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CODS 210 Introduction to Human Disabilities (PDF | 194 KB) (3 units) - Survey of various types of human disabilities with an emphasis on communication disorders. This class explores the roles of Speech-Language Pathologists, Audiologists, Physical therapists and Occupational therapists in working with people with disabilities. Open to all majors.

CODS 318 Neurology & Neurological Conditions (PDF | 144 KB) (3 units) - An in depth analysis of the nervous system as it pertains to communication and communication disorders. In addition, various neurological disorders will be surveyed that can affect communication including, but not limited to, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, brain tumor, etc.

CODS 321 Clinical Phonetics & Phonology (3 units) - The study of phonetic transcription and phonological theory and the application of these concepts to patients with disordered speech.

CODS 324 Anatomy & Physiology of Speech (3 units) - Anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms. The normal processes of respiration, phonation, articulation, resonance and hearing are covered.

CODS 325 Speech & Hearing Science (3 units) - Introduction to acoustics of sound and the physiology and acoustics of speech production and perceptions. Topics include voice, resonance, and individual speech segments as well as instrumentation for analyzing the acoustic and perceptual characteristics of speech and hearing. Prerequisites: Math 101, PHSC 101; Fee: $30.

CODS 326 Speech & Language Development (3 units) - Normal development of speech and language in children in terms of syntax, semantics, phonology and pragmatics. Motor and cognitive development surveyed.

CODS 327 Childhood & Adolescent Language Disorders (3 units) - Study of delayed language development and childhood language disorders. Includes theories concerning etiology, classification, evaluation and therapy. Prerequisite: 210, 326.

CODS 328 Fluency Disorders (PDF | 166 KB) (3 units) - Review of the theories concerning etiology of fluency disorders. Survey assessment and treatment approaches for stuttering and cluttering. Prerequisite: 210.

CODS 418 Multi-Cultural Issues in Communicative Disorders (3 units) - Involves the assessment and intervention of students from multicultural backgrounds with speech and/or language difficulties. Attention paid to developing “cultural sensitivity” and an awareness of the cultural and bilingual influences on assessment and intervention decisions. The course is intended to prepare the student for effective and innovative work with clients from diverse populations. Prerequisite: 210.

CODS 422 Neurogenic Communication Disorders & Dysphagia (3 units) - Covers assessment and treatment of cognitive and communication and swallowing disorders resulting from stroke, traumatic brain injury, degenerative diseases and other adult neurological disorders. Diagnoses include aphasia, right hemisphere syndrome, head injury, apraxia, dysarthia and dementia. Prerequisite: 210, 318, 324 or permission.

CODS 424 Aural Rehabilitation (3 units) - Review of management procedures used by professionals for the rehabilitation / habitation of persons with hearing impairments. Includes speech reading, auditory training, hearing aids and other communication systems and assistive listening devices. Prerequisite: 210, 318, 324, or permission.

CODS 425 Audiology (3 units) - Anatomy and physiology of the ear; hearing problems, testing and rehabilitation. Practical experience in pure tone threshold testing. Prerequisite: 210, 324, 325, or permission. Lab fee: $15.

CODS 429 Clinical Practicum: Biola Speech / Language Clinic (1-2 units) - Supervised experience working with persons with communication disorders in the Biola Speech Clinic. Permission of the department must be secured the semester prior to enrolling for this course. May be repeated for a total of six units. Prerequisite: 210, 441, 442 and departmental consent. Students must have completed 25 hours of observation prior to clinic. Fee: $50.

CODS 432 Dysphagia (3 units) - The anatomy and physiology of normal swallowing and the anatomic and physiologic disturbances affecting deglutition, emphasizing radiographic and bedside diagnostic and treatment procedures. Prerequisites: 210, 318, 324 or permission.

CODS 439 Articulation and Phonological Problems (3 units) - Overview of the etiologies, diagnosis and remediation of articulation and phonological problems. Prerequisites: 210, 321, 324.

CODS 440 Communication Disorders Internship (1-3 units) - Limited to qualified juniors or seniors who wish to gain practical experience usually off campus in a work situation. Department permission required. May be repeated for a maximum of six units.

CODS 441 Diagnostic Methods (PDF | 163 KB) (3 units) - 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. Prerequisites: 210, 324 . Lab fee: $10.

CODS 442 Therapeutic Methods (3 units) - 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. Prerequisites: 210, 324. Lab fee: $10.

CODS 444 Voice & Craniofacial Disorders (PDF | 139 KB) (3 units) - 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 will also be surveyed such as cleft palate. Prerequisites: 210, 324 or permission.

CODS 450 Communication Practicum (1-3 units) - Directed practical experience in the various fields of communication disorders. Permission of the department must be secured the semester prior to enrolling for course. May be repeated for a maximum of six units.

CODS 466 Capstone Project in Communication Disorders (3 units) - Survey of Research terminology and methods as well as an emphasis on critiquing research. Course includes a student capstone research project. Prerequisite: senior status.

CODS 470 Communication Seminar (1-3 units) - Various aspects and problems in the fields of communication.

CODS 480 Directed Research (1-3 units) - Individual research in communication disorders determined in consultation with the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of three units. Prerequisite: consent.

communication disorders