FRN-405 Introduction to French Linguistics

GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior)
Prerequisite: a course in French numbered 300 or greater
A descriptive analysis of the French language from the smallest linguistic units to the largest units – from sounds, words, and sentences to discourse. Topics include: the historical development of the French language, standard vs. non-standard French, language variation and sociological factors affecting language use. 4 credits.