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13 courses with the subject SPTH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

SPTH 2500Speech and Hearing Sciences3

An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms. The course also includes study of the physiologic acoustics of the auditory periphery, neurophysiology of the speech and hearing systems, and an introduction to research tools in speech and hearing sciences.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 2600Phonetics3

An introductory course in phonetics, the science of speech sounds, which includes acoustics, articulatory, and perceptual analysis of speech sounds and transcription of American speech into the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students in speech pathology and audiology are expected to apply this knowledge in the clinical setting.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Corequisite
(Formerly SPTH 2601/2700). A remedial, self-paced course for the individual who needs to improve his or her skills in phonetic transcription. This course is a
SPTH 2601Phonetics Laboratory1

(Formerly SPTH 2700). A remedial, self paced course for the individual who needs to improve his or her skills in phonetic transcription. This course is a co-requisite to SPTH 2600 .

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 2800Introduction to Human Communication3

(Formerly SPTH 310; SPTH 3100). An introduction to the professions of speech pathology and audiology and the nature, types, and characteristics of speech, hearing, language and literacy problems. An overview of various methods used in identifying and managing communication disorders or language differences including approaches for individuals whose native language is not English is provided.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3300Clinical Methods in Articulation Disorders3

(Formerly SPTH 330) This course is designed for student comprehension of the physical production of speech, normal developmental learning patterns of speech, various models of speech processes and theoretical bases for therapeutic procedures. Principles of diagnosis and remediation of articulation problems are emphasized.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3500Language and Speech Development of Children3

(Formerly SPTH 350). This course is designed to familiarize the undergraduate student with the normal development of language and speech. Students must understand the nature and purposes of communication, the element of the language and speech, the neurophysiological bases for language development, and the psychosocial aspects of the development of speech and language.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3514Observation of Clinical Practicum25

(Formerly SPTH 351) Students will be required to complete 25 hours of clinical observation (assessment or therapy) in Speech Pathology and Audiology, as required by ASHA. Completion of these hours will be a prerequisite to any further practica experiences.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
25
Credits (max)
25
Credit unit
hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3710Introduction to Audiology3

(Formerly SPTH 3740) An introduction to the anatomical and physiological aspects of hearing. The course will explore the etiology and types of hearing loss. It also focuses on theory and practice of techniques of auditory assessment with emphasis on pure tone, speech and impedance audiometry, and the interpretation of test results.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3720Identification and Appraisal of Speech and Language Disorders3

(Formerly SPTH 372) This course prepares the student to administer and interpret results of various diagnostic procedures used by professionals in the area of speech pathology and audiology. The theoretical bases for the tests will be covered and basic skills in administration of the tests will be required.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 3730Intervention for Individuals with Hearing loss.3

(Formerly SPTH 373) The history, principles and theory of speech-reading and auditory training, and introduction to amplifying systems including hearing aids. It includes a discussion of comprehensive care for the hearing impaired including psychological aspects and counseling.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 4514Clinical Practicum1

(Formerly SPTH 451) An introduction to client management in the field of speech-language pathology and audiology, which will include planning, evaluation, treatment and follow-up. Student will receive a clinical assignment with direct supervision. This course may be repeated 1-3 times. It will be expected that students demonstrate increasing levels of competence.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated 1-3 times.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 4670Speech Disorders in Children and Adults3

This course examines the nature of congenital, developmental, and acquired speech disorders and conditions, such as voice, fluency, resonance, and motor speech disorders that can affect human communication are focused upon, along with principles of management strategies with children and adults.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
SPTH 4760Language Disorders in Children3

(Formerly SPTH 476) The nature of language disturbances resulting from damage to the central nervous system, auditory impairment, environmental, social, and psychogenic influences. Managerial procedures are discussed while numerous diagnostic tests of language are demonstrated.

Subject
SPTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu

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