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May 19, 2024
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2017-2018 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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If you’re seeking individual course requirements pertaining to electives, the Course Filter below will assist in narrowing your search.
Variable Courses
Credit Hours-Lecture-Lab
X=Variable
FLI - Foreign Language Institute Courses
VAR - Variable Credit Courses
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COM-100 Introduction to Communication Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 This course provides an introduction to the study of communication, including interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, and public speaking. |
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COM-105 Public Speaking Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 This is an introductory course in research, composition, delivery, and evaluation of speeches for a variety of purposes and occasions. Students develop skills in critical listening and analysis through small group and individual activities. |
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COM-125 Introduction to Debate Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 This is an introductory course in the basics of debate. The components of research, reasoning and argumentation are studied and put into practical debate situations. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in COM 105 . |
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COM-150 Intro Mass Communication Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 The media are everywhere, and they affect almost every aspect of our lives, including our knowledge of the world around us: the decisions we make as consumers and the values we embrace. Print and electronic media are covered in this course. Prerequisite(s): COM 100 or COM 105 . |
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COM-200 Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 This course is designed as an introduction to the theory and practice of interpersonal communication. Students learn how to become both effective and appropriate communicators in a variety of contexts. Students also develop good listening and responding skills, conflict management strategies, sensitivity to language and an understanding of cultural and gender differences. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ENG 100 or ENG 101 and a grade of “C” or better in COM 100 or COM 105 . |
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COM-225 Organizational Communication Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lec 3 This course provides an in-depth study and application of effective communication practices within the workplace or any other organization. Students learn to improve infrastructural communication, while developing the skills required to lead, manage, and maintain positive and effective information flow within organizations. Prerequisite(s): COM 100 or COM 105 . |
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COM-290 Co-Operative Ed/Internship Credits: Variable Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 3 This course provides supervised work experience in the major discipline, providing the student with the opportunity to make practical application of the skills and knowledge attained. An individual application and instructional management plan will determine goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours or more and permission of department chair. |
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