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    May 12, 2024  
2014-2015 Graduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Special Education

  
  • EDSP 5010 - Characteristics of Individuals with Mental Retardation

    3 hours

    Overview of the field of mental retardation and developmental disabilities that includes an analysis of definitions, etiological factors, classification schemes and intervention models.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5200 - Characteristics of Individuals with Learning Disabilities

    3 hours

    Overview of the field of learning disabilities that includes an analysis of definitions, etiological factors, classification schemes and intervention models.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5220 - Learning Strategies for Individuals with Cognitive Disorders

    3 hours

    Focus on learning strategies designed for individuals with disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5010 , EDSP 5200  and EDSP 5600 .

  
  • EDSP 5230 - Advanced Seminar in Learning Disabilities: Educational Theories and Practices

    3 hours

    Focused analysis of the theoretical basis of learning disabilities and the instructional implications and applications of those theories.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 , or equivalent.

  
  • EDSP 5240 - Collaboration with Parents, Paraeducators and Professionals

    3 hours

    Communication and collaboration models and strategies in working with parents, caregivers and professionals concerned about exceptional learners. Emphasis on the changing definition of families and changing demographics and the implications these changes have for effectively involving others in the decision-making for exceptional learners. Analysis made of legal mandates and availability of resources to ensure quality services for exceptional learners.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710  or consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5310 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders

    3 hours

    Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Examines the history, theories, definitions and public policies related to ASD. Characteristics, diagnosis, assessment, and instructional interventions used with individuals with ASD across the lifespan are explored.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5320 - Introduction to Functional Assessment

    3 hours

    Focuses on various dimensions of functional assessment of behavior and academic performance of children and youth with disabilities and/or at-risk for academic and social failure. Emphasis on a process for conducting functional assessments and gathering information applicable to the development of effective positive behavioral supports and intervention plans.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 ; EDSP 5600  or EDSP 5730 .

  
  • EDSP 5330 - Classroom and Behavior Management Strategies for Exceptional Learners

    3 hours

    Focus on a variety of classroom-based approaches to aid in the behavioral management of exceptional learners. Students learn how to implement individualized techniques including applied behavioral analysis, as well as larger-group strategies, to foster positive behavioral, social and emotional growth. Special attention is given to the development of behavioral intervention plans and positive behavioral supports for students with challenging behaviors.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5340 - Supporting High Functioning Students with Autism in General Education

    3 hours

    Provides a comprehensive overview of the characteristics and educational needs of high functioning students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Requires students to demonstrate knowledge and skills in developing an individualized educational plan (IEP) to be delivered in general education settings including curricular and instructional accommodations, social interaction and communication skills, behavior support, and other environmental supports.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5310 .

  
  • EDSP 5350 - Educational Programming for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

    3 hours

    Focus on the unique programming needs of students with autism spectrum disorders. Specific educational and behavioral interventions are discussed as well as several of the more controversial therapies. Characteristics associated features of students with autism and Asperger’s Syndrome are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5310  or equivalent, or consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5360 - Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

    3 hours

    Focuses on the assessment needs of children with autism spectrum disorders. The various components of a complete education evaluation are discussed as well as how to apply assessment information in planning the programming needs for children with autism spectrum disorders. Various evaluation tools and procedures are reviewed and demonstrated.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5310 .

  
  • EDSP 5370 - Autism Across the Life Span

    3 hours

    Examination of the needs of children and youth with autism spectrum disorders across the life span. Numerous issues are examined in depth along with the implications that each issue has for maximizing individual potential.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5310 .

  
  • EDSP 5420 - Field Experience with Children and Youth with Learning Disabilities

    3 hours

    Supervised field experience with children and youth with learning disabilities. Typically, placement will be within a minimum of two educational settings.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5200 , EPSY 6168 , EDSP 5220 , EDSP 5230 . Consent of department.

