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CPSC 3295 - Sonography Principles and Instrumentation [2 Credits]
This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation involved in two-dimensional, M-mode, and Doppler echocardiography.
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CPSC 3300 - Neonatology and Pediatrics [4 Credits]
Lecture series designed to cover the development of the cardiopulmonary system from embryo to puberty. Emphasis includes the diagnosis and treatment of various cardiopulmonary disorders of the infant and pediatric patient. In addition, this course will enable the student to recognize infants and children at risk for cardiopulmonary arrest. Students will be taught strategies to prevent arrest, as well as the cognitive and psychomotor skills needed to resuscitate and stabilize those in respiratory failure, shock, or cardiopulmonary arrest, in accordance with the guidelines set by the American Heart Association. Upon completion of this course the students will have the opportunity to become Pediatric Advanced Life Support certified.
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CPSC 3360 - Medical Ethics [1 Credit]
A discussion of current ethical issues facing health care providers, as well as landmark cases that have shaped resulting policy.
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CPSC 3362 - Critical Care Concepts I [3 Credits]
This class is designed to introduce the student to the physics and mechanics of artificial ventilation as well as the theory and practical application of manual resuscitators and mechanical ventilators.
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CPSC 3370 - Advanced Pulmonary Pathophysiology [1 Credit]
This course is designed to examine the clinical assessment, physical and diagnostic findings, and current management strategies for advanced pulmonary conditions encountered by the respiratory care practitioner within critical care settings and among special populations, as well as discussion on emerging threats to the respiratory system that include SARS, Avian flu, and bioterrorism.
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CPSC 3382 - Clinical Echocardiography II [2 Credits]
A continuation of CPSC 3282 . Application of echocardiography in the diagnosis of congenital and other cardiac diseases, as well as a discussion of advanced topics including strain rate imaging and 3-D echocardiography.
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CPSC 3385 - Vascular Technology I [3 Credits]
Lecture/laboratory course designed to familiarize the student with the use of ultrasound and non-imaging physiologic techniques in the diagnosis of cerebrovascular and peripheral arterial disease.
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CPSC 3388 - Echocardiography Clinics I [6 Credits]
This is the initial clinical experience in echocardiography. Three days per week obtaining echocardiographic views and performing color-flow and spectral Doppler exams.
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CPSC 3392 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support [1 Credit]
This course is designed to provide the student with the information needed to recognize infants and children at risk for cardiopulmonary arrest, strategies to prevent arrest, and the cognitive and psychomotor skills needed to resuscitate and stabilize those in respiratory failure, shock, or cardiopulmonary arrest in accordance with the guidelines set by the American Heart Association.
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CPSC 3395 - Respiratory Clinics II [3 Credits]
This course is the second of four clinical courses during which students develop the clinical skills necessary to become a competent respiratory care professional. In this course, students will gain competence in the respiratory care of adult patients in critical care units and pediatric patients receiving non-intensive care. Emphasis is placed on introduction of monitoring techniques, blood gas sampling and analysis, mechanical ventilation, patient weaning and extubation, and application of skills learned in CPSC 3285 .
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CPSC 4108 - Vascular Technology II [3 Credits]
Lecture/laboratory course designed to familiarize the student with the use of ultrasound and non-imaging physiologic techniques in the diagnosis of peripheral venous and abdominal and pelvic vascular disease.
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CPSC 4115 - Geriatric Respiratory Care [1 Credit]
This course is designed to provide the student with an insight into the medical and psychosocial problems encountered by the geriatric population. Lectures are designed to cover the physiologic and pharmacologic implications of aging, describe the unique medical, economic, and sociologic effects of an aging population, discuss delivery of compassionate care, and cover end of life issues.
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CPSC 4135 - Critical Care Concepts II [3 Credits]
This course is designed to teach the student advanced concepts regarding mechanical ventilation techniques, including adult and neonatal ventilators, transport ventilators, and home care ventilators.
