General Course Descriptions : Communications

For AA, AS and AFA programs, 3 SHC in Speech/Communications may be substituted for 3 SHC in Humanities/Fin Arts. Speech/Communication may not substitute for the literature requirement.

COM 110                   Intro to Communication                   3                   0                   3

This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts. Students will also explore careers in communication. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement humanities/ fine arts (substitute). This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). (D)

COM 120                   Interpersonal Communication                   3                   0                   3

Prerequisite: Reading proficiency or RED 090

This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. Students will also prepare and deliver presentations individually and in groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute). This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). (F/S)

COM 231                   Public Speaking                   3                   0                   3

Prerequisites: Reading proficiency or RED 090 and ENG 111/111A

This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. Students will also demonstrate and apply basic interpersonal communication skills. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute). (F/S) See the SEL and SEM prefixes for generic Selected Topics and Seminar course descriptions.