Undergraduate Program

The Pre-Professional Phase (undergraduate) Required Courses

CSD 163 Introduction to Communication Disorders (2)
Provides an overview of various speech-language and hearing disorders; discusses the role of the speech-language pathologist and audiologist in various work settings and exposes students to career opportunities.

CSD 164 Phonetics (3)
Motor and acoustic characteristics of speech, classification of phoneme types, and transcription of speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet.

CSD 166 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing (4)
Comprehensive study of the structure and function of the auditory, speech, and neurological mechanism as they relate to the communicative process. (Prerequisite: BIOL 130 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology; meets core requirement.)

CSD 168 Deaf Studies (3)
Historical perspectives on education of Deaf individuals; examines ethnic and cultural aspects of the Deaf Community-at-large.

CSD 241 American Sign Language I (3)
Introduction to American Sign Language. Provides Intensive signed vocabulary development. Reviews variety of sign language systems with emphasis on American Sign Language.

CSD 242 American Sign Language II (3)
Continuation of signed vocabulary development. Studies the form and use of American Sign Language (ASL), the native language of Deaf people. (Prerequisite: CSD 241.)

CSD 261 Speech Science (3)
Physics of sound, perceptual and productive processes of speech, basic instrumentation, and the interrelationships of these areas to communication. (Prerequisites: CSD 164, 166.)

CSD 265 Speech and Language Development (3)
Study of the phonological, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic aspects of normal communication, speech, and language development in children, ranging in age from birth through adolescence. Various theories of language acquisition will be discussed. Emphasis on functionalist models of language development and the social-communicative bases of the language-learning process. (Prerequisites: CSD 164, 166.)

CSD 265L Language Sample Analysis Lab (2)
Students will learn to conduct a Bloom & Lahey content-form-use pediatric language sample analysis. Emphasis will be placed on analysis and interpretation of data from a socio-communicative functionalist perspective of the language development and learning process. (Co-requisite: CSD 265 or permission of Graduate Program Director.)

CSD 266 Introduction to Language Disorders In Children (3)
An overview of the nature and causes of pediatric language disorders across clinical population and age groups. Provides a basic understanding of theoretical frameworks, identification protocols, and general assessment in intervention approaches. (Prerequisite: CSD 265 and 265L.)

CSD 270 Hearing Science (2)
Focuses on physical concepts, acoustics, measurement of sound; reviews anatomy and physiology of the ear and introduces concepts in psychoacoustics.

CSD 271 Introduction to Articulation and Phonological Disorders (3)
The nature, causes, and treatment of articulation and phonological disorders and dysarthria. (Prerequisites: CSD 164, 166, 265, and 265L.)

CSD 361 Clinical Methods and Processes (3)
Principles, methods, and procedures necessary for the development of clinical competencies required for a positive transition into the clinical practicum experience.

CSD 363 Audiology (3)
Fundamental aspects of hearing measurement and the nature and prevention of auditory disorders. (Prerequisite: CSD 270. Run concurrent with CSD 363L Audiology Lab (0).

CSD 364 Auditory Amplification and Aural Rehabilitation (3)
Presents theory and practice of aural habilitation/rehabilitation. Contemporary practices regarding hearing aids, speech-reading, and auditory training. (Prerequisite: CSD 363 and 363L.)

CSD 366 Communication Disorders in Adults (3)
The nature, causes, and treatment of communication disorders in adults.

CSD 454 ASL-English: Bilingual Perspectives (3)
The comparative study of the structures of American Sign Language and English. Emphasis is placed on developing translation strategies and on guiding Deaf people toward English competency.

CSD 469 Special Topics in Communication Disorders (1)
Varying topics, periodic offerings in specific areas reflecting contemporary needs and interests. (Prerequisite: upper division status or approval of Department Chairperson.)

CSD 470 Assistant In Audiology (2)
Students observe and assist in the provision of audiology services. Goal is to learn first hand the varied activities involved in clinical audiology. (Prerequisites: 25 ASHA observation hours, 3.00 overall QPA, and permission of Department Chairperson.)

CSD 472 Practicum In Deaf Studies (2)
Students assist Deaf students in a variety of activities. (Prerequisites: 3.00 overall QPA and approval of Department Chairperson.)

CSD 499 Independent Study in Communication Sciences and Disorders (variable credit)
An option for developing an enriching experience by working with a faculty mentor. (Prerequisites: College-governed eligibility, consent of faculty, approval of department Chairperson.)