May 03, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Speech-Language Pathology (CD) Courses


Speech-Language Pathology

Courses

Speech-Language Pathology

  • C D 60 - Selected Topics in Communicative Disorders


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Speech, language and hearing therapy to students enrolled in the University.
    May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  • C D 261 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Open to declared Speech-Language Pathology majors and pre-majors only.
    Anatomical, physiological and neurological components of the speech and hearing mechanism. Designed for students planning to enter the clinical program in communicative disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 271 - Phonetics


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Open to declared Speech-Language Pathology majors and pre-majors only.
    Phonetic basis of speech sounds and the various factors which influence pronunciation. Consideration is given to linguistic variations, regional dialects and standards.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Discussion 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours.)
  • C D 329 - Language Acquisition: From Birth Through Adolescence


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: A grade of “‘C” or better in C D 261  and C D 271 .
    Introduction to language learning and its impact upon communication, socialization and literacy. Study of the form, content and use of language across time with an emphasis upon first language learning. Cognitive, cultural and emotional factors are considered.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students with credit in LING 329.
  • C D 330 - Speech and Hearing Science


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “‘C” or better in C D 261  and C D 271 .
    Course Description: Examination of the anatomical, physiological, psychological and acoustic aspects of speech. Through readings, discussions, videos, and interactive software the student is expected to become more aware and analytical of the instrumentation and scientific basis of production and perception of speech.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion)
  • C D 373 - Audiology I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: A grade of “‘C” or better in C D 261  and C D 271 .
    Introduction to audiology; acoustics, anatomy and physiology of the ear, pure-tone audiometry/masking, speech audiometry/ masking, principles of taking a case history, and report writing.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 440 - Aural Rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “‘C” or better in C D 329  , C D 330   C D 373  , and C D 477 

     
    Nature of hearing impairment and impact on communicative function. Procedures for assessment and management of hearing loss, including amplification, counseling, and self-report scales. Focus is primarily adult clients but will include some information regarding children.

    Letter grade only (A-F).

  • C D 456 - Speech Pathology I: Speech Sound Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 440 , C D 464 , C D 476 , and C D 481A 
    The purpose of the course is to apply knowledge of phonology/phonetics to heterogeneous speech sound disorders (SSD). The course covers etiologies of SSD, phonological processes, standardized and non-standardized assessments, differential diagnosis, dialectical variations, principles in target selection and intervention.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 460 - Multicultural and Multilingual Issues in Speech- Language Pathology


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in C D 456 , C D 466 , C D 472 , and C D 483 .
    Provides understanding of non-discriminatory assessment process for linguistically and culturally diverse clients referred for speech-language assessment. Includes information relative to cultural differences, use of interpreters/translators, biases of assessment, and differential diagnoses, such as language disorder versus language difference.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 462 - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Practicum


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: At least 33 units in communicative disorders competed with a grade of “B” or better. For students interested in receiving a license to work as a SLPA. Weekly lecturers covering the laws, practices and ethics governing SLPAs and 70 hours of supervised undergraduate clinical practicum.
    Credit/ no credit grading only. Course fee may be required.
  • C D 464 - Behavior Management and Counseling in Speech- Language Pathology


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of  “C” or better in C D 329 , C D 330 , C D 373 , and C D 477 

     
    The course provides entry-level knowledge in behavior management and counseling skills for speech-language pathologists. Students study prevention, identification and intervention for behavior problems and apply counseling theories and techniques to daily practice with individuals with communication disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F).

  • C D 466 - Speech Pathology II: Speech Motor Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of  “C” or better in C D 440 , C D 464 , C D 476 , and C D 481A 
    Etiology, assessment, and therapy for disturbances of the speech motor system with emphasis on the neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, psychological, and linguistic variables correlated to aberrant behaviors.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 472 - Alternative and Augmentative Communication


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 440 , C D 464 , C D 476 , and C D 481A 
    An understanding of relevant topics in alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), assistive technology (AT); assessment and management of patients with severe communication impairments. Topics will include a variety of disabilities in both pediatric and adult patients, across varying communication environments.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 476 - Speech Pathology III: Disorders of Voice/Oro‑facial Mechanism


