CSD - Communication Sciences & Disorders
An examination of communication development and changes across the lifespan, including speaking, listening, reading, writing, and nonverbal communication. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
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 Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 6 credits when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Prerequisite: Determined specific to the topic presented. See Course Search and Registration.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Study of language development in typically developing children from birth through adulthood; oral language sample analysis; language characteristics in disordered language learners. Prerequisite: ENG 271.
Credits
3(3-0)
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.
This course covers the structures and functions of the speech and hearing mechanisms.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The study of assessment and evidence-based intervention approaches of speech sound disorders. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 335.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 335.
Corequisites
None.
Assessment and intervention for language, cognition, and communication in infants through school-aged children not developing within normal language parameters. Prerequisites: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 330.
Credits
3(3-0)
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: Admitted to the CSD program; Pre/Co-requisites: CSD 439, CSD 494.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admitted to CSD program.
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: Admitted to CSD program; CSD 278, CSD 338, CSD 340.
Credits
3(3-0)
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 class lectures focus on clinical methods, procedures, performance, and expectations. CR/NC 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)
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.
Credits
3(Spec)