Course Descriptions COMM‑104H
3 units
Honors Advocacy and Argument LEC 48-54 This course develops skills of critical inquiry and advocacy. Through the analysis and development of oral and written arguments, the student will gain experience in evaluating reasoning, identifying logical fallacies, testing evidence and sources of information, advancing a reasoned position, and refuting arguments. Prerequisite: ENGL-098 (with a grade of C or better). --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS D2 --Transfers to CSU only
COMM‑105
3 units
Voice and Diction LEC 48-54 This course covers voice and speech production for students of theater arts and communications and anyone who wishes to learn to use the voice effectively in a variety of performance situations. Special focus is placed on breath support, vocal relaxation, habitual use, optimum pitch, diction, phonetics and regional dialects. Students will work on developing skills in effective oral communication performance as well as character voice work. *Cross-listed as THA-105. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU
COMM‑106
3 units
Small Group Communication LEC 48-54 This course studies communication in small group contexts. Topics include the development of group rules and norms, the emergence of leadership and other roles, and the importance of diversity in decision making. Through participation in group simulations and discussions, the student will learn creativity and critical thinking in problemsolving and will develop skills of listening, leadership, consensus building, and conflict management. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS D2 --Transfers to CSU only --CSU Area(s): A1
COMM‑108
3 units
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 & 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. Prerequisite: None.
--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. The course is designed to meet associate degree and transfer requirements. 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
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 both UC/CSU
COMM‑116
3 units
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2 or AA/AS F
Gender and Communication LEC 48-54 This course examines the gender differences in communication, theories concerning gender differences, issues of gender in a variety of contexts such as families, relationships, the workplace, the media and school. Prerequisite: None.
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2 or AA/AS F
--CSU Area(s): D7
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
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.
216
--CSU Area(s): D4, D7
COMM‑117
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. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to CSU only
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