Communication Studies (COMM)

COMM 005  Survey of Human Communication   Units: 3

This introductory communication course focuses on the basic foundations of public speaking, interpersonal communication, and small group communication. Students will examine and practice human communication principles and theories to develop critical thinking and communication competencies in a variety of contexts. This course exposes students to rhetorical theory and public speaking fundamentals within the contexts of their interpersonal interactions, group communication processes, and live presentations (including informative and persuasive speeches). (C-ID COMM 115)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None

COMM 013  Small Group Communication   Units: 3

This course covers principles of communication in a variety of group contexts. Topics include theory, application, and evaluation of group processes, including problem solving, conflict management, and leadership. This course exposes students to rhetorical theory, small group theory, and public speaking fundamentals within the contexts of their interpersonal interactions, group communication processes, and live presentations (including informative and persuasive speeches). (C-ID COMM 140)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None

COMM 017  Intercultural Communication   Units: 3

This course focuses on the communication behaviors and values common to all cultures and on the differences that insulate and divide people of one culture from others. The study leads to a better understanding of domestic traditions, an increased appreciation of the behaviors of others, and an awareness of more effective methods of communication. Significant writing assignments are an integral part of the course. (C-ID COMM 150)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None

COMM 021  Introduction to Persuasion   Units: 3

This course examines historical and contemporary approaches to persuasive messages throughout time. The primary goal of this course is to provide students with a solid grounding in theories, principles, and strategies of social influence as they relate to everyday life. It will also focus on the oral presentation of persuasive appeals, and learning to construct, deliver, and critique persuasive messages. Significant speaking assignments are an integral part of the course. (C-ID COMM 190)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None

COMM 025  Argumentation and Debate   Units: 3

This course focuses on methods of critical inquiry and advocacy. It covers identifying fallacies in reasoning and language, testing evidence and evidence sources, advancing a reasoned position, and defending and refuting arguments. Analysis, presentation, and evaluation of oral and written arguments required. (C-ID COMM 120)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None

COMM C1000  Introduction to Public Speaking   Units: 3

In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. (C-ID COMM 110); formerly COMM 001
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: .
Advisory: ENG 001A or ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: 1C

COMM C1004  Interpersonal Communication   Units: 3

This course covers theory, research, and application of ethical one-to-one communication practices in various and diverse interpersonal relationships including in personal, professional, and social situations (formerly COMM 009). (C-ID COMM 130)
Lecture Hours: 54         Lab Hours: None          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A1b          CalGETC: None