Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)

This course is an introduction to human communication. It surveys mechanisms of communication and clinical populations served by audiologists, speech-language pathologists and relevant professionals such as educators and neuropsychologists. Roles and responsibilities of audiologists and speech-language pathologists are discussed.

This course is an introduction to the articulation of speech sounds, techniques for speech transcription, including basic transcription skills in International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and considerations of phonetic and phonemic systems.

This course offers a detailed study of the anatomy and physiology related to communication sciences and disorders.

This course provides an introduction to the acoustics of speech and hearing. It is also an introduction to physical acoustics, sound generation and transmission, resonance, speech acoustics, and speech perception.

This course is the study of language acquisition, development, structure and function in typically developing children.

This course provides an introduction to the symptoms, causes and treatment of hearing disorders. Hearing test instrumentation and interpretation in clinical situations are emphasized.

This course is an introduction to speech and language disorders in children. An overview of assessment and treatment is presented.

This course offers a focused study on the impact of hearing loss on human communication across the lifespan.

This course is a focused study of topics in speech production and perception as related to communication sciences and disorders. The underlying mechanisms associated with these functions for human communication are surveyed and examined with an emphasis on the effects of communicative disorders. The interdisciplinary nature of communication sciences and disorders is highlighted. This course is relevant to a range of fields of study including (but not limited to) speech-language pathology, audiology, speech, language, hearing sciences, psychology, linguistics, health sciences, nursing and occupational therapy.

This course addresses professional issues including professional conduct, evidence-based practice, ethics, social determinants of health, and considerations for person-, family-, and/or care-partner centered care.

This course is an introduction to neuroanatomy with emphasis on neurogenic communication disorders.

This course addresses fundamental considerations for communication and swallowing disorders of acquired neurogenic etiology. Evaluation methods and treatment strategies are explored.

Provides an introduction to American Sign Language, the deaf community and English-based signed systems.

Focuses on developing conversational skills of students whose core vocabulary and knowledge of the grammar and pragmatics of sign language are basic; distinguishes ASL from English sign systems.

This course is an introduction to the clinical process in speech-language pathology via guided observation and participation in laboratory and professional clinical interactions. Practical clinical methodologies are emphasized.

This course is an introduction to the clinical process in audiology via guided observation and participation in laboratory and professional clinical interactions. Practical clinical methodologies are emphasized.

Provides students opportunity for independent study and/or small class instruction in elective topics.

See catalog section "Graduation with Honors."

Focuses on both basic and applied research interpretation.

Designed to provide a detailed study of a particular topic of interest in speech pathology and/or audiology.

This course addresses selected topics, issues and other content designed to prepare students for clinical practice in audiology. Content is treated on an introductory level with emphasis upon problem solving, integration of information across didactic and practical knowledge toward clinical skill development.

A study of topics and procedures of instrumentation that are fundamental to clinical practice including electricity and electronics, filters, calibration, acoustical impedance, analog and digital signals, and acoustics.

This course provides advanced study of the anatomy and physiology of the peripheral and central auditory systems to include cochlear and neural mechanisms of sound coding.

This course is an introduction to anatomy and physiology of the vestibular and oculomotor systems. Course content includes videonystagmography testing including oculomotor assessments, positional testing and caloric testing with both didactic and hands-on components. Normal mechanisms will be discussed in light of diagnosis and treatment of pathological processes.

This course provides a study of auditory disorders and the measurement of hearing including an overview of behavioral and physiologic measures. Emphasis is placed on the behavioral evaluation of the peripheral system, tests of cochlear and retrocochlear differentiation, and immittance measures.

This course focuses on the impact of hearing loss on human communication across the lifespan. Aural habilitation and rehabilitation procedures common to the 20th century are compared with today's trends and with projected advances expected for the 21st century.  Additional emphasis is placed on the role of aural habilitation and rehabilitation in an educational setting.

This course is an advanced study of the anatomy and physiology of the oculomotor and vestibular systems. It includes detailed study of basic and advanced concepts in clinical testing, treatment and mechanisms of rehabilitation of disorders of the vestibular and balance system.

Supervised clinical practicum at the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and a variety of other settings. Lab fee required.

Advanced sign language will enhance the communication skills of the student whose core vocabulary and knowledge of application of sign language are basic. The course arranges opportunities for building fluency and reception, as well as expanding knowledge of sign systems and the appropriateness in a given situation.

An overview of the role of speech-language pathology in the interdisciplinary management of cognitive-communicative deficits associated with traumatic brain injury.

A study of the relationship between a sound stimulus and the behavioral response it produces in a listener.

This course addresses selected topics, issues and other content designed to prepare students for clinical practice in audiology. Content is treated on an introductory level with emphasis upon problem solving, integration of information across didactic and practical knowledge toward clinical skill development.

Focus on demographics of autism spectrum disorders, historical and contemporary diagnostic and treatment procedures, and the role of the speech-language pathologist in interdisciplinary programs.

Assessment and intervention strategies for the speechless population will be presented. Students will participate in demonstrations of alternative communication systems. An interdisciplinary team approach to (re)habilitation will be studied.

