Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Introduction to the study of human language and systems of communication, providing a theoretical basis for practical applications, such as diagnosis and treatment of language disorders, planning of "language arts" curricula, fights against illiteracy, learning of foreign language and acquisition of native tongues, and the development of computerized speech products. Human language will also be examined as a special form of communication, within the context of other human and non-human signing systems. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.