Issues in computational linguistics
Proposed to be offered next in 1998
Peter Paul
12 points
* 3 hours
* First semester
* Clayton
Objectives Students should be aware of computer-based methods of gathering and analysing linguistic data and be prepared to discuss the advantages and contraints of such approaches.
Synopsis The subject which will be project-based, will critically survey, and attempt to apply, frameworks proposed in the current literature relevant to a subfield of linguistics suitable for computational treatment. No prior programming experience is assumed, however students are expected to be prepared to approach linguistic data in a manner consistent with computer-assisted analysis. The focus for 1997 is lexicography. The subject will draw on insights from linguistics, computer science and cognitive science.
Assessment Two computational assignments (3500 and 2500 words each): 70%
* Practical (computational) exercises equivalent to 2000 words: 20%
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Class participation: 10%
Prescribed texts
A set of readings to be obtained from the Department of Linguistics
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