    Students may enroll for 1 to 6 hours credit in any given term/semester; field experience of 2.5 hours per week required for each hour of enrollment. Students must apply for consent to take this course at least six weeks prior to enrollment.
  
  • EDSP 5430 - Advanced Practicum: Special Education

    3 hours

    Demonstration in a special education setting of professional competencies during a minimum 110 hours of supervised practicum experiences. Responsibility for development and implementation of individualized plans for the exceptional learner. Special education teacher role identification and relationships are examined in structured seminars.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5510 - Educational Appraisal of Exceptional Learners

    3 hours

    Examinations of basic testing procedures and terminology as related to the exceptional learner. Analysis of statistics used in test development and interpretation of test data. Use of test data in developing individual education plans. Examines curriculum-based assessment issues. Focuses on the development and use of knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective administration and interpretation of authentic assessment and documenting student achievement gains among diverse and exceptional learners. Field experiences include administration of academic and teacher-made assessments.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5520 - Special Education Law

    3 hours

    Provides teachers, educational diagnosticians and school administrators the opportunity to examine federal and state laws pertaining to the delivery of special education services.  Addresses the legal development of the discipline of special education as well as current requirements for the provision of a free and appropriate education to students with disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710  or equivalent, or consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5530 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment I: Practicum

    3 hours

    Demonstration of competency in developing test batteries for students with different handicapping conditions and in administering and interpreting the batteries. Development of an individual plan for each battery administered.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5510 .

  
  • EDSP 5540 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment II: Practicum

    3 hours

    Demonstration of competency in administration, scoring and interpreting test instruments appropriate for students with different types of handicapping conditions. Development of test batteries for students at varying age levels.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5510 , EDSP 5530 .

  
  • EDSP 5560 - Assistive Technology

    3 hours

    Review of recent legislation governing the need and use for assistive technology for individuals with IEP or 504 plans. Issues concerning assessment, ownership, costs and availability are reviewed.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5600 - Characteristics of Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Overview of topics related to children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders, including characteristics, assessment, diagnosis and evaluation. Investigation of risk factors for the development of severe behavioral problems and classroom-based interventions.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5610 - Educational Theories and Practices Relative to Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Analysis of various theoretical approaches that includes the psychodynamic, ecological and behaviorist theories utilized in designing intervention programs for individuals with emotional and behavioral disorders. Emphasis upon the application and effectiveness of approaches in a variety of educational and therapeutic environments.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 .

  
  • EDSP 5615 - Positive Behavioral Interventions in Educational and Related Settings

    3 hours

    Examination of the positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) philosophy and its underlying assumptions regarding delivery of services to children and youth. Approaches for implementation are highlighted with a focus on school-wide, classroom-wide, and individual interventions, along with the implementation of PBIS for development of systems-of-care, wraparound, and full-service schools.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 , EDSP 5710 , or EDSP 5730 .

  
  • EDSP 5620 - Educational Programming for Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Emphasis is upon designing effective and efficient intervention programs for children/youth with emotional and behavioral disorders that are applicable to a variety of educational settings to include hospitals, mental health centers, and public and private schools.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 . EDSP 5610  (may be taken concurrently).

  
  • EDSP 5630 - Field Experience with Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders I

    3 hours

    Supervised field experience with children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders. Placement is in a minimum of two educational settings.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 . Consent of department. Students must apply for consent to take this course at least six weeks prior to enrollment.

    Field experience of 2.5 hours per week required for each hour of enrollment.
  
  • EDSP 5640 - Field Experience with Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders II

    3 hours

    Supervised field experience with children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders. Placement is in educationally related environments.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 , EDSP 5630 . Consent of department.

    Field experience of 2.5 hours per week required for each hour of enrollment. Students must apply for consent to take this course at least six weeks prior to enrollment.
  
