Communication Studies 2.0 AA-T Degree
The Associate of Art for Transfer in Communication Studies 2.0 is designed to provide
students a seamless transfer to the California State University system. The degree
is designed to prepare students for a baccalaureate degree in Communication Studies
or similar major.
The AA-T in Communication Studies 2.0 offers broad-based preparation in effective
oral and written communication, presentation, and debate as well as a foundation in
group dynamics and interpersonal relationships. The degree is designed to provide
entry-level skills and knowledge for those students who simply want to improve their
marketability with potential employers. The degree prepares students in the main skills
employers look for in potential employees: the ability to effectively communicate
both orally and in writing and to effectively work in groups and/or teams.
Program student learning outcomes:
- Students will speak in an understandable and organized fashion to explain their ideas, concepts and express their feelings.
- Students will listen actively and respectfully to analyze the substance of others' comments and materials.
- Students will utilize different forms of research materials.
- Students will demonstrate effective argumentation by formulating written and/or oral arguments that are free of errors in reasoning.
- Students will perform a variety of verbal and nonverbal skills to bring literature to life and heighten the effectiveness of the performer’s message.
Students must meet the following requirements to qualify for an Associates for Transfer Degree (ADT):
- Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University (CSU).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Minimum grade of “C” for each course in the major.
- Completion of CalGETC Requirements with a minimum grade of "C".
Recommended Course Sequence: Communication Studies 2.0 AA-T Degree
| Course # | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (6 Units) | ||
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| COM 005 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Plus 9 units from the courses listed below: | ||
| COM 002 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| COM 003 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| COM 004 | Small Group Dynamics and Presentation | 3 |
| COM 006 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| Plus 3 units from the courses listed below: | ||
| Any Course listed above not already taken | ||
| ENG 002 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| OR ENGL C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 001 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Total Major Units | 18 | |
| Units that may be double-counted as GE | 9 | |
| General Education (Cal-GETC) Units | 34 | |
| Elective Units | 17 | |
| Total Degree Units | 60 | |