| |
| |
-
CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry I Lab
Introduction to modern organic laboratory with emphasis on techniques of separation and purification including gas chromatography, distillation, extraction, and thin layer chromatography. Introduction to simple preparative experiments.
Prerequisite: CHEM 329 - Organic Chemistry I .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with CHEM 329.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHEM 331 - Organic Chemistry II
Continuation of CHEM 329 - Organic Chemistry I with emphasis on increasing the scope of the student’s organic knowledge. Aromatic chemistry, ketones, acids, acid derivatives, amines, polyfunctional groups, sugars, amino acids, proteins, and mechanisms of reactions. Examples from physiology are used.
Prerequisite: CHEM 329 - Organic Chemistry I .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with CHEM 332 or CHEM 333.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHEM 332 - Organic Chemistry II Lab
Exploratory mechanistic and synthetic chemistry based on NMR and IR spectroscopy and modern synthetic methods.
Prerequisites: CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry I Lab and CHEM 331 - Organic Chemistry II .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with CHEM 331.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHEM 333 - Organic Chemistry Lab
Introduction to modern organic laboratory with initial emphasis on techniques of separation, purification, and qualitative identification, including crystallization, distillation, extraction, and gas and the thin layer chromatography, etc. Simple preparative experiments followed by multi-step syntheses. Exploratory mechanistic chemistry based on modern techniques such as NMR and IR spectroscopy. This course is equivalent to the combination of CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry I Lab and CHEM 332 - Organic Chemistry II Lab .
Prerequisite: CHEM 329 - Organic Chemistry I and pre- or co-requisite: CHEM 331 - Organic Chemistry II .
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with CHEM 329 or CHEM 331.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHEM 335 - Biochemistry I: Structure and Function
This course provides the student with an introduction to biochemical compounds. Students gain an in-depth understanding of modern biochemical techniques and how they can be used to probe structure and function of nucleic acids and proteins.
Prerequisites: CHEM 331 - Organic Chemistry II or CHEM 320 - Foundations of Organic Chemistry .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholars Course
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHEM 345 - Junior Chemistry Seminar
An introduction to chemical literature, online searching, and assimilation of chemical information. These foci are synthesized into a professional presentation given over a topic in chemistry, chosen and researched by the student.
Prerequisite: CHEM 245 - Sophomore Chemistry Seminar .
Credits: 1
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHEM 350 - Analytical Chemistry for the Life Sciences
An introduction to the use of quantitative and instrumental methods of chemical analysis as applied to the life sciences. Topics explored in lecture and/or laboratory include measurement techniques, data treatment, equilibrium, titrations, acid/base chemistry and buffers, electrochemistry, analytical separations (chromatography and electrophoresis), analytical spectroscopy (atomic, UV-Visible, Fluorescence) and mass spectrometry (GC-MS and large molecule MS). May not be used as part of a Chemistry Major but may be used as part of a Chemistry Minor in place of Quantitative Analysis (CHEM 222). Chemistry major MAY NOT enroll.
Prerequisites: CHEM 131 - Chemical Principles II with a grade of C or higher; STAT 190 - Basic Statistics or STAT 290 - Statistics with a grade of C or higher or instructor approval.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
*** This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
**** The SAM Chemistry Lab Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHEM 360 - Scientific Publishing
History, protocol, process, and problems of written communications in scientific communities are presented in the context of a practicum experience in which students prepare a manuscript for publication in the technical literature. Topics covered include peer review, status-quality synergisms, editor-author interactions, citation development, legal implications of copyright and plagiarism, professional issues in technical journalism, and the impact of misconduct in science on the integrity of scientific publishing.
Prerequisites: ENG 190 - Writing as Critical Thinking , CHEM 222 - Introduction to Quantitative Analysis , and Department Chair’s permission.
Credits: 3
|
| |
-
CHEM 391 - Internship for Chemistry Majors
On-the-job-training in a chemistry field to complement the student’s academic education. These credits are only elective credit. Only with prior Chemistry faculty approval is three credits of CHEM 391 and CHEM 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship allowed for Advanced Chemistry Credit.
