SLH 101 Intro to Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (3)
This course is about communication and an overview of the kinds of disorders that disrupt communication across the life span. The course includes an overview of normal speech, language and hearing development and explanations of causes and characteristics of a wide variety of communication disorders. The roles of audiologists and speech-language pathologists are explored.
SLH 207 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing with Lab (4)
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 207A
The course will focus on normal anatomy and physiology of the body systems involved in the processes of speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Lecture/Lab
SLH 207A Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing (LAB) (0)
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 207
Course Description as stated in SLH 207
SLH 210 Neuroscience and Communication Behavior with Lab (4)
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 210A
This course provides an overview of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuroscience pertinent to processes of human communication behavior and disorders of communication. Emphasis is on structural and functional relationships necessary for speech, language, hearing, and cognition although a general knowledge of the nervous system is first required. Topics include: gross anatomy of central and peripheral nervous systems; sensory systems, especially special systems (vision, auditory, gustatory), motor systems, and functional hemisphere and cortical organization. Neuropathology of stroke, progressive diseases, traumatic brain injury and other neurological disorders that result in cognitive or communication disorders are emphasized throughout the course. Lecture/lab
SLH 210A Neuroscience and Communication Behavior (LAB) (0)
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 210A
Course Description as stated in SLH 210
SLH 210S Serv Lrng: Neuroscience and Communication Behavior with Lab (1) EXP
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 210
Service Learning is an opportunity to engage in service to others while making academic connections to course material. This one credit hour course requires 30 hours of meaningful community service. Students will serve a community partner accomplishing projects relevant to the academic course to which the Service Learning credit is attached. Students will also be required to engage in different forms of reflection such as journaling, group guided reflection, and a one-on-one meeting with the course instructor. Students will develop a greater understanding of social problems, a sense of responsibility to our surrounding communities, and an increased awareness of their own faith and values.
SLH 220 Speech and Language Development (3)
This course explores speech and language acquisition theory and stages from birth through adolescence. A variety of methods for analyzing syntax, semantics, pragmatics, morphology and phonology across the stages of development are discussed. Contributions of biological, social, cognitive and environmental factors on the process of language development are integrated. Information on language variation in multicultural populations is presented
SLH 221 Seminar in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology I (1)
This is the first professional seminar for majors in speech language pathology and audiology. Students demonstrate observational techniques in class and observe with licensed SLPs in the community.
SLH 233 Phonetics (3)
Study of the various aspects of speech sounds and their production with a clinical focus on articulatory, acoustic, and linguistic bases of phonemes used in American English. In addition to the basic anatomy of speech sound production, students learn to discriminate, analyze, and transcribe speech sounds using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The relevance of course content to clinical and other applications is discussed as students learn to use the IPA to transcribe the speech of individuals with communicative differences and are introduced to phonological analysis.
SLH 310 Introduction to Audiology (3)
Prerequisite(s): SLH 210/210A, SLH 220
This course focuses on the topics related to the field of Audiology including the history of audiology, different employment settings for Audiology, hearing loss types and causes, diagnostic and treatment procedures for hearing impaired populations.
SLH 310H HON: Introduction to Audiology (0)
Course description as stated in SLH 310 (Honors Course)
SLH 310S Serv Lrng: Introduction to Audiology (1) EXP
Concurrent requisite(s): SLH 310
Service Learning is an opportunity to engage in service to others while making academic connections to course material. This one credit hour course requires 30 hours of meaningful community service. Students will serve a community partner accomplishing projects relevant to the academic course to which the Service Learning credit is attached. Students will also be required to engage in different forms of reflection such as journaling, group guided reflection, and a one-on-one meeting with the course instructor. Students will develop a greater understanding of social problems, a sense of responsibility to our surrounding communities, and an increased awareness of their own faith and values.
SLH 320 Science of Speech and Hearing (3)
An introduction to speech physiology, acoustics, perception, models of speech production, research methodology and current topics in the area of speech science. Students will also engage in analysis of speech signals to provide application of theories discussed in class. Clinical applications will also be discussed.
SLH 321 Seminar in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology II (1)
This is the second professional seminar for majors in speech language pathology and audiology. Students demonstrate observational techniques in class and observe with licensed SLPs in the community.
SLH 396 Cooperative Education Work Experience (1-3) EXP
Prerequisite(s): CED 220
A speech, language, or hearing related work experience supervised by a speech, language, and hearing faculty member in collaboration with the cooperative education staff. Credit is awarded as a general elective upon completion of the work experience and documentation of predetermined Learning Agreement. Evaluation of work performed is on a pass/fail basis.
This course can be repeated for a maximum total of nine credits.
SLH 410 Research in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (3)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 174
Evidence-based practice focuses on the interaction of the components of the research process with application to the theory and practice of audiology and speech pathology. This course emphasizes the critical appraisal and utilization of research including selected theories and ethical considerations. Critical and reflective thinking, as a professional who provides evidence based practice, will be emphasized.
SLH 411 Senior Seminar in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (3)
Prerequisite(s): SLH 320, SLH 321
Concurrent requisite(s): This course provides the concepts of professional collaboration and counseling theory and practice as it relates to individuals with communication disorders. Consideration will be given to the psychological and psychosocial implications of communication disorders to individuals and their families. Interviewing and intervention styles will be discussed and practiced in a series of exercises and assignments. Students will be exposed to professionals that they may collaborate with in order to have an understanding of role sharing and professional cooperation.
SLH 420 Evaluation and Treatment of Speech and Language Disorders (3)
Prerequisite(s): SLH 320
This lecture course focuses on the study of speech and language disorders in children. Topics include assessment techniques with emphasis on language sample analysis, consideration of cultural and communication differences, and treatment techniques to facilitate generalization.
SLH 452 Independent Study (1-4)
Independent Study Course. Learning Contract and approval of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Chair Required.