SLP 2000 - Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 3000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.

SLP 3990 - Advanced Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4003 - Foundations Of Speech-Language Pathology

This course presents a survey of the principles, concepts and terminology fundamental to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology.

SLP 4014 - Normal Language Development

This course is a detailed study of the behavioral, cognitive and linguistic aspects of normal language development. Major theories of language development are examined as well as the development of specific semantic, syntactic, and pragmatic aspects of language behavior in children and adolescents. This course also includes study of sociolinguistic and dialectal variations. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 4023 - Fluency Disorders

This course includes a detailed examination of the nature and definition of fluency disorders (stuttering and cluttering). Theories regarding etiology and their implications for evaluation and treatment of fluency disorders are studied. Procedures for the evaluation of speech fluency, diagnosis, and treatment for different age groups are examined. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4713.

SLP 4054 - Language Disorders

This course presents a detailed study of the nature of language disorders in children and adolescents, including etiologies, classification, assessment and treatment. Specific emphasis includes principles and procedures for application of standardized test instruments, language sampling and analysis, informal assessment and developing intervention strategies. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4014.

SLP 4143 - Acoustic Phonetics

This course involves a study of the science of sounds necessary for the prouduction of speech. This course is designed to train the student to hear and discriminate among the speech sounds of General American English, to train the student in the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet, and to give the student an understanding of how speech sounds are produced. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 4223 - Audiology

This course presents a study of the physics of sound, anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, auditory theory, pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, acoustic immittance, hearing screening, pathologies of the auditory systems, amplification and treatment strategies for the individuals with hearing impairment. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4724.

SLP 4522 - Beginning Signing Exact English

This course presents vocabulary and skill development in a manual English sign language system for use by speech-language pathologists and teachers in developing English skills in the hearing impaired. Topics include study of aspects of and differences in manual communication systems. Prerequisite(s): Instructor written permission required.

SLP 4622 - Intermediate Signing Exact English

This course presents vocabulary and skill development for intermediate grade level children in a manual English sign language system for use by speech-language pathologists and teachers in developing English skills in the hearing impaired. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4522.

SLP 4673 - Articulation Disorders

This course presents a study of the principles and procedures for assessment and remediation of articulation and phonological disorders. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4143.

SLP 4693 - Voice Disorders

This course presents an in depth study of anatomy and neurophysiology of the vocal mechanism and various voice disorders. The course includes evaluation and treatment techniques for hyper- and hypofunctional disorders, neurogenic disorders and clients with laryngectomy. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4713.

SLP 4703 - Aural Rehabilitation

This course presents a survey of the various methods and devices used in treatment of sensory auditory disorders. Topics includes study of hearing aids and auditory trainers, speech reading, auditory training, oral and manual methods of communication, and speech/language training. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4223.

SLP 4713 - Clinical Methods Speech-Language Pathology

This course examines the clinical foundations of speech-language pathology. Principles and procedures for the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders are studied. Methods for obtaining and analyzing behavioral data for clinical and research applications are examined in detail. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4054, 4673.

SLP 4724 - Speech And Hearing Mechanism

This course involves a study of the anatomy, neurology, physiology and function of the mechanisms of the human body involved in hearing, speech, voice and language acquisition and production. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 4732 - Computer Applications/Technical Writing For Speech Language Pathology

This course examines fundamental concepts of computer systems, computer applications, and their technical application to the field of speech-language pathology. Emphasis is placed on developing awareness of considerations related to utilizing specialized software for evaluation and treatment of communication disorders, researching professional information, and the development of technical writing skills utilizing computer applications. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4054 &4673.

SLP 4742 - Cultural Issues In Speech Language Pathology

This course provides a study of cultural diversity issues in the provision of speech-language services. Speech and language characteristics of different cultures are examined with the resulting implications for assessment and treatment of communication disorders. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4713 and senior standing. Enrollment open to Speech/Language Pathology majors only.

SLP 4900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4910 - Seminar

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours.

SLP 4960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 4980 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.

SLP 5000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.

SLP 5013 - Foundations Of Speech-Language Pathology

This course presents a survey of the principles, concepts and terminology fundamental to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology.

SLP 5023 - Fluency Disorders

This course includes a detailed examination of the nature and definition of fluency disorders (stuttering and cluttering). Theories regarding etiology and their implications for evaluation and treatment of fluency disorders are studied. Precedures for the evaluation of speech fluency, diagnosis, and treatment for different age groups are examined. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4713.

