303 Speech Acoustics and Perception. 3 cr. Basic aspects of general and speech acoustics are covered, with special emphasis on the source-filter theory of vowel production. Classical and contemporary theories of speech perception are discussed, along with experimental paradigms and data from the current speech perception literature. P: Com Dis 201, 202, Com Dis major or cons inst.
315 Speech Pathology I. 3 cr. Definition, classification, etiology and treatment of articulation disorders. Introduction to clinical procedures. Supervised observation and limited participation in evaluations, therapy and conferences in lab. P: Jr st or cons inst; Com Dis 201, 202, 240; com dis major.
318 Speech Pathology II. 4 cr. The material in this course will provide a basis for understanding the communication problems of individuals with voice disorders, orofacial anomalies, and fluency disorders. P: Com Dis 315, Com Dis major, or cons inst.
320 Introduction to Audiology. 3 cr. Hearing sciences, evaluation, conservation, and aural rehabilitation. P: Com Dis 303, com dis major or cons inst.
371 Pre-Clinical Observation of Children and Adults. 2 cr. This course is designed to provide pre-clinical experience and training with children and adults. Lectures, observation, and direct experience are used to introduce clinical issues. P: Jr st & Com Dis 240 & com dis major.
390 Practicum in Communicative Disorders. 2 cr. Supervised practicum experience with persons manifesting communication problems. Evaluation, rehabilitation, conservation of hearing, language and speech disorders in various settings. P: Com Dis 315, 371 & 440, cons inst, overall GPA 2.75 & major GPA 3.0, com dis major.
424 Manually Coded English (Sign Language I). 2 cr. Instruction and practice in producing and reading the manual alphabet and manual English signs for basic vocabulary. Signing principles will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on developing basic sign language skills. P: Sr st and cons inst.
425 Auditory Rehabilitation. 3 cr. Speech reading, principles and techniques of auditory training for acoustically handicapped children and adults. P: Com Dis 320, Com Dis major, or cons inst.
434 Manually Coded English (Sign Language II). 2 cr. An intermediate level course which emphasizes instruction and practice in the use of manually-coded English in communicative disorders. The course includes a lab, practice analyzing language samples obtained in total communication, and discussion of current research in sign language. P: Com Dis 424 or equiv, Sr st & cons inst.
440 Child Language Disorders, Assessment and Intervention. 3 cr. Language disorders in variant populations are covered, as well as means of assessment and intervention. P: So or Jr st, Com Dis 240.
455 Topics in Communicative Disorders. 1-3 cr. Lecture-discussion with or without laboratory component on current topics in norman aspects of communication or identification, treatment and research in speech-language pathology and audiology. P: Open to all Undergrads.
503 Neural Mechanisms of Speech, Hearing and Language. 3 cr. Basic neuroanatomical and neurophysiological mechanisms underlying the communication process. Neuropathologies and their associated communication disorders. P: Com Dis 201 recommended, Com Dis major, or cons inst.
631 Introduction to Augmentative Communication. (Crosslisted with RP & SE, Ther Sci) 3 cr. Overview of electronic and non-electronic augmentative communicative systems designed for persons with severe motor, cognitive, and perceptual disabilities. P: Jr st or cons inst.
699 Directed Study. 1-6 cr. Program of reading devised by a staff member in collaboration with the student. P: Jr or Sr st. Graded on a lettered basis; requires cons inst.
702 Introduction to Graduate Study. 4 cr. Introduces clinical masters students to research methods, and assessment, treatment, and counseling frameworks for the practice of speech-language pathology in both schools and hospital settings, as well as methods and documentation practices in those settings. P: Enrollment in the clin speech-lang pathology masters progm or cons inst.
703 Language and Learning Disorders of Children. 3 cr. Theoretical concepts of symbolic disorders with emphasis on variables which interfere with language learning and function. P: Com Dis 440 or cons inst.
704 Acquired Language and Cognitive-Communication Disorders in Adults. 3 cr. Intervention for adults with acquired aphasia and cognitive-communication disorders, including principles of evaluation and treatment. P: Com Dis 503.
705 Motor Speech Disorders/Augmentative and Alternative Communication. 4 cr. The nature and classification of motor speech disorders, and techniques and methods which provide non-speaking children and adults with effective means of interaction and communication. P: Com Dis 503, 702, 703, Com Dis 631 or equiv.
706 Management and Assessment of Voice Disorders. 3 cr. Techniques applicable to children and adults with disorders of voice, both functional and organic in origin. Lecture plus lab or observation. P: Com Dis 318 or cons inst.
