This course is an introduction to the scientific study of communication, the nature of communication disorders, and the professions of audiology and speech-language pathology. An exploration and foundation of the etiology, diagnosis, and therapeutic methodology of various communication disorders across the lifespan will be discussed. The prerequisite for most other CSD courses.
3.0 Credits

A study of physiology of sound production dealing with the physical properties of sounds themselves, not how they are meaningful, introduces students to the transcription of typical and disordered speech sounds following the principles of the International Phonetic Alphabet. This course presents the limitations of spelling and the relationships among the phonemes of the English language.
3.0 Credits

This course provides an examination of the components of language (phonology, syntax, and lexicon), the theories regarding how children develop language and the sequence of acquisition of language components. (P: CSD 111 or permission of instructor)
3.0 Credits

This course explores the structure and function of the systems responsible for speech and swallowing. Specifically, students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, phonatory, articulatory, and resonator systems. Speech and swallowing disorders will be integrated as appropriate. (P: CSD 111 or permission of instructor)
3.0 Credits

This course will present the different methods of sign language and their historical derivations. The students will acquire a conversational level in sign language and finger spelling. This course may also serve as an elective for those interested in communicating with individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing.
3.0 Credits

This course examines the nature of sound and sound perception and the anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism. The nature of hearing disorders, including their medical, social, psychological, and educational parameters will be investigated. Students will be introduced to basic audiometric evaluation techniques. (P: CSD 111 or permission of instructor)
3.0 Credits

This course provides a study of communication disorders in children with emphasis on evidence-based practices of evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. (P: CSD 111 or permission of instructor)
3.0 Credits

This course presents core concepts related to physiological processes and acoustic features of speech production and perception. Emphasizes acoustic phonetics, including the physics of sound as well as inferences about voicing and resonance features of speech sounds from spectrograms. Students will learn how to use and interpret instrumentation for acoustic analysis. (P: Must be a junior or senior CSD major with a minimum 3.0 GPA in the major.
3.0 Credits