Communication (COM)

General Course Information

Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

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COM-001
Elements of Speech
Credit(s) 3

COM 001 provides instruction in the fundamental processes of oral communication, including traditional and internet research methods. This course is designed to improve the student's ability to function in any speaking situation. Emphasis is on the basic concepts of speaking as a transfer of understood messages, particularly as a communication between a single speaker and an audience. Students are involved in the critical thinking process of preparing and delivering extemporaneous speeches and in the development of active listening skills.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
Prerequisite(s):: ENG 051A
Transfers to:: UC/CSU
C-ID:: COMM 110

COM-002
Oral Interpretation of Literature
Credit(s) 3

COM 002 provides an introduction to performance studies and an analysis, appreciation, and application of theories of interpretive performances of various forms of literature including poetry, prose, and drama (plays, scripts and screenplays).

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
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Transfers to:: UC/CSU
C-ID:: COMM 170

COM-003
Argumentation and Debate
Credit(s) 3

COM 003 provides instruction in methods of critical inquiry and advocacy. The course focuses on identifying fallacies in reasoning and language,testing evidence and evidence sources, advancing a reasoned position, and defending and refuting arguments. The course also covers the analysis,presentation, and evaluation of oral and written arguments.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
Prerequisite(s):: COM 001
Transfers to:: UC/CSU
C-ID:: COMM 120

COM-004
Small Group Dynamics and Presentation
Credit(s) 3

COM 004 provides instruction in the dynamics of small group communication. Students will explore their own communication skills and weaknesses through the application of critical thinking and analysis. Students will learn a variety of problem-solving and leadership techniques, including how to conduct meetings and discussions, as well as how to effectively and persuasively present information within small groups and as a small group to a larger audience, utilizing both traditional and Internet research methods to gather and analyze information.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
Prerequisite(s):: ENG 051A
Transfers to:: UC/CSU
C-ID:: COMM 140

COM-005
Interpersonal Communication
Credit(s) 3

COM 005 is designed to provide understanding, critical thinking, and practical skills in basic communication settings; one to one, one to many, and speaker to audience. Students will engage in interpersonal exercises to use communication skills such as listening, paraphrasing, describing feelings, decision-making, perception checking, and verbal and non-verbal communication.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
Prerequisite(s):: ENG 051A
Transfers to:: CSU