SLP 5112 - Speech And Hearing Science

This course presents an advanced study of physical and physiological aspects of speech production and reception. Topics include analysis of acoustic signals and speech synthesis. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5232 - Communication Disorders Infant/Toddler

This course presents an in-depth examination of high-risk infant/toddler development and implications for speech-language development. Topics includes information relative to defining the at-risk population incidence of high-risk infants, medical terminology specific to the population, infant communication development, assessment data, and materials. Models for parent/professional facilitation of communication skills are discussed. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5243 - Diagnostic Methods Speech-Language Pathology

This course presents a detailed examination of the principles and procedures in diagnosis and evaluation of communication disorders. Special reference will be made to imterpretation of medical/developmental history, application of standardized tests, informal methods of evaluation, and principles of caseload selection.

SLP 5252 - Advanced Normal Language Development

This course provides a detailed description of linguistic, behavioral, cognitive and social factors in language development. Specific emphasis is placed on analysis and coding of morphologic, syntactic, semantic and pragmatic features in the language of children and adolescents. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5262 - Advanced Language Disorders

This course provides an in-depth examination of the theoretical foundations, formal standardized tests, language sampling and analysis techniques for assessment of language disorders in children and adolescents. Topics include detailed study of various procedures for language treatment. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 5282 - Advanced Articulation Disorders

This course provides an in-depth study of the principles and procedures for assessment and treatment of articulation and phonological disorders. Evaluation and treatment of oral-motor disorders, including apraxia and dysarthria, are also examined. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5292 - Aphasia II

This course provides a detailed study of the procedures for evaluation and treatment of neurogenic communication disorders in adults including the aphasias, dementias, traumatic brain injury, and right- hemisphere syndrom. Prerequisite(s): SLP 5363, permission required.

SLP 5302 - Augmentative Communication

This course examines the selection, development, and use of augmentative alternative systems of communication with severely communicatively handicapped individuals. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 5314 - Language Disorders

This course presents a detailed study of the nature of language disorders in children and adolescents, including etiologies, classification, assessment and treatment. Specific emphasis includes principles and procedures for application of standardized test instruments, language sampling and analysis, informal assessment and developing treatment strategies. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5323 - Voice Disorders

This course presents an in depth study of anatomy and neurophysiology of the vocal mechanism and various voice disorders. The course includes evaluation and treatment techniques for hyper- and hypofunctional disorders, neurogenic disorders and clients with laryngectome. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5332 - Legal Aspects Speech-Language Pathology

This course presents a lecture series concerning the legal aspects related to the practice of Speech- Language Pathology. Topics include ethical bases of the profession and federal, state and common law requirements for both the private and public practitioner. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5343 - Dysphagia

This course represents a study of the etiologies, assessment, and treatment of disturbances in oral-motor functioning for speech and swallowing in children and adults. This course replaces SLP 5342. Prerequisite(s): Written permission required.

SLP 5352 - Cleft Palate

This course presents an in-depth examination of the anatomy, embryology, and etiology and classification related to clefts of the lip and palate. Topics include the evaluation of the effects of cleft palate on speech and the evaluation and treatment of cleft palate speech. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5363 - Aphasia I

This courses presents a detailed study of the neurological and physiological bases of neurogenic communication disorders Topics include evaluating the motor, cognitive, and communication features associated with the aphasias, dysarthrias, and apraxia. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5372 - Neuroscience In Speech Language Pathology

This course is designed to examine the human nervous system at an advanced level with special emphasis on human communication. Terminology and conceptual tools for studying neurological structure and function of the somotosensory, visual, auditory, and motor systems are included in the examination of neuroscience. These concepts will be related to disorders of speech and language encountered by speech-language pathologists in their clinical work. Prerequisite(s): Permission required.

SLP 5713 - Clinical Methods Speech-Language Pathology

This course examines the clinical foundations of speech-language pathology. Principles and procedures for the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders are studied. Methods for obtaining and analyzing behavioral data for clinical and research applications are examined in detail. Prerequisite(s): SLP 4054, 4673.

SLP 5900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 5930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 5950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.

SLP 5960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 5970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

SLP 5990 - Thesis

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.