SPA 365 - Introduction to Audiology II

(3 units)

Rationale and procedures used in the evaluation of hearing loss. Laboratory exercises.

Prerequisite(s): SPA 201; SPA 362.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate knowledge to distinguish between sound and unsound interpretations of scientific information when completing research related to audiology.
2. demonstrate knowledge of conducting behavioral testing using modern technology to assess speech thresholds via air conduction for adults.
3. demonstrate knowledge of conducting acoustic immittance tests, otoacoustic emissions, and evoked potentials using modern technology and be able to interpret the results.
4. demonstrate knowledge of conducting behavioral testing using modern technology to assess pure tone thresholds via air/bone conduction for children.
5. demonstrate knowledge of conducting behavioral testing using modern technology to assess speech thresholds via air conduction for children.

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