aud5rhd hearing aid systems and fitting
HEARING AID SYSTEMS AND FITTING
AUD5RHD
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Hearing aid systems are a major component of the audiological management of hearing impairment. In this subject, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of the styles, components and electroacoustic characteristics of hearing aids. You will develop the skills necessary to select an appropriate hearing aid and/or assistive listening device based on a client's hearing loss, lifestyle and communication needs. Through hands-on workshops, you will learn how to take ear impressions, modify a selected device and verify its fitting in a clinical setting. Your learning in this subject will be assessed through written exams and assignments.
SchoolAllied Heath, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJutta Hau
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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PrerequisitesAUD4PHL AND AUD4HES AND AUD4IDA
Co-requisitesN/A
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Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Hearing aids.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorDillon, H.
Year2012
Edition/Volume2ND EDN
PublisherBOOMERANG PUBLISHING, SYDNEY
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Handbook of clinical audiology.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorKatz, J, Medwetsky, L, Burkard, R & Hood, L
Year2009
Edition/Volume6TH EDN
PublisherLIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS, PHILADELPHIA.
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlicja Malicka
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 38
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 38 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 38
Eight 1.50 hour practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 38 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,250-word assignment on clinical decision making and creativity. Students will need to research manufacturer websites and think carefully about the client's wishes and test results in making their choice. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| One two-hour written exam at end of semester (2,000 words equivalent) Exam will comprise short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| 1,250-word assignment discussing factors impacting on the success of hearing aid outcomes. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Attendance of practical workshop Hurdle: Attendance at practical workshops is a hurdle requirement in order to accumulate the clinical skills required for professional accreditation. If, for extenuating circumstances that are consistent with the University's Special Consideration policy , students are unable to complete required clinical hours, alternative arrangements will be negotiated. See Audiology Australia's Core Competency Requirements. | N/A | N/A | Yes | null | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |