LING3008

Introduction to Phonology and Morphology

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of phonology and morphology. We will look at the structure of segments, morphemes, simplex words, and complex words. The course concentrates on the basic concepts and methods of phonological and morphological analysis and description, and focuses on the practical analysis and description of a wide range of phenomena from a variety of languages.

Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate:

1. understanding of the structural characteristics of segments;
2. understanding of the structural characteristics of morphemes, and allomorphic variation;
3. understanding of the structural characteristics of simplex words;
4. understanding of the structural characteristics of complex words;
5. understanding of phonological and morphological diversity across languages;
6. practical skills in the analysis of language data;
7. skills in linguistic analysis;
8. research and general information literacy skills.
Content This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and methods of phonological and morphological analysis and description. It concentrates on practical analysis and description of a wide range of phenomena from a variety of languages. Topics to be covered include:

1. segment structure, features, and gestures;
2. morphemes and allomorphic variation;
3. simplex word structure, and phonotactics;
4. complex word structure, and metrical structure;
5. formal expression of phonological and morphological patterns.
Replacing Course(s) na
Transition na
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge 10 units in linguistics at 1000 level
Ling 3006
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments One to three written assignments. Written assignments might include minor or major essays, tutorial papers, book reviews, bibliographies, in-class tests and/or online quizzes, totalling 3000 words. 60%
Examination: Formal 40%
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for LING3008