Timeroom: Fall 2017

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 401 (01) - American Sign Language I

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 20
CRN: 12028

This course provides an introduction to the vocabulary, finger spelling, grammar, phonology, syntax and semantics of American Sign Language. Emphasis is on applying language-learning principles through discourse. Introduction to Deaf Culture and its community will be explored. This course is taught in a language-immersion environment and taught primarily in ASL. One-hour lab required per week in conjunction with course. 4 credits and meets the language requirement for some majors.

(COMM 401.04) Meets face to face MWF 9:10-10 and requires an additional 1 hour, online ASL lab per week. Students do not need to sign up for a separate lab section.

Instructors: Donna Schefer

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	MWF	9:10am - 10:00am	Nesmith 110

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 401 (02) - American Sign Language I

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 20
CRN: 12029

(COMM 401.05) Meets face to face MWF 10:10-11am and requires an additional one hour, online, ASL lab per week. Students do not need to sign up for a separate lab section.

Instructors: Donna Schefer

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	MWF	10:10am - 11:00am	Nesmith 110

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 402 (01) - American Sign Language II

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 20
CRN: 17044

This course is a continuation of ASL I with an emphasis on the advanced linguistic principles of ASL including vocabulary, grammar, the non-manual signals of ASL such as facial expression and shoulder shifting. Improvement of speed and accuracy in receptive and expressive skills are stressed. Assignments in and outside the classroom assist the student in learning about the Deaf community and culture. This course is taught in a language-immersion environment and taught primarily in ASL. One-hour lab required per week in conjunction with this course. For the online version of this course the lab component is completed on-line.. 4 credits and meets the language requirement for some majors. Prereq: COMM 401.

(COMM 402.01) Meets face to face MWF 11:10am-12:00pm and requires an additional 1 hour, online, ASL lab per week. Students do not need to register for a separate lab section.

Instructors: Donna Schefer

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	MWF	11:10am - 12:00pm	Pettee Hall 114

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 420 (01) - Survey of Communication Disorders

Survey Communication Disorders

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 50
CRN: 17135

The use of language to communicate is a uniquely human capability. Language is part of our cultural identities and can be expressed through many modalities such as speech, sign, and writing. Disorders of communication have profound effects on an individual?s ability to function and impact family, friends, learning and professional choices. It has been said that ?life without communication is scarcely better than death.? This course provides an overview of human communication disorders across the life span. The course includes information about the various types of communication disorders and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Instructors: Allan Smith

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	TR	8:10am - 9:30am	Hamilton Smith G34

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 521 (01) - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanisms

Anat&Phys Speech&Hear Mechansm

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 50
CRN: 10306

Anatomy, physiology, neurology, and function of the mechanisms for the production and perception of speech.

Instructors: Steven Bornstein

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	TR	8:10am - 9:30am	Spaulding Life Science G26

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 524 (01) - Clinical Phonetics

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 35
CRN: 10591

Application of the International Phonetic Alphabet to normal and clinical populations; use of broad and narrow transcriptions. Basic speech science, acoustic phonetics, and acoustic analysis of speech production.

Only listed majors in section: COMM SCI DIS

Instructors: Allan Smith

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	TR	12:40pm - 2:00pm	New Hampshire Hall G37

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 575 (01) - Have You Heard? The Fundamentals of Hearing and Hearing Loss

Fundamentals of Hearing Loss

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 40
CRN: 14109

This course will provide an overview of hearing loss including current issues and technology. Areas of study will focus on the incidence of hearing loss, terminology and definitions, service delivery models, educational trends, accessibility regulations and the impact of noise. Information about the various professionals, who work with individuals with hearing loss, and their respective roles, will also be provided. This 4 credit course is open to all undergraduates and it has no prerequisites.

Instructors: Mary Jane Sullivan

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	TR	8:10am - 9:30am	Pettee Hall 106

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 622 (01) - Acquisition of Language

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 35
CRN: 17356

Introduction to normal language acquisition; stages of children's developing language examined within a linguistic framework with attention paid to syntax, morphology, phonology, semantics, and pragmatics. Theories of language acquisition overviewed.

Instructors: Jill Thorson

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	MWF	1:10pm - 2:00pm	Pettee Hall 114

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 630 (01) - Organic Pathologies

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 60
CRN: 15372

Neurological bases, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders; emphasis on motor speech disorders and aphasia.

Instructors: Amy Ramage

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	MW	12:40pm - 2:00pm	DeMeritt 240

Durham Health & Human Services > Communication Sci&Disorders

COMM 635 (01) - Senior Capstone: Professional Issues in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Senior Capstone: Prof. Issues

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2017 - Full Term (08/28/2017 - 12/08/2017)

Class Size: 20
CRN: 12752

Introduction to the profession of speech-language pathology; review of issues related to scope of practice; professional ethics, certification/licensure, and current challenges facing the profession. Discussion of employment opportunities for speech-language pathologists. Seniors only. Writing intensive.

(COMM 635.01) You must have SENIOR standing at the start of this course.

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Only listed majors in section: COMM SCI DIS

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Amy Plante

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2017	12/8/2017	TR	9:40am - 11:00am	Hewitt 139