Pure theory of international trade. Reasons for trade, gains from trade, factor price equalization, commercial policy, trade and economic development, and customs unions.

Review of current theories, research, evaluation and management approaches to fluency disorders, counseling, bilingualism, co-occurring disorders, and stuttering associated with acquired neurological disorders.

Current acoustic, psychophysiological, physical, anatomical, psychological and clinical aspects of audition, and the theories of hearing developed to explain them. Prerequisites: COMM-DIS 211, 311, and 313 or equivalents.

Introduction to neurological and cognitive processes of language comprehension and formulation. Information relevant to the diagnosis of dysfunction in aphasia and other language disorders of adulthood.

Management of hearing loss through the application of implantable auditory prostheses. Topics include: cochlear implants, auditory brainstem implants, middle ear implants, and combined accoustical and electrical stimulation strategies. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 640

Crime is not equally distributed amongst cities and neighborhoods. In this course, we will examine how, where and why crime is unequally distributed. Particular attention will be focused on locations, such as public housing development, where crime is perceived to be heightened. Theories of social disorganization, collective efficacy and broken windows will be explored.

Introduction to sociology and social psychology. Topics reviewed include social perception, socialization, concepts of self, personal and gender identity, expressions of emotion, social roles, group formation and power, prejudice, racism, sexism, and other topics relevant to studies in social psychology. (Gen.Ed. SB)

Ecology, biology and control of insects which attack shade trees, forests and forest products. A brief introduction to insects; attention to the more important forest and shade tree insects.

Though biologically untenable, race continues to structure virtually every aspect of social life, from life expectancies at birth to death penalty executions. Topics to be covered in this course include the historical origins and evolution of race and racism, gender and class dynamics of race, antiracist movements, poverty, higher education, migration, incarceration, and nationalism. Considering and critiquing various theoretical approaches, this course reaches beyond the Black-white binary and, though focusing on the United States, also examines race and racism in other contexts.