Plattsburgh State

CDS Courses

CDS199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

CDS211 - Elementary American Sign Language I (3 cr.)

American Sign Language vocabulary and finger spelling. Brief overview of deafness, deaf culture and the origins of American Sign Language. Receptive and expressive fluency in American Sign Language and finger spelling. (Fall). Liberal arts.

CDS212 - Elementary American Sign Language II (3 cr.)

Vocabulary, fingerspelling and syntax, receptive and expressive fluency in American Sign Language with an overview of deaf culture. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: CDS211.

CDS213 - American Sign Language III (Spring) (3 cr.)

ASL grammar, expanded ASL vocabulary and fingerspelling, the origins of ASL, deaf culture, and receptive and expressive fluency in ASL. (Spring). Prerequisites: CDS211, CDS212.

CDS240 - Introduction to Speech and Hearing Problems (3 cr.)

The normal processes of speech, language and hearing are introduced in conjunction with an overview of disordered communication and referral procedures for the person with a communication impairment. (Fall - Spring). Liberal arts.

CDS241 - Speech and Language Development (3 cr.)

The sequential development of language abilities in children will be presented. Development of the grammatical components of the linguistic system including morphology, phonology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics will be introduced. Theories of language development will be presented. (Fall - Spring). Liberal arts.

CDS338 - Professional Writing (3 cr.)

This course provides a medium for students to begin to develop accurate specialized professional writing appropriate to the field of speech-language pathology. It engages the student in a process of self-evaluation to hone her/his writing skills in multiple formal formats, through writing practice, editing, and proofing. (Fall - Spring). Liberal arts. Approved AWR. Prerequisites: junior standing, CDS major.

CDS342 - Introduction to Phonetics (3 cr.)

This course will include the study of the science of speech sounds as elements of language and their acoustic and physiologic characteristics. Students will gain a great deal of transcription practice of both normal and defective speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet. (Fall). Liberal arts.

CDS343 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism (3 cr.)

Detailed study of the anatomical structures that are responsible for speech and hearing with an emphasis on physiology. (Fall). Liberal arts.

CDS344 - Introduction to Hearing and Speech Science (3 cr.)

Fundamental concepts of acoustics are integrated with the known mechanisms of speech production and auditory processing to develop the basic science foundations of human communication. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: CDS343.

CDS345 - Introduction to Audiology (3 cr.)

Theories and techniques in the identification and management of the hearing impaired. (Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: CDS343, CDS344.

CDS380 - The Practice of Speech-Language Pathology (3 cr.)

Students will be presented with information about various settings in which a speech-language pathologist can seek employment. They will review and discuss credentialing requirements for each setting and NYS and ASHA Code of Ethics and Scopes of Practice. Students will compare and contrast each setting for documentation of client contact, criteria for determining frequency of service, delivery of service, client populations, client selection and reimbursement for services rendered. Students will also directly observe practicing SLPs in a variety of work settings. (Fall). Prerequisite: junior standing.

CDS410 - Communication Systems and Disorders (3 cr.)

Review of physical systems and theoretical models in normal speech, voice and language, and etiological processes and characteristics of select communication disorders beyond the introductory level. (Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: CDS445 or CDS448.

CDS439 - Participatory Observation (1 cr.)

Students receive instruction about what is involved in a therapy or evaluation session. Students are guided through the observation process and then must complete the rest of their required 25 hours of observations independently. Students are expected to relate what they are doing and what they are viewing to ASHA Standards. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisite: junior standing.

CDS443 - Aural Rehabilitation (3 cr.)

Rehabilitative and habilitative techniques for the hearing impaired pediatric and adult population. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: CDS345.

CDS445 - Introduction to Articulation and Phonology (3 cr.)

Study of the nature, etiology, diagnosis and management of functional and organic articulatory and phonological disorders, including cleft palate and cerebral palsy. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: CDS342, CDS343.

CDS448 - Language and Literacy Disorders in Children (3 cr.)

This course will provide the student with information regarding language delays/disorders exhibited by children with specific language disabilities, as well as children diagnosed as learning disabled and those whose language difficulties stem from other handicapping conditions. Students will be presented with information regarding description of language delays/disorders as well as assessment techniques and intervention procedures. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: CDS241 and junior standing.

CDS460 - Clinical Practicum for Beginning Undergraduate Clinicians (0 to 1 cr.)

Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children displaying communication problems in the areas of speech language, and/or hearing. Intense supervision will be provided. CDS460 may be repeated a maximum of three times for a total of three credits. (Fall & Spring). Prerequisites: CDS439, senior standing, POI.

CDS461 - Clinical Audiology Practicum -- Beginning Undergraduate Clinicians (0 to 1 cr.)

Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with persons displaying communication problems in the area of hearing. Intense supervision will be provided. Can be repeated for a total of 3 credits. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisites: CDS439, senior standing, POI.

CDS465 - Senior Capstone (2 cr.)

