CMSC 100
Exploring Computer Science
An overview of computer science as a broadly based discipline. Emphasis on
development of skills in algorithmic thinking, implemented in a subset of a
suitable programming language. Brief coverage of selected advanced topics from
computer science, applications of computing in other disciplines, and impacts
of computing on society. Not intended as preparation for Computer Science 250
or 270. 6 units. Enrollment limit: 12.
CMSC 150
Introduction to Computer Science
An introduction to computer programming for potential mathematics/computer
science majors and other students with a strong interest in computing. Topics
include elementary programming constructs, design and implementation of algorithms,
and object-oriented programming. Introductory instruction in the Java language.
6 units. Enrollment limit: 12.
LING 150
Introduction to Linguistics
Introduction to theory and methods of linguistics: universal properties of
human language; phonetic, phonological, morphological, syntactic, and semantic
structures and analysis; nature and form of grammar. 6 units.
LING 210
Language and the Law
An introduction to the field of forensic linguistics, the application of linguistics
to the language of the law. Topics will include the use of language by various
participants in the legal process (judges, lawyers, police, witnesses), the
plain-language movement, and the linguist as expert witness. 6 units.
LING 260
Second Language Acquisition and Language Teaching
Study of language learning and teaching from both a theoretical and a practical
perspective. This course provides an overview of the history of language teaching
in the United States and current practices, with an emphasis on the relationship
between theory and practice. Readings, discussions, and practical application
through the design of mini-lessons. Taught in English. 6 units. Also listed
as Education 260. Enrollment limit: 15. Prerequisite: Four terms of foreign
language study or the equivalent.
LING 265
Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture
A survey introducing major characteristics of Japanese language with reference
to the structure of Japanese society. Topics include honorifics, use of pronouns,
loan words, age and gender differences in the language. The course will also
familiarize students with various aspects of traditional and contemporary Japanese
culture. 6 units. Also listed as East Asian Studies 265, Chinese and Japanese
265.
LING 310
Introduction to East Asian Linguistics
Survey of genetic, regional, and typological classification of East Asian languages;
writing systems for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Tibetan languages; descriptive
and comparative analyses of phonological, morphological, and syntactic structures
of East Asian languages. More than one language may be investigated in detail.
6 units. Also listed as East Asian Studies 310, Chinese and Japanese 310.
LING 320
Historical Linguistics
An introduction to the principles and procedures of historical and comparative
linguistics: sound change, genetic classification, reconstruction, language
variation, and comparative philology. Emphasis on Indo-European, with particular
attention to methodology and the historical development of the discipline itself.
6 units. Prerequisite: LING 150 or consent of instructor.
LING 330
Language and Culture
An examination of language and other cultural symbolic systems used to formulate
and communicate meanings. Attention to social factors in language use, including
ethnicity, social class, gender, and the nation-state. Some consideration of
the ways that language both reflects and influences people’s ways of
thinking. 6 units. Also listed as Anthropology 330. Enrollment limit: 35. Prerequisite:
ANTH 140 or 110.
LING 340
Introduction to Syntax
An introduction to descriptive analysis of morphological and syntactic structures
in natural languages with an emphasis on gaining insight into the nature of
such structures, rather than on linguistic formalization. Topics include levels
of representation, X-bar theory, case theory, thematic roles, the lexicon,
grammatical function-changing rules, and head-complement relations. 6 units.
Prerequisite: LING 150 or consent of instructor. Offered in alternate years.
LING 350
Introduction to Phonology
An introduction to the formal study of phonetics, phonemics, and phonological
analysis and theory. Topics include stress, syllable structure, tones, metrics,
phonotactics, and links between phonology and morphology/syntax; exercises
on familiar and unfamiliar languages. 6 units. Prerequisite: LING 150 or consent
of instructor. Offered in alternate years.
LING 360
Second Language Acquisition
This course will introduce various issues in the study of second-language acquisition
from different perspectives. Topics will include comparisons to first-language
acquisition, factors related to second-language acquisition, and learner strategies.
6 units. Enrollment limit: 20.
LING 370
Phonetics
An introduction to the science of speech sounds, focusing on descriptive and
experimental studies of articulation and speech acoustics. Laboratory demonstrations
of speech production, acoustical analysis, and speech synthesis are combined
with lecture/demonstrations to relate phonetics research to theories of phonology
and language acquisition. 6 units. Also listed as Psychology 375. Enrollment
limit: 15. Prerequisite: LING 150, PSYC 340, or consent of instructor.
