Fall 2009.
Instructor: Patrick McCaffrey, Ph. D., Professor
Office hours: MW 8:30-9 A.M. MW 11-12 A.M. and 2-3 P.M. in AJH 112C
Telephone: 530-898-6394
Text: Ferrand, C., and Bloom, R., Introduction to Organic and Neurogenic Disorders of Communication: Current Scope of Practice
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a basic and clinical understanding of the organic and neurogenic disorders of communication, and with the bases of remediation. Make sure you have the prerequisites or equivalent, especially CMSD 320 and CMSD 331.
The student will be able to on a basic level:
These learning goals/outcomes are in line with the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) standards III-B, III-C, III-D, III F and IV G.
Course Outline
1. Multi-handicapped individuals (includes neurologically handicapped) with speech and language disorders.
2. Cerebral palsy.
3. Neurological disorders of articulation--apraxia, dysarthria
4. Aphasia
5. Right hemisphere syndrome and split brain studies
6. Organic disorders of voice: congenital disorders, laryngectomy, paralysis, nodules, polyps, contact ulcers, etc.
7. Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
Three examinations, one hour each, based on lectures and assigned readings as well as class discussions and writing assignments.
Add/Drop Policy:
The policy will be congruent with the University catalogue. Students may add or drop courses or change grade options without restriction or penalty and without instructor approval during the first two weeks of the semester using the Portal or, where necessary, by submitting a Change Of Program (COP) form.
Final exam: Wednesday 10-11:50 A.M.
Note: If, due to a disability, you have special needs in terms of taking exams, please see me in my office during the first two weeks of class.
In addition, please don't cheat, when you do you betray yourself.
Last maintained: 8/11/2009