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BIOS1165: Hearing Science and Audiology (2013 - Semester 2)
Unit: | BIOS1165: Hearing Science and Audiology (6 CP) |
Mode: | Normal-Day |
On Offer: | Yes |
Level: | Junior |
Faculty/School: | Biomedical Science |
Unit Coordinator/s: |
Dr Ritchie, Helen
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Session options: | Semester 2 |
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Campus: | Cumberland |
Pre-Requisites: | BIOS1163. |
Brief Handbook Description: | This unit of study aims to provide an understanding of the physics, anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism. Students will also learn about pathologies of the ear, nose and throat and development of the human embryo. The unit also includes an introduction to deafness, basic audiological tests and evaluation of hearing. |
Assumed Knowledge: | None. |
Lecturer/s: |
Dr Ritchie, Helen
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Timetable: | BIOS1165 Timetable |
T&L Activities: | 3hr lectures/week, 2hr practicals/week |
Assessment Description: | mid semester exam (15%) end semester exam (65%) assignment (20%) | ||||
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Note: Students are expected to have a personal copy of all books listed.
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