  • EDSP 5650 - Special Education in Juvenile Correctional Facilities

    3 hours

    Overview of the juvenile justice system and correctional education with emphasis on the role of the special educator in meeting the needs of the handicapped juvenile offender.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5660 - Transition of Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Examination of all aspects of the transition of secondary school-aged youth from educational to community-based environments. Includes the rationale for transition programming, practices and procedures, interagency cooperation, school-based vocational preparation and work-study activities. Emphasis is placed on the role of the special education teacher in the transition process.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 . Consent of instructor.

  
  • EDSP 5665 - Advanced Transition Planning for Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Focuses on the taxonomy of transition as a model for planning, implementing and evaluating transition-focused education for students with disabilities. Emphasis on student-focused planning, student development, interagency collaboration, family involvement and program structures.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5660 .

  
  • EDSP 5670 - Teaching Social Skills to Children and Youth with Disabilities

    3 hours

    Examination of theories underlying the acquisition of social skills by children and youth with disabilities. Specific teaching strategies, materials development and program implementation will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5684 - Traumatic Brain Injury I

    3 hours

    General overview of concepts and issues related to traumatic brain injury (TBI) in children/youth. Content is designed to provide professional educators with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to proactively support students with TBI and their families. Focus is on the definition of TBI, historical perspective of brain injury, basics of typical brain functioning, types of brain injury and their effects, issues related to school re-entry, rehabilitation, family issues, and transition.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5685 - Traumatic Brain Injury II

    3 hours

    Gives students the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative team to analyze case studies, formulate school re-entry plans, and develop instructional and behavioral strategies for working with children and youth with traumatic brain injury. Included are a review of the common cognitive and psychosocial effects of traumatic brain injury, reintegration into school following the injury, individualized education planning, and transition plans for children and youth recovering from brain injury. Assessment, classroom strategies and the use of effective collaborative and teaming techniques will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5684 . Consent of department.

  
  • EDSP 5710 - Special Education Programs and Practices

    3 hours

    Presentation of special education roles, placement alternatives, legal implications, current status and trends in special education. Analysis of categories of exceptionality, characteristics and terminology.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 5730 - Educational Aspects of Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities

    3 hours

    Examination of historical, theoretical and learning of students with mild to moderate disabilities, including learning disabilities, mental retardation and emotional/behavioral disorders. A life span view of intervention models, as well as curricular adaptations across content areas is explored.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5740 - Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Reading and Language Arts for Exceptional Learners

    3 hours

    Educational strategies and interventions that promote academic performance of individuals with mild to moderate disabilities in English language arts and reading.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5750 - Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Math and Content Area Subjects for Exceptional Learners

    3 hours

    Educational strategies and interventions that promote academic performance of individuals with mild to moderate disabilities in mathematics and in content areas across a variety of settings and situations.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 5755 - Adapting Curriculum to Meet Special Learning Needs

    3 hours

    Instructional strategies and curriculum modifications for working with students with mild/moderate disabilities across educational settings. Topics include curriculum-based assessment, differentiating instruction, effective use of technology in inclusive classrooms. Students implement strategies acquired in clinical settings.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6270 - Analysis of Trends, Issues and Research in Special Education

    3 hours

    Investigation and analysis of recent trends, issues and research in special education. Emphasis on how these will affect special education programs. Special attention to competency-based programs, accountability and individualized programming.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6275 - Advanced Studies in Evidence Based Practices in High and Low Incidence Disabilities

    3 hours

    Examination of research to support evidence-based practices. Students read and critically analyze studies that form the evidence base for practices used with students with high and low incidence disabilities. Methods for designing effective instruction/interventions, principles that apply for defining current level of functioning, and monitoring learner progress are emphasized. The key outcome of this course is for future leaders in the field of special education to understand how to determine and evaluate what is evidence-based practice, and use this information in the provision of supports and services to children with disabilities and their families.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 6280 - Program Analysis in Special Education

    3 hours

    Focus is upon the role and responsibility of leadership personnel in special education and the issues and trends relative to the administration and supervision of special education programs.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6290 - Special Education and Public Policy

    3 hours

    Examination of the current social, political and economic factors influencing the public policy decisions affecting special education programs and practices. Major historical public policy decisions affecting special education are used to examine current and proposed public policy decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 6270 .

