Communication Studies
COMM 282 - Intercollegiate Forensics Practical speech experience in debate and individual speaking events. Each section (COMM 282, 382) may be repeated once for a total of eight credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. COMM 320 - Advanced Public Communication Additional experience in improving public speaking skills in power point presentations, critiquing of speeches, and groups presentations. Speeches include: Semiotics Analysis; Apologetics Speech; Tribute Speech; and Group Presentation. Prerequisite(s): 100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 345 - Lighting and Sound for Theatre Study of lighting and sound variables in a stage production. Student projects include light and sound choices for a particular production. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 368 - Methods of Communication Research Methodology for communication research, with attention to quantitative and qualitative research. Includes sampling, questionnaire design, introduction to statistics, ethnography, and other qualitative methodologies. Students conduct survey research projects. Learning to read and evaluate research components is an expected learning outcome. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 369 - Intermediate Acting This course features in-depth study and practice of acting skills with increased emphasis on the application of the principles and the theories of creative acting, as assessed by the 20th century American acting leaders, Lee Strasberg and Eric Morris. Prerequisite(s): COMM 264. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 382 - Intercollegiate Forensics Practical speech experience in debate and individual speaking events. Each section (COMM 282, 382) may be repeated once for a total of eight credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. COMM 385 - Persuasive Communication Techniques of persuasive speaking and communication persuasion theories. Experience in the preparation and delivery of speeches.
COMM 435 - Playwriting for Performance Creation of original material for solo or corporate dramatic performance. Workshop for the presentation of created original materials for stage. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 440 - Communication Internship For students prepared to gain practical experience. Usually off campus in a work situation. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Note(s): Contact Communication Studies Office to pick up contract and receive instructions. May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. COMM 450 - Communication Practicum Directed practical experience in the various fields of communication. Note(s): An Add/Drop Slip and Arranged Course Form must be obtained at the Communication Studies Office. May be taken for a total of six credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. COMM 463 - Advanced Acting Workshop Further in-depth study of characterization, script analysis, and various styles of acting. Topics may vary. Prerequisite(s): 263; 363 (concurrent registration permitted). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 465 - Rhetorical Criticism Evaluation and assessment of communication sources and artifacts. Application of critical methodologies (e.g., pentadic, narrative, feminist, metaphoric, generic) to generate scholarly commentary. Prerequisite(s): 254. Fee: $50. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 468 - Drama for Christian Ministry Introduction to the mechanics and creativity of drama in the church, as well as issues facing the Christian drama coordinator or director. Class members are involved in class performances. This course explores the potential and practical experiences for use of drama in church and parachurch settings, providing insights for participants and leaders in
drama ministry. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 469 - Rhetoric of Media Studies
Rhetorical criticism and evaluation of communicative messages in film, television, theatre, popular music, the popular press/books, and Internet. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 470 - Communication Seminar Various aspects and problems in the fields of communication. Note(s): May be repeated with different course content. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. COMM 472 - Intercultural Communication Relationship between communication and culture with emphasis on factors affecting the quality and processes of interpersonal communication between persons of different cultures or subcultures. Cross-listed: INCS 420. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 473 - Communication and Diversity Study and analysis of intercultural communication and identity within the context of the United States. Cross-listed: INCS 421. Fee: $50. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 474 - Advanced Studies in Communication Behavior Selected communication topics varied by semester. Sections offered include: gender studies, relational studies, family communication, leadership communication, and engaging worldviews. Note(s): May be repeated with different course content. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 477 - London Theatre Study Tour Theatre-based tour of London, England, exploring Shakespeare’s birthplace, theatrical venues, and acting workshops. Note(s): Tour requires purchase of tour package to London, England and additional fees for Biola University credit. Project required for submission following return from London. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. COMM 480 - Directed Research Individual research in areas of communication determined in consultation with the instructor. Note(s): An Add/Drop Slip and Arranged Course Form must be obtained at the Communication Studies Office. May be taken for a total of 3 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3.
Prerequisite(s): 100. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 386 - Forms of Public Communication
Application, practice and analysis of selected communication forms from a rhetorical perspective. Sections offered in political, social issues and nonverbal communication. Note(s): May be repeated with different course content. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 387 - Organizational Communication The dynamics of organizational communication centering in systems, structures and patterns of work/workplace communication; the role of communication in organizational development. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 391 - Directing Theatre Exploration of the art and craft of directing for the theatre. Topics covered: storytelling, instincts, staging, picturization, dramatic tension, style, meaning, examining, text, groundplans, auditioning, working with actors and other relevant issues facing the director. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Note(s): Attendance at selected plays is required. Fee: $50. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 405 - Dramatic Theory Survey of prominent dramatic theories (e.g. Aristotle’s Poetics, dramatic theory of story structure, contemporary theatre theory, etc.). Elements of dramaturgy will also be introduced. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 409 - Production Practicum II Advanced practical experience in dramatic process. Credit for performing in a play, set construction, costume construction, publicity, or other aspects of theatrical process. Note(s): May be taken twice for a total of 4 credits. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. COMM 419 - Dramatic Design and Criticism Scene design, including script analysis, formation of visual concepts, floor plan development and model building for the stage. Practical training in theatrical production written critiques/reviews. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. COMM 432 - Rhetorical Theories Major theories of rhetorical and public address from classical to contemporary periods. Prerequisite(s): 254. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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