphology and psycholinguistics.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will establish foundations in contemporary phonological theory and analysis for graduate students. Analytical methods in Generative Phonology and Optimality Theory will be developed in some detail and used to grapple with many of the core problem spaces in phonology. Experimental approaches to phonological questions will be emphasized. The principal work of the course, i.e., problem sets, critical reviews of contemporary literature, and a final research report, provide students with training in modern linguistic analysis and critical thinking.

Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities at http://www.sfu.ca/linguistics/undergraduate/student-resources/department-standards.html#main_content_text.  

Please note 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). 

Grading

  • Homework 30%
  • Reviews 30%
  • Final Research Report 40%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Texts provided on Canvas.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

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