HCD-555-DL

Course Overview

In this course, we will introduce and explore the scientific principles of hearing. Topics include acoustics and physical properties of sound, the basic structure and function of the peripheral and central auditory system, psychoacoustics, and auditory system pathology. A particular focus is basic science foundations and application to clinical problem-solving.

Type	Online, Semi-synchronous Lecture
Faculty	Bryan M. Wong, AuD, CCC-A
Credits	3 undergraduate
Offered	Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites	None
Cost	$1,635.00 (Fees included)

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Summer Registration Open

1/21/26-5/27/26

What to Expect in this Course

Course activities are organized into modules of 1-2 weeks in length.

There are required activities and deadlines within each module but there are no required course meeting times.

While instructors make regular course updates to enhance your experience as a learner, the table below provides a general idea of what you can expect from a typical week.

Course Activities & Time Commitment

Course Activity	Hours Per Week
Self Directed Learning Reading Textbooks, articles Watching mini-lectures, videos Listening to podcasts	3-4
Self-Assessments Mini quizzes Weekly modules	2-3
Other Assignments Mastery assignments Case studies Practice application assignments	2-3
Discussion Boards Initial posting Reading posts Responding to peer posts	3-4
Total Time	10-14

Course Topics

Physical properties of sounds
Measurement of sound (intensity, frequency, duration)
Signal processing
Outer ear structure and function
Middle ear structure and function
Inner ear structure and function
Central auditory nervous system structure and function
Loudness and intensity coding
Frequency selectivity
Pitch and periodicity coding
Temporal aspects of hearing
Spatial or binaural hearing
Conductive hearing loss
Sensorineural hearing loss
Central auditory nervous system hearing loss

ASHA Knowledge & Skills Standards

Course Materials

Material	Use in Course
D2L	Required
Textbook	Required
Lab Kit / Supplies	Not needed
Web-Based Learning Application	Required
Standard word/ data processing capabilities	Recommended
Ability to video conference	Recommended
Ability to upload images/videos	Required

D2L: All of our online prerequisite courses use the learning platform software called Desire2Learn (D2L). D2L integrates text, video, and audio. You can check your system compatibility by reviewing the D2L system recommendations.

Textbook: If a textbook is required, every effort is made to choose high-quality, low-cost materials that students can buy and sell, rent and return, or buy and use again in future courses.

Lab Kit / Supplies: Lab kits/supplies allow students to conduct hands-on experiments at home. Information about ordering lab kits and/or supplies will be provided to registered students approximately 6 weeks before the start of the semester.

Web-Based Learning Application: Web-based applications often serve as an alternative to a traditional textbook or lab kit. Most require students to register for a separate application that will integrate seamlessly with the D2L platform.

Standard word and data processing: Technology that allows the student to create, edit, and save documents and files.

Ability to video conference: Technology that allows live, visual connection between individuals who are in different locations.

Ability to upload photos/videos: Technological capabilities through which a student could record a short video or still image and upload it to an online learning system.

Course Faculty

Bryan M Wong, AuD, CCC-A

Lecturer, Hearing Science Online Prerequisites for the Health Professions

Bryan M Wong, AuD, CCC-A

bwong@mghihp.edu

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