707 Swallowing Disorders. 2-3 cr. Presents information on the anatomy, physiology, and neural bases of normal swallowing, the various diseases that can affect swallowing function, the nature of swallowing dysfunction and ways to assess it, and treatment options for patients with swallowing disorders. P: Grad st and cons inst.
708 Fluency and Phonological Disorders. 3 cr. An advanced course concerning the etiology, definition, diagnosis, and management of fluency and phonological disorders in children and adults. P: 2nd yr st in masters progm in speech-lang pathology.
709 Language Problems of School Age Children and Adolescents. 3 cr. A review of the contemporary literature relating to the language disorders of school age children and adolescents. Emphasis on description of disorders, assessment techniques, and intervention strategies. P: Com Dis 640 & cons inst.
728 Psychological Acoustics. 4 cr. Theoretical and applied research on perception of auditory stimuli. Lab experience in designing and conducting experiments relative to auditory perception. P: Grad st & cons inst.
750 Capstone Course: Communicative Disorders in Pediatric Populations. 2 cr. Designed to (1) facilitate students' integration of information about communication disorders in pediatric populations, (2) develop case presentation skills, and (3) offer students the opportunity to gain a better understanding of evidence-based practice. P: Grad stdt in good standing, 2nd-yr masters stdt.
751 Supervision in Communicative Disorders. 1 cr. Identification and analysis of processes involved in supervision and applicability to supervisor/supervisee interaction. P: Com Dis 315 & 342, Curric 392 & 492, or Com Dis 692 & 790; Grad st & cons inst.
752 Capstone Course: Communicative Disorders in Adults. 2 cr. Designed to (1) facilitate students' integration of information about communication disorders in adults, (2) develop case presentation skills, and (3) offer students the opportunity to gain a better understanding of evidence-based practice. P: Grad stdt in good standing, 2nd-yr masters stdt.
790 Practicum in Communicative Disorders. 1-4 cr. Supervised experience with persons manifesting communicative problems. Evaluation, rehabilitation, and conservation of hearing, language, and speech disorders in various clinical settings. P: Grad st and cons inst; register for only 1 cr; Clinical Director authorizes any additional cr; sites on/off campus.
799 Independent Study. 1-6 cr. See description for Com Dis 999. P: Cons dept & cons inst.
805 Professional Issues: Diversity and Multicultural Populations. 1 cr. Evaluation and management of persons with communication disorders across diverse cultural, personal values and beliefs. P: Grad st, cons inst.
806 Professional Issues: Medical Issues. 1 cr. Evaluation and management of persons with communication disorders within a medical setting. Information regarding various medical settings, ethics, functional goals, and documentation (e.g. billing, reporting, etc.).
815 Physiological Phonetics. 3 cr. For department doctoral students. Physiological aspects of speech production. Lecture plus lab. P: Cons inst.
816 Acoustical Phonetics. 3 cr. For department doctoral students. Acoustic aspects of speech production. Lecture plus lab. P: Cons inst.
820 Symposium in Audiology and Speech Pathology. 2 cr. Lecture-discussion on contemporary concepts in diagnosis, prognosis, therapy and research in audiology and speech pathology.
832 Pediatric Audiology. 3 cr. Study of normal physical, social, cognitive, speech and language and auditory development in children, the causes and effects of childhood hearing loss, hearing screening and the principles of early intervention, and the behavioral and objective assessment of hearing in children. P: Grad st & cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 858.
833 Occupational Audiology. 2 cr. Consideration of principles and issues regarding the effects of noise on people, of federal and state regulation of workplace noise, and of the practical aspects of hearing conservation for those exposed to occupational noise, non-occupational noise, or both. P: Grad st, Com Dis 801,802, 821.
834 Counseling in Audiology. 2 cr. P: Grad st, Com Dis 821, 823, 832.
835 Clinical Research Methods. 3 cr. Critical analysis of research in speech-language pathology and audiology including theoretical support, research design, statistical levels of measurement, methods of reporting research results, and drawing conclusions from the results. Students encouraged to pursue research interests. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 854.
836 Pediatric Habilitation/Rehabilitation. 3 cr. Study of the principles and techniques of intervention with hearing impaired children, including the selection and fitting of amplification, the effect of hearing impairment on speech perception, production, and language, communication and educational options, and the re/habilitation of communication skills. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 856, 832, 863.
837 Auditory and Vestibular Pathologies I. 3 cr. Survey of the most common peripheral auditory system pathologies and their presentation in the auditory evaluation. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 856, 858.
845 The Human Balance System: Structure, Assessment, and Rehabilitation. 2 cr. Study of human balance function with ennphasis on the vestibular system, including neurophysiology, testing, and rehabilitation. Clinical experience in electronystagmography (ENG) and videonystagmography (VNG), analysis of results, familiarization with rotational and posturography tests, and treatment techniques are included. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 860, 862.