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CPSC 4145 - Respiratory Clinics III [4 Credits]
This course is the third of four clinical courses during which students develop the clinical skills necessary to become a competent respiratory care professional. In this course, students will gain competence in the respiratory care of pediatric and neonatal patients in critical care units, patients with chronic pulmonary disease in outpatient clinic settings, and for pediatric and adult patients in need of airway management, including intubation. Emphasis is placed on neonatal and pediatric monitoring techniques, blood gas sampling and analysis, mechanical ventilation, weaning and extubation, intubation, and application of skills learned in CPSC 3285 and CPSC 3395 .
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CPSC 4175 - Neonatal Resuscitation Program [1 Credit]
This course is designed to provide the student with the concepts and basic skills of neonatal resuscitation. The students will be able to assess and recognize the need for neonatal resuscitation according to the guidelines set by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
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CPSC 4185 - Echocardiography Clinics [3 Credits]
Continuing clinical experience in two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography.
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CPSC 4195 - Vascular Clinics I [3 Credits]
This is the student’s initial clinical experience in vascular technology. Emphasis is on performing extracranial vascular exams.
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CPSC 4205 - Health Care Management [1 Credit]
A study of a topic of current interest in Cardiopulmonary Science, which is not covered in other courses. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with change in topic and permission of the department.
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CPSC 4208 - Vascular Technology III [2 Credit]
A case-based course designed to enhance the student’s ability to utilize appropriate protocol in diagnosing vascular disease, as well as interpret vascular ultrasound exams.
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CPSC 4215 - Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Home Care [3 Credits]
Lecture/laboratory course designed to introduce students to the care of chronically ill patients. Discussions will focus on the delivery of services for hospital-based pulmonary rehabilitation programs, extended care facilities, and home care. Topics include clinical exercise testing, exercise prescriptions, clinical practice guidelines for management of patients who require long-term respiratory care (e.g., oxygen therapy, bronchodilator therapy, mechanical ventilation, etc.).
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CPSC 4222 - Senior Thesis [2 Credits]
This course is centered on an extended-length paper written by each student pertaining to a topic of his/her choice in cardiopulmonary science. Both in-and out-of-class time will be provided to help guide the student and improve his or her research, writing, and presentation skills.
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CPSC 4225 - Pulmonary Diagnostic Tests [2 Credits]
Lecture/laboratory course covering basic instrumentation and diagnostic techniques employed in assessment of pulmonary functions.
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CPSC 4235 - Respiratory Clinics IV [5 Credits]
This course is the final of four clinical courses during which students develop the clinical skills necessary to become a competent respiratory care professional. In this course, students will gain competence in the respiratory care of critically ill patients and patients receiving pulmonary diagnostic tests and pulmonary rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on advanced monitoring and diagnostic techniques, advance modes of mechanical ventilation, emergency airway management, chronic pulmonary disease management through exercise prescription and education, and application of skills learned in CPSC 3285 , CPSC 3395 , and CPSC 4145 .
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CPSC 4245 - Respiratory Seminar [1 Credit]
This course will introduce the student to the basics of evidence-based medicine, including searching and evaluating scientific literature, as well as familiarize the student with current research in pulmonary medicine and respiratory therapy.
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CPSC 4255 - CRT Review [2 Credits]
This is a review course designed to prepare the student for the content areas specified by the National Board for Respiratory Care entry level exam.
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CPSC 4265 - Echocardiography Clinics III [4 Credits]
Continuing clinical experience in two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography, with additional emphasis on interpretation of echocardiograms.
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CPSC 4275 - Vascular Clinics II [4 Credits]
Clinical instruction in vascular technology, with emphasis on diagnosis of upper and lower extremity arterial disease.
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CPSC 4285 - Cardiovascular Seminar [1 Credit]
This course will introduce the student to the basics of evidence-based medicine, including searching and evaluating scientific literature, as well as familiarize the student with current research in cardiology/echocardiography.
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CPSC 4295 - Echocardiographic Interpretation [2 Credits]
Case-based instruction designed to improve the student’s ability to interpret echocardiograms, and to use the appropriate echocardiographic protocol.
