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COMM1110 - SpokenCommunication (PublicSpeaking) (3-0-3)
A study of the fundamentals of effective speaking, with emphasis on preparation and
delivery of spoken presentations to inform and persuade. Instruction in and
assessment of speaking skills are based on the elements described by the Clayton
State Communication Outcome, focusing on the interrelationships among speaker,
listener, situation, purpose, knowledge, organization, vocal and physical delivery, and
language. Attention to group and inter-personal interaction is also included. Basic
instruction is provided in preparing audio-visuals, including electronic media, to
accompany end-of-semester presentations. (Not open to students with credit for
COMM 1001 and COMM 1002 without permission of the Department of Visual and
PerformingArts.)
COMM3015 - ResearchDesign inHumanCommunication (3-0-3)
Survey of contemporary quantitative and qualitative methods used in the study of
speech communication. Introduces students to the scientific method in areas of
communication studies such as intrapersonal, interpersonal, public, small group,
organizational, and nonverbal communication. Provides an introduction to interpretive
methods such as participant-observation, symbolic interactionism, and
ethnomethodology. Includes the analysis and evaluation of examples of
communication research found in the speech communication literature.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1102 (C); COMM 1110 (C); CMS 2100 (C), passing score on
theCMSWritingAssessment.
COMM3100 - Professional Communication (3-0-3)
A study and application of principles of effective communication skills in a variety of
business and other professional settings within multicultural and/or international
contexts. Includes effective verbal, nonverbal, and persuasive strategies; listening
competence; andgroup dynamics. This course is open to students from all majors.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1110 (C)`; ENGL 1102 (C).
COMM3210 –Communication Theory (3-0-3)
Study of major theories of interpersonal, group and mass communication, including
the hypodermic effect, group leader theory, social categories theory, and diffusion
theory.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1110 (C) andCMS 2010 (C)
COMM3300 - Interpersonal Communication (3-0-3)
This course is designed to help students develop effective interpersonal
communication skills. Students can expect to learn the theories and concepts of
interpersonal communication, and then apply them to “real world” situations. It is
expected that students will develop proficiencies in dyadic interactions and their
analysis. In other words, students should be able to evaluate andmoderate their own
behavior, and assess the skills of others. In this way, students develop skills and a
critical mindset that can be applied when they venture into the workplace.
Recommended completion of AreaC andE.3.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1102.
COMM3310 –Communication inContext (3-0-3)
Provides an intensive investigation of communication as it occurs within specific
contexts. Topics include computer-mediated communication, courtroom rhetoric,
family communication, health communication, instructional communication,
organizational interviewing, political rhetoric, small group communication, and the
rhetoric of social movements. May be repeatedwhen topics vary (four times total).
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1110 and junior standing
COMM3330 –Rhetorical Criticism (3-0-3)
This course is designed to examine the theories, methods, and applications of rhetoric
and rhetorical theory. This course will give students an introduction to the thinkers
andmovements in rhetorical history and examine rhetorical studies most significant to
popular culture. This course includes the study of various rhetorical perspectives
