Courses
Lower Division Courses
COMM 110 Interpersonal Communication
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in 110 Workshop
LECTURE: Basic characteristics of the processes underlying the formation,
maintenance and termination of interpersonal relationships; theoretical
and practical implications of these characteristics in various forms of
interpersonal communication.
WORKSHOP: Planned exercises and activities designed to develop interpersonal
communications skills. (Lecture 2 hours, Workshop 2 hours). Not open to
students with credit in COMM 210. (CAN SPCH 8)
COMM 130 Essentials of Public Speaking
Composition and delivery of speeches to inform and persuade. Logical organization
is stressed. (CAN SPCH 4)
COMM 131 Argumentation
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in COMM 131W workshop is required
Theory of argumentation. Includes examination of forms and sources of
evidence, inductive and deductive arguments, construction of case briefs,
and refutation. (Lecture 1 hour.) (131+131W, CAN SPCH 6)
COMM 131W Argumentation Workshop
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in COMM 131 lecture is required
Two hour workshop develops critical thinking abilities with planned exercises
and speeches including construction and presentation of arguments, cases,
and refutation. (Workshop 2 hours.) (131+131W, CAN SPCH 6)
COMM 132 Small Group Discussion
Basic principles and techniques of discussion. Relationship of discussion
to democratic processes and contemporary society including a study and
practice of critical thinking and problem-solving techniques in various
group discussion settings. (CAN SPCH 10)
COMM 171 Speech Communication, Voice and Applied
Speaking
Application of speaking clarity and proficiency, voice quality and pacing,
and related communication modification objectives. Speaking process is
applied to realize personal, social, and professional verbal communication
skills. Not open to students with credit in COMM 271.
COMM 220 Elements of Organizational Communication
Role of communication in achieving organizational goals; theory and practice
of communication in private and public organizations; techniques to enhance
understanding in organizations.
COMM 236 Forensic Activity
Participation in intercollegiate forensic activities. Any student who
expects to participate in such activities during the semester should enroll.
The student's specific assignments will be determined in consultation
with the staff.
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