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CPSC 4300 - RRT Review [2 Credits]
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the simulation portion of the National Board of Respiratory Care Registry Examination. Students improve their critical thinking skills through case-based lectures and computer simulations that allow students to manage patient problems relevant to the clinical practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on 1) review, collection, and interpretation of patient data; 2) selection, assembly, use, and assurance of proper function, operation and cleanliness of equipment; and 3) initiation, conduction, monitoring, and modification of prescribed therapeutic procedures.
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CPSC 4310 - Polysomnography [4 Credits]
This course is designed to provide both didactic and laboratory training in polysomnographic technology. Students will become familiar with the basic and advanced aspects of polysomnographic technology including instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, obtaining and evaluating high quality sleep recordings, sleep scoring and event recognition, therapeutic interventions, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. Laboratory sessions will provide practical experience in the skills required to obtain and evaluate high quality sleep recordings.
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CPSC 4320 - Respiratory Clinics V [4 Credits]
This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to rotate through a sleep lab, provide community outreach in the forms of respiratory services and education related to pulmonary disease management and the respiratory therapy profession, and serve as a teaching assistant. Through patient contact in a sleep lab, students acquire the clinical experiences necessary to develop the psychomotor skills and clinical competence associated with advanced-level polysomnographic technology. Students also gain teaching and leadership skills as teaching assistants to junior respiratory therapy students during CPSC 3395 - Respiratory Clinics II .
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CPSC 4340 - Cardiovascular Registry Review [2 Credits]
A review course designed to prepare the student for the echocardiography and vascular technology registry exams.
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CPSC 4350 - Vascular Clinics III [6 Credits]
Clinical instruction in vascular technology, with emphasis on ultrasonic examination of upper and lower extremity veins, as well as abdominal arteries and veins, intracranial blood vessels, and hemodialysis access fistulas and grafts.
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CPSC 4360 - Echocardiography Clinics IV [2 Credits]
One day per week of continuing clinical experience in echocardiography, allowing the student to maintain skills.
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ANAT 100 - Cell Biology and Microanatomy [104 Hours]
This course includes a study of cell biology and the histology of tissue types and organ systems. The first part of the course stresses cellular ultra structure, and function and the four basic tissue types. Laboratory exercises, using both computerized virtual slides and microscope slides, include the identification of cell types, cell organelles, and the basic tissues at the light and electron microscopic levels. The second part of the course deals with the histology and function of the organ systems. This part of the course is integrated with the topics being covered in Human Gross Anatomy and Prenatal Development as much as possible. The course is designed to provide basic information that will be utilized in preclinical and clinical programs throughout
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ANAT 100 - Gross and Developmental Anatomy [233 Hours]
This course consists of lectures and a laboratory in which students dissect an entire embalmed cadaver. The objectives of this course are to provide the first year medical students with the opportunity to learn the foundations of medicine and to introduce them to aspects of professionalism. Students learn the basic concepts of human anatomy and clinical applications of these concepts. Normal and abnormal prenatal development is also presented in lectures and demonstration labs. Lectures and lab dissections are supplemented by clinical correlations and hands-on exercises supervised by physicians from different specialties. A radiologist gives lectures on imaging of different areas of the body. A surgeon presents a weekly survey of important clinical issues related to the anatomy to be dissected each week. Each student has the opportunity to perform emergency procedures such as lumbar puncture, oral intubation, insertion of thoracostomy tubes, and urethral catheterization in the Cadaver Procedure Labs. A significant part of the course is designed to emphasize the clinical importance of the anatomy students are learning.
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ANAT 189 - Human Gross Anatomy of Upper Extremity, Thorax and Back [3 Credits]
This course is centered around dissection of the upper extremity, thorax and back of the human body. Dissection is supplemented with films, cross-sections, models and clinical correlations of these specific areas. An accompanying lecture series is designed to orient, guide and stimulate the student toward independent effort.
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ANAT 190 - Human Gross Anatomy of the Head and Neck [3 Credits]
This course is centered around dissection of the head and neck of the human body. Dissection is supplemented with films, cross-sections, models, and clinical correlations of these specific areas. An accompanying lecture series is designed to orient, guide, and stimulate the student toward independent effort.
