Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
C ommunication S ciences and D isorders
General Education Requirements In addition to the above courses, eventual licensing and credentialing in the field by the American Speech Language Hearing Association requires at least one course in the following G.E. areas: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Behavioral/Social Sciences, Research/ Statistics, and an alternative communication modality. In light of this, the department strongly recommends that students take the following G.E. courses:
Faculty Chair:
Matthew Rouse
Dantuma, Hernandez, Rouse
Associate Professor:
Biological Principles: Lecture Physical Science Survey: Lecture
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 4. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
BIOS 100 PHSC 101 PSYC 200 SOCI 220
Clemons
Assistant Professor:
Introduction to Psychology
Mission and Learning Outcomes The mission of the department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Biola University is to prepare Christian men and women with the proper foundation for graduate studies in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, so they can one day serve with excellence the millions of people whose lives are affected by various speech, language, hearing, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, problems that touch our sense of humanness. By the end of the program, students will have: (1) a foundational background in the sciences; (2) knowledge of normal communication structures and processes; (3) comprehensive knowledge of various communication disorders; (4) practical experience through observation of professionals in the field and through working in Biola’s Speech and Language clinic during the senior year; (5) a Christian perspective on course content and the fields of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Sociology
Recommended in addition if schedule permits. And 4 credits of American Sign Language: HUFA 101 Elementary American Sign Language
Credit(s): 4.
OR HUFA 102
Elementary American Sign Language Intermediate American Sign Language
Credit(s): 4.
OR HUFA 201
Credit(s): 4.
And
Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MATH 210
Credit(s): 3.
OR MATH 318
Biostatistics
Credit(s): 3.
Core Requirements In addition to the courses below, students must complete 25 hours of observation.
Introduction to Human Disabilities Neuroanatomical Foundations for Communication Disorders Clinical Phonetics and Phonology Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Speech and Hearing Science
Credit(s): 3.
CODS 210 CODS 318
Communication Sciences and Disorders, B.S.
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
CODS 321 CODS 324
The major in Communication Sciences and Disorders is a pre-professional degree that provides the student with a foundation in normal communication and an understanding of the complexities of communication disorders. It is the aim of the department to set this knowledge within the framework of a Christian perspective. Students completing this major should be fully prepared for the graduate work necessary for certification and licensure in the fields of Speech- Language Pathology or Audiology. Degree Program Upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements, the Communication Sciences and Disorders department offers the Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Overall, obtaining a degree in this major requires 56 credits. GPA Requirements All majors must achieve a minimum grade of a “C” in all major courses taken at Biola. Anyone receiving a lower grade must repeat the course with a higher grade to receive credit for the course.
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
CODS 325 CODS 328 CODS 331
Fluency Disorders
Speech and Language Development and Disorders (Birth to 5yrs) Speech and Language Development and Disorders (5yrs to Adolescents)
Credit(s): 3.
CODS 332
Credit(s): 3.
Multi-Cultural Issues in Communication Disorders Neurogenic Communication Disorders
CODS 418
Credit(s): 3.
CODS 422
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Aural Rehabilitation
CODS 424 CODS 425 CODS 429
Audiology
Clinical Practicum: Biola Speech/Language Clinic
Credit(s): 1 - 2.
Dysphagia
Credit(s): 3.
CODS 432 CODS 439
Articulation and Phonological Problems
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Diagnostic Methods Therapeutic Methods
CODS 441 CODS 442 CODS 444 CODS 466
Voice Disorders
Research in Communication Disorders
Credit(s): 3.
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