Introduction to Audiology (318-0-1)
Instructors
Jason Tait Sanchez
Meeting Info
2315 Campus Dr Clinic 1620: Mon, Wed 9:30AM - 10:50AM
Overview of class
Introduction to the measurement of hearing in humans. Basic anatomy of the ear, measurement of hearing, potential disorders of hearing.
Registration Requirements
No prerequisites
Learning Objectives
Describe the field of audiology and many of the sub-specialty areas.
Relate basic principles of sound to human hearing.
Relate hearing disorders to the structure and function of the auditory system.
Describe the different types of hearing loss and their causes.
Describe evaluation procedures used in audiology AND hearing screening protocols identified in speech-language pathology (SLP) Scope of Practice documents.
Evaluation Method
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATIONS & POINTS (150 Points Total):
• 2 quarter-term exams (25 points each= 50 points)
• 1 midterm exam (50 points)
• 1 final exam (50 points)
Class Materials (Suggested)
(1) Martin, Frederick N., & Clark, John Greer. (2018). Introduction to Audiology, Thirteenth Edition. Boston, MA: Pearson; Allyn & Bacon. ISBN-13: 9780134695044 ($115)
(2) Welling, Deborah R., & Ukstins, Carol A. (2017). Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning. ISBN 978-1284105988 ($75.26)
Class allows prior editions of textbook
Students are encouraged to consult alternate vendors (Amazon, book rentals, etc.)
Book available at Norris Bookstore
Class Notes
This course is an introduction to audiology, which is a branch of science that studies hearing, balance and their related disorders. Its specialists, known as audiologist, are trained health-care professionals that specialize in identifying, diagnosing, treating and monitoring hearing and balance disorders. Audiologists use various testing strategies to determine whether an individual can hear within normal limits or if a balance problem exists. If a hearing loss or balance problem is identified, audiologists determine the region(s) of the system that are affected and the extent of the disorder.
Class Attributes
Natural Sciences Distro Area