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ANAT 191 - Human Gross Anatomy of Abdomen, Pelvis, Perineum and Lower Extremity [3 Credits]
This course is centered around dissection of the abdomen, pelvis, perineum and lower extremity of the human body. Dissection is supplemented with films, cross-sections, models, and clinical correlations of these specific areas. An accompanying lecture series is designed to orient, guide, and stimulate the student toward independent effort.
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ANAT 192 - Cell Biology and Microscopic Anatomy [5 Credits]
The initial portion of the course stresses organization of the cell, the biology of cellular organelles and the localization of important chemical constituents at the subcellular level. Additional presentation and discussion sessions throughout the course present the student with comprehensive information of the physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology of cellular function. Histology lectures and laboratories emphasize the structural and functional relationships of human tissues.
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ANAT 193 - Human Development [1 Credit]
This lecture/ laboratory course is taken concurrently with ANAT 210 that provides the lecture portion. Current topics are fertilization, sectioned human embryos, human fetal dissections and fetal membranes, experimental embryology, reproductive toxicology and the culture of fetal/neonatal tissues. Literature reports and discussions may substitute for laboratory exercises.
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ANAT 194 - Radiographic Anatomy [1 Credit]
The fundamentals of radiology are presented in a series of lectures and demonstrations. Emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of normal radiographs from each body region. Presentations will be coordinated with the gross anatomy dissection schedule.
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ANAT 195 - Medical Neuroscience [6 Credits]
An introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system, as well as its dysfunction. This course emphasizes brain anatomy, including study of brain specimens in a laboratory setting; the physiology and synaptic transmission of nerve cells; the function and mechanisms underlying sensory and motor behavior; and higher cognitive functions. Clinical correlations, including lectures on major nervous system diseases, are provided by neurology and neurosurgery faculty. This course is also taken by first-year medical students.
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ANAT 210 - Developmental Anatomy [3 Credits]
The normal and abnormal aspects of human prenatal development are presented in a lecture series, which is coordinated, when possible, with the dissection schedule in gross anatomy. Definitive adult structures and their relations are appreciated through an understanding of their formation and relations during the embryonic period. Included are important features of fetal development, which are essential for normal birth and adaptation to the extrauterine environment.
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ANAT 220 - Advanced Special Dissection [1-4 Credits]
Hours to be arranged. Students perform detailed dissections of specific selected regions of the body.
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ANAT 227 - Cell and Developmental Biology [3 Credits]
Lectures and group discussions will focus on selected topics involving cell and developmental biology. Topics may include gametes and their interactions, embryogenesis, cell-cell and cell-matrix interactions, differentiation, etc. A wide range of developmental systems will be considered.
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ANAT 252 - Developmental Neuroscience [3 Credits]
This course will focus on recent advances in developmental neuroscience. Two hour formal lectures and a one hour seminar component per week will cover neural induction, neurogenesis, cell-ECM interactions, neural crest cell migration, neurotrophins, signal transduction, apoptosis axon guidance, axon-target interactions, synaptogenesis and activity-dependent refinement of neural connections. Students will be required to critically evaluate and present current literature on these subjects and write short essays.
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ANAT 255 - Advanced Head and Neck Anatomy [4 Credits]
One and one-half hours of lecture and two and one-half hours of laboratory. This course is designed as an advanced course in head and neck anatomy for post-graduate students in medicine, dentistry and the School of Graduate Studies. The course will include segments on the basic gross anatomy, neuro-anatomy and neuro-physiology of the head and neck. Special emphasis on functional considerations and clinical correlations will be given in the course.
