RA213 : Science of Phonetics

Department

Academic Program

Bachelor in Arabic Language

Type

Compulsory

Credits

02

Prerequisite

Overview

The course (Science of Phonetics) and its code is RA213. It is taught to students in the second academic year of the Department of Arabic Language at a rate of two hours per week. In this course, the student studies: Knowledge of Arabic sciences. The basis of linguistic studies is phonology in its various branches, and it is the science that is concerned with studying how sound occurs. The human being, its exit from its outlet, the medium through which it is transmitted, and the perception of that transmission by the recipient. The course aims to:

• To familiarize the student with terminology in phonetics

• The student will be introduced to general phonology and the physiology of sounds

• To familiarize the student with the efforts of Arab linguists in the field of audio lessons

Students will learn about sound and its functions, as well as the mechanical means of phonology.

• The student should be able to identify the articulation apparatus and the distribution of sounds in it.

The value of the student from his studies is duto:e:

• Ability to use phonetic writing and the International Phonetic Alphabet.

• The ability to prepare working papers, articles, and research on phonetics.

• The ability to design teaching aids.

Intended learning outcomes

First: Mental Skills:

As one branch of sounds depends on the other in the formation of the linguistic sound, the student must make connections between them.

• The student should distinguish between consonants and vowels from phonetic, physiological and physical aspects.

• The student should compare the classification of Daniel Jones' basic and secondary standard movements.

The student should deduce the origins of vowel theory from Arab heritage.

The student compares the distinctive phoneme unit and the vocal variations of the phoneme, along with intonation and stress.

Second: Scientific and Professional Skills:

• The student should identify the role of the two vocal cords, energy (air), and resonance chambers in the difference between sounds.

• This student monitors the vocal development of Arabic sounds, such as similarities, contrasts, and dilutions.

• Ability to use phonetic writing, phonetic and international alphabets.

• The ability to prepare working papers, articles, and research on phonetics.

Teaching and learning methods

The course is offered to a student through:• Lectures• Panel discussions.• Homework and research (information gathering).

Methods of assessments

Evaluation method:• Written midterm exam 30%• 5% oral examActivity 5%• Final written exam 60%