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2015-2016 Catalog
Communication
COMMUNICATION (COMM)
1
PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
Fundamentals of public speaking utilizing theories
and techniques of communication enhance public speaking
skills. Particular emphasis will be on the organization and
criticism of public discourse. This will be achieved through
research, reasoning, presentations, and the evaluation of
various types of speeches which include informative and
persuasive speeches. A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-IDCOMM 110)
1H
HONORS PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
LIMITATION ON ENROLLMENT: Enrollment in the
Honors Program.
Fundamentals of public speaking utilize theories
and techniques of communication to enhance public speaking
skills. Particular emphasis will be on the organization and
criticism of public discourse. This will be achieved through
research, reasoning, presentations, and evaluation of various
types of speeches which include informative and persuasive. As
an Honor’s section, this class will employ enhanced methods
such as the use of advocacy and debate in addition to exploring
prominent speakers and the analysis of famous speeches. (A,
CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM 110)
2
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
Interpersonal communication is designed to increase
understanding and implementation of effective interpersonal
communication behaviors and skills. This course will examine
basic practical everyday communicative interaction; behavioral
aspects of interpersonal communication, self-concept,
perception, listening, non-verbal communication, conflict,
language gender and cultural differences will be emphasized.
Students will engage in both group communication and the
development of oral presentations. (A, CSU-GE) (C-ID
COMM 130)
4
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.
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 140)
10
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for 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.
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)