English
ENG 308 - Introduction To Linguistics
Description: This course is an introduction to the field of linguistics, provides a general overview of the study of language. Students are introduced to various sub-fields of linguistics including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics, first and second language acquisition, and sociolinguistics. Students examine major assumptions about language in addition to common misconceptions about language(s), people who speak those languages, and language in general. ENG 308 acquaints students with the basic tools and techniques used by linguists for analyzing language and identifying the organizing principles of language. Letter grade only.
Units:
3
Sections offered:
Spring 2026
Summer 2026
Fall 2026
Requirement Designation:
GS: Methods - Social Sciences
Liberal Studies Essential Skills:
GENS, LIBS
Prerequisite: Foundation English Requirement or International Exchange Student Group