846 The Human Balance System: Laboratory. 1 cr. The focus will be on training the student to perform and analyze the results of electronystagmography (ENG) and videonystagmography (VNG) examinations, and practice the canalith repositioning maneuver. If possible, students will observe the administration of rotational and posturography tests. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850,851, 852, 860, 862, con reg in 845.
847 Acoustics and Perception of Speech. 2 cr. A study of the processes underlying speech production and speech perception, and the effects of hearing loss on the processes. Acoustic features of speech, classical and contemporary theories of speech perception, and current research are discussed. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 851, 854.
849 Geriatric Audiology: Diagnosis and Rehabilitation. 2 cr. A study of basic theories of aging, anatomical and physiological effects of aging on the auditory and balance systems, and resulting communication difficulties associated with aging. The course emphasizes both the diagnostic and rehabilitative challenges in working with elderly patients. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 856, 862.
850 Hearing Science I: Basic Acoustics and Psychoacoustics. 3 cr. Study of anatomy and physiology of the human auditory system, with an emphasis on the peripheral system. Basic concepts in psychoacoustics are discussed with reference to the normal and pathological auditory systems. P: Grad st & cons inst, Com Dis 202, 320.
851 Hearing Sci II: Advanced Topics in Hearing and Balance. 3 cr. Introduction to advanced concepts, theories, and experimental procedures related to psychphysics, anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vesibular systems. The focus is on central mechanisms of hearing and balance, and the role that these processes play in psychophysical phenomena. P: Grad st, cons inst, con reg in Com Dis 850.
852 Hearing Assessment. 2 cr. Familiarizes students with the bases, purpose, rationale and procedures for tests of auditory function, the importance of understanding auditory function and available evidence as bases for test selection and the importance of the objective(s) of diagnostic procedures. P: Grad st & con reg in Com Dis 853.
853 Hearing Assessment Laboratory. 1 cr. Familiarize students with the procedures for tests of auditory function, the importance of understanding auditory function and available evidence as bases for test selections and the importance of realizing the objective(s) forming the bases of diagnostic procedures. P: Con reg in Com Dis 852.
854 Electroacoustics and Instrument Calibration. 2 cr. Systematic review of physical concepts of acoustics and electronics underpinning the practice of audiology, as well as formally adopted standards by which clinical environments, instruments and procedures are calibrated. P: Grad st, cons inst & con reg in Com Dis 855.
855 Electroacoustics and Calibration Laboratory. 1 cr. Laboratory experience in electroacoustic measurement and calibration of examination spaces, test equipment, and amplification systems pertinent to the practice of audiology. P: Grad st, con reg in Com Dis 854.
856 Amplification Systems I. 2 cr. Study of the components and electroacoustic characteristics of hearing aids and assistive listening devices, as well as approaches for selecting the devices and verifying their fitting. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 853, 891, con reg in Com Dis 857.
857 Laboratory in Amplification Systems I. 1 cr. Testing, fitting, and repairing hearing aids, performing basic hearing aid tests and repairs, proper cerumen removal and ear impression atechniques, and using appropriate strategies in fitting. Electroacoustic evaluation and use of probe microphone measures in hearing aid fitting. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 853, con reg in 856.
858 Physiological Assessment in Audiology I. 2 cr. Study of concepts and procedures physiological assessment of the auditory system, with emphasis on otoacoustic emissions and auditory brainstem responses. Clinical applications and case studies integrate these recordings with behavioral assessment of the auditory system. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, con reg in 859.
859 Laboratory in Physiological Assessment of the Auditory System I. 1 cr. Laboratory experience in the procedures and interpretation of physiological assessment of the auditory system, wih the major emphasis on otoacoustic emissions and the auditory brainstem response. P: Grad st, cons inst, con reg in Com Dis 858.
860 Physiological Assessment in Audiology II. 2 cr. Advanced study of physiological measures used by audiologists in threshold and diagnostic evaluations, including acoustic immittance, middle and long latency auditory evoked potentials, and P300, and MMN. Course includes an introduction to evaluation of the balance system. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 853, 858, 859, con reg in 861.
861 Laboratory in Physiological Assessment of the Auditory System II. 1 cr. Laboratory experience in objective measures used by audiologists for threshold and diagnostic evaluations, including acoustic immittance, middle and long latency auditory evoked potentials, P300, and MMN. Demonstrations, projects, and case studies prepare students to administer and interpret these tests. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 853, con reg in 860.
