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Emeritus: Elgin, Frey
Chair: Underhill
Professors: Bar-Lev, Donahue, Johns, Kaplan, Robinson, Underhill
Associate Professors: Choi, Poole, Seright, Webb
Master of Arts degree in linguistics.
Major in linguistics with the B.A. degree in liberal arts and sciences.
Teaching major in linguistics for single subject teaching credential in English.
Minor in linguistics.
Certificate in applied linguistics and English as a second language (ESL).
Linguistics is the scientific study of language. The structure of a wide variety of languages is looked at, not to learn these languages, but to learn about them in order to understand the universal properties of human language.
The linguistics program offers coursework in all areas of linguistic analysis: the core areas of phonology, syntax, semantics, and historical linguistics; and interdisciplinary areas such as applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, bilingualism, computational linguistics, and the linguistics of certain languages and language families.
Linguistics majors must complete a minor in another field approved by the adviser in linguistics. Recommended fields include anthropology, communication, communicative disorders, ethnic studies, a foreign language, history, journalism, literature, philosophy, psychology, public administration and urban studies, sociology.
In addition to the major and minor programs, the Department of Linguistics and Oriental Languages offers a Certificate in Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language (ESL). This certificate prepares students to teach English as a second language in adult and private schools and to teach English in foreign countries.
Employment opportunities for linguistics majors exist in the teaching of English as a second language to immigrant and refugee population groups in various locales throughout the southwestern United States. In addition, many students are interested in teaching English in Latin America, the Far East, or other areas outside the United States and continental Europe. Linguistics training can also be used as a valuable skill in conjunction with a California teaching credential in another field. Government work is another alternative, where such divisions as the state department and the foreign service hire trained linguists. Researchers are needed at institutes working in the fields of animal communication, computer science development, disorders of communication, or advanced research in linguistics theory. By combining a linguistics major with courses in accounting, business administration, or related fields, there are jobs available with multinational corporations, particularly those which emphasize trade among the Pacific rim nations. Linguists are also hired in such fields as computer science, advertising, communication media, public relations, and curriculum development.
With a master's or doctoral degree, linguistics majors may find teaching positions at community colleges or universities.
All College of Arts and Letters majors are urged to consult with their department adviser as soon as possible; they are required to meet with their department adviser within the first two semesters after declaration or change of major.
All candidates for a degree in liberal arts and sciences must complete the graduation requirements listed in the section of this catalog on "Graduation Requirements." No more than 48 units in linguistics courses can apply to the degree.
Students majoring in linguistics must complete a minor in another field approved by the departmental adviser in linguistics. Recommended fields include anthropology, communication, communicative disorders, ethnic studies, a foreign language, history, journalism, -literature, philosophy, psychology, public administration and urban studies, and sociology.
Preparation for the Major. Linguistics 101. (3 units)
Students should note that a number of the upper division required and recommended courses listed below have lower division prerequisites, but these prerequisites do not constitute requirements per se for the completion of the major.
Foreign Language Requirement. Competency equivalent to that which is normally attained through three college semesters of a foreign language with a B (3.0) average, or the equivalent. Refer to section of catalog on "Graduation Requirements."
Upper Division Writing Requirement. Passing the University Writing Examination or Linguistics 305W or 396W or Rhetoric and Writing Studies 305W or 500W with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Major. A minimum of 24 upper division units is required: at least 18 of these must be in Linguistics (and those 18 must include Linguistics 420 or 520 and 521 and 522); with the approval of the adviser, up to six units may be selected from related fields.
Preparation for the Major. Linguistics 101; Linguistics 100 or Rhetoric and Writing Studies 100; Linguistics 200 or Rhetoric and Writing Studies 200; Comparative Literature 270A or 270B or English 220; Drama 120 or Humanities 140; three units selected from Communication 200, Drama 115, English 280, 281, Journalism 220, and one of the following sequences: English 250A and 250B or English 260A and 260B. (24 units)
Foreign Language Requirement. Competency equivalent to that which is normally attained through three college semesters of a foreign language with a B (3.0) average, or the equivalent. Refer to section of catalog on "Graduation Requirements."
