Distance Learning Courses: Courses in the department approved for offering in a distance learning format include: CDO 643, 721, 744, 754, 756, 762, 763, 764, 772, 782, 783, 785, 853, 863.

CDO 130 Normal Speech and Language Acquisition 3(3-0) F, Sp
Normal acquisition of language and speech by children examined on the basis of current linguistic theory. (Group III-A)

CDO 230 Introduction to Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders 3(3-0) F, Sp
Aspects of speech-language pathology and audiology for elementary, secondary, and special education teachers, parents, and allied professionals in the management of speech, language, and hearing disorders.

CDO 297 Special Topics in Communication Disorders 1-12(Spec)
Contains subject matter not included in courses currently listed in the Bulletin.

CDO 330 Language Development 3(3-0) F, Sp
Study of language development in normally developing children from birth through adulthood; oral language sample analysis; language characteristics in disordered language learners.

CDO 331 Introduction to Audiology 3(3-0) F, Sp
Anatomy and basic psychophysics of hearing; pathologies causing hearing loss; quantitative measurements of hearing; practice in testing. Prerequisite: CDO 230.

CDO 334 Acoustic and Descriptive Phonetics 4(3-2) F, Sp
Physical bases of sound, acoustic characteristics of speech production and perception, and a broad and narrow transcription of normal and disordered speech sound production.

CDO 335 The Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing 4(4-0) F, Sp
Function of the anatomical and neuroanatomical structures in speaking and hearing.

CDO 338 Introduction to Phonological Disorders: Assessment and Treatment (3-0) F, Sp
The study of the formal and informal assessment of phonological disorders, associated factors, and intervention approaches applied to various etiologies. Prerequisites: CDO 230, 334, 335.

CDO 339 Clinical and Diagnostic Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology 4(3-2) F, Sp
Classroom lecture and lab integrating clinical evaluation and intervention techniques for treatment of specific communication disorders. Prerequisites: A signed major in CDO; CDO 230, 330, 331, 334, 335; or permission of instructor.

CDO 438 Language Disorders in Special Education Populations 3(3-0) F, Sp
To assist special education, elementary, and secondary teachers in the management of language disorders in mentally impaired, emotionally impaired, learning disabled, and autistic populations. Prerequisite: One course in the area of CDO or permission of instructor.

CDO 440 Child Language Assessment and Intervention 4(3-2) F, Sp
Formal and informal assessment of language, cognitive and communication functioning in preschool and school-age children not developing language normally; intervention approaches for deficits in language. Prerequisites: CDO 330.

CDO 490 Independent Study 1-4(Spec) F, Sp, Su
Student-initiated study guided by faculty member or faculty committee. Prerequisites: An overall B average; permission of advisor and instructor (and completion of form).

CDO 494 Mentored Practicum in Communication Disorders 3(1-4)
Supervised clinical assignment with an experienced student mentor encompassing up to 4 hours per week. Weekly lectures regarding clinical procedures, issues, and cases are required. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: A signed major in CDO; completion of CDO 230, 330, 331, 334, 335; a grade point of at least 3.0 in CDO major courses. Corequisite: CDO 338, 339.

CDO 495 Clinical Experience: Communication Disorders 3-6(Spec) F, Sp, Su
Enables students in communication disorders to carry out directed clinical practicum. Weekly discussion of clinical problems and cases. Prerequisites: CDO 230, 330, 331, 334, 335, 338, 339, 494; a grade point of at least 3.0 in CDO major courses. Corequisite: CDO 440

CDO 530 Speech and Hearing Problems of School Children 3(3-0) D
Survey for classroom teachers. Recognition and evaluation of the several types of speech and hearing defects. Not open to majors in CDO.

CDO 531 Audiologic Rehabilitation 3(3-0) F, Sp
Habilitative and rehabilitative approaches for limited-hearing children and adults including lip-reading auditory training speech and language development. Clinical observation and practicum. Prerequisite: CDO 331.

CDO 532 Counseling Issues in Communication Disorders 1(1-0)
An introduction to counseling techniques for individuals working in the field of communication disorders. Needs of individuals with specific communication disorders will be addressed. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

CDO 537 Special Topics in Communication Disorders 1-9(Spec) D
Current topics for each semester listed in the Schedule of Classes. Three hours each; maximum credit nine hours.

CDO 544 Communication Disorders in the Aged 3(3-0) D
Incidence, prevention, assessment, treatment, and impact of communication disorders associated with laryngeal cancer, hearing impairment, cerebral vascular accidents (strokes). Parkinsonism and other neurological impairments are discussed.