Credits: 4 to 12
|
| |
-
CHEM 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship
Encompassing research, analysis, and evaluation of internship experience. These credits are only elective credit. Only with prior Chemistry faculty approval is three credits of CHEM 391 - Internship for Chemistry Majors and CHEM 392 allowed for Advanced Chemistry Elective Credit. See listed criteria for CHEM 443 - Chemistry Research III .
Credits: 1 to 3
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
-
CHEM 431 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry
In-depth study of advanced methods in analytical chemistry. Based on recent scientific literature.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CHEM 322 - Instrumental Analysis .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHEM 435 - Biochemistry II: Metabolism
The primary emphasis of this course is to introduce the major and minor biochemistry metabolic pathways. Both introductory and advanced membrane transport mechanisms are examined. Both degradation and synthetic pathways are discussed in detail including structure, regulation, thermodynamics and mechanism.
Prerequisite: CHEM 335 - Biochemistry I: Structure and Function .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
Note:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHEM 441 - Chemistry Research I
Individual study and laboratory research under the direction of a member of the Chemistry faculty. May be repeated for up to four credits.
Prerequisite: 20 chemistry credits.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CHEM 443 - Chemistry Research III
Students conduct advanced research under the guidance of a faculty member. Students at this level write a research proposal and a final paper (see http://chem.truman.edu for guidelines). Enrollment is not issued until the research proposal has been approved. The final draft of the report must be submitted to the research mentor and Department Chair before final grade assignment.
Corequisite or prerequisite: CHEM 325 - Physical Chemistry II and CHEM 326 - Physical Chemistry II Laboratory and approval of proposal by the Chemistry Department.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
|
| |
-
CHEM 444 - Independent Studies (Topic)
This course provides flexibility for students who are in need of or desire special coursework. May be repeated for up to three credits.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
|
| |
-
CHEM 445 - Senior Chemistry Seminar
Senior Seminar coordinates the transition of the graduating chemistry major to the next goal, whether professional employment or graduate school. The seminar assists the student in preparing for senior exams, developing a résumé and interview skills, setting long-range career goals, and applying to graduate school.
Credits: 1
When Offered: (offered fall only)
|
| |
-
CHEM 473 - Inorganic Chemistry
Inorganic chemistry topics focusing on the relationship between structure, bonding and chemical reactivity. Topics include group theory, bonding models, compound stability, spectroscopy of coordination compounds and other current topics in inorganic chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 323 - Physical Chemistry I with a grade of C, or better, and CHEM 325 - Physical Chemistry II with a grade of C, or better.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CHEM 476 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Considers recent advances in modern inorganic chemistry based on the current literature through extensive student contributions via oral and written components. Topics may include advanced spectroscopy, organometallics, bioinorganic chemistry and supramolecular chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 473 - Inorganic Chemistry .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CHEM 518G - Advanced Topics (Topic)
An in-depth study of selected chemistry topics presented under formal classroom or laboratory organization. Not intended for individualized study.
Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission.
Credits: 1 to 4 (each topic)
|
| |
-
CHEM 620G - Fundamental Processes in Chemistry I
An in-depth study of selected topics in chemistry. Subject material varies according to the preparation of the students.
Credits: 3
|
| |
-
CHEM 621G - Fundamental Processes in Chemistry II
Demonstration of chemical principles and student experiments used in beginning chemistry courses. Writing new laboratory materials and preparing new instructional aids.
Credits: 3
|
| |
-
CHEM 640G - Philosophy of Science Research
Historical, descriptive, experimental and philosophical views of scientific research and research techniques are presented.
Credits: 3
|
| |
-
CHI 401 - Chile Study Abroad: Globalization and Culture Change
This course will give students on-site immersion into the culture of southern Chile’s Archipelago of Chiloé. Once a semi-isolated rural province, Chiloé today is one of the world’s leading exporters of farmed salmon and a significant draw for tourists. Students will explore this recent cultural and economic shift by participating in homestays with rural families and carrying out participant observation fieldwork.
Prerequisites: SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I or equivalent (equivalency to be determined by course instructor).
