aud5adb adv diagn aud 2
ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC AUDIOLOGY 2
AUD5ADB
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will gain knowledge and practical skills in advanced aspects of diagnostic audiology including assessment of vestibular function, tinnitus and central auditory function. Through lectures and class discussions, you will gain advanced knowledge of the nature of auditory processing disorder (APD), including its causes and neurological correlates, the relationship between APD and other language/cognitive factors and disorders and intervention strategies for APD. In addition, you will gain indepth knowledge about tinnitus, including the mechanisms of generation, aetiology and pathology, and assessment strategies, and the assessment of vestibular function in adults. Your learning in this subject will be assessed by examinations, lab reports and assignments.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAndrea Simpson
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Assessment and management of central auditory processing disorders in the educational setting - from science to practice | Recommended | Bellis, T J 2003 | 2ND EDN, SINGULAR PUBLISHING |
| Readings | Handbook of tinnitus | Recommended | Tyler, R 2000 | N/A |
| Readings | Textbook of audiological medicine | Recommended | Luxon, L 2003 | N/A |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrates a mastery of theoretical knowledge of the anatomy, function and plasticity of the central auditory pathways and related areas of the brain.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Additional information (readings) provided on LMS. Components of a written examination.
02. Develops an understanding of the current theories and research controversies in the field of APD.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and class discussions. Additional information (readings, websites) provided on LMS. Components of a written examination.
03. Develops and applies a framework for decision-making and implementing diagnostic and treatment strategies for APD.
- Activities:
- Lectures and workshop classes. Additional information (readings, websites and videos) provided on LMS. Roleplaying exercise where students will be given a number of scenarios and will work in pairs to practice preparing/instructing the client and administering APD tests. Components of a written examination. Assignment - Clinical APD Report.
04. Demonstrates theoretical and technical skills used for evaluation and interpretation of test protocols for assessment of vestibular function, and the principles of vestibular rehabilitation in adults.
- Activities:
- Lectures and tutorials. Components of a written examination.
05. Analyse the theories of generation of tinnitus and demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and recent advances of assessment strategies for clients with tinnitus.
- Activities:
- Lectures. Additional information (readings) provided on LMS. Components of a written examination. Assignment - Theories of Generation of Tinnitus.
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAndrea Simpson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
Two 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical APD Report (1,000 words). | 20 | 03 | |
| One 1,000-word assignment on tinnitus. | 20 | 05 | |
| Three multiple-choice exams. | 60 | 01, 04, 03, 02, 05 |