Upper Division Writing Requirement. Linguistics 305W or 396W or English 508W or Rhetoric and Writing Studies 500W with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Major. A minimum of 39 upper division units to include Linguistics 420 or 520; Linguistics 521, 522, 550, 551; Linguistics 525 or 530; Linguistics 452 or 552; Comparative Literature 562 or Drama 310 or 480; English 533; Rhetoric and Writing Studies 509. Three units selected from Africana Studies 460, 461, 462, 463, 464; American Indian Studies 430; English 519, 520; Mexican American Studies 335, 464; Women's Studies 352. Three units selected from Communication 360, 371, 391, 407, 408, 491; Drama 460B; English 541A, 541B, Philosophy 531. One course selected from the following area not covered at the lower division level: English 560A or 560B (for students who took English 250A and 250B); English 522, 523, 524, 525 (for students who took English 260A and 260B).
The minor in linguistics consists of a minimum of 15 units, 12 of which must be upper division units and at least 12 of which must be from linguistics.
The student must select a specialization from one of the following subject areas. The following courses are appropriate for all subject areas: Linguistics 101, 420, 520, 521, 522, 524, 551, 552. Linguistics 496 and 499 may be appropriate for any area depending on content.
Descriptive and Theoretical Linguistics: Linguistics 525, 530, 550; Philosophy 531.
Applied Linguistics: Linguistics 354, 452, 525, 530, 550, 553; Anthropology 410.
Historical Linguistics: Linguistics 410.
Linguistics and English (recommended for English majors): Linguistics 410, 525, 530, 550; Anthropology 410.
Linguistics and Foreign Languages (recommended for foreign language majors): Linguistics 410, 550, 553; Anthropology 410.
Courses in the minor may not be counted toward the major, but may be used to satisfy preparation for the major and general education requirements, if applicable. A minimum of six upper division units must be completed in residence at San Diego State University.
The Department of Linguistics and Oriental Languages offers a basic and an advanced Certificate in Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language (ESL). The basic certificate requires 12 units to include Linguistics 420 or 520, 452 or 552, 524 or 551, and 550. Under certain circumstances comparable courses taken at other institutions may count toward the certificate. Such courses must be evaluated and approved by the certificate adviser. In addition, there is a 15-hour tutoring practicum requirement. In order to enroll, you must contact the certificate adviser in the Department of Linguistics and Oriental Languages. Courses in the certificate may be counted toward the major in linguistics but may not be counted toward the minor.
Refer to the Graduate Bulletin for information on the advanced certificate.
101. Introduction to Language (3) I, II
The nature of language. Sound, meaning, and grammar. Language history and change. Dialects and variation. Language acquisition. Animal communication. Language and the brain. Not open to students with credit in upper division linguistics courses.
240. A Foreign Language Experience (1)
Practice in strategies for acquisition of elementary fluency in speaking a foreign language, through a linguistics-based (acquisition-oriented) approach. May be repeated with new content. Students may not repeat content covered in Linguistics 242. Maximum credit three units.
242. Experiences in Foreign Language Study (3)
Study of multiple languages, to enhance language-learning abilities through a linguistics-based (acquisition-oriented) approach. Students may consult with department to receive list of languages offered. Students may not repeat content covered in Linguistics 240.
250. Directed Language Study (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Directed independent study of a foreign language not offered at San Diego State University with aim of acquiring a developing competency in the language. May include speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar. May be repeated with approval of undergraduate adviser. Maximum credit six units.
296. Experimental Topics (1-4)
Selected topics. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree.
100. English Composition for International Students (3)
Prerequisites: Satisfaction of the English Placement Test and Writing Competency requirements. (See Graduation Requirements section
of catalog.) Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Copy of
EPT or competency scores (including ISEPT) or verification of exemption; proof of Cr in Rhetoric and Writing Studies 92A or 92B or 97A or
97B, or notification from the Department of Rhetoric and Writing
-Studies.
Introduction to college-level written English; attention to English language/grammar needs of non-native speakers of English; grammatical and rhetorical techniques for effective writing, based in part on study of models of current American writing. Not open to students with credit in Africana Studies 120 or Rhetoric and Writing Studies 100 or higher-numbered composition or creative writing course or Mexican American Studies 111B.
200. Advanced English for International Students (3)
Prerequisites: Satisfaction of the English Placement Test and Writing Competency requirements; and Linguistics 100. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Test scores or verification of
exemption; copy of transcript.
Further practice in mastering conventions of standard academic writing, with emphasis on strategies for research in writing papers. Focus on language issues specific to non-native speakers of English. Not open to students with credit in English 200.