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ANAT 256 - Microanatomy and Cell Biology of the Oral Cavity [2 Credits]
This course includes a study of the development, microanatomy, and cell biology of structures associated with the oral cavity. The lectures will include basic and current information on the development and structure of all components of teeth (enamel, dentin, cementum, and pulp), the supporting structures of teeth (periodontal ligament and alveolar bone), oral mucosa, and salivary glands. Current theories on tooth eruption will also be discussed. The laboratory will consist of demonstrations and self-study. Prerequisite: ANAT 192
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ANAT 264 - Synaptic Organization of the Brain [3 Credits]
This course will provide an in-depth examination of the physiologic and anatomic organization of the major structures of the brain and spinal cord. The course will consist of two 2-hour sessions per week, each week being devoted to a different CNS structure and taught by an instructor with expertise in the field. The organization of each CNS structure, including the cellular physiology, major synaptic inputs, intrinsic synaptic organization, and primary outputs of the structure will be emphasized in the lectures. As part of their grade, students are required to give oral presentations summarizing recent primary research articles.
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ANAT 270 - Laboratory Rotation [3 Credits]
Students will work in one or more faculty laboratories to become acquainted with the various types of research conducted in the Department and with techniques used in these labs.
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ANAT 280 - Special Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy [2-4 Credits]
Lectures discussions, research, and/or laboratories will be arranged on areas not adequately covered in other scheduled courses. This course is designed to permit graduate students to explore one or more areas of particular interest in detail. Emphasis will be placed on those areas of special interest to faculty members of the Anatomy Department.
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ANAT 290 - Seminar [1 Credit]
(S/U) Students are required to attend and participate in oral presentations of research data and review of current topics of interest in Anatomy. A maximum of 4 credits toward the PhD degree may be earned. Students in the Anatomy Program are required to participate in Seminar each semester regardless of credit.
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ANAT 300 - Thesis Research [1-6 Credits]
(S/U) Laboratory research conducted by PhD degree students prior to passing the Preliminary Exam.
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ANAT 400 - Dissertation Research [1-9 Credits]
(S/U) Laboratory research conducted by PhD degree students who have passed the Preliminary Exam and been admitted to candidacy. This research is typically part of the students’ PhD dissertation.
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ANAT 999 - Exam Only [0 Credits]
(P/F) Students may register for “Exam Only” when they have completed their Preliminary Exam and expect to complete PhD requirements and graduate within 3 semesters. Students are allowed to register for “Exam Only” for a maximum of 3 semesters.
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SPTHAUD 5100 - Survey of Communication Disorders [3 Credits]
A survey of the normal and abnormal processes in communication including articulation, voice, fluency, language and hearing disorders. Audiology students may take this course to meet the speech disorders requirement.
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SPTHAUD 5131 - Hearing Science [3 Credits]
The basic principles of acoustics related to hearing will be introduced along with the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system. Topics include: generation, transmission, and measurement of sound; peripheral and central auditory system.
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SPTHAUD 5132 - Speech Science [3 Credits]
The basic principles of acoustics related to speech will be introduced. Topics include generation, transmission, and measurement of sound; frequency, intensity and duration, waveform composition, physiologic and psychologic aspects of acoustic phonetics.
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SPTHAUD 5134 - Normal Language Acquisition [3 Credits]
This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of language. Linguistic terminology and subsystems, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics with emphasis on normal aspects of language acquisition are presented. Implications of linguistic theory for the practice of speech language pathology are addressed.
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SPTHAUD 5136 - Clinical Phonetics and Phonology [3 Credits]
This course introduces articulatory phonetics and transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet, including extensions for abnormal speech. An overview of normal aspects of articulation and phonology including coarticulation, segmental and non-segmental phonology, and phonological acquisition will also be included. Laboratory exercises are included.
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SPTHAUD 5201 - Introduction to Diagnostic Audiology [3 Credits]
Introduction to basic audiological testing concepts and procedures including the audiogram, pure tone audiometry, masking, speech testing, and immittance. Students acquire basic proficiency in test procedures.
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SPTHAUD 5203 - Principles of Managing the Hearing Impaired [3 Credits]
This course will focus on the habilitation/ rehabilitation of individuals with hearing impairments. Varying procedures and rationales for management in a variety of settings will be discussed. Psychological, social, and educational aspects of hearing impairment in children and adults will be addressed.