  
  • EDSP 6295 - Seminar in Professional Leadership in Special Education

    3 hours

    Designed to assist students in understanding leadership and professional development issues facing special education doctoral candidates. Topics to be explored include models of professionalism, civic and professional responsibilities, and ethical practices associated with special education and other disability-related fields. Also focuses on the responsibilities of special education professionals in higher education, district and state level administration, and community and non-profit organizations.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 6300 - Program Development for Providing Quality Services to Children and Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    From the perspective of leadership personnel, emphasis is on examining and designing components required to ensure quality services for children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders within educational and therapeutic environments. Development of formal proposals for research and practice are a part of the course.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6310 - Current Research and Best Practices in the Education and Treatment of Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Focus on the analysis of current research and best practices in the field of emotional and behavioral disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6320 - Computing Applications for Special Populations

    3 hours

    Focus on instructive and adaptive applications of computer technology to the educational and life needs of individuals with exceptional learning, cognitive and/or behavioral characteristics. Issues related to equity and accessibility are discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6325 - Advanced Studies in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders

    3 hours

    Examination of current and emerging critical issues in the field of emotional/behavioral disorders and in children’s mental health which promise to impact all aspects of service delivery to children and youth with emotional and behavioral problems.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5600 , EDSP 5620 , and consent of the instructor.

  
  • EDSP 6410 - Theoretical Issues in Learning Disabilities

    3 hours

    Analysis of the theoretical issues surrounding a life-span approach to learning disabilities. Emphasis is on the cognitive, social and neuropsychological research applicable to learning disabilities. Educational implications of the research also are addressed.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 5710 .

  
  • EDSP 6420 - Advanced Studies in Mild/Moderate Disabilities Programming

    3 hours

    In-depth exploration of the etiology and developmental characteristics of students with mild to moderate disabilities (M/MD) including those with cognitive and developmental disabilities, behavior disorders and attention deficit disorder. Focus on historical and current perspectives on educational programming for children and young adults with M/MD, as well as identifying and developing strategies for increasing access to and success in the general education curriculum and community.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 6410 .

  
  • EDSP 6430 - Literacy Research for Special Populations

    3 hours

    Advanced study and analysis of current research and practices in literacy instruction and intervention for children identified as having special instructional needs. Emphasis is on the articulation between research findings and literacy curriculum and practices in schools.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 6440 - Research Issues in Special Education

    3 hours

    Analysis of current research issues and problems unique to exceptional populations. Content includes design, methodology and statistical topics.

    Prerequisite(s): EDSP 6270 , EDSP 6310 , EDSP 6410 ; EPSY 6010  and EPSY 6210 .

  
  • EDSP 6520 - Biomedical Aspects of Autism

    3 hours

    Overview of basic human functional neuroanatomy as well as an introduction to the various research modalities being applied in biomedical studies of autism. Addresses major empirical findings from the areas of neuroanatomical, neurobehavioral, and neurochemical research as they apply to individuals with Autism in addition to other non-neurologic medical findings.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 6530 - Advanced Studies in Autism

    3 hours

    Designed to review existing interventions for instructing students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to determine if they meet the criteria for evidence-based practice (EBP). Procedures for determining EBP in autism spectrum disorders are discussed in relation to various interventions for addressing the core deficit areas of ASD. Maximum focus is on critically evaluating the research literature to identify EBP and their application in public school classrooms (i.e., bridging the research-to-practice gap).

