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The Program in Communication Disorders
CDIS2253 Introduction to Communicative Disorders (FA, SP) An introductory course that surveys the professional interests of speech-language pathology and audiology with specific attention to the general recognition and classification of disorders of speech, language, and hearing, and general trends in rehabilitation. Consideration given to the classroom teacher's involvement in communication disorders.
CDIS3103 Introduction to Audiology (FA) introduction to the basic concepts for administering and interpreting hearing tests, including the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, disorders of the ear, and techniques for administering and interpreting basic pure tone threshold tests.
CDIS3124 Normal Phonology and Articulatory Process (FA) Analysis of the English speech sounds as a basis for speech improvement; physiological positions and movements; acoustic qualities and transcription in the international phonetic alphabet. Corequisite: CDIS 3120L.
CDIS3120L Phonetic Transcription Laboratory (FA) Transcription of the international phonetic alphabet. Corequisite: CDIS 3124.
CDIS3203 Articulation Disorders (SP) A study of the definition, etiology, pathology, and treatment procedures of problems of speech articulation and phonology. Prerequisite: CDIS 3124 and CDIS 3213.
CDIS3213 Anatomy of Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanisms (FA) Structure and function of the organic mechanisms responsible for speech, language, and audition.
CDIS3224 Language Development in Children (FA) Study of the nature of language behavior and of the typical development of speech and language functions for communicative purposes, with primary emphasis on the preschool and early school-age child. Prerequisite: CDIS 3124.
CDIS 3220L Language Transcription Lab (FA)
CDIS3233 Introduction to Clinical Practice (SP) An introduction to the various aspects of clinical operations including technical and interpersonal relationship skills necessary for case management and a survey of professional standards.
CDIS3923H Honors Colloquium (IR) Treats a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. May be repeated. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to candidacy in speech or dramatic art).
CDIS399VH Honors Course (1-6) (IR) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.
CDIS4001 Undergraduate Practicum (FA, SP, SU) Entry-level training in speech-language clinical practicum activities. This course is taken for satisfactory or unsatisfactory credit. Prerequisite: CDIS 2224 and CDIS 2220L and CDIS 3203 and CDIS 3223 and CDIS 3234 and CDIS 3230L plus satisfactory completion of specific program requirements for admission to clinical practice.
CDIS4103 Sign Language and Deafness (SP, SU) An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) and the Deaf Community that uses it. This class will study expressive and sign language skills using ASL vocabulary, structure and grammar. The Deaf Community will be studies through videotapes and readings. Issues in Deaf Education will also be introduced.
CDIS4133 Introduction to Aural Rehabilitation (SP) Study of the technique used in the rehabilitation of speech and language problems of the hearing impaired including the role of amplification, auditory training, and speech reading in rehabilitation. Prerequisite: CDIS 3103.
CDIS4183 Clinical Assessment of Speech and Language Disorders (SP) Study of the basic diagnostic procedures used in speech-language pathology. Emphasis is placed on criteria for test selection, techniques in test administration, and interpretation of test results. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
CDIS4213 Introduction to Speech and Hearing Science (SP) Study of the acoustic structure of oral speech and the auditory skills underlying speech perception. Prerequisite: CDIS 3203, CDIS 3213, CDIS 3124, and CDIS 3120L.
CDIS4223 Language Disorders in Children (SP) Study of disorders of language acquisition and usage in children and adolescents, with emphasis upon the nature, assessment, and treatment of such disorders. Prerequisite: CDIS 3223.
CDIS4245 Neural Bases of Communication (FA) A study of the structures and functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems as they relate to human speech, language, and cognitition. Prerequisite: CDIS 3213.
CDIS4273 Communication Behavior and Aging (FA) Study of the effects upon communication of normal aspects of the aging process, from early adulthood throughout the the lifespan. Changes in speech, language, and hearing functioning are identified; common alterations in communicative disorders commonly associated with advanced age are discussed.
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