CDO 550 Communication Assessment and Intervention in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders 3(3-0)
This course examines procedures for assessment of communication, language, and speech of students with autism spectrum disorders, and reviews strategies for enhancing communication and language. Prerequisites: SPE 530 Autism Spectrum Disorders: Characteristics and Etiology, and senior or graduate status; or permission of instructor.

For 600 and 700 level course descriptions consult the current Graduate Bulletin.

CDO 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)

CDO 621 Emerging Technology in Speech-Language Pathology 2(2-0)

CDO 637 Special Topics In Communication Disorders l-9(Spec)

CDO 638 Seminar: Adult and Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding Disorders 2(2-0)

CDO 640 Cadaveric Anatomy for Communication 3(2-2) Su

CDO 643 Disorders of Hearing 3(3-0) Sp

CDO 646 Language and Learning Disabilities in School Age Children 3(3-0) D

CDO 701 Psycholinguistic and Neurolinguistic Bases of Language 3(3-0)

CDO 702 Infant-Toddler Communication: Assessment and Intervention 2(2-0)

CDO 704 Language Disorders in Preschool Children 3(3-0)

CDO 705 Traumatic Brain Injury 2(2-0)

CDO 711 Craniofacial Disorders 2(2-0)

CDO 712 Physiological Phonetics 2(2-0)

CDO 713 Voice Disorders/Laryngectomee Rehabilitation 3(3-0)

CDO 714 Motor Speech Disorders 3(3-0)

CDO 717 Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Disorders 4(4-0) 

CDO 720 Anatomy and Physiology Underlying Neuro-otology 3(3-0)

CDO 721 Audiological Aspects of Pharmacology and Microbiology 3(3-0)

CDO 730 Experimental Studies In Communication Disorders 3(3-0) 

CDO 731 Diagnostic Audiology 3(3-0) 

CDO 732 Physiological Tests of Audio-Vestibular Function 3(3-0) D

CDO 734 Acoustic Phonetics 3(3-0)

CDO 735 Augmentative and Alternative Communication 3(3-0) 

CDO 736 Phonological Disorders in Children 3(3-0) 

CDO 739 Seminar: Stuttering 3(3-0) 

CDO 740 Neuroanatomy 3(3-0) 

CDO 741 Special Topics In Audiology 1-9(Spec) 

CDO 743 Audiologic Instrumentation 3(3-0) 

CDO 744 Occupational and Environmental Hearing Conservation 3(3-0) F

CDO 749 Clinical Practicum in Speech Pathology or Audiology 1-15(Spec) F, Sp, Su

CDO 750 Advanced Hearing Science 3(3-0) F

CDO 751 Speech Audiometry 3(3-0) 

CDO 752 Amplification for the Hearing Impaired 3(3-0) F

CDO 753 Rehabilitative and Educational Considerations In Audiology 3(3-0) 

CDO 754 Pediatric Audiology 3(3-0) Sp

CDO 755 Advanced Diagnostic Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology 3(3-0)

CDO 756 Early Identification and Management of Hearing Loss 3(3-0)

CDO 759 Introduction to Clinical Practicum: Audiology 3-9(Spec)

CDO 762 Advanced Amplification for the Hearing Impaired 3(3-0)

CDO 763 Audiologic Rehabilitation Considerations in Education 3(3-0)

CDO 764 Audiologic Rehabilitation for Adults 3(3-0)

CDO 769 Intermediate Clinical Practicum: Audiology 3-9(Spec)

CDO 771 Advanced Auditory Assessment 3(3-0)

CDO 772 Advanced Technology & Practice Aspects of Amplification 3(3-0)

CDO 773 Advanced Amplification Fitting Strategies 3(2-2)

CDO 781 Electrophysiological Techniques in Audiology 3(2-2)

CDO 782 Evaluation and Management of Balance Disorders 3(3-0)

CDO 783 Advanced Electrophysiological Techniques in Audiology 3(3-0)

CDO 785 Auditory Processing Disorders 3(3-0)

CDO 790 Advanced Independent Study 1-4(Spec) F, Sp

CDO 795 Internship 3-6(Spec) D

CDO 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec) 

CDO 849 Advanced Clinical Practicum: Audiology 4-12(Spec)

CDO 853 Psychosocial Aspects of Hearing Loss 3(3-0)

CDO 863 Professional Issues in the Practice of Audiology 3(-0)

CDO 898 Doctoral Project: Design 1-12(Spec)

CDO 995 Clinical Residency 5-23(Spec)

Credit Limitation. Courses in the Department that are subject to graduate credit limitation under the policy covering unspecified content or variable credit are: CDO 537, 637, 741, 790, 795.

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