Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

May be repeated indefinitely.

An introductory course in American Sign Language (ASL), the native language of the Deaf community in America, this course lays a foundation for effective, respectful participation in a culturally and linguistically diverse society. The course will employ an immersion approach to develop basic skills in conversational ASL and fingerspelling, as well as an appreciation of the basic grammatical principles of ASP, the historical and cultural background of the language, linguistic and ethical principles related to the use of ASL, and the role of Deaf culture in society.

An intermediate level course in American Sign Language (ASL), the native language of the Deaf community in America, this course will use an immersion approach to develop skills in conversational ASL and fingerspelling, as well as an appreciation of the grammatical principles of ASL, the historical and cultural background of the language, linguistic and ethical principles related to use of ASL, appropriate use of interpreters, and the role of the Deaf culture in society.

Investigation of the physiological and acoustic bases of speech and hearing; the physics of sound and the scientific bases of human speech production. Students will have exposure to instrumentation designed to increase understanding of human communication. This course is a Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement (GCCR) course in certain programs, and hence is not likely to be eligible for automatic transfer credit to UK.

An introduction to the normal development of language in individuals from birth to advanced age. Topics include theories of language acquisition; prelinguistic development; development in each of the language domains (phonology, semantics, morphology and syntax, and pragmatics); the relationships between oral language, written language, and academic prograss; and cultural differences.

This course is designed to build receptive and expressive language abilities in American Sign Language (ASL). You will learn to translate and produce narrative language. Instruction includes an advanced level vocabulary, the structure of the language, as well as an expanded exposure to the history and culture of Deaf people. ASL III is taught solely in ASL by an instructor who only uses ASL to communicate. You will not be allowed to use your voice in this class at all. The American Sign Language Teaching Association (ASLTA) recommended curriculum will be followed.

The general purpose or this course is to provide a competency-based experience in the clinical laboratory designed to orient the student to the professional activities in speech-language pathology. Clinical observations and shadowing, readings, in-class activities, and independent projects will focus on reflective decision making in professional activities.

Introduction to the principles, techniques, and tools used to develop and implement a diagnostic protocol.