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(4) If, in the judgment of the commit tee, these goals can be met better through another major or concentra tion the proposal will be rejected. Obtaining a degree with this con centration requires a minimum of 36 units, 21 of which must be from the Department of Communication. Two specific courses, 458 and 478, are required. A minimum of 27 units must be upper division. The interdis ciplinary proposal must be submitted and approved no later than the first semester of the junior year. No exceptions will be made. Special Programs/Opportunities Los Angeles FIim Studies Program In addition to our film production courses offered on campus, Biola is able to offer a full semester of intensive study of film and the film industry through the Los Angeles Film Studies Program of the Coalition of Christian Colleges and Universities. Students live and study in the Hollywood area for either the fall or spring semester. Courses include, 'Inside Hollywood, the Work and the Working of the Film Industry' (four semester units) , 'Keep ing Conscience: Ethical Challenge in the Entertainment Industry' (four units), and 'Film in Culture: Exploring a Christian Perspective on the Nature and Influence of Film' (four units). Each student is also registered for an academic internship within the film industry (four units). Efforts are made to interrelate all aspects of the pro gram, including opportunity to visit stu dios and production locations, partici pate in critical film reviews, and interact with guest speakers and spokespersons. The aim of the clllliculum is to provide an opportunity for students to build upon previous undergraduate experi ences and investigate future academic and/ or professional opportunities. The curriculum presents a balance of theory and practice throughout the semester long program. The cost of the program is similar to that of a semester on campus at Biola. Six academic units can be counted as credit for COMM 440 (Internship), and COMM 459 (Practi cal and Ethical Issues in Communica tion Careers) , both required courses for the radio-television-film concentra tion. The additional IO units will be counted as communication electives. The program is open to qualified juniors and seniors. For further infor mation, consult Dr. Tom Nash, of the Communication Department
202 Introduction to Mass Media (3) Asurvey of mass media, including his tory, regulation, current scope, sup port systems, effects and ethics of newspapers, magazines, radio, televi sion, movies, records and books. 220 Voice and Articulation (3) Voice improvement through study of vocal life in performance. The class fea tures training in articulation, pronuncia tion and related oral skills. 223 Beginning Sign Language (2) Introduction and practice in the fun damental skills of signs and finger spelling for communication with the deaf. Provides a basic understanding of the psychological and social impli cation of deafness. Does not meet the foreign language requirement. 224 Intermediate Sign Language (2) Designed for those who possess the basic skills of manual communication. Further instruction in the develop ment of sign vocabulary, finger spelling, fluency , receptive and expressive skills. Prerequisite: 223 or permission. Does not meet the for eign language requirement 230 Introduction to Writing for Media (3) This course presents basic principles of writing and how these principles are used in various applications espe cially in writing for the mass media. 245 Photography (3) Experience in fundamentals of black and white photography covering both creative and technical aspects. Fee:
282, 382 Intercollegiate Forensics (2-2) Practical speech experience in debate and individual speaking events. Each section may be repeated once for a total of eight units. 305 Performance Theory and Criticism (3) Survey of historical and contemporary aspects of performance and culture. Development and discovery of meth ods of dramatic criticism from neo Aristotelian to postmodern. 315 The Plastic Elements: Conception and Collaboration (3) Exploration of visual and aural media available to the performer : sound , music, graphic, art, fine art, craft and multimedia technology. Creation of individual style as a performer/ writer. 321 Introduction to Communication Disorders (3) Survey of the various types and classifi cations of speech/ language disorders and the role of the speech pathologist in medical and educational settings. 324 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech (3) Anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms. The nor mal processes of respiration , phona tion, articulation, resonance and hear ing are covered. 326 Language Development (3) Normal development of speech and language in children in terms of syn tax, semantics, phonology and prag matics. Motor and cognitive develop ment surveyed. 327 Childhood Language Disorders (3) Study of delayed language development and childhood language disorders. Includes theories concerning etiology, classification, evaluation and therapy. Prerequisite: 321,326 or permission. 328 Fluency Disorders (3) Review of the theories concerning eti ology of fluency disorders . Survey assessment and treatment approaches
A Communication MiMr is offered with completion of a minimum of 21 units, 12 of which must be upper divi sion. Must include 457 and 478. Con tact the Communication Department regarding specific courses. COURSES 100 Introduction to Public Communication (3) Development of communication skills in public speaking. The course will include attention to multicultural communication encounters, audience analysis, speech, research , organiza tion and critical thinking. 109 Production Practicum 1 (3) Beginning directed practical experience in dramatic process of a work. Credit for performing in a play, set construc tion, costume construction, publicity, or other aspects of the theatrical process. Permission of instructor required May not be repeated for academic credit 140 Resident Assistant Practicum (1-3) Provides students with the opportu nity to learn, exercise and refine skills which will facilitate personal growth and increase their ability to solve problems as a member of the Resi dence Life Staff. Student should be enabled to reach higher levels of self understanding and deeper insights into dynamics which enhance and hinder interpersonal relationships . Cannot be counted toward the major. 141 Blolan Practicum (2) Supervised practical experience in the university student yearbook publica tion . Expectations include work in copy writing/ editing, composition for matting, photography and commit ment to meeting deadlines. Units cannot be counted toward the major but do count toward general electives. 160 Introduction to Drama (3) Appreciation of drama through an understanding of its historical devel opment, forms and styles, and produc tion techniques. Lab Fee: $50. 170 Small Group Communication (3) This course focuses on the individ ual's communication in a group set ting: leadership in groups; group communication norms and processes with emphasis on problem solving and conflict management techniques. 181 Introduction to Argumentation and Debate (3) Effective oral communication: invention, analysis, evidence, methods of attack and defense and arrangement of ideas.
$55. (See also An 221.) 251 Sound Workshop (3)
An introduction to the sound medium as applied to radio, television and film. Lab fee: $25. 263 Movement and the Performer's Body (3) This foundational class emphasizes the use of the performer's body. Attention to various practical movement and vocal ization theories will provide the student a great command of the performer's pri mary tool for acting. 270 Interpersonal Communication (3) This course focuses on developing communication skills in the dyadic setting including emphasis on essen tial preconditions, conflict manage ment , interpersonal relationships, non-verbal behavior and creative sup portive climates. 280 Oral Interpretation (3) Learning to read types of literature aloud in a manner that enhances and enriches the audience's understanding and appreciation of that literature.
for stuttering and cluttering. 330 Journalism Practicum (1)
Supervised practical experience in writing and/ or editing the Chimes. Prerequisite for the Chimes staff: com pletion of/ or current enrollment in 331 or the equivalent 331 Reporting (3) Basic training in news gathering and extensive writing of news and feature sto ries under time pressure. Introduction of copy editing techniques. Study of the structure and history of the newspaper industry, press ethics and press laws. Computer operation ability required
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