AUDI 402 and 403 (Prerequisite courses)

AUDI 402 (3 credits) Neuroanatomy for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology:
AUDI 402 is an overview of neuroanatomy and functional neuroanatomy with emphasis on neuroanatomy related to hearing and speech mechanisms. This course is offered online twice a year, beginning in January and May. Please note that this course may require prerequisite course content.

AUDI 403 (1.5 credits) Introduction to Neurolinguistics:
AUDI 403 addresses historical and current issues in studying the neuroanatomical substrates associated with language processing, including brain imaging, localization, and laterlization of language functions. This course is offered online each year, beginning in March. Please note, this course may require prerequisite course content.

AUDI 402 and/or AUDI 403 Registration Information

1. Ensure that you have completed (or are currently completing):

For AUDI 402, at least one of the following prerequisites:

• Sensation (UBC course: PSYC 367) or equivalent
• Perception (UBC course: PSYC 368) or equivalent
• Speech Science (UBC course: LING 316 and LING 317) or equivalent
• Fourth-year student standing, with both Anatomy and Physiology completed
• Biopsychology
• Neuropsychology

For AUDI 403 all of the following prerequisites:

• Linguistic Theory and Analysis I or equivalent  (UBC course: LING 200)
• Linguistic Theory and Analysis II or equivalent (UBC course: LING 201)
• Neuroanatomy or equivalent (UBC Course:  AUDI 402 Note: this can be taken concurrently with AUDI 403), or permission of instructor (Contact instructor at: jeffs@audiospeech.ubc.ca)

2. Provide unofficial transcripts (can be copies of originals) documenting your completed prerequisite coursework for AUDI 402 or AUDI 403.  For courses not taken at UBC you must send the course syllabi (not a calendar description).

3. Send all your transcripts and course syllabi (if needed) by one of these methods:

• Fax it to The School of Audiology and Speech Sciences at 604-822-6569. Address it “Attn: AUDI 402 prerequisites” or “Attn: AUDI 403 prerequisites,” and include your email address.
• Email it to audi402-403@audiospeech.ubc.ca. Send materials as PDF attachments. Include the subject line “AUDI 402 prerequisites” or “AUDI 403 prerequisites,” and include your name in the email.

Eligibility Review Process

Materials received will be reviewed on a monthly basis. When the School has determined whether a student meets the eligibility requirements for AUDI 402 or AUDI 403, the student will receive an email confirming their eligibility for registration. If confirmed, the student will also receive instructions for enrolling in the course. These instructions differ, depending on whether you have studied at UBC.