Students (a) develop a clinical topic of interest in the field of speech-language pathology or audiology; (b) research relevant variables of communication disorder, such as its nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment; and (c) produce a written final product to be presented to the faculty. Emphasis is placed on researching, analyzing, and presenting the current professional literature on the topic of interest. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: senior standing.

CDS499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

CDS524 - Research Design in Communication Disorders (2 cr.)

Designed for the Speech-Language Pathology major who requires an understanding of research and design methods in the field of Communication Disorders and Sciences. Methods of experimental and statistical control in the design of research and for clinical practice in the speech and sciences. (Fall).

CDS528 - Clinical Methods (1 cr.)

Students receive training in a variety of areas that is required before they can begin their clinical experience. They are guided through various aspects of the therapeutic process that are similar across disorder categories and receive personalized information and feedback on their personal experiences with clients. All of this is put in the context of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Standards, Code of Ethics, and Scope of Practice thus building the connection to the field of speech-language pathology. (Fall).

CDS531 - Language Disorders in Infants & Preschool Children (3 cr.)

Identification and application of studies in normal language acquisition to the study of communication development in infants and the study of preschool language and learning disorders; emphasis on the assessment of, and intervention with, infants and preschoolers and their families. Content includes interdisciplinary views of the child with communication challenges; issues in communication, social- emotional and cognitive development; related language impairments of various etiologies; challenges in learning and in the classroom for children with language impairments; use of assistive technology; and working as a team member with caregivers, school personnel and other professionals in assessment and intervention. (Spring). Prerequisites: graduate level standing; the equivalent of a college-level course in child language development

CDS532 - Language Disorders in School Aged Children and Adolescents (3 cr.)

Identification and application of research in normal oral and written language acquisition to the study of language and learning disorders in school-aged children and adolescents; emphasis on the assessment of, and intervention with, school-aged children with language and learning disorders in the clinic and the classroom. Units include linguistic diversity, narrative and discourse development; reading acquisition; language impairments related to various etiologies; working as a team member with school personnel; coordination of communication intervention with the school curricula; and use of assistive technology in the clinic and the classroom. (Fall). Prerequisite: graduate standing; a college-level course in normal language development.

CDS533 - Neuroanatomy and Physiology of Communication (3 cr.)

General human neuroanatomy and physiology with emphasis on the neuropathologies of communication. (Fall).

CDS534 - Motor Speech Disorders (2 cr.)

The nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of motor speech disorders in children and adults. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisites: CDS533, CDS535.

CDS535 - Aphasia (3 cr.)

The nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of aphasia in the adult are presented against a background of models of cortical and subcortical neuropathologies underlying specific deficits of speech, language and communication processes. Children, adolescents and adults will be addressed. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisite: CDS533.

CDS536 - Dysphagia (3 cr.)

The anatomy and physiology of normal and disordered glutition. Students will develop skills for evaluating, glutition. Students will develop skills for evaluating, diagnosing, and treatment oropharyngeal dysphagia in diagnosing, and treatment oropharyngeal dysphagia in adults and children. Analysis of anatomy and adults and children. Analysis of anatomy and physiology of normal swallowing will provide a basis for physiology of normal swallowing will provide a basis for assessment and management of disordered assessment and management of disordered swallowing. Topics include various technological swallowing. Topics include various technological methods of assessment including modified barium methods of assessment including modified barium swallow and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallow and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, interdisciplinary concerns, and impact of swallowing, interdisciplinary concerns, and impact of ethical and cognitive issues. (Fall/Spring/Summer).

CDS537 - Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems (3 cr.)

Application of current literature on alternative/augmentative communication with a focus on assessment and management of the communication abilities of individuals across the lifespan. Topics include: normal communication development; assessment of cognitive, motor, social and communication skills; etiological factors related to the need for AAC; planning of therapeutic strategies and objectives; training and use of AAC in school, hospital, clinical and home settings; use of assistive technology; assessment of intervention efficacy; and multidisciplinary learning in assessment and intervention. Prerequisite: a college-level course in normal language development. (Summer).

CDS539 - Cognitive Rehabilitation (3 cr.)

This course focuses on the neurological, cognitive, and communicative changes associated with traumatic brain injury, right hemisphere CVA, normal aging, and the dementias. Emphasis will be on the nature, symptomatology, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques of these cognitive/linguistic disorders. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisite: CDS533.

CDS540 - Evaluation of Communicative Disorders (3 cr.)

Techniques for the assessment of differential diagnosis of communicative disorders of articulation, language, fluency and voice are presented and discussed. Includes procedures for formal test selection and use, interviewing, and report writing. Units include assessment of communication disorders in home, clinic and school settings. (Fall).

CDS541 - Problems of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (3 cr.)

Normal speech and hearing functions and speech and hearing disorders. Management of the speech and/or hearing impaired person. Research project related to educational aspects. (Fall/Spring). Prerequisites: for non-majors only.

