ENGL 451 - Introduction to the Study of Language and Modern Grammar (3 credits)

(Prereq: ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 with a grade of ‘C’ or better, a grade of ‘C’ or better in one other ENGL course, and junior standing) An introduction to the general principles concerning the design and function of human language, and an overview of the history of grammar with emphasis upon modern grammatical theory. Illustrative material is drawn from the English language, modern European languages, and others. F.