COSD 316
HEARING SCIENCE
- Catalog Entry
COSD 316. Hearing Science
Three hours lecture (3).
Prerequisites: Junior Standing or permission of instructor
Introduction to the study of the physics of sound, anatomy
and physiology of the auditory system, and psychoacoustics.
- Detailed Description of Course
Introduction to the study of the physics of sound, anatomy
and physiology of the auditory system, and psychoacoustics.
- Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
The major purpose of this course is to acquaint students with
the scientific and physical nature of sound. Lectures provide
facts and theory on acoustics, auditory and speech perception.
The demonstrations provide experience with applied technology
as it relates to the hearing sciences.
The following topics are covered in the course:
1. Acoustics
2. Anatomy of the auditory system
3. Physiology of the auditory system
4. Basic Electrical Components of Hearing Aid Circuitry and
Safety
5. Psychoacoustics
- Goals and Objectives of the Course
The goals and objectives for the course are for students:
1. to define basic acoustical concepts
2. to demonstrate an understanding of anatomy of the auditory
system
3. to demonstrate an understanding of physiology of the auditory
system
4. to describe basic psychoacoustics
5. to define basic electrical components of hearing aid circuitry
and electrical safety procedures
- Assessment Measures
Student performance may be assessed on a variety of tasks,
including traditional essay and objective examinations that
cover readings and lecture material, course projects, and class
demonstrations.
- Other Course Information
None
- REVIEW AND APPROVAL
Date Action Approval
January 2003 Course Approved by COSD Raymond Linville, Ph.D.,
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