Audiology

Module audio-prothesis II

Knowledge and Understanding: The student will acquire knowledge about hearing loss. Special attention will be given to audiological assessment through pure-tone and speech audiometry tests aimed at determining the hearing threshold. During the course, different types of hearing aids will also be studied, and the student will learn the principles of effective communication and active listening through audiological counseling, understood as an integral part of the rehabilitation process.

Ability to Apply Knowledge and Understanding: The student will be able to use knowledge of hearing loss to evaluate the patient’s auditory profile through pure-tone and speech audiometry tests. They will also acquire knowledge of the functioning and structure of hearing aids and basic skills in audiological counseling, aimed at promoting understanding of hearing loss and effective communication with the patient.

Judgment Autonomy: The student will develop the ability to critically analyze an audiogram and evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of the hearing aid intervention through knowledge of the types and functioning of hearing devices.

Communication Skills: The student will acquire communication skills, both written and oral, using scientific language that is most appropriate to the subject matter of the course.

Learning Skills: The student will be guided to develop autonomous learning strategies in order to stay updated and improve their knowledge.

The lessons will be delivered in a lecture-based format (classroom lesson). The teacher will present the content using slides including clinical case to allow students to apply the concepts presented. During the course, active participation from students will be encouraged through questions, discussion and debate in the classroom. If the course will be performed by remote format, necessary adjustments may be made to the previously stated approach to ensure the syllabus and program requirements are met.

Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the ear, acoustic elements and elements of audiometry

The course aims to deepen both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Audioprosthetic Techniques. In particular, students will be guided in learning the fundamentals of pure-tone and speech audiometry in order to determine hearing thresholds and correctly classify hearing losses.

The course includes the study of the basic principles underlying the main ear disorders and hearing impairments, with the aim of contextualizing audiometric measurements. Hearing aids, types and function will be addressed, and special attention will be given to counseling as a tool to facilitate patients understanding of hearing loss and to promote effective communication.

To consolidate learning, students will analyze clinical case examples, applying theoretical knowledge and developing critical judgment skills in interpreting the observed data.

1. Argomenti di Audiologia. Silvano Prosser - Alessandro Martini (Nuova Edizione) - Omega Edizioni
2. Audiologia protesica. Ambrosetti - Di Berardino - Del Bo, Editore:Minerva Medica, Edizione:III 2024
3. Material provided by the teacher

These exams may be held remotely, should the conditions require it. The oral exam may take place on the same day as the written exam or a few days afterward.

The purpose of the exam is to thoroughly assess the student’s preparation, their analytical and critical thinking abilities on the topics covered during the course, as well as their mastery and appropriateness in using technical language.

The final evaluation will be based on the following indicative criteria:

Exam not passed: Insufficient knowledge of fundamental concepts, inadequate use of language and/or presentation, inability to solve the required questions.

18–23: Basic knowledge of essential content; limited presentation and connection skills; partial solution of the required questions, limited technical language proficiency.

24–27: Good mastery of the topics covered; clear presentation and adequate ability to make connections; correct resolution of most of the required questions, good technical language proficiency.

28–30 with honors: Complete mastery of the content; articulate and conscious presentation; critical ability to connect concepts; full resolution of the required questions, excellent mastery and appropriateness in using technical language.

Students with disabilities and/or Specific Learning Disabilities (DSA) must contact the professor, the CInAP representative of the DMI (Professor Daniele), and the CInAP in advance of the exam date to inform them that they intend to take the exam using appropriate compensatory measures.

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the ear
2. Tone Audiometry
3. Audiogram
4. Classification of Hearing Loss
5. Classification of Hearing Aids