May 31, 2026  
SFCC Catalog 2026-2027 
    
SFCC Catalog 2026-2027
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SIGN 1140 - Basic American Sign Language Linguistics


Credits: 3

An introduction to grammar and linguistic systems of American Sign Language (ASL). The course will focus on proper usage of ASL within Deaf culture and will also expose students to phonology, morphology, lexicon, syntax, discourse, and language acquisition, aspects of using sign language, and how visual languages differ from and are similar to spoken language.

Prerequisite(s): SIGN 1120 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.

Max Class Size: 20



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