305W. Advanced Composition for International Students (3) I, II
Prerequisites: Satisfies University Upper Division Writing requirement for students who have completed 60 units, fulfilled the Writing
Competency requirement, and completed the General Education
requirement in Written Communication. Proof of completion of prerequisites required: Test scores or verification of exemption; copy of
transcript.
Advanced expository writing, with practice in the various associated skills (organization, research, presentation, rhetoric). The goal is to enable non-native English speakers to function competently with written English on advanced university levels.
354. Language and Computers (3)
Prerequisite: Completion of the General Education requirement in
Foundations II.B., Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Computers, computer programming languages, and "artificial intelligence" viewed from perspective of human language.
396W. Writing Proficiency (1)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Limited to linguistics majors.
Satisfies University Upper Division Writing requirement for students
who have completed 60 units, fulfilled the Writing Competency requirement, and completed the General Education requirement in Written
Communication. Proof of completion of prerequisites required:
Test scores or verification of exemption; copy of transcript.
Upper division writing course taken in conjunction with any 500-
numbered linguistics course. Emphasizes composition skills in
research methods, essay organization, paragraphing, sentence structure, and diction, all related to the particular 500-level linguistics course
chosen.
397. Writing for Graduate Students (3)
(Offered only in Extension)
To assist graduate students, particularly those for whom English is a second language, in writing theses or other assigned papers for courses in their majors. Focus on students' writing needs, including writing style, mechanics, grammar, and other issues. Does not apply to undergraduate degrees or credentials.
410. History of English (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Completion of the General Education requirement in
Foundations II.C., Humanities.
The history of English and its present day use.
420. Linguistics and English (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Completion of the General Education requirement in
Foundations II.B., Social and Behavioral Sciences required for nonmajors.
Introduction to sound and grammatical structure of language, with special attention to English. Language acquisition and variation. Of special interest to prospective teachers. Not open to students with credit in Linguistics 520.
452. Language Acquisition (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520.
Principles of child language development. Sounds and grammar in speech of young children. Acquisition of reading and vocabulary. Relationship between cognitive development and language. Development of language in bilinguals. Second language acquisition.
453. Language Issues in the Secondary School (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420.
Linguistic minorities and dialect variation in interethnic communication. Language development from a socio-interactionist perspective. Development of discourse and literacy, and their underlying cognitive and linguistic foundations.
496. Experimental Topics in Linguistics (1-4) I, II
Specialized study of a selected topic in linguistics. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree. Maximum credit six units.
499. Special Study (1-3) I, II
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Individual study. Maximum credit six units.
520. Fundamentals of Linguistics (3) I, II, S
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Principles of modern linguistics, with attention to English grammar (syntax, morphology, phonology). Language change, dialects, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, language acquisition.
521. Phonology (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520.
Introduction to the theoretical principles of transformational-generative phonology.
522. Syntax (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520.
Introduction to the theoretical principles of transformational-generative syntax.
524. American Dialectology (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Development of American English. Regional, social, and ethnic differences in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Differences in men's and women's language. Black English.
525. Semantics and Pragmatics (3)
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520.
Advanced semantic theory; systematic analysis of the interaction of sequences of language with real world context in which they are used.
530. English Grammar (3) I
Prerequisite: Six upper division units in linguistics.
English morphology, syntax, and discourse structure, including simple and complex sentence structure; lexical categories and subcategories; discourse functions of selected constructions. Problems and solutions in teaching English grammar.
550. Theory and Practice of English as a Second Language (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520.
The nature of language learning; evaluation of techniques and materials for the teaching of English as a second language.
551. Sociolinguistics (3) I, II
Prerequisite: A course in introductory linguistics.
Investigation of the correlation of social structure and linguistic behavior.
552. Psycholinguistics (3) I, II
Prerequisite: A course in introductory linguistics.
Psychological aspects of linguistic behavior.
553. Bilingualism (3)
Prerequisite: Linguistics 420 or 520 or Communicative Disorders
500.
Bilingual societies; language choice by bilinguals; bilingual language acquisition; effects of bilingualism on language structure and use.
596. Selected Topics in Linguistics (1-3)
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Advanced study of selected topics. See Class Schedule for specific content. May be repeated with new content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree. Maximum combined credit of six units of 596 and 696 applicable to a 30-unit master's degree.
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