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Program of Audiology

ODYO307

AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS

Course Code
ODYO307
Semester
Fifth Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study3
SemesterFifth Term (Fall)
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Classify the technical features of hearing aids according to the history of hearing aids.
  2. Compare hearing aids that can be used according to the type of hearing loss.
  3. Diagram the working principle of the hearing aid.
  4. Distinguish the features of the basic parts of the hearing aid.
  5. Reveal the differences between the processing principles and basic features of digital and analog hearing aids.
  6. Summurize the prescriptive formulas used in hearing aid fitting.
  7. Explain the situations that need to be taken into consideration when taking ear mold impressions and evaluate the features of the ear mold.
  8. Classify hearing aid technologies used for auditory problems caused by hearing loss.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsODYO209 FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRONICS FOR AUDIOLOGISTS
Course DescriptionHearing aids form the foundation of the amplification systems course. Because it's a specialized course, it's a course that will likely pique your interest. However, since there's a lot of new material, it's crucial that you continue with the course. By the end of the semester, you'll have learned in detail the basic components of hearing aids, their operating principles, the features of digital hearing aids, key points to consider when fitting earmolds, how to evaluate hearing aid function, real-ear measurements, and the theoretical knowledge of bilateral fittings.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Course Introduction
2nd Week Temporal, Spectral, and Intensity Problems in Hearing Loss
3rd Week History and Types of Hearing Aids
4th Week Hearing Aid Parts I: Microphone and Amplifier
5th Week Hearing Aid Parts II: Compression Systems
6th Week Hearing Aid Parts III: Auxiliary Technical Features
7th Week General Review
8th Week MIDTERM EXAM
9th Week Digital Signal Processing
10th Week Gain Formulas
11th Week Ear Molds
12th Week Ear Mold Imprinting Practice
13th Week Outer Ear Canal Resonance and Its Effects
14th Week Determining Ear Mold Characteristics Based on Hearing Loss
15th Week General Review
Recommended or Required Reading1. Dillon H (2001). Hearing Aids, New York: Thieme.
2. Taylor B, Mueller GH (2011). Fitting and Dispensing Hearing Aids, San Diego:Plural Publishing.
3. Microsonic (2003). Custom Earmold Manuel, Ambridge: Microsonic Inc.
4. Starkey (2017). The Compression Handbook, Fourth Edition.
5. Mueller HG, Ricketts T,Bentler R (2007). Modern Hearing Aids Pre-Fitting Testing and Selection Considerations, Plural Publishing.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Problem Solving
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 10
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 40 40
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 30 30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 1 6 6
Total Work Load120
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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