LING 374
Advanced Grammar Studies
In-depth study of grammar, syntax, and composition that builds on concepts
learned in the intermediate courses. Problem areas, particularly at the advanced
level of the language, are studied systematically. Course does not count towards
the humanities general education requirement for B.A. and B.A./B.Mus students.
Not open to native speakers of Spanish. 6 units. Also listed as Spanish 345.
Enrollment limit: 15. Prerequisite: SPAN 202, its equivalent or consent of
the instructor.
LING 375
Spanish Phonetics
Spanish Phonetics will immerse students in the pronunciation and general phonetics
of the Spanish language as it is spoken in Spain and Latin America. The course
will help students to perfect their accent in Spanish and make them aware of
the different accents of spoken Spanish. It also will serve Conservatory of
Music students who desire to practice their diction in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
Not open to native speakers of Spanish. 6 units. Also listed as Spanish 340.
Enrollment limit: 15. Prerequisite: SPAN 202, its equivalent, or consent of
the instructor.
LING 376
Spanish Phonetics (in English)
Spanish Phonetics will immerse students in the pronunciation and general phonetics
of the Spanish language as it is spoken in Spain and Latin America. The course
will help students to perfect their accent in Spanish and make them aware of
the different accents of spoken Spanish. It also will serve Conservatory of
Music students who desire to practice their diction in Spanish. Taught in English.
Not open to native speakers of Spanish. 6 units. Also listed as Spanish 341.
Enrollment limit: 15. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
LING 377
Linguistics of the Spanish Language
A broad study of the concepts and terminology of synchronic linguistics, including
different levels of language analysis (e.g., phonology, morphology,
syntax, semantics), discourse analysis, and interdisciplinary areas of interest
(e.g., sociolinguistics, language policy, cognitive science). Emphasis
on the application of linguistic issues within the context of the Spanish language.
Not open to
native speakers of Spanish. 6 units. Also listed as Spanish 350. Enrollment
limit: 15. Prerequisite: SPAN 202, its equivalent, or consent of the instructor.
LING 400
Philosophy of Language
An examination of major theories of meaning, reference, and cognitive content,
and an attempt to understand how language functions to relate “internal” psychological
states to things in the “external” world. Contemporary philosophers
are emphasized. 6 units. Also listed as Philosophy 400. Enrollment limit: 30.
Prerequisite: One course in philosophy, junior standing, or consent of instructor;
PHIL 150
recommended.
LING 420
Topics in Logic
An investigation of topics selected from among the following: consistency and
completeness theorems for both sentential and predicate logic, Gödel’s
Incompleteness Theorem, logical paradoxes (Russell’s Paradox, the Liar
Paradox, and Newcomb’s Paradox), and modal-tense logic and its formal
semantics. 6 units. Also listed as Philosophy 420. Prerequisite: PHIL 150 or
consent of instructor.
LING 510
The Romance Languages and Their Histories
An introduction to the development of Romance languages from Latin. Emphasis
on a comparative study of the structures of the modern Romance languages. Taught
in English. 6 units. Also listed as Classics 520, Spanish 560. Prerequisite:
Knowledge of Latin or a Romance language beyond the intermediate level, or
consent of instructor.
LING 530
The English Language
A study of the historical background of English and the sounds and structure
of modern English. 6 units. Also listed as English 530. Prerequisite: LING
150 or consent of instructor.
LING 190, 390, 590, 690
Tutorial Studies in Linguistics
Available to advanced students of linguistics. Variable units. Prerequisite:
Counter registration required.
LING 199, 399, 599, 699
Independent Study in Linguistics
Available to advanced students of linguistics. Variable units. Prerequisite:
Counter registration required>
PHIL 150
Symbolic Logic
Formal study of the notions of validity, consistency, and equivalence in the
languages of sentential logic and predicate logic, plus an introduction to
semantics for these languages. 6 units. Enrollment limit: 45. Prerequisite:
Recommended for freshmen and sophomores.
PHIL 410
Philosophy of Mind
An examination of our common sense conception of mental states and processes
and of attempts to answer the question, “Is our common sense conception
of mental states and processes compatible with the methods and assumptions
of cognitive science?” 6 units. Enrollment limit: 30.
Prerequisite: One course in philosophy, Psychology 340, junior standing, or
consent of instructor.
PSYC 340
Cognitive Psychology
An investigation of the mental processes involved in the acquisition, organization,
and use of knowledge. Information-processing and other approaches are used
to study pattern recognition, attention, memory, imagery, problem-solving,
and related topics. One laboratory per week involving class demonstrations
and experiments. 6 units. Enrollment limit: 15. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or sophomore
standing.
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