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 329 , C D 330 , C D 373 , and C D 477 
    Processes of phonation and resonance and their application to etiology, diagnosis and therapy of functional and organic voice disorders, such as those arising from laryngeal pathology, vocal abuse, neurological impairment, auditory impairment and oro-facial abnormalities.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 477 - Disorders of Swallowing


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in C D 261  and C D 271 .
    Anatomy, physiology, and neuroanatomy of normal swallowing. Neurological and oncologic disorders which affect the swallow process. Evaluation of the patient with dysphagia will include clinical and instrumental analysis. Treatment plans based on history and evaluative results will be designed and examined.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 481A - Speech Pathology IV: Disorders of Language, Children


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 329 , C D 330 , C D 373 , and C D 477 
    An analysis of the components of language and how each is involved with language disorders in children. Provide for the understanding and recognition of variables for the assessment and clinical management of such children.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 481B - Speech Pathology IV: Disorders of Language, Neuropathologies


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 456 , C D 466 , C D 472 , and C D 483 .  

     
    Neurophysiological and neurolinguistic basis for language and speech disorders associated with central nervous system pathologies. Provides for the recognition and understanding of variables for the assessment and clinical management of such disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F).

  • C D 483 - Assessment of Monolingual and Bilingual Clients


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 440 , C D 464 , C D 476 , and C D 481A .  

     
    Principles underlying assessment procedures in speech language disorders for both monolingual and bilingual clients. Focus is on the cultural and linguistic variables affecting standardized and nonstandardized assessment procedures.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)

  • C D 485 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders for Speech-Language Pathologists


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 456 , C D 466 , C D 472 , and C D 483 
    Foundational areas prerequisite to understanding ASD including historical perspectives, diagnostic systems, theorized etiologies, and behavioral characteristics are differentiated. Components of early identification, social pragmatics of language acquisition, social-communication across age levels, and evidence-based assessment and interventions are examined.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 489 - Clinical Observations and Professional Writing for Prospective Speech-Language Pathologists


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in C D 456 , C D 466 , C D 472 , and C D 483 

     
    The course provides entry-level knowledge in professional writing for prospective speech-language pathologists. Students develop preliminary clinical skills on generating goals and objectives, report writing and documentation. Students also fulfill the ASHA requirements for 25 clinical observation hours.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)

  • C D 491 - Proctoring in Communicative Disorders


    (2‑3 units)

    Students shall engage in peer teaching and examination scoring in undergraduate courses under the specific direction of the course instructor. Open only to students who have achieved the grade of “A” in the course in which they are serving as proctor.

    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  • C D 499 - Directed Studies in Communicative Disorders


    (1‑3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Independent study under supervision of a faculty member.

    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Not acceptable for graduate credit toward the master’s degree.
  • C D 575 - Educational Topics in Speech-Language Pathology


    (2 units)

    Review current issues, legislation and the role of SLPs in public school settings, including service delivery, school reform, accountability, and eligibility criteria. Special consideration given to collaboration and the use of content standards in goal setting and curriculum intervention.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 590 - Selected Topics in Communicative Disorders


    (1-3 units)

    Topics from the most recent developments and issues in speech-language pathology and audiology.

    May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  • C D 661 - Traumatic Brain Injury Across the Lifespan


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: C D 696 .
    Neurophysiological basis for cognitive and communicative impairments associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Addresses rehabilitation research specific to TBI in children and adults.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 662 - Seminar in School-Age Language Disorders: Grade 1 through High School


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 456 , C D 481A  and C D 696 .
    Components of spoken and written communication and language are examined in children and adolescents with diverse, academically-based language learning disabilities. Major approaches to literacy and curricular-based intervention explored.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 663 - Seminar in Preschool Language Disorders and Speech Sound Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 456  and C D 481A .
    Corequisite: C D 696 .
    Components of communication, language, speech and emergent literacy are discussed in preschool children with various types and severities of disorders. Clinical decision-making processes and evidence-based speech and language interventions are covered.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 665 - Seminar in Language Disorders in Adults


