PHYS 357 - The Science of Speech and Hearing

Units: 3

Provides a foundation in the science of sound as applied to speech and hearing with application in the field of communicative disorders. Students learn the fundamental science of the production and perception of sound. The physical and physiological aspects of speech and its measurement are reviewed. Normal physical processes and principles serve as a framework for understanding abnormal functioning. Clinical applications are used to demonstrate the importance of the science of sound to the clinician. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PHYS 356 . Cross-listed: PHYS 357 and SLP 357 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the Lower-Division General Education requirement in mathematics/quantitative reasoning (B4).

Satisfies GE area: BB