Credits: 5
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** The Study Abroad Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHIN 112 - Elementary Chinese I
An introduction to the Chinese language including pronunciation, vocabulary, simplified writing form, and basic sentence structures. Attention is given to the philosophy and logic of individual characters and grammatical constructions. Students also engage in conversation. Four classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Successful completion of CHIN 112 and the continuing course CHIN 113 fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHIN 113 - Elementary Chinese II
Continuation and further development of basic skills introduced in CHIN 112 - Elementary Chinese I . Oral-aural skills are reinforced through conversation in class and in peer learning sessions. Four classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Prerequisite: CHIN 112 - Elementary Chinese I .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Successful completion of CHIN 113 fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHIN 212 - Intermediate Chinese I
A continuation at the intermediate level of the principles of instruction established in CHIN 112 - Elementary Chinese I and CHIN 113 - Elementary Chinese II . Additional grammatical constructions are presented as a basis for increasingly complex written and oral communication; a focus on accurate pronunciation is maintained through regular oral-aural practice. Three classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Prerequisite: CHIN 113 - Elementary Chinese II .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHIN 213 - Intermediate Chinese II
A continuation of CHIN 212 - Intermediate Chinese I . More complex grammatical constructions and sentence patterns are introduced and incorporated into written composition and conversation. The skills of speaking and aural comprehension are further developed through intense practice. Three classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Prerequisite: CHIN 212 - Intermediate Chinese I .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CHIN 311 - Chinese Culture
This course is an introduction to Chinese culture through the study of three basic forms of Chinese philosophy (Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism) and their influence on the individual and on society as manifested in the art, literature, and politics of China from ancient times to the present. Several of the more common Chinese customs and festivals are also studied.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHIN 312 - Third-Year Chinese I
Instruction in the Chinese language at the third year level. Intense training in listening and speaking along with further development of writing skills through compositions and essays, translation of idiom stories, and study of Chinese poetry. Three classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Prerequisite: CHIN 213 - Intermediate Chinese II .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHIN 313 - Third-Year Chinese II
A continuation of CHIN 312 - Third-Year Chinese I . Further development of oral-aural proficiency and written communication, with a focus on acquisition of vocabulary and idioms. Three classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.
Prerequisite: CHIN 312 - Third-Year Chinese I .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CHN 320 - Discover China
Discover China is a six-credit study abroad course. It explores five thousand years of Chinese history through visiting important historical sites located in the ancient capital cities and cultural centers of Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Wuzhen, taking a cruise along the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, and experiencing the modern rhythms of China. Students are expected to grasp the enduring Chinese history within its aesthetic, archaeological, cultural, ecological, economic, historical, military, religious, and social context.
Credits: 6
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CHN 330 - Issues in International Education China: Education among the Hakka in Southeast China
Designed to provide students an intercultural confrontation with some of the complex global challenges, trends and issues influencing education and learning in China, the course has a service learning component. Each section of the course is specifically written to focus on the history, culture, and educational issues in the country and/or region that is the site of the course section. Students do service learning in the area schools, volunteering to assist teachers, and interacting one-on-one with school children and adolescents, with teachers, and with community members.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (May or December Interim)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program
|
| |
-
CHN 530G - Issues in International Education China: Education among the Hakka in Southeast China
Designed to provide students an intercultural confrontation with some of the complex global challenges, trends and issues influencing education and learning in China, the course has a service learning component. Each section of the course is specifically written to focus on the history, culture, and educational issues in the country and/or region that is the site of the course section. Students do service learning in the area schools, volunteering to assist teachers, and interacting one-on-one with school children and adolescents, with teachers, and with community members.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (May or December Interim)
|
| |
-
CHN 550 - EFL Internship: Teaching Conversational English as a Foreign Language in China
A 12 week practicum in teach EFL (English as a foreign language) in China. Truman students serve as EFL Interns at Shuizhai Middle School in Guangdong Province, China. EFL interns also teach at the elementary school in Dai Jin (village).
Prerequisite: Intermediate proficiency in a second language and ED 549 - Pre-Service EFL Methods for Teaching Conversational English in China .
Credits: 12
|
| |
-
CHN 550G - EFL Internship: Teaching Conversational English as a Foreign Language in China
A 12 week practicum in teaching EFL (English as a foreign language) in China. Truman students serve as EFL Interns at Shuizhai Middle School in Guangdong Province, China. EFL interns also teach at the elementary school in Dai Jin (village).
Prerequisite: Intermediate proficiency in a second language and ED 549G - Pre-Service EFL Methods for Teaching Conversational English in China .
Credits: 12
|
| |
-
CLAS 205 - Topics in Classical Culture
An introduction to ancient Greek and/or Roman culture through the investigation of a particular topic (e.g. animals in the ancient world; the City Dionysia; agriculture, food, and dining). Students will consider primary evidence on this topic from the Greek and Roman world (ancient Mediterranean) and lengthy time period (circa 800 BCE - 500 CE). They will take a multi-disciplinary approach as they learn to think critically about ancient views on the particular topic, observe the diverse perspectives and experiences of members of the same region or era, and develop an awareness of the complexities of classical culture.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** This is a writing-enhanced course.
|
| |
-
CLAS 261 - Greek Literature in Translation
A survey of prominent Greek authors of the Archaic and Classical periods. Students read and discuss representative selections of genres such as epic, lyric poetry, tragedy, comedy, and philosophy. All readings are in English translation.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CLAS 262 - Roman Literature in Translation
A survey of prominent Roman authors of the Republic and early Empire. Students read and discuss representative selections of genres such as epic, lyric poetry, tragedy, comedy, and philosophy. All readings are in English translation.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CLAS 342 - Greek Civilization
An overview of ancient Greek civilization from the eighth century BC through the Hellenistic period. Students will examine and discuss the cultural and intellectual achievements of the ancient Greek civilization, the values of its cultures in relation to their political and social structures, and their interactions with other cultures within and without their boundaries.
Credits: 3
Note:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
|
| |
-
CLAS 352 - Roman Civilization
An overview of Roman civilization. Students will examine and discuss the cultural and intellectual achievements of Roman civilization, the values of its culture in relation to its political and social structures, and its interactions with other cultures within and without its boundaries.
Credits: 3
Note:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
|
| |
-
CLAS 361 - Greek and Roman Mythology
A study of the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, primarily as expressed in the literature and the visual arts of the period, with attention also given to ancient and modern interpretations of classical myths.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CLAS 363 - Women and Gender in Antiquity
An examination of the causes and consequences of gender distinctions in Greek and Roman antiquity - especially insofar as these distinctions affected both the status and the representation of women and other cultural minorities.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
|
| |
-
CLAS 461 - Capstone Experience
An intensive study of advanced topics in Classical Studies. Students research, write, revise, and present a substantial research project in oral and written form. Students engage in peer review of others’ work. They also reflect on their experience as Classics Majors and engage in a process of self-conscious preparation for their future paths.
Prerequisite: Senior classics major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I
Observation of speech, language, and hearing screening, evaluation, and therapy conducted in the Truman State University Speech & Hearing Clinic. Course completion requires fifteen (15) hours of observation. Course is graded Pass/Fail. Typically taken first semester freshman year.
Prerequisite: CMDS major. Co-requisite: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders .
Credits: 0.5
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders
The review of normal speech, language, and hearing development and acquired disorders of speech and language in children and adults is discussed. Theories of etiology and examples of traditional intervention strategies are introduced for each disorder addressed. In addition, the potential impact of speech or language impairment on the social, emotional, and vocational aspects of a person’s lifespan is a focus.
Prerequisite: CMDS major or Disability Studies Minor
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 220 - Accent Reduction for Non-native English Speakers
Students in this course study the speech sounds of American English. It is expected that English is not the first (native) language of students enrolled in this course. Participants compare Standard American English to the sounds in their first language and practice speaking using Standard American English.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 260 - Voice and Articulation
Fundamentals of spoken communication with emphasis on voice and diction. Oral class presentations are required and students learn to make use of self-evaluation and peer critique. Participants learn optimal use of their own voice and articulation for effective oral communication. This course is open to non-CMDS majors as well as majors.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 261 - Phonetics
Phonetics is designed to introduce students to the study of the speech sounds of language, with emphasis on American English. Participants learn how American English speech sounds are produced and learn to transcribe speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Both broad and narrow transcription are addressed. Students are also introduced to the clinical process for articulation and phonological disorders, including finding phonological processes. Characteristics of regional and social dialects are also introduced. This course is required for CMDS majors.
Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I and CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 301 - Clinical Observation II
Observation of speech, language, and hearing screening, evaluation, and therapy conducted in the Truman State University Speech & Hearing Clinic. Course completion requires ten (10) hours of observation. Course is graded Pass/Fail. Normally taken first semester junior year.
Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I and CMDS major.
Credits: 0.5
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 350 - Student Initiated Course: Introduction to Clinic Materials
This class introduces students to therapy materials and assessment tools commonly used by practicing speech-language pathologists. The use of these therapy materials is discussed in the context of specific communication disorders and client populations. An emphasis is placed on the critical evaluation of these instruments in regard to purpose, multiple application, theoretical basis, and effectiveness.
Prerequisites: Completed or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management , a minimum GPA of 3.0, and junior or senior status within the major.
Credits: 2
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism
Study of anatomy, neuroanatomy, and physiology of the human speech mechanism. Coverage includes upper body skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and nervous systems. Focus on respiration, phonation, resonation, and articulation.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , and CMDS 460 - Language Development . CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 472 - Audiology
Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human ear and the process of hearing. Basic principles of hearing assessment and characteristics of hearing disorders. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to measure human hearing and speech perception.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , and CMDS 460 - Language Development . CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 475 - Sign Language
This course is an introduction to the use manual communication system of American Sign Language. Participants obtain a basic receptive and expressive sign vocabulary and learn the basic grammatical structure of American Sign Language. Deaf history and culture are explored.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology
This course serves as a foundation for assessing and treating articulation and phonology. This course aims to provide students with a scientific understanding of the nature of both phonological and articulatory disorders as well as assist them in applying this knowledge to clinical situations. The first section of the course reviews phonetic transcription, normal aspects of articulatory and phonological development, and theories of phonological development. The second section of the course focuses on identification of articulation and phonological disorders, and how to interpret assessment findings. The third section focuses on intervention approaches and facilitative strategies. All sections emphasize developmentally appropriate practice. Additional topics include multicultural issues and articulatory deficits related to specific populations (hearing impairment, dysarthia, cleft palate, apraxia, tongue thrust, etc.). This course is elective for students choosing the non-clinical major Capstone option and required for students intending to take CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice .
Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I , CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , and CMDS 472 - Audiology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 488 - Independent Studies
Special problems and research in language, communication disorders, audiology, special population, and related areas.
Prerequisite: advanced arrangement with instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 489 - Culminating Experience in Communication Disorders
This course is designed to provide a capstone experience for communication disorders majors. Activities, exercises, and writing assignments require students to assess their current skills and interests with regard to graduate education or career plans, improve their self-awareness of strengths and skills, and help them understand the lifelong value of a liberal arts and sciences education. Participants are required to reflect on their learning and experiences and write a personal mission statement based on previous accomplishments, current interests and future goals.
Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I , CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 301 - Clinical Observation II , CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , CMDS 472 - Audiology , and CMDS 490 - Professional Issues in Communication Disorders . CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This is a writing-enhanced course.
** The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 520 - Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience
Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience is a course for students in Communication Disorders that is offered in the spring semester and is coordinated with A.T. Still University for the experience of Interprofessional Healthcare Education. The course is a learning opportunity for students to interact in interprofessional health care teams focusing on the collaborative approach to patient-centered care, with emphasis on team interaction, communication, service learning, evidenced-based practice and quality improvement. Interprofessional teams of students will develop and participate in significant community-based learning projects. Students are given an opportunity in a cohort of interprofessional students to collaborate in a patient-centered clinical experience. The teams that Communication Disorders student interact with will include students in disciplines of Nursing and Health Sciences from Truman as well as medical students from A.T. Still University. In addition to their interprofessional clinical experience they will meet as a discipline to discuss the structure of their cohort’s interaction, the communication style of their interdisciplinary group, the division of work within their group and their own scope of practice, ethical issues in healthcare, healthcare disparities, and their personal experience interacting with their group and their assigned client volunteers.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , CMDS 472 - Audiology , and CMDS 490 - Professional Issues in Communication Disorders .
