SLHS 2530 - Speech and Hearing Science

3(2 5 + 1)

Prerequisite: SPE 1010 or Permission of instructor

This course introduces acoustics of speech reception within the auditory system and acoustics of speech production within the vocal tract. A number of disorders interfering with normal sound transmission are introduced. Students learn about speech and hearing professionals, current technology for assessment and intervention, and strategies to enhance reception and production of acoustic energy.