Practical training in the description of sounds used in language. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: INLG 133. Students with credit for FNLG 130 or LING 130 may not take this course for further credit.

Introduces the structure of an Indigenous language, including phonetics, vocabulary, word formation, and grammatical constructions. Based on a designated language and usually chosen from the Northwest coast area. Students may retake this course for credit with focus on a different Indigenous language. Students who have credit for FNLG 231 may not take this course for further credit for the same designated language.

A continuation of the introductory course in an Indigenous language, including phonetics, vocabulary, word formation, and grammatical constructions. Based on a designated language and will usually be chosen from the Northwest Coast area. Students may take this course for credit with focus on a different Indigenous language. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: INLG (or FNLG) 133. Students who have completed FNLG 134 or LING 232 may not complete this course for further credit for the same designated language.

A practical overview of the grammar of an Indigenous language based on linguistic principles for those desiring basic knowledge of language structure, grammatical categories and grammatical analysis. This course is particularly suited for students interested in learning and teaching an Indigenous language. Students with credit for FNLG 200 may not take this course for further credit.

Explores how language works. Introduces students to the systematic nature of language by exploring the patterns of sounds, words, sentences and meanings in English and other languages. Develops problem-solving and critical thinking skills through hands-on training in pattern recognition and language data analysis. Open to all students.

An intermediate course in the structure of an Indigenous language, including writing systems, texts, general linguistic properties, and language family. Based on a designated language and usually chosen from the Northwest Coast area. Prerequisite: INLG (or FNLG) 134. Students who have completed FNLG 331 for a designated language may not complete this course for further credit for the same designated language.

A continuation of the intermediate course in an Indigenous language, including writing systems, texts, general linguistic properties, and language family. Based on a designated language and usually chosen from northwestern North America. Students may retake this course with focus on a different Indigenous language. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: INLG (or FNLG) 233.

Intensive language instruction in an Indigenous language at a beginner level. The course will be based on a designated language to be named each time it is taught. Students who have completed LANG 132, 158 or 224 for a designated language may not complete this course for further credit for the same designated language. Students with credit for FNLG 158 may not take this course for further credit.

Intensive language instruction in an Indigenous language at an intermediate level. The course will be based on a designated language to be named each time it is taught. Please inquire at Indigenous Languages Program (inlp@sfu.ca) for information on placement. Students who have completed LANG 248 for a designated language may not complete this course for further credit for the same designated language. Students with credit for FNLG 258 may not take this course for further credit.

Content varies as required by Indigenous language communities or learners. Usually focuses on intermediate to advanced level topics on structural aspects of a particular Indigenous language, emphasizing language learning and teaching. Prerequisite: INLG (or FNLG) 130, INLG (or FNLG) 133, INLG (or FNLG) 233 or permission of instructor.

Examines the relationship between language use and social structure. Considers how social factors such as gender, class, age, and ethnicity may be reflected in language use, as well as "big picture" topics that include multilingualism, dialect variation, language policy and linguistic stereotypes. Encourages students to think critically about the social dimensions of language. Open to all students. Breadth-Social Sciences.

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.

Theoretical and practical aspects of second language learning. Prerequisite: LING 220.

Detailed examination of the structure of a selected language. Prerequisite: LING 282W.

Detailed examination of the structure of a selected language. Prerequisite: LING 282W.