I. Goals
This course is a graduate introduction to the theory and practice of generative phonology. Students will develop first-hand experience with phonological analysis and the construction and evaluation of linguistic models through frequent exercises and problem sets. Assigned readings include both introductory materials and articles from the primary phonology literature.
II. Prerequisites
The prerequisite for this course is Linguistics 520 [120] (Linguistic Phonetics) or the equivalent.
Please note: Undergraduate students who do not have significant prior background in linguistics or phonological analysis usually enroll in Linguistics 200 [60], which is the phonology course for undergraduate majors. Students who have completed Ling 200 are not eligible to take Ling 523 -- but they are welcome to take Ling 524 (Phonology II) in the fall!
III. Course requirements
Course requirements are as follows. See the course description handout (distributed in class) for full details.
- Attendance and active participation in class discussion
- Timely completion of readings (see reading list) and discussion exercises to prepare for each class
- Basic phonetics review quiz near beginning of semester
- Problem sets
- Two midterm examinations -- one in-class exam and one take-home exam
- One final "squib" (a short, original phonological analysis), with class presentation