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• COM265, Media Literacy: From a
media literacy perspective, students will
develop an understanding of media
production, products and audiences;
the constraints media systems operate
within, and cultural implications of
media and media systems. Prerequisite:
Sophomore or higher standing. Non-
CCOM majors must have permission
of instructor or Associate Dean. (U)(3).
Fall and spring.
• One course designated Communication
and Culture (see advisor)
• Foreign language requirement of six
credit hours at the 200 level or above.
• Must maintain cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Minimum of twelve credit hour
concentration outside of program area
• Required Courses in major
• No less than 40 semester hours in courses
numbered 300 or higher
Communication Sciences and
Disorders Program
Administration
Suzanne Reading, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, program
director
Why Study Communication
Sciences and Disorders?
The ability to communicate is one of our
greatest human gifts. It is a fundamental human
right and plays a central role in the dignity and
value of human life. The remarkable ability to
communicate allows us to realize our human
potential and connect with other people. Problems
with communication have a great impact
on all aspects of life. The Communication
Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Program at
Butler is dedicated to educating students so
that they may assist those who experience
communication disorders.
Why Study CSD at Butler?
There are excellent reasons to obtain the
CSD degree at Butler. Our students receive a
strong foundation in basic courses that prepares
them for success in graduate school. Our
students have had outstanding success in gaining
admission into prestigious and competitive
graduate programs throughout the United
States. In addition, our undergraduate students
have many opportunities for experiential
learning. Students provide treatment for speech
Butler University
and language disorders through the Butler
University Speech-Language Clinic. Students
provide speech, language and hearing screening
services to area schools. In addition, students
engage in research and teaching activities with
faculty mentors, and work with other professionals
in the Indianapolis community through
internships. Finally, the CSD degree at Butler
leads to high demand careers in speech-language
pathology, audiology and speech science.
For additional information, please visit
www.butler.edu/communication-disorders.
CSD Program Student Learning
Outcomes
• Students majoring in Communication
Sciences and Disorders at Butler University
will demonstrate foundational knowledge
of biological, physical, social sciences,
mathematics and cultural diversity as
well as knowledge of normal structures,
processes and development needed for
the human communication system.
• Students will also demonstrate foundational
knowledge about ethical issues and research
methods in communication sciences and
disorders.
• Another important aspect of student
learning is the study and observation of
various communication disorders and basic
treatment strategies.
• Finally, students in CSD will demonstrate
adequate knowledge for acceptance in a
speech-language pathology, audiology or
speech science graduate program.
Degrees
• Major in Communication Sciences
and Disorders (CSD)
• Minor in Communication Sciences
and Disorders (CSD)
Requirements for the CSD Major
(33 credit hours)
Required CSD Courses: 24 credit hours
(All required courses are 3 credit hours)
• CSD240, Phonetics
• CSD332, Language Development
• CSD333, Anatomy and Physiology of
Speech and Hearing
• CSD334, Speech Science
• CSD335, Phonological Development
and Disorders
• CSD336, Fundamentals of Audiology