A study of the effects of noise upon humans and topics relevant to hearing conservation, such as noise assessment and risk factors, hearing protectors, audiometric testing, employee training and record keeping.

This course focuses on the various professional and business practices and regulations that impact audiology. Topics include licensure, certification, ethical and professional standards of practice, as well as practice management and business methods common to the practice of audiology.

Supervised clinical practicum at the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and a variety of other settings. Lab fee required.

A comprehensive study of the language development of children, the various characterizations of language impairment in children, and intervention issues and strategies, with a particular focus on academic and educational implications and interdisciplinary management in daycare, preschool and school environments.

Language and emergent literacy development and disorders in the birth to five population are reviewed. Screening, prevention, assessment and intervention strategies for serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers are highlighted.

Current research and clinical management will be presented of individuals showing difficulties in feeding orally and aspirating. Normal physiology of deglutition and the multidisciplinary approach toward the management of dysphagia will be emphasized.

This course addresses epidemiology, neurophysiological mechanisms, a variety of assessment approaches and current management options for tinnitus (bothersome and non-bothersome). Basic concepts in general pharmacology and common medications related to audiology practice will be discussed.

A study of hearing handicap and its management in adults, including amplification technologies, electroacoustic analyses, and prescription and verification procedures. Emphasis is on the foundations of clinical management.

The objective of this course is to familiarize students with theoretical and clinical aspects in the areas of dysarthria and apraxia. Similarities and differences of the speech impairments in these disorders will be demonstrated and applied to diagnosis and treatment.

This is the first in a series of practicum courses. It includes both practice-base and didactic components.

This is the second in a series of required practicum courses. It includes both practice base and didactic components.

This required practicum course is an intermediate level practice-based experience.

Evaluations of research designs and methods in audiology, critique of published articles and student involvement in designing experiments on assigned topics.

Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology with an emphasis on speech and language behavior. Comprehensive examination of the neuroanatomic and neurophysiologic substrate for cognition and communication.

Study of the neurophysiological and electrophysiological properties of the human peripheral and central auditory pathways.

Supervised clinical practicum at the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and a variety of other settings.

This course introduces students to data analyses and statistics commonly used in hearing and balance research. Students are encouraged to bring their own data collections to class.

This course is an advanced study of the neurophysiological and electrophysiological properties of the human auditory and related sensory and motor systems.

This course is an advanced study of hearing handicap and its prosthetic management. Various technologies, prescription methods and verification procedures are critically reviewed.

Speech sound production and associated skills in children are considered including articulation, motor planning and execution, phonological patterns, and phonological awareness. Emphasis is given to the identification of differences versus disorders and specific assessment and intervention approaches for various speech sound disorders.

Students study typical and disordered feeding and swallowing disorders in children, including anatomy and physiology, clinical and instrumental evaluation, and therapeutic management. This course includes interprofessional education related to the roles and responsibilities of allied medical and educational partners involved in care.

The normal biological, psychological and sociological changes associated with aging, as well as cultural and healthcare issues that impact aging adults in the United States, are discussed. Strategies and models for service delivery associated with speech-language, cognitive and swallowing disorders in this population will be addressed.

Supervised clinical practicum at the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and a variety of other settings.

Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of stuttering for children and adults are studied. Particular emphasis is placed on differentiating incipient stuttering from normal disfluencies.

A study of the various disorders of the external, middle and inner ears; the retrocochlear and central auditory systems; and the vestibular and balance system.

Supervised clinical practicum at clinical settings external to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic.

Evidence-based practices for the screening, assessment and intervention of school-age children and adolescents with language and literacy disorders are reviewed.

Theoretical comparative aspects and clinical management of aphasia in adults are emphasized. Communication disorders associated with right hemisphere brain damage are also considered.

This course will provide an introduction to basic interviewing and counseling skills necessary to help clinicians achieve the greatest success possible when working with patients with communication and balance disorders. This course will also discuss health literacy and the importance of ensuring that patients can effectively navigate complex information related to their hearing and balance health.

Students study the anatomy and physiology of normal voice production. This course reviews clinical and instrumental evaluation methods with emphasis on acoustic, aerodynamic and stroboscopic evaluation. Differential diagnosis of functional, organic, and neurogenic voice and resonance disorders and the treatment of these disorders across the lifespan are reviewed. Consideration for special voice populations including gender-affirming voice, laryngectomy and artificial airway.

Designed to allow graduate students to pursue independent study and/or research in the area of speech, language and hearing disorders under appropriate faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit.

This required practicum course is an advanced level practice-based experience.

This required practicum course is an advanced level practice-based experience. Both CSD 683 and CE 650 may be repeated for credit.

This course will cover advanced considerations relative to the diagnosis and management of individuals with speech, language and hearing disorders.

Continued preparation in anticipation of the comprehensive examination. Course may be repeated.

The thesis option generally requires three to four semesters to complete. Students choosing the thesis option will not be required to complete the written comprehensive examination. Students should talk with their advisor prior to this option. This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.

This course studies the aging process as it relates to communication and hearing. Evaluation and treatment strategies for the geriatric client are emphasized, along with special topics related to aging including auditory anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and rehabilitative services, and changes in auditory perception with advancing age.

