Principles of speech sound production, their acoustic correlates, and their perception. Instruction in the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet is included with application to communication disorders. Anatomy and physiology of the auditory mechanism and the nature, measurement, and psychoacoustics of sound. Cultural impacts on language development and usage are discussed. The anatomical and physiological bases of speech.
Emphasis is placed on respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation, and deglutition.
A study of disorders of articulation and phonology in children and adults including characteristics, causes, and procedures for diagnosis and treatment. Theoretical foundations, diagnosis, and intervention for language impairments in pre-school populations. Multicultural issues related to language disorders in this population are discussed. Preparation of diagnostic reports, treatment plans, and other written documentation of client performance and progress. The treatment sequence, ethical decision making, universal precautions for infection prevention, and the tam approach to treatment are also discussed.