LIN 610. Sociolinguistics and Dialectology. (3 h)

Study of variation in language: effects of regional background, social class, ethnic group, gender, and setting; social attitudes toward language; outcomes of linguistic conflicts in the community; evolution of research methods for investigating language differences and the diffusion of change. P-POI.

LIN 640. Special Topics in Linguistics. (3 h)

Interdisciplinary study of selected topics, such as morphology, phonology/phonetics, syntax, historical linguistics, history of linguistic theory, semiotics, and ethnolinguistics, issues in Asian linguistics, language and gender. May be repeated for credit if topic varies.

LIN 680. Quantitative Text Analysis. (3 h)

Introduction to the fundamental concepts and practical programming skills from data science applied to the task of quantitative text analysis. Course surveys methods for selecting, organizing, extracting, and analyzing information from textual data sources to generate novel insight into topics from a variety of linguistics and language-related fields.

LIN 683. Computer-Assisted Translation and Localization. (3 h)

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the language industry and the intricacies of the localization process. Students will explore the benefits of using computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and will gain hands-on experience. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications, including analyzing and optimizing the localization process for maximum quality. Students will develop advanced translation and problem solving skills by evaluating available resources and creating their own translation assets. The course prepares students to navigate the dynamic field of localization and effectively utilize industry-standard tools and workflows.