Normal and pathological development of the auditory system; pediatric audiometric assessment; auditory and communication aspects in the habilitation of hearing-impaired children.

This course sequence provides opportunity for research in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor. Emphasis on developing a question and hypothesis; selecting subjects and variables to investigate; collecting and analyzing data; and reporting results should provide the student with a meaningful research experience.

This course sequence provides opportunities in-depth study in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor.

Supervised clinical practicum at clinical settings external to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic.

This course addresses topics in the areas of cochlear implants and other implantable auditory devices. This course covers the basic knowledge in selection criteria for candidacy, signal processing of cochlear implants, pre and post implant audiological procedures, and habilitation/rehabilitation of patients with implantable auditory devices.

Supervised clinical practicum at clinical settings external to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic.

Advanced study of the diagnosis and evaluation of hearing and balance disorders.

This course provides the opportunity for research in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor. Students are required to participate in gathering data and observing the process of developing new knowledge through research. Emphasis is placed on the student becoming an expert consumer of research, as well as gaining an appreciation for research methodology.

Principles for applying instruments, technologies and measurement tools to research in a wide variety of investigations and clinical applications in communication sciences and disorders. A survey and in-depth review of the principal equipment and instrumentation that is available and predicted to be available to researchers and clinicians in the communication sciences and disorders.

Discusses issues related to success in Ph.D. programs and development of skills as a researcher, leader, expert clinician and academician, such as characteristics of successful Ph.D. students; approaches to integrating course work; research learning; preparing review papers and research proposals; ethics in Ph.D. education and research; issues related to IRBs; intellectual property; collaborations; scholarly networks; authorships; and the funding of research. Topics are selected and designed to meet the individual needs of specific cohorts of CSD Ph.D. students early in their programs.

Discusses issues related to preparing for the dissertation experience and life beyond a Ph.D. program. Topics may include strategies for writing up scientific results; differences between dissertations and research articles; getting into print; strategies for presenting research and strategic selection of venues; and planning and developing an academic/research career, such as the first job and post docs; choosing the employer; the application and selection process; establishing oneself as a researcher, scholar and academic; surviving the first university position; facts and fiction of tenure and promotion; and thinking beyond the first job (career planning). Specific topics are selected and designed to meet the individual needs of specific cohorts of CSD Ph.D. students that apply later in their programs.

This course offers a practical guide to writing persuasive grant proposals. The course will take the student from an original idea to its distillation into a compelling research question, presenting clear methods to answer the research question, assessing outcomes and navigating the appropriate funding agency. Discussions will include examples, hands-on activities, peer review of proposals and presentations by experienced faculty members.

This course addresses selected topics, issues and other content designed to prepare students for clinical practice in audiology. Content is treated on an expert level with emphasis upon problem solving, integration of information across didactic and practical knowledge toward clinical skill development.

This course sequence provides opportunity for research in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor. Emphasis on developing a question and hypothesis, selecting subjects and variables to investigate, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting results should provide the student with a meaningful research experience.

This course sequence provides opportunities in-depth study in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor.

Full-time clinical practicum with limited supervision at clinical settings external to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic.

This course addresses selected topics, issues and other content designed to prepare students for clinical practice in audiology. Content is treated on an expert level with emphasis upon problem solving and integration of information across didactic and practical knowledge toward clinical skill development.

Full-time clinical practicum with limited supervision at clinical settings external to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. This course may be repeated with permission of instructor for up to 6 credits.

This course is designed to equip future educators with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective teaching at the college level. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical applications, students will explore the core principles of pedagogy, curriculum design and assessment strategies.

Students enrolled in this course are mentored in a teaching assignment by an experienced faculty mentor. Teaching will be examined through observation, conferences, review of records and communication skills. Competencies for the Ph.D. student will be examined and related to best practices in pedagogy.

This seminar focuses on the current views of etiology, assessment and treatment procedures of child language disorders.

This seminar focuses on the current views of etiology, assessment and treatment procedures of aerodigestive disorders.

This seminar would be devoted to study and discussion of one or more topics current in neurolinguistic investigation. Possible topics include: PED and fMRI studies of language processing; event-related potentials; connectionist models of speech errors and paraphasias; morphosyntactic disorders in language disorders; role of prosody in language processing and neurological disorders; pragmatic studies of populations with brain damage.

This seminar focuses on the current views of etiology, assessment and treatment procedures of voice disorders.

This seminar focuses on advanced study of selected topics of interest in communication sciences and disorders. May be repeated for credit.

Advanced and in-depth study of speech perception and production, including acoustics, intelligibility, current technologies and instrumentations, and theoretical models guiding research approaches.

This course sequence provides opportunity for research in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor. Emphasis on developing a question and hypothesis, selecting subjects and variables to investigate, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting results should provide the student with a meaningful research experience.

This course sequence provides opportunities in-depth study in an area of special interest as directed by a faculty mentor.

Culminating research project. Enrollment beyond second semester is contingent upon dissertation committee approval. This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.

Required continuance for dissertation after 12 credits earned for CSD 920.