Course Descriptions theoretical intercultural perspectives. It examines potential sources of intercultural understanding and conflict, and explores ways to enhance the effectiveness of communication. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2 or AA/AS F--Transfers to both UC/ CSU--CSU Area(s): D7
COMM-108H
3 units
Honors Intercultural Communication LEC 48-54 This course studies communication and culture. It is designed to develop the student’s understanding of intercultural communication between/among people from different cultures across a variety of contexts. This course focuses on the development of cultural awareness (self and others), knowledge, appreciation, and current theoretical intercultural perspectives. It examines potential sources of intercultural understanding and conflict, and explores ways to enhance the effectiveness of communication. The course is designed to satisfy General Education requirements for the Associate Degree. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Honors Enrichment Program. AA/
AS General Education: AA/AS B2 or AA/AS F--Transfers to both UC/CSU-CSU Area(s): D7
COMM-110
3 units
Communications Media Survey LEC 48-54 This course provides a survey of communications media and the interrelationships of media, individuals, and society including the history, structure and trends in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, recorded music, film, home, video, and the Internet. Students will apply theories and analyze media effects within the context of economics, technology, law and ethics, and social issues, including gender and cultural diversity. The course is designed to meet associate degree and transfer requirements. It is aimed at students who intend to pursue careers in media or wish to be consumers that are more critical. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: AA/AS
B2--Transfers to both UC/CSU
COMM-113
3 units
Oral Interpretation of Literature LEC 48-54 This course analyzes the art of communicating works of literary merit to an audience. The appropriate literary selection, the use of vocal skills and facial and body expression will be developed in order to present works of literature to a theatrical audience. Individual and group performances of poetry, prose, and drama are included. *Crosslisted as THA-113. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: AA/
AS C--Transfers to both UC/CSU--CSU Area(s): C1
COMM-115
3 units
3 units
Professional Communication LEC 48-54 The purpose of this course is to examine and understand the role of communication within organizations. Concern will be given to theories and application pertaining to communication in the work place. Areas such as technologies, leadership, teamwork, culture, diversity, global organizations, and ethics will be examined in the course. Prerequisite: None. Transfers to CSU only
192
3 units
Public Relations LEC 48-54 This course is an introduction to the field and practice of public relations. It examines the origins and evolution of the role of the PR practitioner. Students will learn to identify trends, use research and respond ethically to the many challenges facing organizations today. Strategic management, choice of media, tactics, and types of campaigns are scrutinized and analyzed as are crisis communication and credibility. Prerequisite: None. Transfers to CSU only
COMM-120
3 units
Survey of Communication Studies LEC 48-54 This course examines the range of theoretical approaches to the field of communication studies. Course provides an introduction to the field of communication by addressing public, rhetoric, interpersonal, intercultural, group, organizational, mass, and mediated communication. Individual and group presentations help students identify and analyze communication patterns and their effects as well as develop strategies for becoming better communicators. Prerequisite: None. Not transferable
COMM-129
3 units
Reader’s Theater LEC 48-54 This course focuses on the theories and techniques of oral performance of literature and drama through solo, small group, and ensemble speaking. Students study script preparation/adaptation, staging/ directing techniques, and vocal skills. This course culminates in public performance. Prerequisite: THA-105 or THA-110 or COMM 119 (with a grade C or better). Transfers to CSU only
COMM-149
1-4 units
Occupational Internship: Communication OI 16-72 The purpose of this course is to enable eligible students to include supervised on-the-job training as an integral part of the total college educational program. This is accomplished through a planned program of learning experiences, which combines academic and vocational learning at school with new learning experiences on the job in an occupational setting. May be taken 4 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. Transfers to CSU only
COMM-201
Persuasion LEC 48-54 This course is designed to provide a better understanding of the theory, practice, and strategies of persuasion in a variety of human contexts. Knowledge of the persuasion process and social influence should enable one to make more informed decisions as a sender and receiver of persuasive messages. Students develop critical thinking skills by engaging in analysis, evaluation, and composition of persuasive messages. This course will help you become more effective at influencing others. Prerequisite: None. Transfers to CSU only
COMM-117
COMM-119
3 units
Advanced Public Speaking LEC 48-54 This course develops advanced principles and skills of public speaking, including application of rhetorical theory, advanced research skills, indepth audience analysis, and the art of clear, precise, and articulate delivery. In addition to fostering eloquence, consideration is paid to information competency and advanced critical analysis of oratory. Prerequisite: COMM-100 (with a grade of C or better). AA/AS General Education: AA/AS D2--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 1C--CSU Area(s): A1
COMM-299
1-3 units
Special Projects: Communication IS 16-54 Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. May be taken 3 times for credit. Prerequisite: Previous Communication classes; a contract with the instructor must be filled out prior to enrollment. Transfers to CSU only
Mt. San Jacinto College 2008-2009 Catalog