- CDS105 - Introduction to Communication Disorders
A general survey course devoted to a discussion of the various problems considered to be speech and hearing disorders with special emphasis on basic etiological classification schemes and their incidence in the current population. Opportunities for directed observation.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS300 - Phonetics
Instruction in the use of phonetic symbols to record the speech sounds of midland American English, with emphasis on ear training, and a description of place and manner of production of these sounds.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS301 - Introduction to Speech-Language and Hearing Science
An introduction to the science of general speech including the history of research in the field and significant experimental trends. Open to all students.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS302 - Voice and Articulation
A general introduction to the phonological development in children on a normative basis. In addition to introducing the student to the classical studies in articulatory development, this course provides a general exposure to the implications of classical phonetic theory, coarticulatory theory and distinctive features theory as a framework for therapy and research. Physioacoustic parameters of voice quality variables evidenced in verbal communication are also studied. Lectures and demonstrations emphasize basic information necessary to study for the treatment of voice disorders. Course fee for Cognella Textbook and Active Learning modules: $50.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS303 - Language Development
(Same as CI 413) Presentation of developmental language components including theoretical considerations and terminology related to traditional structural and transformational grammar. The effects of dialect and English as a second language will be expounded. Language analysis and research are discussed and related to the developmental process.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS310 - Cultural Diversity Aspects of Communication
(University Core Curriculum) Students will explore different cultures and communication within these cultures. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between cultural differences and communication. Review of communication styles in multicultural populations as well as strategies for use within this diverse group will be provided.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS314 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism
Structure and function of the speech and hearing mechanism.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS328 - Communication Disorders and Sciences and the Classroom Teacher
Basic information on communication disorders through exploring etiology, diagnostic, and treatment of school age children with common speech, language and hearing disorders. This course will also provide information on collaboration, and integration of speech-language programs into the school curriculum. Course fee for Cognella Textbook and Active Learning modules: $50.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS408 - Communicative Disorders: Craniofacial Anomalies
Development of cleft palate and related anomalies that cause communication disorders. Assessment and intervention of the communication disorders related to these impairments. Prerequisite: Coursework on the normal structure and function of the speech and hearing mechanism.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS410 - Multicultural Aspects of Communication Disorders
Students will explore different cultures and communication within these cultures. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between cultural differences and communication disorders. Review of speech and language disorders in multicultural populations, as well as assessment and intervention strategies for use with this diverse group will be provided. Prerequisite: CDS 302, 303 or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS420 - Introduction to Audiological Disorders and Evaluation
Bases of professional field of audiology (orientation, anatomy, and physiology of the auditory system), major disease processes influencing hearing and their manifestations, measurement of hearing loss. Prerequisite: CDS 301 and 314.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS422 - Communication Problems of the Hearing Impaired
Objectives and techniques for the teaching of lip reading, speech conservation, and auditory training. Prerequisite: CDS 302, 303, and 420 or equivalents. Special approval needed from the instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS450 - Neuroanatomical Basis of Human Communication
Examination of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) as it relates to normal and disordered human communication. Presentation of basic neuroanatomy, common neuropathologies relevant to communication disorders, and strategies in neurogenic problem solving. Prerequisite: CDS 314 or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS460 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems
An introduction to alternative and augmentative communication systems for non-vocal clients. Discussions include: use of aided and unaided augmentative systems, assessment procedures and training. Prerequisite: CDS 301 or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS485 - Special Topics in CDS
Topical presentations of current information on special interests of the faculty not otherwise covered in curriculum. Designed to promote a better understanding of recent developments related to disorders of verbal communication. Open to advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Approval of instructor required.
Credit Hours: 1-3
- CDS491 - Individual Study
Activities involved shall be investigative, creative, or clinical in character. Must be arranged in advance with the instructor, with consent of the chair. Special approval needed from the chair.
Credit Hours: 1-9
- CDS492 - Diagnostic Procedures in Communication Disorders
A course devoted to discussion of the role of the speech and hearing clinician as a differential diagnostician. Special emphasis is placed on correlating information obtained from the oral-peripheral examination, articulation and language evaluation, audiometric and case history information in constructing the initial evaluation report. Special approval needed from the instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS493 - Basic Clinical Practice
Current information regarding diagnostic, treatment and documentation procedures in speech-language pathology will be presented through active observation in the clinical environment and classroom instruction. Special approval needed from the instructor. Fee: $100.
Credit Hours: 3
- CDS494 - Beginning Clinical Practicum
This course is designed to introduce the student to the clinical practice of speech-language pathology and to facilitate the transition from the classroom to the clinical setting. Students will learn the application of diagnostic information, intervention planning, and the intervention process. Active, supervised participation in the clinical process with emphasis on individualized assessment, treatment, counseling, and documentation procedures. Taken concurrently with CDS 595*. *Juniors who apply for accelerated completion and are accepted will be allowed to take 494 without 595. Those students will take 595 first summer along with their graduate cohort.
Credit Hours: 1
