- COM-001
- Elements of Speech
- Credit(s) 3
Elements of Speech
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 Literat
- Credit(s) 3
Oral Interpretation of Literature
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
- Prerequisite(s):
- COM 001
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- COMM 170
- COM-003
- Argumentation and Debate
- Credit(s) 3
Argumentation and Debate
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 & Present
- Credit(s) 3
Small Group Dynamics and Presentation
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
Interpersonal Communication
COM 005 covers the principles of verbal and nonverbal transactions that occur in relationships.
Study of theory and research findings and their application to communication in interpersonal
relationships in personal and professional contexts. Students will engage in interpersonal
exercises to use communication skills such as listening, paraphrasing, describing
feelings, decision-making.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Prerequisite(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- COMM 130
- COM-006
- Intercultural Communication
- Credit(s) 3
Intercultural Communication
COM 006 is an introduction to intercultural communication in domestic and/or global
contexts. The course examines the influence of cultures, language, and social patterns
on the ways members of groups relate among themselves and with members of different
ethnic and cultural groups. Theory and knowledge of effective communication within
and between culture is covered. etudents will draw comparisons between the communication
modes and dynamics among peope in diverse groups within the larger context of American
culture.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- COMM 150