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SPE 142: Phonetics

3 credits

An examination of speech production and perception, with particular focus on anatomical and physiological bases of speech production. The main emphasis is on the phonetics of American English in typically-speaking adults, but development, dialectal variation, and second-language issues are also considered. Transcription training using the International Phonetic Alphabet is provided.

Learning Goals

Course Objectives: During this course the student will: 1. Develop recognition and application of the IPA;2. Develop working knowledge of speech production and perception;a. Parameters include components of perceptual phonetics and speech dynamics3. Develop basic knowledge of speech anatomy and physiology; and, 4. Gain understanding of the theories of speech production.

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Fall 2024

Phonetics
0876-142-001 L. Scher Fri 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm GC - HWC 132 3

 
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