862 Auditory and Vestibular Pathologies II. 3 cr. Major disorders of the auditory and vestibular systems, with an emphasis on differential diagnosis of disorders of the endorgans and neural systems and multisystem disorders. Casual factors, treatment, prognosis, and case studies are included. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 858, 837.
863 Implantable Auditory Prostheses. 2 cr. The audiological management of severe to profound hearing loss using implantable auditory prostheses. This course will focus on cochlear implants, and will also provide an introduction to the auditory brainstem implant. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 832, 856.
864 Auditory Processing Disorders. 2 cr. A study of auditory processing disorders in children and adults. This course will cover aspects of a multidisciplinary assessment of auditory processing and the variety of treatment methods. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 832.
865 Practice Management. 2 cr. Consideration of non-profit and for-profit practice models with emphasis on organizational structure, legal and tax implications, financial performance, policies and practices of personnel management, marketing strategies, risk management and professional ethics. P: Grad st, cons inst.
866 Amplification Systems II. 2 cr. Strategies for fitting hearing aids, including selection and recommendation, use of prescription gain formulas, and verification of gain. Considerations in geriatric and pediatric hearing aid fitting and ethical issues. Basic techniques in determining patient satisfaction with hearing aids. P: Grad st, cons inst, Com Dis 850, 851, 852, 854, 856.
891 Clerkship in Audiology I. 1-3 cr. An introductory, first year, practicum focusing on the acquisition of beginning skills in both screening and diagnostic audiology. It provides initial training in the use of audiometric instruments and software, patient interactions, and reporting procedures. P: Grad st & cons inst.
892 Clerkship in Audiology II. 1-3 cr. This second year clerkship focuses on the physiologic assessment of the vestibular and the peripheral and central auditory systems. It also provides continued development of skills in the assessment of hearing and the implementation of treatment plans across all ages. P: Com Dis 891.
893 Clerkship in Audiology III. 1-4 cr. This third year clerkship provides opportunities to practice skills in settings outside of the university clinics. The goal is to advance all skills to the developing level so that the student can perform assessments and treatment with less supervision. P: Com Dis 892.
894 Externship in Audiology. 2-4 cr. The externship year continues development of skills in assessment of hearing and implementation of treatment plans across all ages. The goal is to develop skills to the mastery level where the student can perform competently with a minimum of supervision. P: Com Dis 893.
899 Capstone Study in Audiology. 1-3 cr. Independent work on a capstone project under the supervision of a faculty member. P: Grad st, cons inst.
900 Seminar-Speech Science. 2-3 cr. Focus varies with staff. Various aspects of physiological and acoustic phonetics and of speech perception. P: Cons inst.
911 Seminar-Speech Therapy in the School Environment. 2-3 cr. Special problems; program organization, clinical procedures, research needs and opportunities, and professional relationships as they apply to speech therapy in public schools. P: Curric 492 or cons inst.
913 Seminar-Problems in Voice Disorders. 2-3 cr. Symptomatology, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of voice disorders with emphasis on current research procedures and findings and consideration of special problems. P: Cons inst.
914 Seminar-Neuropathological Bases of Speech Disorders. 2-3 cr. Effect on motor speech behavior. Critical review of the literature regarding the role of central and peripheral nervous systems in dysarthria. P: Cons inst & Com Dis 711.
920 Seminar-Auditory Disorders. 1-3 cr. Etiology, nature and rehabilitative implications of specific hearing impairments. P: Cons inst.
921 Seminar-Problems in Audiology. 1-3 cr. Current interests in areas of auditory evaluation, pathology or rehabilitation. P: Cons inst.
922 Seminar-Experimental Audiology. 1-3 cr. In the areas of psychophysics and biophysics of audition. P: Cons inst.
940 Seminar: Language Pathology-Children. 2-3 cr. Symbolic behavior of children who demonstrate language disorders regardless of etiology. Emphasis on evaluation and therapeutic procedures. P: Cons inst.
942 Seminar: Language Pathology-Adults. 2-3 cr. Disturbance in symbolic behavior in adults resulting from a variety of etiologies. Critical review of the literature for background in evaluation and treatment. P: Cons inst.
944 Seminar-Language Problems. 2-3 cr. Emphasis on the current status of literature. Relevance of the findings to deviant populations. P: Cons inst.
945 Seminar: Language and Cognition. 2-3 cr. Relation of cognitive development to normal and deviant language acquisition and performance. Critical review of theoretical approaches and experimental data. P: Grad st & cons inst.
946 Augmentative Communication Systems: An Interactive Process. 2 cr. Research review on motoric and social interactional processes, their role with persons using augmentative communication systems. P: Com Dis 342, Grad st & cons inst.
990 Research and Thesis. 1-12 cr. Under the supervision of a staff member. P: Grad st & cons inst.