150 Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Survey of basic human communication sciences and disorders,
plus related professions. Development and characteristics of
normal communication behavior; nature, causes, signs,
symptoms, and interventions for communication disorders of
speech, hearing, and language.
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256 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing
4 crs (4-0). F.
Minimum sophomore standing
Anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism (respiration,
phonation, resonation, articulation) and of hearing,
including the related neurology.
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257 Normal Communication Development
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: Minimum of 12 earned prior credits
Theoretical foundation for normal communication development,
including prerequisites, extra-linguistic variables,
processes/constraints, and the major language system
components. Language variables presented by select
populations and a profile perspective are presented.
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258 Normal Communication Development Lab
1 cr (0-2). Sp.
P: CDIS 257
Features of normal communication development including
sociocultural influences, cognitive development, and
communication comprehension and production. Procedures for
observing and descriptive recording of normal communication
behaviors.
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262 Phonetics: Theory and Application
2 crs (1-2). F, Sp.
P: Minimum of 12 earned prior credits
Study of the phonological system of language. Emphasis on
phonemic and phonetic analysis and transcription of
standard, nonstandard, and deviant speech.
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301 /501 American Sign Language I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
No credit if taken after CDIS 495/695, American Sign
Language I.
Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL), a
visual/gestural language used by the deaf community. Aspects
of deaf culture are covered.
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302 /502 American Sign Language II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: CDIS 301/501 or CDIS 495/695, American Sign Language I
with a grade of C or above
No credit if taken after CDIS 495/695, American Sign
Language II.
A continuation of American Sign Language I. Introduces
students to new functions that expand their conversational
range from talking about themselves to talking about other
people and activities. Aspects of deaf culture are covered.
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303 /503 American Sign Language III
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: CDIS 302/502 or 495/695, American Sign Language II,
with a grade of C or above
No credit if taken after CDIS 495/695, American Sign
Language III.
A continuation of American Sign Language II. Further
expansion of students' conversational range for talking
about other people and activities. Aspects of deaf culture
are covered.
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311 /511 Language Development and Disorders: Related
Disciplines
3 crs (3-0). F, Su.
No credit for communication disorders majors
Biological, cognitive, perceptual, and social bases of
language development. Developmental skills and processes
related to components of the language system. Language
interaction with learning and teaching including
identification of deficits and language enhancing
strategies.
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321 /521 Aural Rehabilitation
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS421 )
P: CDIS 373 recommended
No credit if taken after CDIS 376/576
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Effects of hearing loss on perceptual, cognitive,
communicative, educational, occupational, social, and
emotional aspects of life, for all age ranges, are studied.
Common intervention techniques associated with hearing loss
are presented.
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326 /526 Voice and Resonance Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS426 )
P: CDIS 256 and 353
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Normal aspects of respiration, phonation, and resonance.
Causes and characteristics of various voice and resonance
disorders. Introduction to the prevention, evaluation, and
treatment of voice and resonance disorders. Introduction to
speech/voice instrumentation.
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331 Developmental Language Disorders
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 257, 258, and 262
No credit if taken after CDIS 431
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Characteristics of language disorders in children from birth
through adolescence as well as assessment and intervention
strategies appropriate for that population.
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352 /552 Fluency Disorders
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS452 )
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
The nature and theories of stuttering and other fluency
disorders. Clinical intervention for people who stutter and
understanding how theories can be clinically useful.
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353 Speech and Hearing Science
4 crs (3-2). Sp.
No credit if taken after CDIS 253
Minimum sophomore standing
This course will introduce students to research principles
and procedures as well as cover basic acoustics,
psychoacoustics, and acoustics of voice and speech
production. Lecture, discussion, and labs will be used in
instruction.
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358 /558 Phonological Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: CDIS 257 or concurrent enrollment
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
This course addresses the nature, assessment, and treatment
of phonological disorders in children and dialect variations
of phonology in adults.
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370 Clinical Procedures in Communication Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: CDIS 358 or 331
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Department permission required
Basic information and skills necessary for functioning in
clinical situations. Topics include: preparation of goals
and objectives, report writing, counseling, clinical
equipment and materials, professional organizations and
behavior, and observation. Twenty-five clinical observation
hours accrued.
