COM - Communication
This course introduces students to a variety of communication concepts and career possibilities in addition to the role communication plays in contemporary society.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
General education approach to theory and process of human communication with practicum opportunities. Satisfies Oral English Competency.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
General education approach to theory and process of human communication, especially communication tailored for electronic media. Satisfies Oral English Competency. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Content focuses on how values, attitudes and beliefs influence communication among people from different cultural backgrounds. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course explores the complexities of deception within different contexts; focusing on the various forms of deceptive communication, motivations to deceive, and deception detection.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course addresses the implications of communicating in virtual worlds. Concepts to be addressed include: identity construction, online relationships, collaborative work environments, and ethics. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Basic theories pertaining to spoken symbolic interaction, focusing mainly on the psychological and sociological aspects of interpersonal communication and public address.
Credits
3(0-3)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Varied topics of current interest; course is repeatable for up to 6 hours when content previously studied is not duplicated.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This class introduces students to the communication behaviors that lead to happier and more fulfilling lives and offers students opportunities to practice those techniques. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Current communication theories and practices in the modern formal organization. Especially recommended for students on preprofessional curricula.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Prepares students without experience to gain understanding of theory and practice of debate. Satisfies Oral English Competency. Recommended for prelaw, prebusiness, urban government students, and teachers.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Opportunities for intensive research on topics in debate and various forms of forensics for students in the University forensics program. Satisfies Oral English Competency. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits
2-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Video Games and Communication is an introduction to key issues related to contemporary digital game studies. May be offered as Writing Intensive.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
An introduction to the research and its methodologies in speech communication. Students will read and write about primary research in the discipline. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: a grade of C (2.0) or better in COM 251.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
a grade of C (2.0) or better in COM 251
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of American and International media to identify assumptions about global citizenship and how global citizenship relates to issues such as race/ethnicity and identity. Identical to
BCA 309. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: A minimum of 12 completed credit hours. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International Education. Recommended: A minimum of 56 completed credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
A minimum of 12 completed credit hours. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International Education.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
BCA 309
This course explores how language and public speeches shape decisions, create political support, define presidential leadership, repair public images, and celebrate community values. Writing Intensive.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Theories and application of the methods surrounding small-group interaction processes.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Theories and techniques for creating public speeches. Designed for students who seek to improve public-speaking skills. Satisfies Oral English Competency.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Assists the student in understanding interpersonal communication behavior including how interpersonal communication both shapes and is shaped by society. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Focuses on the role of communication in creating and perpetuating gender stereotypes. Emphasis is on personal growth and awareness in a variety of contexts. Identical to WGS 362. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
WGS 362
Study of establishing and achieving communication goals in a variety of formalized interviewing contexts. Emphasis given to question development and interviewing skills. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Application of theories and principles underlying attitude change. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Examines the non-language dimensions of communication in several social settings: dyadic, small group, crosscultural, and subcultural.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course will assist students in increasing their understanding of communication skills applied to the health professions and healthcare settings.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Designed to help students integrate their communication knowledge and demonstrate higher-order thinking, decision-making, and interaction skills by applying them to professional and real-world situations. Students must achieve a C or better to count
COM 401 toward the COM major and satisfy requirements for graduation. Prerequisites:
COM 251, COM 301 with a grade of C or better;
COM 353,
COM 357,
COM 361; 9 additional hours toward the COM major; senior status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 with a grade of C or better; COM 353, COM 357, COM 361; 9 additional hours toward the COM major; senior status
Corequisites
None.
Theory and practice in leadership skills with special emphasis on oral communication. Examines leadership in both voluntary and non-voluntary organizations. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites:
COM 251, COM 301 with C (2.0) or better; or
LDR 200 and junior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 with C (2.0) or better; or LDR 200 and junior standing
Corequisites
None.
Designed to apply a variety of communication concepts and skills within a supervised organizational setting. Prerequisite: Prior written approval of COM internship coordinator. Limited to junior and senior COM majors and minors.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prior written approval of COM internship coordinatorLimited to junior and senior COM majors and minors
Corequisites
None.