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • EDSP 6540 - Evaluation of Autism Programs

    3 hours

    The purpose of this course is threefold: (1) to identify components of high-quality special education and autism programs; (2) to become familiar with ways in which the effectiveness of special education programs should be evaluated; and (3) to learn how to implement key aspects of the Empowerment Evaluation Model of program evaluation. These three purposes are inseparable and intertwined, and thus, receive equitable, ongoing attention throughout the semester in assigned readings, in-class discussions, and course activities.

    Prerequisite(s): EPSY 6122 .


Speech and Hearing Sciences

  
  • SPHS 5060 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

    1–3 hours

    Diagnostic and management experiences in a variety of clinical settings. Requirements: the first enrollment for students with no previous clinical practicum in the UNT Speech and Hearing Center must be in a fall or spring term/semester; a 3.0 GPA must be maintained in department graduate courses for subsequent enrollments. Students who enter the program with inadequate preparation for graduate clinical practicum will be required to gain experience in a SPHS 4060 enrollment.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to a graduate degree program in speech and hearing sciences.

    Pass/no pass only.
  
  • SPHS 5065 - Clinical Externship in Speech-Language Pathology

    1–6 hours

    Advanced clinical practicum. Enrollment in external practicum sites during the last semester of the SLP graduate program.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 5060 . Enrollment in master’s program of speech-language pathology.

    Pass/No Pass only.
  
  • SPHS 5070 - Clinical Management in Communication Disorders

    1 hour

    Provides information on therapeutic management, opportunities for student to develop professional competence and skills through case staffings, interdisciplinary interactions and discussion of current trends and issues.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Corequisite(s): SPHS 5060 

  
  • SPHS 5500 - Medical Aspects of Speech-Language Pathology I

    3 hours

    Normal and pathological anatomy and physiology of deglutition; etiology and characteristics of swallowing disorders; methods of evaluation and management of dysphagia in adults and children.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 4050 or consent of instructor.

  
  • SPHS 5510 - Medical Aspects of Speech-Language Pathology II

    3 hours

    Pathological anatomy and physiology of head and neck; etiology and characteristics of speech and voice disorders resulting from genetic conditions or cancer of head and neck; methods of evaluation and management.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 4050 or consent of instructor.

  
  • SPHS 5755 - Neuromotor Speech Disorders

    3 hours

    Study of neurologically based communication disorders such as cerebral palsy, dysarthria, apraxia and demyelinization.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5775 - Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology

    3 hours

    Basic statistical measures, hypothesis formation, models, theories, experimental protocols, and designs in speech, language and hearing research.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum of three prior/present enrollments in SPHS 5060  or consent of instructor.

  
  • SPHS 5780 - Diagnostics Speech Pathology

    3 hours

    Philosophical and practical considerations of the diagnostic process: current principles, methods, techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5800 - Fluency Disorders

    3 hours

    Theories of stuttering and allied disorders of rhythm, rate and fluency. Principles, methods and techniques of evaluation and management.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5810 - Voice Disorders

    3 hours

    Principles, methods and techniques of evaluation and management of voice disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5820 - Language Development

    3 hours

    Stages of normal language acquisition in children, with consideration of current psycholinguistic theory and research issues.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5825 - Phonologic and Phonetic Disorders

    3 hours

    Study of literature concerning normal aspects of phonological acquisition as well as assessment and treatment issues in regard to articulatory and phonologic disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5830 - Language Disorders I

    3 hours

    Principles, methods and techniques of evaluation and management of acquired and developmental language disorders in children from birth through five years.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 3035 and SPHS 4040, or equivalents.

  
  • SPHS 5835 - Language Disorders II

    3 hours

    Principles, methods and techniques of evaluation and management of acquired and developmental language disorders of school age children.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5840 - Language Disorders III

    3 hours

    Principles, methods and techniques of evaluation and management of adults with acquired disorders such as aphasia, dementia, closed head injury, geriatric conditions and residual effects of developmental disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 3035 and SPHS 4040, or equivalent.

