This unit aims to provide an understanding of the anatomy, physiology and physics of speech. Students will gain a detailed knowledge of the anatomy of the head and neck as well as functional activities involving swallowing and speech. In addition student will learn the role of physics in sound production. Control of breathing and respiration in normal and pathological condition is also covered in this unit. Practical classes will take a case-based approach to learning. This unit includes laboratory classes in which human cadavers are studied; attendance at such classes is required.
Students enrolled in Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) attend all BIOS1163 classes at the Cumberland Campus (ND-LC).
Students enrolled in the Hearing and Speech major or minor attend all BIOS1163 classes at the Camperdown Campus (ND-CC).

Students will explore the nature of language: introduction to phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics and orthographic systems, , with a clinical focus. Particular emphasis on grammar, phonetics and articulation assessment and intervention. Analysis of language for clinical purposes (especially grammar transcription and phonetic transcription skills). This unit of study prepares students with the necessary background knowledge to undertake phonology, language and clinical units later in the course.

This unit of study provides an introduction to complex audiological assessment and intervention techniques for hearing impaired adults and children. This unit of study may be undertaken as an elective unit with the permission of the program coordinator.