Speech Pathology and Audiology
SLHS 301 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing
Anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms. Topics include respiration, phonation, articulation, resonance, and hearing, with emphasis on normal processes.
SLHS 302 - Phonetics and Phonological Disorders
A study of speech sound production and acquisition, including transcription of speech via the International Phonetic Alphabet. An overview of evidence-based assessment and intervention for articulation and phonological disorders.
PHYS 304 - Acoustics
An introduction to the physical properties of sound. Focuses on the scientific and mathematical framework describing acoustical concepts, with particular application to the human voice, speech articulation, and hearing mechanisms.
SLHS 401 - Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of Speech, Language and Hearing
Studies anatomy and physiology of the nervous systems as related to human cognitive and communicative function and dysfunction - with emphasis on normal processes.
SLHS 402 - Audiology and Audiological Assessment
A review of anatomy and physiology of the ear systems. Theory and application of pure tone and speech audiometric procedures for identification and differential diagnosis of peripheral auditory disorders.
SLHS 407 - Clinical Methods and Diagnostics
Learn principles of client assessment, treatment and management, including designing therapy hierarchies, collecting data, working with families, reinforcing correct behavior and documenting outcomes.