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373 Basic Audiology
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: CDIS 256 and 353 recommended
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Introduction to audiology, including anatomy and physiology,
pathologies of hearing, basic evaluation, differential
evaluation, physiological procedures, nonorganic hearing
loss, pediatric evaluation, hearing conservation, and
rehabilitation. Emphasis upon pure tone thresholds, speech
audiometry, and masking.
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378 /578 Introduction to Sign Language
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
An introduction to various systems of manual communication
with a strong emphasis on developing beginning skills in
Signing Exact English and fingerspelling.
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399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
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410 /610 Communication Changes and Disorders of the Older
Adult
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
Minimum junior standing
Normal aging and its effects on speech, voice, oral motor
skills, language, and hearing. Overview of the nature and
treatment of communication disorders of the older adult.
Physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects will
be considered.
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411 /611 Facilitating Communication in Preschool Children
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 257
Foundations for the evaluation of preschool children,
program planning, and program implementation in early
childhood-handicapped classrooms. Focus includes contexts
for communication, content and sequence of communication
programs, and techniques for facilitating communication.
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415 Instructional Internship in CDIS
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
P: 3.00 GPA or higher in CDIS coursework
Limited to communication disorders majors
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
Get form from department office
Selected student develops professional skills by providing
assistance to faculty member, enhancing teaching and
learning of students in a course. Plan based on student-
faculty contract. Three hours of participation per week per
credit.
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419 /619 Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and
Alternative Communication (AAC)
2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su.
Minimum senior standing
Augmentative and alternative communication, plus assistive
technologies for adapted play, environmental control,
mobility, and work site modifications, are explored across
disabilities and life-span. Current research, public policy
issues, and effective clinical practices will be emphasized.
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440 /640 Neurological Aspests of Communication
2 crs (2-0). F.
P: CDIS 256
Minimum senior standing
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Neuroanatomical and neurophysiological bases of
communication with an emphasis on normal aspects.
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448 /648 Aphasia and Related Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 440/640
Differential diagnosis and treatment of the aphasias and
related language disorders.
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470 /670 Clinical Practicum in Communication Disorders I
2 crs (0-4). F, Sp.
P: CDIS 371; and 331 or 358; minimum CDIS GPA of 3.00
SL-Full; CP
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.75
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Department permission required
Capstone course in treatment of speech and language
disorders. Students earn a minimum of 15 service hours in
supervised clinical experience.
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473 /673 Applications in Audiology
2 crs (2-0). F.
P: CDIS 373
No credit if taken after CDIS 495/695 (Fall 2002) as
Audiology Practices.
Practical application of audiology practices for Speech
Language Pathology and Audiology students are presented.
There is a special emphasis on screening for hearing loss,
middle ear disorder screening, auditory processing disorder,
auditory training, and amplification.
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495 /695 Directed Studies
1-3 crs.
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
Permits groups of students to study topics of mutual
interest in the field of communication disorders.
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499 Independent Study - Seniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Minimum senior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
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706 Language Assessment
3 crs (3-0). F.
Assessment of language disorders: differences and delay
addressed through representative case studies, contributing
and perpetuating factors, test selection, test biases,
hypothesis formulation, data interpretation, legal
guidelines, and information dissemination explored.
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715 Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F.
Application of information about research procedures to the
profession of Communication Disorders. Preparation of
students to function as consumers and producers of research.
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716 Instrumentation in Communication Sciences and
Disorders
1 cr (0-2). F.
Basic principles of measurement. Laboratory experience with
instrumentation used in the field of Communication Sciences
and Disorders.
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717 Topics in Augmentative and Alternative Communication
(AAC)
1 cr (1-0). Su.
P: CDIS 419/619
May be repeated when topic differs
AAC topics will be studied in detail and depth. Selected
topics focusing on current research, clinical practice, and
public policy in AAC will be included. North American and
international views will be considered.
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725 Counseling in Communication Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Su.
No credit if taken after CDIS 784
Knowledge, skills, and attitudes important for the speech-
language pathologists in counseling individuals with
communication disorders and their families.
