SLHS596G

037124

This course uses didactic lecture, seminar discussion and problem-based learning to provide the student with depth and breadth of knowledge regarding the science of \"electrical hearing\" with an implanted neural stimulator. The course will emphasize theoretical knowledge and research findings in the areas of neurobiology of hearing and deafness, the biophysics and physiology of \"electrical hearing\", the psychophysics of electrical stimulation, speech processing, speech and music perception with cochlear implants, binaural hearing, bi-modal (acoustic and electrical) hearing and with cochlear, nerve, brainstem and mid-brain implants. Candidacy for implantation, prognosis with electrical hearing, and clinical outcomes from implantation will be discussed. Current technologies for bone-anchored and completely implantable hearing aids including candidacy and clinical outcomes. The emerging research on laser stimulation and vestibular implants will also be considered.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Graduate