Credits: 1
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
*The Communication Disorders Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 520G - Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience
Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience is a course for students in Communication Disorders that is offered in the spring semester and is coordinated with A.T. Still University for the experience of Interprofessional Healthcare Education. The course is a learning opportunity for students to interact in interprofessional health care teams focusing on the collaborative approach to patient-centered care, with emphasis on team interaction, communication, service learning, evidenced-based practice and quality improvement. Interprofessional teams of students will develop and participate in significant community-based learning projects. Students are given an opportunity in a cohort of interprofessional students to collaborate in a patient-centered clinical experience. The teams that Communication Disorders student interact with will include students in disciplines of Nursing and Health Sciences from Truman as well as medical students from A.T. Still University. In addition to their interprofessional clinical experience they will meet as a discipline to discuss the structure of their cohort’s interaction, the communication style of their interdisciplinary group, the division of work within their group and their own scope of practice, ethical issues in healthcare, healthcare disparities, and their personal experience interacting with their group and their assigned client volunteers.
Prerequisites: Graduate student status.
Credits: 1
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
*The Communication Disorders Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 550 - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders
This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , and CMDS 472 - Audiology ; CMDS major. Corequisite: CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management can be taken prior to or in conjunction with the course.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 550G - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders
This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the CMDS, Speech Language Pathology Masters program.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 560 - Professional Writing Seminar
This seminar provides the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing are addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 560G - Professional Writing Seminar
This seminar provides the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing are addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology
This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems are examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area are discussed and implemented.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474 - Speech and Hearing Science and CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology . CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology
This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems are examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area are discussed and implemented.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474 - Speech and Hearing Science and CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology or CMDS graduate student status.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 562 - High Risk Infants
Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to a high-risk label being applied to an infant are discussed. The developmental outcome of high-risk infants during the pre-school and school age years are presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, are outlined. Parental and family concerns are also discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high-risk infant.
Prerequisite: CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 562G - High Risk Infants
Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to the high risk label being applied to an infant are discussed. The developmental outcome of high risk infants during the preschool and school-age years are presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, are outlined. Parental and family concerns are also discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high risk infant.
Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 563G - Special Topics: Dysphagia
Diagnosis and clinical management of dysphagia in adults and children. Normal and disordered swallowing are studied in regards to diagnosis and treatment including diet modification, strategies, and other treatment modalities. Introduction to the tracheotomized client and related dysphagia as well as the evaluation, use and placement of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve. The management of tongue thrust during the oral phase of the swallow is discussed. The student participates in class labs to research the normal swallow and complete a clinical swallow evaluation. The student also observes a Modified Barium Swallow Evaluation at NRMC. A multidisciplinary team approach related to diets, in-service programs and counseling of patients and families is project-based.
Prerequisites: CMDS 669G - Neurogenic Motor Speech Disorders and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 566 - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders
Diagnosis of Communication Disorders is a graduate level course requiring analysis and synthesis of previous coursework in the area of completing diagnostic evaluations for individuals with possible communication disorders. Experiences vary but may include working in small groups in reviewing available information, making appropriate evaluation plans, interviewing clients or caregivers, selecting and administering formal and informal tests, interpreting test results and synthesizing information, reporting findings in oral and written formats, and making appropriate recommendations and referrals.
Prerequisite: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 566G - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders
Diagnosis of Communication Disorders is a graduate level course requiring analysis and synthesis of previous coursework in the area of completing diagnostic evaluations for individuals with possible communication disorders. Experiences vary but may include working in small groups in reviewing available information, making appropriate evaluation plans, interviewing clients or caregivers, selecting and administering formal and informal tests, interpreting test results and synthesizing information, reporting findings in oral and written formats, and making appropriate recommendations and referrals.
Corequisite: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 568 - Phonological Disorders
An overview of phonological theory, evaluation, and treatment methods for disorders of phonology enabling the student to effectively design a therapeutic program.
Prerequisites: CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology . CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 578 - Assistive Technology in Communication Disorders
This course presents an overview assistive technology with emphasis on computer applications available for the diagnosis and treatment of persons who have communication disorders. Hands-on practice is stressed with applications that are used directly with children and adults during intervention and instruction.
