CSD - Communication Sciences & Disorders
Study of normal acquisition of language and speech of children examined on the basis of current linguistic theory. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study of types and management of communicative disorders experienced by people of all ages/cultures, with emphasis on portrayal of disabilities in literature/film and societal responses. (University Program Group IV- A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study of speech sound acquisition emphasizing broad and narrow transcription of normal and disordered American English speech sound production using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Selected topics/problems/current issues of interest not normally included in existing courses. Current topic(s) are listed in the semester Class Schedule. Repeatable up to 6 credits when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Prerequisite: Determined specific to the topic presented. See Class Schedule.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Determined specific to the topic presented. See Class Schedule.
Corequisites
None.
Study of language development in typically developing children from birth through adulthood; oral language sample analysis; language characteristics in disordered language learners.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Anatomy and basic psychophysics of hearing, pathologies causing hearing loss, and measurement procedures used to test hearing. Prerequisite: 24 credit hours. Recommended: Math competency and one course in the natural sciences.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
24 credit hours
Corequisites
None.
Anatomical structures and functions for speech and hearing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The study of formal and informal assessment of speech sound system disorders, associated factors and intervention approaches applied to various etiologies. Prerequisites: Signed CDO or CSD major or minor; CSD 278, CSD 335.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed CDO or CSD major or minor; CSD 278, CSD 335.
Corequisites
None.
Formal/informal assessment of language, cognition, and communication functioning in infant through school-aged children not developing normal language parameters: intervention approaches for deficits in language. Prerequisites: Signed CDO or CSD major or minor; CSD 330.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed CDO or CSD major or minor; CSD 330.
Corequisites
None.
This service-learning course explores the nature and impact of speech, hearing, language, and cognitive-communication disorders through real-life communication opportunities with older adults. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 335.
Credits
3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program; CSD 335.
Corequisites
None.
Habilitative and rehabilitative issues/approaches for persons with hearing loss, including hearing aids, cochlear implants, speechreading, conversational strategies, auditory training, speech/language intervention, psychosocial adjustment, and education. Prerequisite: Admitted to the CSD program, CSD 331.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admitted to the CSD program, CSD 331
Corequisites
None.
Clinical communication using case-based formats to interpret/report outcome data and develop oral/written skills in correspondence with clients, families, and stakeholders. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Signed CDO/CSD major; Pre/Co-requisites:
CSD 439,
CSD 494.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed CDO/CSD major
Corequisites
None.
This course assists special education teachers and other related professionals in the management of language disorders for children in various diagnostic categories.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Classroom lecture integrating the clinical interaction process with clinical principles and techniques. Prerequisites: Signed CDO/CSD major;
CSD 278,
CSD 338,
CSD 340.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed CDO/CSD major; CSD 278, CSD 338, CSD 340
Corequisites
None.
Physical properties of sound generation, transmission, reception, and perception. Acoustics of American English phonemes and acoustic-physiologic relationships for human sound production. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 335.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 335
Corequisites
None
Student-initiated study guided by faculty member or faculty committee. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor; completion of Course Contract document.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor; completion of Course Contract document
Corequisites
None.
Supervised clinical assignment with an experienced student mentor encompassing up to 4 hours per week; with required weekly lectures regarding clinical procedures, issues, and cases. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 338, CSD 340.
Credits
4(2-4)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program; CSD 338, CSD 340
Corequisites
None.
Enables students in communication sciences and disorders to carry out directed supervised clinical practicum. Weekly discussion of clinical problems and cases. CR/NR only. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 330, CSD 331, CSD 335, CSD 338, CSD 340, CSD 439, CSD 494; a grade point of at least 3.0.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 330, CSD 331, CSD 335, CSD 338, CSD 340, CSD 439, CSD 494; a grade point of at least 3.0.
Corequisites
None.
Learn how the foundations of literacy are built on oral language and how to assess and remediate literacy issues. Prerequisites: 55 credit hours completed or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
55 credit hours completed or graduate status
Corequisites
None.
Study of critical evaluation of scientific literature. Research in evidence-based practice related to clinical decision-making. Exploration of quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method research design procedures. Prerequisites: Signed Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) major or minor;
STA 282QR or
PSY 211QR; or admission to the graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) major or minor; STA 282QR or PSY 211QR; or admission to the graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology.
Corequisites
None.
Selected topics/problems/current issues of interest not normally included in existing courses. Current topic(s) are listed in the semester Class Schedule. Repeatable up to 6 credits when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Prerequisites: Determined specific to the topic presented. See Class Schedule.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Determined specific to the topic presentedSee Class Schedule
Corequisites
None.
Designed for SLPs to work with clients exhibiting communication inhibitors. Open to non-CSD/SLP students to improve their corporate communication skills. Prerequisite: Students must have already satisfied the Oral English Competency or graduate status.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
Students must have already satisfied the Oral English Competency or graduate status.
Corequisites
None.
Clinical engagement is a cornerstone in maximizing therapeutic outcomes. This course will explore core engagement principles and offer skill- building opportunities for entering client/family partnerships. Prerequisite:
CSD 494 or admission to the graduate program in Speech- Language Pathology.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
CSD 494 or admission to the graduate program in Speech- Language Pathology
Corequisites
None.
This course examines evidence-based practices and procedures in communication assessment and intervention strategies for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.Prerequisites: SPE 530; senior or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 530; senior or graduate status
Corequisites
None.
This course examines evidence-based practices and clinical procedures for communication assessment and intervention of clients with autism spectrum disorders and social pragmatic communication disorders. Prerequisites: Signed CSD major or minor; or graduate status in speech- language pathology or audiology.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Signed CSD major or minor; or graduate status in speech- language pathology or audiology.
Corequisites
None.
Fundamental aspects of normal neuroanatomy and neurophysiology underlying human communication; etiologies and effects of select neuropathologies encountered in communication disorders. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the communication sciences and disorders major or the speech-language pathology graduate program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Acceptance into the communication sciences and disorders major or the speech-language pathology graduate program.
Corequisites
None.
Literacy clinical experience with an approved clinical instructor in appropriate on- or off-campus clinical setting. CR/NC only. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: CSD 512, EDU 533, EDU 537, EDU 531 or SLP 720, EDU 540.