American Sign Language Studies, B.A.

Coordinator: Brent Redpath

Mission

To create and transmit knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) in a climate that promotes respect for Deaf Culture, Deaf History, and Deaf Communities.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the ability to express and comprehend ASL.
Portray the ability to recognize and analyze ASL linguistics features.
Practice sensitivity and understanding toward diverse Deaf communities.
Develop foundational skills suitable for pursuing higher education and careers that use ASL.

Major Prerequisites

ASL 201 American Sign Language IV Credits: 4 *
ASL 202 American Sign Language V Credits: 4 *
ASL 203 American Sign Language VI Credits: 4 *
LING 310 Introduction to Linguistics Credits: 4

Note:

ASL Studies majors must have a grade of C or better in courses that are used to satisfy the major requirement. Students entering ASL 301 must pass ASL 203 with a B- or above.

* Must be taken in numerical order

Core Courses

ASL 200 American Sign Language Lab I Seminar Credits: 2 *
ASL 300 American Sign Language Lab II Seminar Credits: 2 *
ASL 301 American Sign Language VII Credits: 4
ASL 302 American Sign Language VIII Credits: 4
ASL 303 American Sign Language IX Credits: 4
ASL 456 First and Second Language Acquisition Credits: 4
ASL 353 Introduction to ASL Linguistics I Credits: 4
ASL 354 Introduction to ASL Linguistics II Credits: 4
ASL 429 American Deaf History & Culture Credits: 4
ASL 440 Mental Health in the Deaf Community Credits: 4

Note:

Students are required to take at least 3 ASL Lab Seminar courses totaling 6 credits. Each ASL Lab Seminar course is 2 credits, students are required to take at least one ASL 200 and one ASL 300 course. They are repeatable and can be taken up to a max of 12 credits total.

* ASL 200 is for students registered in ASL 201-203. ASL 300 is for students registered in ASL 301-303.

Choose One

Choose one elective course from any ASL prefix courses or other electives approved by ASL studies major advisor. 3 credits minimum.

ASL 310 ASL Fingerspelling Credits: 3
ASL 330 Special Topics in American Sign Language Credits: 4
ASL 409 Practicum Credits: 1-3 Credits: 3
ASL 470 DeafBlind Culture, Communication & Guiding Credits: 3

American Sign Language Studies, B.A.

Mission

Learning Outcomes

Major Prerequisites

Note:

Core Courses

Note:

Choose One

Total Credits: 57-64