Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2024 - LING 190 B100

The Science of Speech (3)

Class Number: 3357

Delivery Method: Blended

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 6 – Jun 17, 2024: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    May 6 – Jun 17, 2024: Fri, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces the scientific study of speech, focusing on the mechanisms of speech production and perception, the ways in which speech is described and analyzed, the relationship between speech and technology, and the practical applications of phonetic science. Open to all students. Students with credit for LING 290 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sci/Science.

COURSE DETAILS:

An introduction to the scientific study of speech, focusing on the mechanisms of speech production and perception, the ways in which speech is described and analyzed, the relationship between speech and technology, and the practical applications of phonetic science in such diverse areas as clinical linguistics, forensics, language teaching, business, and the arts.

Blended. The course will be delivered through a blend of asynchronous and synchronous methods (online, offline, in-person).

Grading

  • Course Participation / Engagement 10%
  • Quizzes 30%
  • Midterm 30%
  • Final Examination (cumulative) 30%

NOTES:

Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca).

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Munro, M. J. (2021). Applying Phonetics: The Science of Speech in Everyday Life. Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1119164548.

RECOMMENDED READING:

Additional readings and resources will be distributed on Canvas.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities.

Please note that a grade of “FD” (Failed-Dishonesty) 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.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/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