Communication Sciences and Disorder Courses[561-608]

[561-608] [613-799]

COSD 561. Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology. 3 crs. Examination of the structures and functions of the nervous system, including the normal and abnormal processes. Fall semester only. Prereq.: COSD 263.

COSD 562. Psychoacoutics. 3 crs. Anatomical and physiological considerations of the normal auditory system and physical characteristics of sound and its processing by the auditory system.

COSD 563. Phonological Disturbances. 3 crs. Includes the theory, assessment, and management of articulation/and phonological disorders. Prereq.: COSD 362.

COSD 565. Orofacial Disorders and Cerebral Palsy. 3 crs. Study of craniofacial development and abnormalities, with emphasis on examination and management. Fall semester only. Prereq.: COSD 362.

COSD 567. Aphasia. 3 crs. Analysis of speech and language problems resulting from neuropathology, with emphasis on examination and management. Spring semester only. Prereqs.: COSD 263 and COSD 561.

COSD 569. Neuromotor Disorders Intervention for Special Populations. 3 crs. Presentation of communication abnormalities resulting from neuromotor disorders, with emphasis on examination and management. Spring semester only. Prereq.: COSD 561.

COSD 571. Voice Disorders. 3 crs. Analysis of the theoretical framework undergirding normal and pathological vocal behavior, with emphasis on examination and management. Fall semester only. Prereq.: COSD 362.

COSD 573. Stuttering. 3 crs. Includes the theories, assessment, and management of stuttering and related disorders. Spring semester only. Prereq.: COSD 362.

COSD 575. Language Disorders in Children. 3 crs. Treats the nature, assessment, and management of language disorders. Prereqs.: COSD 362 and COSD 561.

COSD 576. Hearing Disorders. 3 crs. Normal and pathological aspects of the auditory system including diagnostic, and remediation procedures. Prereq.: COSD 562.

COSD 577. Differential Diagnosis. 3 crs. Theoretical and practical application of diagnostic procedures for assessment of communication disorders. Prereq.: COSD 467.

COSD 579. Aural Rehabilitation. 3 crs. Analyzes the impact of hearing loss on communication and its effect on speech perception training. Fall semester only. Prereqs.: COSD 361 and COSD 367.

COSD 580. Clinical Practicum. 3 cr. Supervised participation in therapeutic and diagnostic methodology. Prereq.: COSD 465.

COSD 581. Clinical Audiology. 3 crs. Examination of otological problems and their audiological manifestations. Prereq.: COSD 367 or permission of instructor.

COSD 582. Clinical Practicum V. 1 cr. Supervised participation in therapeutic and diagnostic methodology. Prereq.: COSD 580.

COSD 583. Amplification Systems. 3 crs. A comprehensive study of sound amplification, electroacoustic characteristics of hearing aids and auditory trainers, evaluation procedures, counseling and hearing aid orientation and practical considerations for selection and dispensing of hearing aid systems. Spring semester only. Prereq.: HUCO 581 and COSD 562.

COSD 584. Clinical Practicum VI. 1 cr. Supervised participation in therapeutic and diagnostic methodology. Prereq.: COSD 582.

COSD 585. Pediatric/Geriatric Audiology. 3 crs. Discussion auditory impairments in neonates, school-age children, and geriatric populations. Prereq.: COSD 581.

COSD 586. Private Practice and Administration in Audiology and Speech/Language Pathology. 3 crs. Administration of the private practice in audiology and speech pathology. Fall semester only.

COSD 588. Hearing Conservation. 3 crs. Industrial and environmental noise problems: effects of noise on hearing and communication, noise measurement, hearing conservation programs, and the role of government agencies in hearing conservation. Prereq.: COSD 581.

COSD 591. Research Methods. 3 crs. Introduction to research methodologies regarding communication problems. Prereq.: COSD 590.

COSD 592. Thesis. 3 crs. Supervised execution of a thesis. Prereq.: COSD 591.

COSD 593. Thesis. 1 cr. Continuation of Thesis II.

COSD 594. Journal Writing. 3 crs. Preparation of a written paper utilizing journalistic style. Prereq.: COSD 591.

COSD 601. Independent Study. 3 crs. each. Opportunity for students to engage in an independent program of reading under the supervision of a faculty member.

COSD 602. Independent Study. 1 cr. each. Opportunity for students to engage in an independent program of reading under the supervision of a faculty member.

COSD 608. Applied Sociolinguistics. 3 crs. Application of sociolinguistic data and theory to the resolution of practical problems and issues.