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 481B , C D 696 .
    Provides an understanding of neuropathological substrates of language disorders in adults resulting from brain damage. Provides for the recognition and assessment of the syndromology and clinical aspects of adult language disorders relative to current research.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 666 - Seminar in Motor Speech Disorders and Fluency Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 466 , C D 696 .
    Discuss etiology, associated speech characteristics, assessment, and management of motor speech disorders, including apraxia of speech and dysarthria, and fluency disorders. Emphasis on differential diagnosis, clinical decision making process and application of evidence-based treatment.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 667 - Seminar in Autism Spectrum Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: C D 696 .
    Historical perspectives, assessment procedures, intervention approaches, and parent training programs for management of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 668 - Seminar in Dysphagia


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): C D 477 , C D 696 
    This course is designed to enhance the knowledge of swallowing disorders in all age groups that result from a variety of medical conditions. Students will learn the techniques for assessing swallowing function and rehabilitation treatment approaches for dysphagia.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 669A - Clinical Practice - Child-Adolescent Speech and Language Clinic


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 489 .
    Prerequisite/Corequisites: C D 663  and consent of instructor.

    CD 669A is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice through hands-on experience. Under supervision, students will conduct standardized and informal assessment, generate goals and objectives, develop and implement treatment plan, and write professional assessment and progress reports.

    Student conducts assessment of phonological disorders and Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
  • C D 669B - Clinical Practice - Autism Spectrum Disorders


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: C D 667 .
    Provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in assessing and managing clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (2 hrs lecture, 2 hrs clinic)
  • C D 669H - Clinical Practice‑Special Programs


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: At least one of the C D 669A  through J courses.
    Specialized practice placement to obtain experience with speech, language, and hearing disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units.
  • C D 669J - Clinical Practice - Adult Speech and Language Clinic


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: C D 489 .
    Prerequisite/Corequisites: C D 665  and consent of instructor.

    CD 669J is for students to gain hands-on experience while working with individuals with acquired speech-language and/or cognitive-communication disorders resulting from various neurogenic disorders. Practicum includes assessment, treatment planning, report writing, and application of research findings to clinical process.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
  • C D 669L - Clinical Practice with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Clients


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites:

    1) Completion of all disorder-specific graduate seminars;
    2) completion of a minimum of 3 core clinics (C D 669A -C D 669J );
    3) C D 483  and C D 489 , or equivalent as approved by the instructor) and consent of instructor.
    Assessment/management of speech-language disorders in clients whose native language is different than that of the clinician. Training of bilingual interpreters.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Minimum 25 clock hours required. Course fee may be required.

  • C D 670 - Medical Internship in Speech and Language Pathology


    (5 units)

    Prerequisites: Complete with a grade of “B” or higher all graduate seminars for the Master’s degree in CD and all graduate clinics applicable to specific field placement (as determined by Instructor), and Department consent.)
    Advanced clinical supervised practice with speech and language disordered persons in either a hospital, rehabilitation agency or speech and language center.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
  • C D 686A - Public School Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology


    (5 units)

    Prerequisites: Pass the CBEST, complete with a grade of “B” or higher all graduate seminars and all but one graduate clinic required for the Master’s degree in CD, and department consent
    Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential (SLPSC) candidates participate in supervised clinical practicum in an offcampus itinerant speech and language setting(s) for the equivalent of one semester earning 5 units of field study. (Required only for SLPSC credential.)

    Credit/No Credit grading only. Course fee may be required. (100 direct contact hours of supervised clinical field work and a two-hour monthly seminar on campus are required) Enrollment by application to the Communicative Disorders Department only.
  • C D 695 - Directed Readings


    (1‑3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Readings in communication sciences/disorders. Required of all candidates for the master’s degree not electing the thesis option. Under special circumstances, may be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 696 - Research Methods: Applied and Basic


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: PSY 110  or equivalent or consent of instructor. Professional issues related to research and clinical settings. Application of scientific method, experimental design (group and single subject) and related statistical methods (parametric and nonparametric). Evaluate literature in the field.
    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hours.)
  • C D 697 - Directed Research


    (1‑3 units)

    Prerequisite/Corequisites: C D 696  and consent of instructor.

    Independent research under supervision of a faculty member.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  • C D 698 - Thesis


    (1‑4 units)

    Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy for master’s degree.
    Preparation, completion and submission of an acceptable thesis in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the master’s degree.