COMMUNICATION STUDIES (COMM)
COMM 105 INTRODUCTION TO MASS MEDIA
3 Credit Hours
Critical examination of mass media with special emphasis on ways in which social, economic and psychological factors influence the structure, functions and effects of the media.
COMM 107 HUMAN COMM & RATIONAL DECISION
3 Credit Hours
COMM 111 ~FUND OF PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 Credit Hours
Principles of public communication; public speaking.
COMM 112 SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION
3 Credit Hours
Course focuses on the theories, concepts and skills necessary to function effectively in a variety of group settings. Topics include group norms, rules, roles, conflict management, leadership, problem solving, decision-making and team building.
COMM 202 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
3 Credit Hours
This course explores interpersonal communication, emphasizing verbal and nonverbal interactions, listening skills and conflict resolution. Students will gain practical skills and theoretical insights to improve personal and professional relationships.
COMM 210 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
3 Credit Hours
An introduction to American Sign Language. Recognize and produce approximately 700 signs, understand basic structure of ASL, communicate expressively and receptively in one to one conversations.
COMM 212 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
3 Credit Hours
COMM 281 CONTEST SPEAK: PREPARED EVENTS
1 Credit Hour
COMM 282 CONTEST SPEAK: ORIGINAL EVENTS
1 Credit Hour
COMM 283 CONTEST SPEAK: INTERPRETATION
1 Credit Hour
COMM 287 READERS THEATRE
1-3 Credit Hours
COMM 293 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE
1-8 Credit Hours
Cooperative work experience placements must be approved by the academic division.
COMM 295 SEMINAR IN COMMUNICATION
1 Credit Hour
COMM 297 SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 Credit Hours
Variable subject content that is determined by the academic division.
COMM 299 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-6 Credit Hours
COMM 303 BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL COMM
3 Credit Hours
COMM 304 HUMAN COMM/RATIONAL DECISIONS
3 Credit Hours
Argumentation, small group, persuasion, and systems theories application to the process and outcome of rational decision making in communication.
COMM 306 HUMAN COMM IN ORG & INSTITU
3 Credit Hours
Communication processes and problems in business and non-business organizations and institutions with attention to practical application.
COMM 308 NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION
3 Credit Hours
A study of nonverbal behavior as it occurs in interpersonal relations.
COMM 309 HEALTH COMMUNICATION
3 Credit Hours
Course provides an introduction to communication within the healthcare context using an interpersonal and organizational approach. It will examine how individuals construct, exchange and evaluate health care messages.
COMM 310 ARGUMENTATION & DEBATE
3 Credit Hours
COMM 316 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
3 Credit Hours
A comprehensive overview of communication in various cultures.
COMM 393 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE
1-12 Credit Hours
Cooperative work experience placements must be approved by the academic division.
COMM 397 SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 Credit Hours
Variable subject content that is determined by the academic division.
COMM 404 PERSUASION THEORY & RESEARCH
3 Credit Hours
Theory and research in persuasion, emphasizing a critical understanding and a working knowledge of select principles of speech communication upon changing attitudes, beliefs, values and behavior.
COMM 460 CAPSTONE COMMUNICATION STUDIES
1 Credit Hour
This course provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate comprehensive learning and application in communication studies. The course will also focus on final preparation for work and/or graduate school.