Instrumentation in Audiology

Catalog description

In the course the principles that govern instrumentation in Audiology, including the basic acoustical, psychoacoustical and electronic principles related to the development of audiological equipment used in the clinic and in research, will be discussed. Th e rationale behind the construction of clinical instrumentation, computer applications, auditory prosthesis and assistive technology will be presented. Current legislation and standards that apply to sound measuring and audiological instruments will be discussed. Aspects such as calibration, maintenance and adequate equipment will also be addressed.