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726 Organic Voice and Speech Disorders
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 326/526
No credit if taken after CDIS 741
Assessment and treatment of organic voice disorders;
speech/voice rehabilitation after head and neck cancer; and
nature, assessment, and treatment of craniofacial anomalies.
Various syndromes with associated speech/voice disorders are
covered.
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730 Seminar: Language Theories
2 crs (2-0). F.
Major language and cognitive theories are examined as
explanations of language acquisition and language use as
well as clinical applications.
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731 Seminar: Child/Adolescent Language Intervention
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 257 and 331
No credit if taken after CDIS 790
Addresses major issues in definition of and intervention
with children and adolescents who demonstrate language
disorders.
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737 Dysphagia
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
P: CDIS 440/640
Normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of swallowing.
Evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders, with
primary emphasis on the adult population. Discussion of
issues in service delivery, treatment efficacy, and
treatment ethics.
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745 Topics in Speech-Language-Hearing
2 crs (2-0). Su.
May be repeated when topic differs
Topics covered will be determined by selecting from current
professional, clinical, and research domains in the field of
Communication Disorders.
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746 Seminar in Language Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F, even-numbered years.
Course may be taken for a maximum of 4 credits
In-depth study of topics in language disorders. Topics will
be selected from current professional, clinical, and
research domains in the field of communication disorders
(e.g., specific language impairment, language, and
literacy).
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747 Seminar in Speech Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F, odd-numbered years.
Course may be taken for a maximum of 4 credits
Topics will be selected from current professional, clinical,
and research areas in speech disorders (e.g., stuttering or
phonology/articulation).
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748 Motor Speech Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: CDIS 440/640
Acquired and pediatric neurological motor speech disorders:
syndrome recognition, differential diagnosis, treatment
strategies, and case management issues.
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749 Communication Disorders: School Methods
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: CDIS 770
Roles, responsibilities, and strategies essential to
effective functioning in a public school setting.
Educational foundations and legal mandates/guidelines which
determine education practices will be emphasized.
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750 Rehabilitation Methods in Communication Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Su.
P: CDIS 448/648 and 770
Special course fee required
Issues related to the rehabilitation processes including the
structure of institutions, interdisciplinary approaches,
documentation, and professional issues.
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754 Acquired Cognitive-Communicative Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: CDIS 440/640 or concurrent enrollment
Nature of dementias, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and right
hemisphere brain damage (RHBD). Principles and practices of
assessment and intervention of cognitive-communication
disorders in persons with dementia, TBI, or RHBD.
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769 Graduate Clinical Practicum
1 cr (0-2). F.
P: CDIS 470/670
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
Department permission required
Supervised clinical experience for first and third semester
graduate students.
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770 Clinical Practicum in Comm Disorders II
2 crs (0-8). F, Sp, Su.
P: CDIS 706 and either 670 or 769
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
Supervised clinical experience with persons having
communication disorders.
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774 Pediatric Dysphagia
1 cr (1-0). Su.
P: CDIS 440/640 or concurrent enrollment
Nature, assessment, and treatment of pediatric dysphagia.
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780 Externship in Communication Disorders-Educational
Settings
6 crs. F, Sp.
P: CDIS 749; grade of B or above in all enrollments in
CDIS 769 and CDIS 770
Course may be taken for a maximum of 12 credits
Criminal background check may be required.
Professional clinical experience for eight weeks in a
cooperating educational setting under the supervision of a
state and nationally-certified speech-language pathologist,
as well as appropriately-credentialed University personnel.
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781 Externship in Communication Disorders-Rehabilitation
Settings
6 crs. F, Sp.
P: CDIS 750; grade of B or above in all enrollments in
CDIS 769 and CDIS 770
Course may be taken for a maximum of 12 credits
Criminal background check required.
Professional clinical experience for eight weeks in a
cooperating hospital, residential treatment center, and/or
rehabilitation agency under the supervision of a state and
nationally-credentialed speech-language pathologist, as well
as appropriately-credentialed University personnel.
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793 Seminar: Selected Topics
1-3 crs.
Consent of instructor
Permits groups of graduate students to study topics of
mutual interest in the field of communication disorders.
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797 Independent Study
1-3 crs (3-0).
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
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799 Thesis
1-6 crs.
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
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