COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
tion locations, participate in critical film reviews, and interact with guest speakers and spokespersons. The aim of the cur- riculum is to pro,1de an opporrunity for students to build upon previous under- graduate experiences and investigate future academic and/ or professional opporrunities. The curriculum presents a balance of theory and practice throughout the semester long program. The co~t of the program is similar to that of a semester on campus at Biola. Six academic units can be counted as credit for com 440 (In tern- ship) , and com 459 (Practical and Ethical Issues in Communication Careers), both required courses for the radio-television-film concentra- tion. The additional IO units wi ll be counted as communication electi ves. The program is open to qualified juniors and seniors. For further infor- mation, consult Dr. Tom Nash, of the Communication Department. MINOR A Communication minor is offered with completion of a minimum of 18 units, I2 of which must be upper divi- sion. Must include 457 and 458. Con- tact the Communication Department regarding specific courses. COURSES Nole: In all concenlralions the lolal number of units for major area credit from praclirnm, internship and directed research courses may nol exceed nine units. 100 Introduction to Public Communication (3) Development of communication skills in public speaki ng. The course will include attention to audience analysis, speech , research , organization and critical thinking. 140 Resident Assistant Practicum (3) Provides students with the opportu- nity to learn, exercise and refine ski lls which wi ll faci litate personal growth and increase their ab ility to so lve 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 re lati onships. Cannot be coun ted toward the major. 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: S50.
170 Small Group Communicalioq (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 ammgement of ideas. 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 anatomical and physiological bases of the normal voice. Training in articulation, pronunciation and related oral skills. 223 Beginning Sign Language (2) In troduction and practice in the fun- damental sk ills 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 fo r those who possess the basic skills of manual communication. Further instruction in the develop- ment of sign vocabulary , finger- spelling, fluency, receptive and expressive ski ll s. Prerequisite: 223 or permission. Does not meet the for- eign language requirement. 230 Introduction to Writing Application (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:
270 Interpersonal Communication (3) This course focuses on developing com- munication skills in the dyadic setting including emphasis on essential precon- ditions, conflict management, interper- sonal relationships, non-verbal behavior and creative supportive 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. 282, 382 Intercollegiate Forensics (2-2) Practical speech experience in debate and indil1dual speaking events. Each section may be repeated once for a
of copy editing techniques. Study of the structure and history of the newspaper industry, press ethics and press laws. Computer operation abili ty required. 332 Principles of Editing and Design (3) Emphasis on copy editing and design skills necessary for quality publication of newspapers, magazines and public rela- tions literature. Editing for style, gram- mar and punctuation; improving copy; writing headlines and cutlines; effective use of type; use of color and an; and principles of page design. Fee: SIS. 334 Article Writing (3) The writing and marketing of non-fic- tion articles for newspapers and maga- zines. Prerequisite: 230 or permission . 336 Broadcast Journalism (3) A laboratory course in radio and tele- vision journalism, including all aspects of writing and delivery of broadcast news programs and documentaries. Te levision studio newscasting is
total of eight uni1.1. 312 Phonetics (3)
The ~ience of the articulate sounds of human speech; classification, reproduc- tion and proper recording of speech sounds; principles of phonetic change. (See also lntercultural Srudies 413.) 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 heari ng 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 ch ildren 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 theori es concerning etiology, classification, evaluation and therapy. Prerequisite: 321, 326 or permission. 328 Stuttering (3) Review of the theories dealing with the etiology of stuttering and methods of therapy. 330 Journalism Practicum (1) Supervised practical experience in writ- ing and/ or editing the Chimes, or pro- ducing the Bio/an. Prerequisite for the Chimes staff: completion of/ or current enrollment in 331 or the equivalent. 331 Reporting (3) Basic training in news gathering and extensive writing of news and feanire sto- ries under time pressure. Introduction
required. Lab fee: SIS. 347 Photojournalism (3)
Further study in black and white tech- niques and introduction to color, with special emphasis on the structure, law and ethi cs of photojournalism. Lab intensive, portfolio oriented. Fee: $30. 350 Studies in Broadcasting (3) Aspects of theory an d practice of broadcasting. May be repeated with different course content. Fee: $30. 351 Broadcast Announcing and Performance (3) Theory and practice of professional announc in g, newscasting , sports announcing, interviewing and other performance for radio and television. Fee: $10. 352 Introduction to Television and Film Production (3) Introduces student to scripting form , film and television cameras, lighting, edit ing, composition , much more. Lab fee: $40. 353 Television Production (3) Students wi ll write and serve on pro- duction teams to produce a variety of formats of tel evision programs. Pre-
$45. (See also Art 221.) 251 Sound Workshop (3)
An introduction to the sound medium as app li ed to radio, television and film . Lab fee: $25. 261 Beginning Aeling (3) Lecrures, demonstrations and laboratory experience in acting. Content includes concentrations, observation, control and effective use of the body, pantomime, improvisation, stage techniques, the actor's resources and methods of charac- ter development. Fee: S50.
requisite: 352. Lab fee: $50. 355 Broadcast Programming and Promotion (3)
Includes audience analysis and consid- eration of various programming theo- ries and techniques. Also promotion techniques for audience acquisition and retention. Fee: $25. 356 Dramatic Script Writing (3) Writing of dramatic scripts for televi- sion or film production. Fee: $25.
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