C COMM 103 – Introduction to Mass Communication (3) A survey of the history and current trends in mass communication that focuses on media literacy and the relationship between mass media society. Topics include books, newspapers, radio, television, film, the Internet, advertising, public relations, global media, media law, and media ethics. COMM 202 – Dynamics of Group Communication (3) Explores the principles and practices of effective participation in small groups, with emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, organizational skills and cooperative methods. Combines a theoretical foundation with practical application to help students better understand the dynamics of group communication in both professional and social contexts, including exploration of group norms, group roles, leadership styles, cultures, and conflict. COMM 204 – Foundational Writing for the Communication Field (3) Teaches the fundamentals of writing for the communication field by focusing on identifying, evaluating, constructing, and organizing effective persuasive arguments; conducting research and ethically documenting sources; and producing, efficient writing styles that can be adapted to various writing situations and industry standards within the communication field. Prerequisite: ENG 102 and ENG 104 COMM 205 – Beginning Reporting (3) Introduces students to fundamentals of news writing for all forms of mass media. Focuses on essential news gathering skills including interviewing, cultivating sources, generating story ideas, information-gathering strategies, reporting, writing, story components, news values, reporting principles, and Associated Press Style. Combines a theoretical foundation with practical application. COMM 210 – Audio Production (3) Introduction to the principles and techniques of radio and television audio production. Course includes technical and creative use of microphones, mixing consoles, music, sound effects, and audio recorders for radio, television, and film sound tracks. Lab fee required. Co-requisite COMM 210L. Prerequisite: COMM 103. COMM 210L – Audio Production Laboratory (NC) Co-requisite: COMM 210L COMM 212 – Introduction to Digital Photography (3) Provides a comprehensive introduction to digital photography, including camera operation, software application, framing, news value and legal and ethical considerations. Students must own or have access to a digital camera with manual functions. Lab fee required. COMM 215 – Newspaper Practicum (2) Practical experience through work on student newspaper
or yearbook as staff writers or editors under the supervision of the instructor. (May be repeated for a maximum of four hours). COMM 231 – Argumentation Theory (3) Techniques of broadcast announcing, voice development, microphone techniques and practical experience with various material in broadcast situations. COMM 250 – Techniques of Listening (3) Students learn principles and techniques of listening to improve their concentration level, interpersonal relationships and job effectiveness. Attitudes, behaviors and habits of effective listening are explored. COMM 260 – Introduction to Public Relations (3) Introduction to the theory and practice of public relations, including its functions in organizations and society, as well as issues, concepts and theories. Emphasis on practical applications. Lab fee required. COMM 268 – Workshop in Communication (1-9) As announced. (May be repeated for credit). COMM 289 – Internship (1-9) Students working in a related field may receive one credit per 60 hours of approved job experience. Job approval is determined by instructor/departmental review and course credit may require additional projects or assignments. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. COMM 293 – Topics in Communication (1-9) As announced. (May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor and administrative approval). COMM 299 – Programmatic Capstone (1) In this course, students will demonstrate proficiency and attainment of the programmatic outcomes for their chosen field of study. This course must be successfully completed the final semester prior to graduation. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS (CDIS) CDIS 144 – Introduction to American Sign Language (3) Develop basic visual/receptive and expressive signed communication skills with working vocabulary of 500 signs and “survival phrases.” Acquire basic information about ASL structure and grammar, including fingerspelling. Introductory information about deaf culture and deaf community. CDIS 244 – American Sign Language I (3) Continuation of introductory ASL course. Increase vocabulary by 300+ signs with a primary focus on grammatical features, structure and syntax. Additional topics include advanced fingerspelling, numbers, classifiers and basic conversational functions. Prerequisite: CDIS 144. ENMU-Ruidoso Branch Community College | 2018-19 Catalog | 77