Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
CODS 439 - Articulation and Phonological Problems Overview of the etiologies, diagnosis and remediation of articulation and phonological problems. Prerequisite(s): 210, 321, 324. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CODS 440 - Communication Disorders Internship For students prepared to gain practical experience usually off campus in a work situation. Prerequisite(s): Limited to qualified juniors or seniors. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CODS 441 - Diagnostic Methods Survey of procedures ranging from interviewing to formal and informal tests involved in the evaluation and assessment of speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing problems in children and adults. Prerequisite(s): 210, 324. Fee: $10. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CODS 442 - Therapeutic Methods Introduction to general therapeutic approaches and specific techniques of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing problems in child and adult populations. Prerequisite(s): 210, 324. Fee: $10. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CODS 444 - Voice Disorders Topics to be covered include: etiologies, types of voice disorders including neurogenic, functional, and organic voice disorders, and review of assessment and treatment methods. Various craniofacial disorders that affect voice will also be surveyed, such as cleft palate. Prerequisite(s): 210, 324. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CODS 450 - Communication Disorders Practicum Directed practical experience in the various fields of communication disorders. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CODS 460 - SLPA Clinical Internship Internship course in which students work under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist in order to gain experience in the field of speech-language pathology and earn hours that can be used to apply for a California Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant License. Prerequisite(s): CODS 331, 332, 439, 441, 442. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CODS 466 - Research in Communication Disorders Survey of research terminology and methods as well as an emphasis on critiquing research. Course includes a student capstone research project. Restriction(s): Must be a graduating Senior. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CODS 470 - Communication Disorders Seminar Various aspects and problems in communication disorders. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CODS 480 - Directed Research Individual research in areas of communication disorders determined in consultation with the instructor. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 3 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3.
COMM 109 - Production Practicum Beginning directed practical experience in dramatic production. Credit for performing in a play, set construction, costume construction, publicity, or other aspects of the theatrical process. Note(s): May be taken twice for a total of 4 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. COMM 160 - Theatre Appreciation Appreciation of drama through an understanding of the components, terms, personnel, history, styles, and techniques of theatre. Note(s): Approved for General Education Fine Arts credit. Attendance at selected plays is required. Fee: Lab $60. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 162 - Voice and Speech for Theatre Intensive training in the correct use of voice and articulation for the actor. Special attention paid to developing skills for vocal and physical relaxation, projection, and anatomical uses of the voice. Fee: $20. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 164 - Introduction to Acting This course is designed for the beginning, pre-/non-theatre major, and is an examination of the theatre elements that relate directly to performing onstage, including rehearsal and performance techniques, stage movement, vocal techniques, stage terminology and script analysis. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 170 - Small Group Communication This course focuses on the individual’s communication in a group setting: leadership in groups; group communication norms and processes with emphasis on problem solving and conflict management techniques. Note(s): Approved for General Education Communication credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 181 - Introduction to Argumentation and Debate Effective oral communication: invention, analysis, evidence, methods of attack and defense and arrangement of ideas. Note(s): Approved for General Education Communication credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 215 - Theatrical Makeup Makeup requirements for the stage. Individual skill development in character analysis. Application in pigment, plastic, hair, makeup, and selection and use of makeup equipment. Fee: $40, for makeup kit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 216 - Topics in Theatre Selected topics vary, see class schedule for current offerings. Possible topics include: stage management, scene work, theatre history. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. COMM 232 - Costume Study and Construction Design fundamentals, including costume history, research, play analysis, fabric selection, construction basics and hypothetical design projects. Fee:
$25, for fabric purchases. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 241 - Introduction to Technical Theatre
Explorations in the basic elements and terminology that define theatre. Special attention given to such topics as: safety, props, two- and three- dimensional scenery and their materials, and scene painting. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 254 - Communication Theories Descriptions and applications of communication theories such as symbolic interaction, relational theories, narrative paradigm and selected group operational theories. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 264 - Beginning Acting This course offers a beginning study of the principles of contemporary acting techniques. Students will evaluate and demonstrate the acting theories of the Stanislavsky system of acting, as assessed by the 20th century American acting leaders, Uta Hagen and Stella Adler. Restriction(s): Must be a Theatre (COTH) or Communications Dramatic Arts (CODA) major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 270 - Interpersonal Communication This course focuses on developing communication skills in the dyadic setting including emphasis on essential preconditions, conflict management, interpersonal relationships, nonverbal behavior and creative supportive climates. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 280 - Oral Interpretation Learning to read types of literature aloud in a manner that enhances and enriches the audience’s understanding and appreciation of that literature. Note(s): Approved for General Education Communication credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
Communication Studies Faculty Chair: Professor(s):
Muehlhoff
Associate Professor(s):
Brandon
Assistant Professor(s):
Alston Calley, Molloy
Instructor(s):
Elliott
Courses COMM 100 - Introduction to Public Communication
Development of communication skills in public speaking. The course will include presentational skills, attention to multicultural communication encounters, audience analysis, speech opportunities, research, organization and critical thinking. Note(s): Approved for General Education Communication credit. May count as a lower division COMM major elective only for Torrey Honors program students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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