CDS542 - Clinical Practicum for Beginning Clinicians (0 to 6 cr.)

Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children and adults displaying communication problems in the areas of speech, language and/or hearing. (Fall/Spring/Summer). Prerequisite(s): Matriculated graduate status or meet eligibility requirements for graduate level clinical assignments; POI.

CDS543 - Clinic Practicum for Intermediate (0 to 6 cr.)

Intermediate, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center or in off-campus sites with children and adults displaying communication problems in the areas of speech, language, and/or hearing. (Fall/Spring/Summer). Prerequisite: CDS 542.

CDS544 - Clinical Practicum (0 to 6 cr.)

Advanced supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center or in off-campus sites with children and adults displaying communication problems in the areas of speech, language, and/or hearing. (Fall/Spring/Summer). Prerequisites: matriculated graduate status or meet eligibility requirements for graduate level clinical assignments.

CDS545 - Public School Practicum (1 to 6 cr.)

Students will participate in a Public School Practicum under the supervision of an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist. (Internship plus course--CDS545 3 cr. and CDS596 3 cr.; Internship only CLG545 6 cr.) (Fall/Spring/Summer). Prerequisites: CDS543 and POI.

CDS546 - Clinical Practicum - Off Campus Internship I (1 to 6 cr.)

Advanced, supervised practice in off-campus sites with children and adults displaying communication problems in the areas of speech, language, and/or hearing. (Fall/Spring/Summer). Prerequisites: CDS543 and POI.

CDS547 - Evaluation Clinic (0 to 2 cr.)

Evaluation Clinic.

CDS548 - Audiology Clinic (0 to 1 cr.)

Evaluation Clinic.

CDS550 - Socio-Communicative, Cognitive and Behavioral Correlates of Communication Disorders (3 cr.)

Description and analysis of relationships between communication disorders and a variety of emotional, behavioral, social, and cognitive impairments in children and adults; analysis of these deficits with respect to language-learning disabled children, as well as to special populations including autism, selective mutism, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, abused/neglected children; delineation of the roles of the speech/language pathologist in the management of these disorders as part of an educational team. (Spring).

CDS551 - Clinical Practicum - Off-Campus Internship II (1 to 6 cr.)

A second advanced, supervised practice in off-campus sites with children and adults displaying communication problems in the areas of speech, language, and/or hearing for students who do not seek to be certified in New York State as teachers of students with speech-language disabilities. May be taken two times for a maximum of six credits. (Fall/Summer). Prerequisites: CDS543 and POI.

CDS561 - Articulation/Phonological Development and Disorders (3 cr.)

Application of current literature on articulation and phonological development and disorders focusing on assessment and management in the clinic and the classroom. Topics include: theories of phonological development; various forms of phonological and articulatory assessment; development of phonological awareness and impact on speech, spelling and reading; working as a team member with school personnel; impact of culture and heritage on phonological patterns; task analysis in the development of therapeutic objectives; measuring and maintaining records of progress; and remedial techniques including computer-based intervention activities. (Fall). Prerequisites: graduate-level standing; a course in Phonetics.

CDS562 - Voice and Voice Disorders (3 cr.)

This course is designed to prepare students for clinical work with clients who have voice disorders. Vocal parameters, anatomy, and physiology of the voice are reviewed. A working knowledge of etiology, pathology, symptomatology, classification, assessment and treatment of functional and organic voice disorders is developed. Application of instrumentation and non-instrumentation procedures for assessment and treatment also is provided. (Fall). Prerequisites: Undergraduate course work in anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanism and in speech science is preferred.

CDS563 - Stuttering and Fluency Disorders (3 cr.)

Students will develop a working knowledge of normal and disordered aspects of fluency. Current knowledge about etiology, onset, and development of stuttering will be addressed. Students will learn to assess and treat stuttering in clients of varying ages and severity. Multicultural issues will be presented as well as diagnosis and treatment of stuttering. (Spring).

CDS596 - Teaching Students with Speech-Lang-Disabilities Preschool-12 (3 cr.)

Prepares the student to become a New York State certified teacher of the Speech, Language, Hearing Disabled, Preschool-12. Content includes: the history of special education and speech-language pathology with a focus on the twentieth century to present time; review of assessment skills, models and tools for students preschool to age 21; knowledge of federal (IDEA and Sect. 504), state laws, regulations governing special education identification and provision of service; development and implementation of appropriate Individual Education Plans; familiarity with New York State and American Speech, Language, Hearing Association codes of ethics and scopes of practice; teaching techniques; data collection techniques; accountability; models of service delivery in schools; multicultural differences and bilingual considerations. (Fall/Spring/Summer).Prerequisite: bachelor's degree.

CDS599 - CDS: Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Designed to allow students to conduct research or to investigate a line of study that is unavailable through regular course selection. Under the direct supervision of a faculty sponsor, faculty advisor, department chairperson, and dean. The study may involve a range of approaches from a literature review to an application of theory.

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