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SPTHAUD 5204 - Language Disorders of Children: Assessment and Management [3 Credits]
Varying types of language impairment that are found in children with atypical development are overviewed. Standardized and nonstandardized assessment procedures are presented, and basic intervention techniques for children are addressed.
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SPTHAUD 5206 - Articulation and Phonological Disorders [3 Credits]
This course provides an overview of speech sound production disorders and their etiology in children. Procedures for the assessment and phonological analysis of child speech will be presented. Treatment approaches – with emphasis on the establishment, generalization, and maintenance phases – will be covered.
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SPTHAUD 5208 - Aphasia and Related Disorders [3 Credits]
Normal and disordered aspects of cognitive/information processing will be studied. The nature, assessment, and management of aphasia will be addressed from multiple theoretical and practical perspectives.
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SPTHAUD 5490 - Methods and Issues in Communication Disorders I [2 Credit]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of professional and clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 5492 - Methods and Issues in Communication Disorders II [2 Credits]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of professional and clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 5494 - Methods and Issues in Communication Disorders III [2 Credits]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of professional and clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 5496 - Clinical Methods and Issues in Communication Disorders I [2 Credits]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 5498 - Clinical Methods and Issues in Communication Disorders II [2 Credits]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 5499 - Issues in Communication Disorders [1 Credit]
Presentations and lectures on a variety of professional and clinical issues in audiology and speech language pathology. Pass/fail
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SPTHAUD 5991 - Diagnostic Audiology I [3 Credits]
Basic audiology test battery (air, bone, speech, masking and immittance) for beginning Au.D. students.
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SPTHAUD 5991 - Diagnostic Audiology I [3 Credits]
Basic audiology test battery (air, bone, speech, masking and immittance) for beginning Au.D. students.
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SPTHAUD 6100 - Research in Communication Disorders [3 Credits]
Ethical and methodological considerations in speech-language pathology and audiology research. Critical evaluation of research. Application of research to clinical practice.
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SPTHAUD 6111 - Clinical Laboratory I [1 Credit]
First year (beginning) students will be paired with an advanced practicing student to observe clients throughout the semester. Students will be required to test several simulated patients via computer programs.
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SPTHAUD 6121 - Clinical Laboratory II [1 Credit]
Continuation of Clinical Laboratory I with students simulating more difficult cases and testing other students for practice. Observation of advanced students will continue.
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SPTHAUD 6130 - Neuroscience [3 Credits]
The structure and function of the nervous system are presented and analyzed, with an emphasis on hearing, speech, and language central organizations. Emphasis is on normal structure and function so the clinician can better understand abnormalities.
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SPTHAUD 6131 - External Observations [1 Credit]
Multi day obervations at some of the following offsite locations: ENT office, hearing aid manufacturer, private practice, hospital. Experiences must be summarized into a written report.
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SPTHAUD 6201 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing [4 Credits]
Detailed anatomy and physiology of the systems involved in speech and hearing, including cadaver dissection. The nervous system, respiration, phonatory-articulatory systems, and auditory system are included. Laboratory required.
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SPTHAUD 6203 - Advanced Diagnosis in Audiology [3 Credits]
This course focuses on the development, administration, and interpretation of advanced procedures in audiology. Included are immittance audiometry, otoacoustic emissions, speech audiometry, and tests for pseudohypacusis. Integration of the total audiological test battery to assess the site of lesion of aural pathologies will be examined. Clinical laboratory is required.
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SPTHAUD 6204 - Motor Speech and Related Disorders [3 Credits]
This course will focus on motor speech disorders (e.g., dysarthria and apraxia of speech). The neuroanatomy and neurophysiology underlying these disorders will be explored. Motor control will be addressed across the domains of acoustics, aerodynamics, and kinematics. The assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of motor speech disorders will be approached from both theoretical and clinical perspectives.
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SPTHAUD 6205 - Auditory Evoked Potentials [3 Credits]
This course is designed to explore the normal neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the auditory system. Included will be an overview of normal and abnormal function, assessment, and treatment techniques. Administration and interpretation of auditory brainstem response testing will be emphasized. Clinical laboratory is required.
