Neruo-typical speech and language development across the life span. Prerequisite: 111

Provides an introduction to cognitive neuroscience associated with speech and language, including structure and functioning of the central nervous system, research methods in neuroscience, and theories and models of speech-language production, perception, and learning.

Covers basic information on the physics of sound, acoustics, basic hearing science, the acoustic analysis of speech, and speech perception. It also introduces the physics, anatomy and physiology of respiration, phonation, and swallowing. Prerequisite: 311.

Introduction to hearing aid and cochlear implant components/characteristics, speech reading, the psychosocial effects, communication impairments, and remediation options for hearing loss across the life span.

Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of language impairments across the life span. Prerequisite: 313, 322.

Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of speech sound disorders across the life span. Prerequisites: 312, 313, 323.

Equips students with the knowledge and skills to become competent and confident intercultural communicators. Prerequisites: 313, 322.

An introduction to art including lectures and discussions, but focused on two- and three-dimensional studio work. Intended for students interested in an experiential approach to learning about art. AE

Special topics courses of variable credit are developed depending on participant need and interest. Some special topics courses have been: Mentoring & Leadership; and Empathy & Imagination. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

Experiential Learning: Internship (12 Credits) Non-classroom experiences in the field of business. Placements are generally off-campus, and may be full-or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must be sought prior to occurrence, and learning contracts must be submitted before the end of the first week of the semester. A maximum of 15 credits of 287/487 can be used to meet graduation requirements. See the experiential learning: internship section of this catalog for details. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC. Contact Career Services for registration permission.