2007-2008 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

CSD - Communication Sciences and Disorders

101 American Sign Language I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 101)
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.

102 American Sign Language II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 102)
P: CSD 101
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.

103 American Sign Language III
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 103)
P: CSD 102
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.

150 Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 150)
GE-V
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.

256 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing
4 crs (4-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 256)
Minimum sophomore standing
Anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism (respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation) and of hearing, including the related neurology.

257 Normal Communication Development
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 257)
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.

258 Normal Communication Development Lab
1 cr (0-2). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 258)
P: CSD 257
Features of normal communication development including socio-cultural influences, cognitive development, and communication comprehension and production. Procedures for observing and descriptive recording of normal communication behaviors.

262 Phonetics: Theory and Application
2 crs (1-2). F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 262)
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.

311 /511 Language Development and Disorders: Related Disciplines
3 crs (3-0). F, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 311)
No credit for communication sciences and 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.

321 /521 Aural Rehabilitation
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 321)
P: CSD 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.

326 /526 Voice and Resonance Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 326)
P: CSD 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.

331 Developmental Language Disorders
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 331)
P: CSD 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.

352 /552 Fluency Disorders
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 352)
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.

353 Speech and Hearing Science
4 crs (3-2). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 353)
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.

358 /558 Phonological Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 358)
P: CSD 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.

370 Clinical Procedures in Communication Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: CSD 358 or 331
P: Minimum CSD GPA of 3.00
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.75
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.

373 Basic Audiology
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 373)
P: CSD 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.

378 /578 Introduction to Sign Language
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 378)
An introduction to various systems of manual communication with a strong emphasis on developing beginning skills in Signing Exact English and fingerspelling.

399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 399)
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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410 /610 Communication Changes and Disorders of the Older Adult
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 410)
GE-V
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.

411 /611 Facilitating Communication in Preschool Children
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 411)
P: CSD 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.

415 Instructional Internship in Communication Disorders
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 415)
P: 3.00 GPA or higher in CSD coursework
P: Limited to CSD majors
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
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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.

419 /619 Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 419)
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.

440 /640 Neurological Aspects of Communication
2 crs (2-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 440)
P: CSD 256
Minimum senior standing
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.50
Neuroanatomical and neurophysiological bases of communication with an emphasis on normal aspects.

448 /648 Aphasia and Related Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 448)
P: CSD 440/640
Differential diagnosis and treatment of the aphasias and related language disorders.

470 /670 Clinical Practicum in Communication Disorders I
2 crs (1-2). F, Sp.
SL-Full; CP
P: CSD 370; and CSD 331 or 358
P: Minimum CSD GPA of 3.00
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.75
Course may be taken for a maximum of 4 credits
Department permission required
Capstone course in treatment of speech and language disorders. With supervisory guidance, students earn hours conducting assessment and treatment activities in the Center for Communication Disorders.

473 /673 Applications in Audiology
2 crs (2-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 473)
P: CSD 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.

495 /695 Directed Studies
1-3 crs.
(Formerly CDIS 495)
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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Permits groups of students to study topics of mutual interest in the field of communication disorders.

499 Independent Study - Seniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 499)
Minimum senior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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706 Language Assessment
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 706)
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.

715 Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 715)
Application of information about research procedures to the profession of communication disorders. Preparation of students to function as consumers and producers of research.

716 Instrumentation in Communication Sciences and Disorders
1 cr (0-2). F.
(Formerly CDIS 716)
Basic principles of measurement. Laboratory experience with instrumentation used in the field of communication sciences and disorders.

717 Topics in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
1 cr (1-0). Su.
(Formerly CDIS 717)
P: CSD 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.

725 Counseling in Communication Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Su.
(Formerly CDIS 725)
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.

726 Organic Voice and Speech Disorders
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 726)
P: CSD 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.

730 Seminar: Language Theories
2 crs (2-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 730)
Major language and cognitive theories are examined as explanations of language acquisition and language use as well as clinical applications.

731 Seminar: Child/Adolescent Language Intervention
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 731)
P: CSD 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.

737 Dysphagia
2 crs (2-0). Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 737)
P: CSD 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.

745 Topics in Speech-Language-Hearing
2 crs (2-0). Su.
(Formerly CDIS 745)
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.

746 Seminar in Language Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F, even-numbered years.
(Formerly CDIS 746)
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).

747 Seminar in Speech Disorders
2 crs (2-0). F, odd-numbered years.
(Formerly CDIS 747)
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).

748 Motor Speech Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 748)
P: CSD 440/640
Acquired and pediatric neurological motor speech disorders: syndrome recognition, differential diagnosis, treatment strategies, and case management issues.

749 Communication Disorders: School Methods
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 749)
P: CSD 770
Special course fee required
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.

750 Rehabilitation Methods in Communication Disorders
2 crs (2-0). Su.
(Formerly CDIS 750)
P: CSD 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.

754 Acquired Cognitive-Communicative Disorders
3 crs (3-0). F.
(Formerly CDIS 754)
P: CSD 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.

769 Graduate Clinical Practicum
1 cr (0-2). F.
(Formerly CDIS 769)
P: CSD 470/670
Course may be taken 2 times
Department permission required
Supervised clinical experience for first and third semester graduate students.

770 Clinical Practicum in Communication Disorders II
2 crs (0-8). F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly CDIS 770)
P: CSD 706 and either 670 or 769
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
Supervised clinical experience with persons having communication disorders.

774 Pediatric Dysphagia
1 cr (1-0). Su.
(Formerly CDIS 774)
P: CSD 440/640 or concurrent enrollment
Nature, assessment, and treatment of pediatric dysphagia.

780 Externship in Communication Disorders-Educational Settings
6 crs. F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 780)
P: CSD 749; grade of B or above in all enrollments in
CSD 769 and CSD 770
Course may be taken for a maximum of 12 credits
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.

781 Externship in Communication Disorders-Rehabilitation Settings
6 crs. F, Sp.
(Formerly CDIS 781)
P: CSD 750; grade of B or above in all enrollments in
CSD 769 and CSD 770
Course may be taken for a maximum of 12 credits
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.

793 Seminar: Selected Topics
1-3 crs.
(Formerly CDIS 793)
May be repeated when topic differs
Consent of instructor
Permits groups of graduate students to study topics of mutual interest in the field of communication disorders.

797 Independent Study
1-3 crs (3-0).
(Formerly CDIS 797)
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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799 Thesis
1-6 crs.
Full-time equivalent
PR only grade basis
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits