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ENG 104 Introduction to Linguistics - 3 Hours
A general introduction to language study with emphasis on units of sound, units of meaning, sentence structure, dialects, and other cultural aspects of language. Focus is on the English language.


ENG 302 Language and Communication - 3 Hours
Prerequisite: ENG 100
A course in English grammar and usage designed primarily for elementary education majors. Emphasis is given to sentence structure. Attention is also given to the nature of language, historical backgrounds, dialects, and standards of correctness.

ENG 304 English Language - 3 Hours
Prerequisite: ENG 100
A study of the sounds, word structures, and sentence patterns of modern English, with emphasis given to parts of speech, phrases, and clauses.

ENG 407/G Linguistic Analysis - 3 Hours
Prerequisites: ENG 100 and ENG 200 or any other course from Gen Ed. Cat B1
The study of how sociology and psychology contribute to the study of linguistics. Emphasis on social and regional dialects, first and second language acquisition, and speech perception and production.

ENG 408/G Psycholinguistics and Sociolinguistics - 3 Hours
Prerequisites: ENG 100 and ENG 200 or any other course from Gen Ed. Cat B1
The study of how sociology and psychology contribute to the study of linguistics. Emphasis on social and regional dialects, first and second language acquisition, and speech perception and production.

 







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