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Program of Audiology

ODYO317

NOISE AND HEARING CONSERVATION

Course Code
ODYO317
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Classify types of noise.
  2. Calculate the daily noise exposure dose for employees.
  3. Explain noise measurement methods used in different work environments.
  4. Describe principles related to methods of noise protection.
  5. Determine protective and corrective tools to be used based on different noise levels.
  6. List the effects of noise on hearing functions.
  7. Distinguish noise-induced hearing loss, occupational hearing loss, and acoustic trauma.
  8. Analyze the fundamental components of hearing conservation programs.
  9. Investigate and report on environmental noise sources and their effects on auditory health.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course covers the definition of noise, its types, noise sources, occupational and noise-induced hearing losses, acoustic trauma, the impact of noise on ear functions, noise measurement, and hearing protection.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Industrail Audiology
2nd Week Characteristics and Classification of Noise
3rd Week The Impact of Noise on Hearing Functions
4th Week Noise Measurement Methods
5th Week Noise Control
6th Week Noise Control
7th Week Hearing Protection Devices
8th Week Hearing Protection Devices
9th Week Midterm Exam
10th Week Noise-induced Hearing Loss
11th Week Noise-induced Hearing Loss
12th Week Hearing Conservation Programs
13th Week Environmental Noise Measurement
14th Week Environmental Noise Measurement
Recommended or Required ReadingSataloff, R.T., Sataloff, J.(2006). Occupational Hearing Loss. (3rd Ed.). Newyork: Taylor & Francis.
Lipscomb, D.M. (1978) Noise and Audiology. Baltimore: University Park Press.
Schact,J., Popper, A., Fay, R.R. (2008). Auditory Trauma, Protection, and Repair. New York
Rawool, V. W. (2011). Hearing conservation: ın occupational, recreational, educational and home settings. USA: Thieme.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Problem Solving
  • Report Preparation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 4 30
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 18 18
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 14 14
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 4 3 12
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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