  
  • SPHS 5870 - Seminar in Speech-Language Pathology

    1–4 hours

    Consideration of current research, clinical or professional trends and issues in speech-language pathology.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
  
  • SPHS 5900 - Special Problems

    1–3 hours

    For students capable of developing a problem independently through conferences and activities directed by the instructor. Problem chosen by the student with the consent of the instructor. A written description of the proposed special problem signed by the student and the instructor must be filed in the department office prior to enrollment.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5920 - Research Problems in Lieu of Thesis

    1–3 hours

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 5950 - Master’s Thesis

    3 or 6 hours

    To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • SPHS 6010 - Clinical Observation in Audiology

    2 hours

    Directed observation in the audiology clinic. Development of clinical observation skills, interview techniques, case history follow-up, assistance with record-keeping. Includes observation in a variety of external audiology practicum sites.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6020 - Clinical Audiology Clerkship

    2–4 hours.

    Observation of the work of experienced clinicians in a variety of specialty areas; specifically audiological assessment, counseling, geriatric audiology, electrophysiological evaluation, hearing aids and rehabilitative audiology. Supervised client care in the UNT Speech and Hearing Center.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6010 .

  
  • SPHS 6060 - Audiology Internship

    2–4 hours.

    Includes Internships I, II and III. Supervised client care in the UNT Speech and Hearing Center as well as a variety of external practicum sites.

    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Audiology degree program and SPHS 6020 .

    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • SPHS 6070 - Clinical Management of Audiological Services

    2–4 hours.

    Information on diagnostic and therapeutic management; opportunities for student to develop professional competence and skill through lab exercises, case staffings, interdisciplinary interactions and discussions of current trends and issues.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6090 - Clinical Residence in Audiology

    3, 6 or 9 hours

    Advanced full-time clinical practicum in an external practicum site during the fourth year of the AuD program. May involve relocation or travel.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all academic and clinic course requirements.

    May be repeated for credit. Students are required to take a total of 24 semester credit hours.
  
  • SPHS 6200 - Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of the Auditory and Vestibular System

    3 hours

    Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the hearing and balance systems. Emphasis on both afferent and efferent systems.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 3025 and SPHS 4050 or consent of instructor.

  
  • SPHS 6650 - Audiologic Assessment

    3 hours

    Fundamental principles and clinical application of pure tone and speech audiometry.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6660 - Hearing Science

    4 hours

    Physical and psychological aspects of audition.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6670 - Medical Audiology

    3 hours

    Functional anatomy, physiology and neurology of the hearing mechanism as applied to various pathologies and their otological management.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6200 .

  
  • SPHS 6680 - Pediatric Audiology

    3 hours

    Evaluation and management of hearing-impaired children.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650  or equivalent.

  
  • SPHS 6690 - Hearing Aids I

    4 hours

    Physical characteristics and clinical aspects of auditory amplification for the hearing impaired.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650 , SPHS 6660 , or equivalents.

  
  • SPHS 6695 - Hearing Aids II: Strategies for Selecting and Fitting Hearing Aids

    3 hours

    Strategies for selection and fitting of hearing aids and assistive listening devices. Special emphasis on fitting of programmable and digital instruments including real-ear measurement and computerized fitting techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6690  or equivalent.

  
  • SPHS 6700 - Rehabilitative Audiology: Children

    3 hours

    Management of infants and children with hearing loss. Includes procedures for management, amplification considerations, treatment methodologies, strategies for speech and language skills assessment, and educational options.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6710 - Occupational and Environmental Hearing Conservation/Instrumentation in Audiology

    3 hours

    Covers the effects of noise exposure on occupational/recreational audiology; describes the federal and state standards of a hearing conservation program. Also covers matters that facilitate understanding, proper utilization of and maintenance of essential instrumentation in clinical practice.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650 , SPHS 6660 , or equivalent.

  
  • SPHS 6730 - Seminar in Audiology

    1–3 hours

    Consideration of current research, clinical or professional trends, and issues in audiology.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650 .

