AUDE 7150 - Amplification IV

2 credit hours

This course provides an in-depth look at assistive listening and alerting technology to assist deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the home, school, and community. We will explore a variety of levels at which the audiologist may elect to address assistive technol-ogy. Topics will include relevant legislation, system characteristics, selection, and evaluation of devices and application to various populations. Students will be expected to complete actual use of multiple assistive listening devices and submit a laboratory report on each device. Includes laboratory requirement. (2 credits: 1.5 credit lecture, 0.5 credit lab)