EDHS 501 - (3) (Y)
Clinical Phonetics
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Phonetic is the study of the perception and production of speech
sounds. Clinical phonetic includes two major domains: informational
and perceptual. Informational phonetics includes skills needed
to assess and plan treatment for persons with communicative disorders.
Perceptual phonetics includes training in the skill of perceptual
discriminations. This course provides lecture and laboratory experiences
for the purpose of training the student to become competent in
clinical phonetics. Students acquire discrimination skills in
scoring response, and linguistic complexity.
EDHS 502 - (3) (Y)
Introduction to Speech and Hearing Science
Prerequisite: PHYS 121
Study of principal concepts and procedures appropriate to the
study of physiologic and acoustic aspects of voice and speech.
EDHS 504 - (2) (Y)
The Clinical Process
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Provides a structured transition from the first observations of
speech, language and hearing disorders to the initial clinical
practicum. Video-taped observations covering evaluation and treatment
of the basic disorder areas of language, phonology, articulation,
voice, fluency, and hearing across the life span are used.
EDHS 505 - (3) (Y)
Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanism
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A preliminary examination of the mechanisms underlying normal
speech production and reception.
EDHS 507 - (2) (Y)
Principles and Procedures in Speech-Language Disorders
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Introduction to the principles and procedures of diagnosis and
treatment of individuals with communication disorders through
lecture/discussion/clinical study of speech, language, and hearing
problems.
EDHS 508 - (3) (Y)
Introduction to Audiology
Prerequisite or corequisites: EDHS 502 or permission of
instructor
Introduction to the field of audiology. Topics include: anatomy
and physiology of the hearing mechanism, etiologies of hearing
loss, techniques for assessment of hearing, habilitation/rehabilitation
of hearing disorders, and issues in contemporary audiology.
EDHS 510 - (1) (Y)
Professional Issues in CommunicationDisorders
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Lecture and discussion of professional preparation for service
to the communicatively impaired population. Course introduces
students to professional responsibilities including licensure,
certification, clinical training requirements and academic requirements
expected of the ethical, qualified service provider.
EDHS 511 - (2-3) (Y)
Research in Communication Disorders andSciences
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Research in Communication Disorders and Sciences. Requires basic
knowledge of statistics.
EDHS 515 - (2) (Y)
Sign Language
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A beginning course in conversational sign language or ASL and
general communication with persons having severe to profound hearing
loss.
EDHS 516 (3) (SI)
Disorders of Language Related to Reading
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A lecture-discussion and clinical study of disorders of phonological
processing and central auditory processing as related to the written
language skills of reading and spelling in both the developmental
and acquired population: etiology, evaluation, and treatment.
EDHS 524 - (3) (Y)
Substance Abuse in Society
Examines substance abuse and use in contemporary society.
Topics are treated from a multi-disciplinary perspective and include:
biological, pharmacologic, cultural, social, psychological, political,
economic, and legal aspects of substance abuse. Patterns of addiction,
intervention, and rehabilitation in respect to alcoholism and
other drugs will also be analyzed. Assessments of the costs, options
and alternatives to addiction along with educational efforts to
prevent such are examined. Class discussions are an integral part
of this course as well as lectures.
EDHS 533 - (3) (Y)
Communication Skills: Interpersonal Process Recall (IPR)
Continuous and interrelated experiences provide an opportunity
to learn more about communicating with other people. Focus is
on effective communication skills and personal communication styles.
Effective communication responses are taught and practiced within
the course and the required laboratory experiences.
EDHS 541 - (3) (Y)
Exercise Physiology
Prerequisite: Biology 101-102 or 201-202 or 206 or equivalent
Study of the physiological adaptations to exercise. Emphasis is
on energy metabolism, physiological responses to exercise and
exercise training techniques.
EDHS 542 - (3) (Y)
Introduction to Motor Learning
Analysis of basic principles and concepts relating to
the acquisition of motor skills. Basic research and principles
discussed in relation to motor learning and performance, including
the psychological and physiological principles related to movement
behavior, with specific relevance to the teaching process.