Survey of interpersonal communication theories. Focuses on current issues and concepts in the area of interpersonal relationships. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better;
COM 361.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better; COM 361
Corequisites
None.
Student-initiated study guided by faculty member. Prerequisites: overall B average; signed Independent Study Form with faculty member.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Overall B average; signed Independent Study Form with faculty member
Corequisites
None.
Philosophy, principles, and methods. Curricular and co-curricular responsibilities of secondary teachers (grades 7-12). Students also will work as a teaching assistant in
COM 101. Prerequisites: Tier Two - Admission of Candidacy to Teacher Education. Must be taken the spring semester prior to student teaching at the secondary level in Speech.
Credits
4(4-0)
Prerequisites
Tier Two - Admission of Candidacy to Teacher EducationMust be taken the spring semester prior to student teaching at the secondary level in Speech
Corequisites
None.
Individual one-week assignment in a public school of on-site observation and participation under the supervision of the department and a secondary speech communication teacher. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: permission of instructor;
EDU 107. Co-requisite:
COM 492.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
permission of instructor; EDU 107
Corequisites
COM 492
Guided experience as communication facilitator and/or peer consultant. Students develop interpersonal, small group, public speaking, leadership, and supervisory communication skills in an applied setting. Repeatable up to 6 hours when content does not duplicate previous topics. Prerequisite: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or a declared IPR major; interview with instructor.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or a declared IPR major; interview with instructor.
Corequisites
None.
Current communication theories and practices in organizational crisis management and external crisis communication. Emphasis on public relations and communication. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
COM 251, 301, with a grade of C (2.0) or better and completion of 56 credit hours; or
JRN 350, 369 with a grade of C (2.0) or better and completion of 56 hours; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301, with a grade of C (2.0) or better and completion of 56 credit hours; or JRN 350, JRN 369 with a grade of C (2.0) or better and completion of 56 hours; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
This course examines negative communication behaviors such as expression of jealousy, gossip and rumor, embarrassment, criticism, deception, coercion, and obsession. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Examines communication issues and best practices for successful virtual teams. Includes processes for developing and maintaining virtual team identity/roles, leadership, performance, project planning/organization, and evaluation. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
COM 225;
COM 251, 301 with a C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 225; COM 251, COM 301 with a C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
This course examines American political communication and addresses the connections between political discourse, the American people, and the media. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Current topics of each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. 3 hours each; maximum credit 9 hours. Prerequisites: grades of C (2.0) or better in
COM 251, 301.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
grades of C (2.0) or better in COM 251, COM 301
Corequisites
None.
Theories of rhetoric and communication from the classical, medieval, and Renaissance periods studied in a comprehensive historical philosophical survey. Prerequisite:
COM 251, 301 with grades of C or better.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 with grades of C or better
Corequisites
None.
Research and methods of communicating changes into existing social systems. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Theory, research, and practical application of managing conflicts through communication. Focuses on conflict between people in the contexts of family, group, and organizations. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared IPR major; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
The study of verbal and nonverbal communication processes, patterns, and problems in the family. The uniqueness of the family system as a communication context is emphasized. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours completed;
COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared Family Studies major or minor; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 credit hours completed; COM 251 with a grade of C or better or declared Family Studies major or minor; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Research and methods of communicating health messages for education and disease prevention. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites:
COM 251, 301 each with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 each with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
This course examines the role of training in improving communication in organizations. The course discusses the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of organizational communication training. Prerequisites:
COM 251, 301 with grades of C or better;
COM 264.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 with grades of C or better; COM 264
Corequisites
None.
Integrates research from several fields describing communication patterns between students and teacher-to-student within school settings. Designed for students interested in teaching or administration. Prerequisite: completion of 56 hours of undergraduate credit.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
completion of 56 hours of undergraduate credit
Corequisites
None.
Designed to provide the student or the professional teacher with the skills needed to coach and administer forensic activities on the high school level. Prerequisites:
COM 251, 301 with grades of C or better.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
COM 251, COM 301 with grades of C or better
Corequisites
None.