Introduction to Audiology & the Human Auditory System
Course #: VISN 646, Class #: 4771, Section #: 01
Description
This course will cover the nature of sound and how humans perceive it. Sound in the environment and how sound is used by humans to move through their environment will also be explored. Topics include the basics of sound, anatomy and physiology of the auditory system with an emphasis on function, common disorders of the auditory system, and how these disorders are manifested. The principles of basic audiology and how to understand and relate to the audiologist provide a foundation for hearing both clinically and functionally. Students will learn hearing aid technology and the application of that technology to various auditory disorders in a functional sense.
Prerequisites
Matriculated student in Vision Studies masters or certificate program
Course Details
Date / Time
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Tu 6p.m. – 7p.m.
Location
On-Line LMS Chat Time
Credits
3
Session
Special Program 1
Class Dates
9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026
Location
On-Line LMS Chat Time
Enrolled / Capacity
23 / 30
Status
Open