    May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
  
  • SPHS 6750 - Advanced Audiologic Assessment

    3 hours

    Application of pure tone, speech audiometry and electrophysiological measures to complex auditory problems.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650 , SPHS 6700 , or equivalents.

  
  • SPHS 6770 - Electrophysiologic Assessment I

    3 hours

    Consideration of electrical potentials in the cochlea; electrical activity in the auditory nerve and brain stem; methodological considerations in studies of human evoked potentials; normal and abnormal cochlear, auditory nerve and brain stem responses. Otoacoustics emissions evoked and emitted and their clinical applications.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650 .

  
  • SPHS 6780 - Electrophysiologic Assessment II

    3 hours

    Applied electrophysiologic methods and techniques of evaluation of the auditory system using evoked potentials and otoacoustic emissions.

    Prerequisite(s): SPHS 6650  and SPHS 6670 .

  
  • SPHS 6800 - Rehabilitative Audiology: Adults

    3 hours

    Rehabilitative management of the adult with hearing impairment. The rehabilitative process is examined from various parameters that affect it. Emphasis is on the assessment of communication function and appropriate remediation strategies specific to adults.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • SPHS 6990 - Research Project

    3 hours

    Faculty-directed research project that may be a prospective study of a selected aspect of auditory evaluation or rehabilitation, a retrospective analysis of existing audiologic databases, a historical survey of a particular problem area, or a feasibility study of an existing or proposed evaluation or intervention technique.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2317 or MATH 1680 or equivalent and SPHS 5775 .

    May be repeated for credit.

Studio Art

  
  • ASTU 5000 - Topics in Studio Art

    3 hours (2;4)

    Variable topics course designed to explore concepts and processes in art-making that go beyond the normal curricular parameters of traditional studio disciplines.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

    May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
  
  • ASTU 5010 - Professional Practices of the Studio Artist

    3 hours (2;4)

    Study of theoretical and practical aspects of succeeding as a practicing artist outside the academy. Survey of the protocols and common practices expected of the artist as a productive member of the business community wherein fine art is the commodity.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • ASTU 5015 - Creative Project

    3 hours (2;4)

    Research and practice dealing with significant problems in the field of art.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

    Should be taken with major professor.
  
  • ASTU 5020 - MFA Exhibition

    3 hours (0;6)

    Professional practice in the planning and staging of an exhibition of creative works as a culmination of visual research.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

    Should be taken with major professor.
  
  • ASTU 5045 - Digital Fabrication

    3 hours (0;6)

    Digital fabrication (the use of computer-controlled machines to create physical objects) is now easily accessible to individuals and is a rapidly growing field with tremendous entrepreneurial opportunities. Designed for graduate students of CVAD, emphasizes both the creative production of each individual student as well as the applicable processes of digital fabrication. Instruction on the basics of 2D and 3D object making and participation in group analysis of completed objects. Utilizes the traditional methods of the project-based studio course and adapts them to the online learning environment. By thoroughly documenting each project and uploading those images, students receive constructive criticism, both from the instructor as well as from their peer group.

    Prerequisite(s): Must be a current graduate student of any area in the College of Visual Arts and Design.

  
  • ASTU 5050 - Ceramics Studio

    3 hours (2;4)

    For students qualified to develop professional competence in special areas of studio work.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of art in the selected area and consent of college.

    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • ASTU 5120 - Fibers: Mixed Media

    3 hours (0:6)

    For students qualified to develop professional competence in special areas of studio work.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of art in the selected area and consent of college.

    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • ASTU 5130 - Fibers: Weaving Studio

    3 hours (2;4)

    For students qualified to develop professional competence in special areas of studio work.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of art in the selected area and consent of college.

    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • ASTU 5150 - Metalworking and Jewelry Studio

    3 hours (2;4)

    For students qualified to develop professional competence in special areas of studio work.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of art in the selected area and consent of college.

    May be repeated for credit.
 

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