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SPTHAUD 6206 - Infant Intervention [3 Credits]
Assessment, intervention, and parental training for at-risk infants will be covered. The course will focus on the management of infants at risk and include clinical experiences in short-term neonatal intensive care, long-term infant programming, and interdisciplinary evaluations and intervention. Training will be provided in home programming, classroom and individual intervention. Parental support groups will be discussed.
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SPTHAUD 6207 - Introduction to Hearing Aids [3 Credits]
This course emphasizes hearing aid hardware, signal processing, and basic clinical procedures including electroacoustical analysis and real-ear measurement.
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SPTHAUD 6208 - Geriatric Intervention [3 Credits]
The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of communication changes, communication disorders, and service delivery options from a gerontological perspective. An overview of direct services offered to communicatively impaired older adults and ancillary or support services will be given. Treatment strategies addressing environment, significant others, and associated professional services will be covered.
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SPTHAUD 6210 - Fluency Disorders [3 Credits]
The theoretical foundations of dysfluent behavior will be reviewed. Differential diagnosis, principles of therapeutic techniques for children and adults will be studied.
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SPTHAUD 6211 - Listening [3 Credits]
The listener is studied as an integral part of the verbal communication system. Theories of listening, assessment, and improvement of listening are examined. Procedures to function at maximum capacity in the verbal communication process are presented.
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SPTHAUD 6212 - Voice and Related Disorders [3 Credits]
This course addresses the nature, course, evaluation, and treatment of voice and related disorders in children and adults.
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SPTHAUD 6214 - Diagnosis and Evaluation in Speech-Language Pathology [3 Credits]
The diagnostic process as it pertains to all speech-language pathology disorders will be presented. The course covers application of evaluation principles and methods of both formal and informal measurement in speech-language pathology.
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SPTHAUD 6216 - Augmentative Communication [3 Credits]
This course will explore the assessment and treatment of persons requiring non-speech communication.
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SPTHAUD 6218 - Dysphagia [3 Credits]
Lectures will cover anatomy and physiology of the normal swallow, abnormal physiological and anatomical conditions leading to dysphagia, and assessment and treatment of strategies for swallowing disorders.
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SPTHAUD 6220 - Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Disorders [3 Credits]
This course provides a foundation in the symptomology, etiology, assessment, and treatment of communication disorders associated with cleft palate and craniofacial syndromes. Multidisciplinary management, including medical and dental care, is emphasized.
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SPTHAUD 6221 - Advanced Hearing Aids [3 Credits]
This course places an emphasis on selection of hearing aid parameters, verification of fit, validation of benefit, orientation to use and care, and troubleshooting. Prerequisite: SPTHAUD 6207 .
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SPTHAUD 6222 - Language Learning/Language Disorders in School-Age Children [3 Credits]
This course covers diagnostic and management issues pertinent to older children with language and/or language learning disorders; transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary models of collaboration with teachers, special educators, related service providers, and families.
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SPTHAUD 6226 - Supervision in Communication Disorders [1-3 Credits]
This course is designed for practicing clinicians or advanced master level students interested in styles and components of the supervisory process. Participation in supervisory experiences will be required, with the amount of supervision practicum dependent upon the amount of clinical experience. Prerequisite: Permission of the department is required for enrollment.
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SPTHAUD 6227 - Medical Audiology [3 Credits]
A study of the interaction among the anatomical and physiological components of the auditory system and various medical conditions as reflected in the sound transmission characteristics of the auditory system.
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SPTHAUD 6228 - Medical Aspects of Speech-Language Pathology [3 Credits]
This course is designed to develop students’ familiarization with issues related to the practice of speech-language pathology within the healthcare environment. Topics will include charting, medical abbreviations, ethics, multicultural considerations, and universal precautions. Additionally, as the final course in the sequence of neurogenic communication disorders, one section will be focused on the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders associated with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
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SPTHAUD 6230 - Seminar in Speech-Language Pathology [1-3 Credits]
This seminar will address a variety of topics in speech-language pathology. Topics may vary each semester. This course may be repeated for credit when the topic is different.
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