Prerequisites: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 578G - Assistive Technology in Communication Disorders
This course presents an overview of assistive technology with emphasis on computer applications available for the diagnosis and treatment of persons who have communication disorders. Hands-on practice is stressed with applications that are used directly with children and adults during the intervention and instruction.
Prerequisite or corequisite: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice or CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 660G - Stuttering
Current theories and treatment of stuttering. Emphasizes behavioral aspects and the communicative implications of the disorder.
Prerequisites: ( or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology ) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 661G - Language Disorders: Children
The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to evaluate and treat children with language disorders. Study focuses on the etiology and characteristics of specific disorders, theoretical and practical considerations in assessment and intervention, and developing skills in language sample analysis and interpretation. Emphasis is placed on a sociolinguistic view of language development and instruction, cultural factors in assessment and intervention, and language skills related to academic success. Required for CMDS master’s students.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 662G - Acquired Disorders of Language and Cognition
Aphasia and related neurogenic communication disorders; history of aphasiology, symptomatology, etiology, assessment and classification of aphasia, treatment efficacy and evidence-based practice; aphasia symptom assessment and treatment with Right Hemisphere Syndrome, Dementia, TBI and Blast Brain Injuries; and related cognitive-language disorders with all etiologies.
Corequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 669G - Neurogenic Motor Speech Disorders
Presenting symptoms, diagnoses, and clinical approaches for the management of the dysarthrias. Emphases given to traditional and innovative approaches of clinical management.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice , and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
*The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
|
| |
-
CMDS 672G - Seminar: Hearing Disorders
Analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of contemporary trends and research in audiology.
Prerequisites: CMDS 671G - Advanced Clinical Audiology and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 676G - Clinical Process Commentary 1
All graduate students participate in the Clinical Process Commentary (CPC) activities. The CPC is a requirement for the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The CPC experience includes 2 main components: Clinical Process Commentary 1 (CPC1) and Clinical Process Commentary 2 (CPC2). Both the CPC1 and CPC2 courses are available for variable (1 to 3) credits. Typically students enroll in 1 credit while completing CPC1 and 2 credits while completing CPC2. A total of 3 credits must be completed as a requirement of the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The course is graded pass/fail and students receive an In Progress (IP) grade until all requirements are met.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice and graduate student standing in CMDS Program.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 677G - Clinical Process Commentary 2
All graduate students participate in the Clinical Process Commentary (CPC) activities. The CPC is a requirement for the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The CPC experience includes 2 main components: Clinical Process Commentary 1 (CPC1) and Clinical Process Commentary 2 (CPC2). Both the CPC1 and CPC2 courses are available for variable (1 to 3) credits. Typically students enroll in 1 credit while completing CPC1 and 2 credits while completing CPC2. A total of 3 credits must be completed as a requirement of the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The course is graded pass/fail and students receive an In Progress (IP) grade until all requirements are met.
Prerequisites: CMDS 676G - Clinical Process Commentary 1 .
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 679G - Seminar: Advanced Topics in Language Development and Language Disorders
Advanced literature dealing with development of language content, form, and use. Disorders of language in terms of their impact on learning disability and school performance.
Prerequisite: CMDS Department Chair permission and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 680G - Seminar: Speech Disorders
Directed reading, research, or evaluation of current publications of individual interest.
Corequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
-
CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice
This course provides a clinical practice in application of advanced techniques for speech, language and hearing disorders. The student obtains direct clinical experience with clients who exhibit a variety of communication disorders. Student responsibilities include: writing lesson plans; conferring with clinical supervisors, parents and related paraprofessionals; utilizing clinical materials, equipment and technology: and writing clinical reports. May be repeated for credit; generally all graduate students are expected to enroll in CMDS 681G every semester they are in residence.
Prerequisites: CMDS graduate status and Department Chair’s permission. Student clinicians must demonstrate clinically appropriate speech/language/hearing skills prior to enrollment in clinical practicum.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
|
| |
Page: 1
| 2
| 3
| 4
| 5
| 6
| 7
| 8
| 9
| 10
| 11
… Forward 10 -> 21 |
Print this Page