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SLP-410
Language Development
Focuses on the development of spoken and written language in humans from birth through early adulthood. The course emphasizes the role of environment and human biological factors utilized in learning to communicate with words, sentences, and narratives. It also covers the development of reading and writing.
SLP-420
Anatomy / Physiology Speech- Lang / Swallowin
Provides foundational information of the structures( anatomy), function( physiology), and neural controls of the structures used for speech, language, swallowing, respiration, and related behaviors in humans. Particular emphasis will be placed on neurological structures & functions associated with speech, language, and swallowing.
SLP-430
Intro to Audiology & Aural Reh
Presents basic principles and techniques of hearing evaluation, including pure-tone, speech, immittance, and advanced audiometry; hearing conservation in hospital, school, and industrial settings; and identification, evaluation, and rehabilitation of auditory pathologies. Covers aural rehabilitation techniques and services. Includes in screening and pure-tone audiometry.
SLP-440
Introduction to Language Disorders
Provides students with an introductory understanding of the causes, characteristics, assessment, and treatment of spoken and written language disorders. Examines a variety of congenital and acquired language & literacy disorders in preschool, school age, and adolescent populations.
SLP-450
Speech & Hearing Science
Focuses on the primary aspects of the speech and hearing processes including sounds in the environment( physical acoustics), sounds encoded within the auditory system( physiological acoustics), and perception of sound( psychological acoustics).
SLP-460
Clinical Observations & Techniques
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to conduct, record, interpret, and analyze clinical observations of assessment and intervention of clients with communication disorders. Students will complete 25 hours of clinical observation in the field and through Master Clinician Network, an online platform for guided observation and development of clinical skills in speech-language pathology.
SOC-100
Principles of Sociology
Analysis of basic structures of human societies in order to understand human
social behavior in the modern world and in one ' s own society with emphasis
on social institutions and social change.
SOC-101
Social Problems
Analysis of social factors in the persistent problems of disorganization,
conflict, and culture lag. Attention to problem resolution and social policies.
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SOC-102 Introduction to Criminal Justice( Cross-referenced- for description see CRJ 102.) 3.00