EDHS 543 - (3) (S)
Introduction to Sport Psychology
Study of various aspects of sport psychology: stress,
anxiety, arousal, relaxation, concentration, perception, motivation,
personality, etc. Emphasis is on basic scientific knowledge as
well as personal and group experiences. Same as EDHS 355 with
extra assignments.
EDHS 544 - (3) (Y)
Athletic Injuries
Prerequisites: Anatomy and kinesiology or permission of
instructor
Principles, procedures, and techniques in the prevention, treatment
and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for the athletic trainer,
physical therapist, and physical education teacher. A laboratory
experience is available in addition to the regular course (one
credit).
EDHS 545 - (3) (Y)
Adapted Physical Education
Students study the nature and causes of disabling conditions
and the motor needs and tolerances associated with these conditions.
They gain experience and skill in planning, assessing, prescribing,
teaching, and evaluating instruction for children with mild, moderate,
and severe disabilities in mainstream physical education settings.
EDHS 546 - (3) (Y)
Assessment in Physical Education
Designed to provide the student with the knowledge of
assessment strategies and techniques of assessment in physical
activity settings. Although primary attention is focused on the
general concepts and techniques of assessment in physical activity
settings, the course also addresses strategies for the selection
and administration of assessment tests.
EDHS 547 - (3) (Y)
Psycho-Social Aspects of Sport
Sport is studied from the psychological and sociological
perspectives including such topics as the nature of play and sport,
social systems and subsystems within sport, and the relationship
of other social institutions to sport.
EDHS 548 - (3) (SS)
Qualitative Analysis of Motor Patterns
Experienced teachers will analyze and further develop
their qualitative assessment skills. The course identifies a number
of (approximately 10-15) qualitative skills that the teachers
are interested in analyzing and developing competency in and then
works on these skills.
EDHS 550 - (3) (Y)
Contemporary Health Issues
Analysis of significant current health problems and interests
relative to various stages of the life cycle. Major discussions
deal with human sexuality, modification of disease risks, emergency
health care, mood alteration, death, and dying. Emphasis is on
the physiological, psychological, sociological, and ethical factors
involved in individual health related decision making. Same as
EDHS450 with extra requirements.
EDHS 552 - (4) (S)
Emergency Medical Care
Examination of current approaches to the management of
accidental and medical emergencies. Provides an in-depth study
of common emergencies and appropriate procedures for reducing
the severity of injury as well as possible preventive actions.
Some emergency conditions included are those associated with:
cardiopulmonary difficulty, temperature-related injuries, poisoning,
hemorrhaging, diabetes, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrest,
emergency childbirth, epilepsy, fractures, and major forms of
shock. Emphasizes developing an understanding of community organizations
specializing in providing emergency medical treatment. Components
of a comprehensive emergency medical care system are investigated.
Successful mastery of content can lead to competencies necessary
to take appropriate examinations for EMT and CPR certification.
Same as EDHS 451 with extra requirements.
EDHS 553 - (3) (Y)
Nutrition
Study of basic principles of nutrition including psychosocial-cultural
considerations in dietary intake. Focus on nutrient sources and
actions, digestion, special population needs, weight control,
food faddism, international problems, and nutrition-related disorders.
Nutrition education is also discussed.
EDHS 554 - (3) (Y)
Modalities in Athletic Training
Study of a variety of modes and techniques used in the
diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
EDHS 557 - (3) (SS)
Sports Medicine Conference
Week-long conference that begins with lectures and visitations
and observations of surgery and prosected cadaver joints. Continues
with presentations by nationally known physicians, athletic trainers,
and physical therapists. It concludes with a written examination
and submission of a literature review paper on a selected topic
in sports medicine. Same as EDHS 457 with extra requirements
EDHS 558 - (3) (SS)
Sport Psychology Conference
Comprehensive analysis of selected aspects related to
sport psychology. Topics covered: motivational techniques, goal
setting, mental rehearsal, social facilitation, coaching styles,
personality variables in sport, youth sport, anxiety, arousal,
and performance. Specific applications to teaching, counseling,
and coaching athletics are emphasized. Same as EDHS 458 with extra
requirements.
