Phonetics

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 1 hrs Lab) This course presents the theory and practice of French phonetics and phonology. Theory covers the acoustics and physiology of speech, the International Phonetic Alphabet, the description of French vowels, consonants, articulation features (assimilation, liaison, etc.), and prosodic patterns (syllabation, rhythm, intonation, etc.). Practical applications include phonetic transcription, orthoepy (the relationship between pronunciation and orthography) and a lab program aiming at oral performance. Cross-listed: LING-2301(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and LING-2301. Requisite Courses: FREN-2105, or placement test, or the former FREN-1112, or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)]; FREN-2202L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).