Lower-Division

LING 50 Introduction to Linguistics

An introduction to the major areas, problems, and techniques of modern linguistics.

Credits

5

Instructor

Ivy Sichel, Jorge Hankamer, Matt Wagers, Maziar Toosarvandani, The Staff

General Education Code

SI

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

LING 53 Semantics I

Introduction to the logical foundations of natural language semantics. Logical and semantic relations, simple set theory, logical representations (propositional and predicate calculi, modal and tense logics) and their interpretations. A basic literacy course in the language of logical representation.

Credits

5

Instructor

Maziar Toosarvandani, Jess Law

General Education Code

MF

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Summer

LING 80C Language, Society, and Culture

The study of language from a sociological perspective. Multilingualism, language change and variation, pidgins and creoles, the origin and diversification of dialects.

Credits

5

Instructor

Jaye Padgett

General Education Code

CC

Quarter offered

Winter

LING 80D Language and Mind

Examines how the properties of human languages can be used to understand how the mind works and to what extent language use and experience can affect how we think. Topics covered include: human language vs. other forms of animal communication, language deficits and impairments, how language experience shapes perception, the nature of language acquisition, and the extent to which cross-linguistic variation affects other kinds of cognition. The course also provides historical context of the development of modern language science, with a critical overview of Noam Chomsky's linguistics.

Credits

5

Instructor

Amanda Rysling

General Education Code

PE-H

LING 80K Invented Languages, from Elvish to Esperanto

Considers invented languages, including Elvish and Klingon, as well as lesser-known ones that tackle ethical, social, or cognitive concerns. Students learn tools from contemporary linguistics to analyze language structures and understand how they relate to creator intentions.

Credits

5

Instructor

The Staff

General Education Code

TA

Quarter offered

Spring, Summer

LING 80M Language and Indigeneity in Mesoamerica

Explores indigenous experiences in Mesoamerica, focusing on the role of language in the formation of indigenous identities, both historically and in contemporary society. Also considers the linguistic correlates of inequalities experienced by indigenous communities since European contact. Students learn about some of the unique features of Mesoamerican indigenous languages, but no prior experience with linguistics is presumed.

Credits

5

Instructor

Ryan Bennett

General Education Code

ER

Quarter offered

Fall

LING 80S The Science of Language: An Introduction to Linguistics for Non-Majors

A general overview of the major areas, problems, and techniques of modern linguistics. This course is not suitable for majors in the Linguistics Department.

Credits

5

Instructor

Jess Law

General Education Code

SI

LING 80V Structure of the English Vocabulary

A systematic study of the elements of English words: besides the practical goal of vocabulary consolidation and expansion, explores the historical origin and development of word elements, as well as their sound, meaning, and function in the contemporary language.

Credits

5

LING 99 Tutorial

Students submit petition to sponsoring agency.

Credits

5

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring

Cross-listed courses that are managed by another department are listed at the bottom.

Cross-listed Courses

CSE 245 Computational Models of Discourse and Dialogue

Focuses on classic and current theories and research topics in the computational modeling of discourse and dialogue, with applications to human-computer dialogue interactions; dialogue interaction in computer games and interactive story systems; and processing of human-to-human conversational and dialogue-like language such as e-mails. Topics vary depending on the current research of the instructor(s) and the interests of the students. Students read theoretical and technical papers from journals and conference proceedings and present class lectures. A research project is required.

Credits

5

Cross Listed Courses

LING 245, CMPM 245

Instructor

Marilyn Walker

Requirements

Enrollment is restricted to graduate students. Undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.