EDHS 561 - (3) (Y-SS)
Computer Applications in Physical Education
Provides hands on experience with specific applications
programs which introduce the student to how microcomputers can
be used as an object of instruction, medium of instruction, and
management tool. Emphasis is on developing functional computer
skills which can be used immediately by physical education professionals
to improve their efficiency.
EDHS 563 - (2) (Y)
History, Principles and Philosophy of Physical Education
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Analysis of the heritage of physical education in terms of historical
foundations and philosophical foundations. In addition, principles
of physical education are examined.
EDHS 589 - (1-3) (SI)
Selected Topics
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Course is used to offer selected topics and as the course number
for courses under development. Grading is determined on the basis
of the individual offering and may be either graded or S/U. May
be repeated.
EDHS 701 - (3) (O)
Anatomy and Physiology: Hearing
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Study of the anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism.
EDHS 703 - (1-3) (Y)
Lab: Speech and Hearing Science
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
EDHS 704 - (3) (Y)
Psychoacoustics
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Basic principles of auditory perception in the normal auditory
system. Interdependencies among stimulus variables, experimental
methods, and subjective experience are examined to increase understanding
of the auditory processing of information and measurement of auditory
function.
EDHS 705 - (3) (SS)
Clinical Applications of Computers in Communication Disorders
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Explores possible applications of microcomputers in the treatment
and remediation of communication disorders. Emphasizes direct
clinical use and analysis of evaluation and treatment data.
EDHS 706 - (3) (Y)
Disorders of Phonology and Articulation
Prerequisites: EDHS 501, 502, 504, 505, permission of
instructor
A lecture-discussion and clinical study of development and disorders
of phonology and articulation: etiology, evaluation and treatment.
EDHS 707 - (1-6) (SI)
Problems in Disorders of Communication
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Study of selected problems in the field of speech and hearing.
Subsections: (a) research trends; (b) laboratory instrumentation;
(c) diagnosis and appraisal; (d) the hearing impaired; (e) the
language impaired; (f) contemporary issues; (g) special topics.
EDHS 708 - (3) (Y)
Disorders of Fluency
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A lecture-discussion and clinical study of fluency disorders:
development, theory, evaluation, and treatment.
EDHS 709 - (3) (Y)
Disorders of Voice
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A lecture-discussion and clinical study of voice disorders, organic
and functional: pathology, evaluation, and treatment.
EDHS 710 - (3) (SS)
Disorders of Communication Craniofacial Anomalies
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A lecture-discussion and clinical study of speech disorders associated
with cleft palate and other orofacial deformities: pathology,
evaluation, and treatment.
EDHS 712 - (3) (Y)
Pathophysiologies of the Auditory System
Prerequisite: EDHS 508, 701 or permission of instructor
Overview of pathologies affecting the auditory system and their
characteristic effects on various aspects of auditory function.
EDHS 713 - (3) (Y)
Diagnostic Audiology I
Prerequisite: EDHS508 or permission of instructor, corequisite:
EDHS701
The basic elements of a diagnostic hearing evaluation: case history,
pure tone air and bone conduction threshold testing, speech threshold
testing, speech recognition testing, tympanometry, static acoustic
immitance, acoustic reflex measurement, test interpretation and
reporting. In addition to class lectures, scheduled lab time is
required.
EDHS 714 - (3) (Y)
Diagnostic Audiology II
Prerequisites: EDHS508, 701, 712, 713 or permission of
instructor
Advanced diagnostic techniques are discussed within the context
of test batteries designed to evaluate and differentiate hearing
disorders attributable to conductive, sensory, neural, and central
pathologies. Introduces the evaluation of special populations,
such as infants and young children, the elderly, and individuals
presenting with pseudohypacusis.