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2016-2017 Catalog
Communication - Computer - Science
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PERSUASION
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
An introduction to the study and practice of
persuasive discourse. This course was designed to examine
historical and contemporary approaches to persuasive
messages throughout time. The course will cover both theory
and application of persuasive techniques in personal and
professional communication. Opportunities are provided for
students to present and analyze persuasive materials orally and
in writing, as a way of developing communication and critical
abilities. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM 190)
8
GROUP COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
Group communication introduces students to how
communication can be used as a vehicle for solving problems
and making decisions imperative to successful social and
professional interaction. Students will develop a conceptual
understanding of small group principles and contexts, putting
this knowledge into action through a variety of experiential
activities. Students will study and practice theories, behaviors,
and the process of group interactions. Students will construct
and deliver informative and persuasive public presentations.
(A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM 140)
10
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: English 1A or 1AH.
Intercultural Communication introduces students
to the cultural variables and factors in the communication
process. Emphasis is given to communicating effectively in
diverse social and professional environments. Focus will also be
given to the analysis and comparisons of message perception,
verbal and nonverbal communication, communication
climates, and language interpretation in interactions between
people from different cultures. Activities are designed to
develop communication skills that improve competence in
intercultural situations. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM
150)
12
FUNDAMENTALS OF INTERPRETATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
The interpretation of literature through critical
analysis and oral performance of selected works including but
not limited to: poetry, fiction, essays, drama, and children’s
literature. This includes both individual and pair/group
performances. (A, CSU-GE) (C-ID COMM 170)
15
COMPUTER-
MEDIATED COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
From email to social networking to online dating
new communication technologies have changed the way people
build and maintain relationships. This course explores several
areas of study related to computer-mediated communication
including historical perspectives, relationship formation online,
online dating, hyperpersonal communication, the sociology of
social networks and online communities, families and online
communication, privacy and safety issues, and the convergence
of mass and interpersonal communication. (A, CSU)
25
ARGUMENTATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Completion of English 1A and
Communication 1 or Communication 1H.
Argumentation is designed to provide students with
the methods of critical inquiry and advocacy. Emphasis will
be placed on analysis, presentation and evaluation of oral and
written argumentation. This course focuses on identifying
fallacies, testing evidence, and advancing a reasoned position
while defending and refuting arguments. Students will write
a minimum of 6,000 words during the course of the semester.
(A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM 120)
COMPUTER SCIENCE (CSCI)
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DISCRETE MATHEMATICS
FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE
4 units, 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITE: Computer Science 40.
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course studies elements of discrete mathematics
which have applications to computer science. Topics include
sets, propositional and predicate logic, relations and functions,
proof techniques, graph, trees, and discrete probability. (A,
CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMP 152)