SPAN 635 - Intro Romance Linguistics

Institution:

Wichita State University

Subject:

Spanish

Description:

SPAN 635. Introduction to Romance Linguistics Cross-listed as FREN 635 and LING 635. Provides a contrastive examination of the phonology, morphology, and syntax of the major contemporary Romance languages (French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, and Romanian). Introduces students to the sound and writing system and basic grammar of Latin and contrasts the phonological and grammatical systems of the contemporary Romance languages (French and Spanish in particular) with those of Latin. It compares specific features of the modern Romance languages synchronically (i.e., apart from Latin) as well. Students are advised to have a solid grounding in at least one Romance language (preferably French or Spanish) and a familiarity with at least one other (French, Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese). Prerequisite: departmental or instructor¿s consent.

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wichita.edu

Phone Number:

(316) 978-3456

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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