Communication Studies Minor
Lower Division Requirements
COM113 Oral Communications
COM113 Oral Communications
This course is designed to introduce the process of public communication and to help develop and refine the skills of oral communication. (3 units; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM113-J | J | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-O | O | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-M | M | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-N | N | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-E | E | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-I | I | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-B | B | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-L | L | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-C | C | Cervantes, Cynthia D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-H | H | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-A | A | Pate, John R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-D | D | Cervantes, Cynthia D. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-G | G | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 356 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-F | F | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-A | A | Pate, John R. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-B | B | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-C | C | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-D | D | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-E | E | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-F | F | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-G | G | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-H | H | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-I | I | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-J | J | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-K | K | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | James Complex Array |
COM210 Forensic Workshop
COM210 Forensic Workshop
A participation class in forensics. Students compete in intercollegiate events. Majors may take a maximum of eight (8) units as part of the Communications Program. Communications minors may take a maximum of four (4) units. Students should consult their advisor in the Communication Arts Department to determine how many units per semester are allowed since the program is offered on a continuing basis. Cross-listed with COM 110, 310, and 410. (1-3 units; Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | COM210-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | TBA Array |
Upper Division Requirements
Fifteen (15) units from the following:
COM300 Public Relations
COM300 Public Relations
Principles, history and professional practice of public relations and the writing and production of materials for special events, newsletters, and brochures. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM300-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | COM300-B | B | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | COM300-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA ONLN |
COM308 Interpersonal Communications
COM308 Interpersonal Communications
This class examines the dynamics of the two-person communication process. Students will study the development of self-concept, self-disclosure, perception, listening, and feedback as they affect the communication process. Non-verbal communication, attitudes, beliefs, and values will also be explored.(3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | COM308-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex Array |
COM310 Forensic Workshop
COM310 Forensic Workshop
A participation class in forensics. Students compete in intercollegiate events. Majors may take a maximum of eight (8) units as part of the Communications Program. Communications minors may take a maximum of four (4) units. Students should consult their advisor in the Communication Arts Department to determine how many units per semester are allowed since the program is offered on a continuing basis. Prerequisite: COM 110 or 210. Cross-listed with COM 110, 210, and 410. (1-3 units; Multicultural; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM310-A | A | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | James Complex 356 |
COM333 Oral Interpret/Reader's Theater
COM333 Oral Interpret/Reader's Theater
Analysis and oral presentation of literature in a way that is vivid, compelling, and dramatic. This class will help the student to perfect skills in dramatic reading, reading of scripture, and finding and preparing literature for oral presentation. (3 units; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM333-A | A | Pate, John R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM333-B | B | Pate, John R. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 181 |
| Spring 2014 | COM333-A | A | Pate, John R. | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
COM400 Spec Topic Communication Studies
COM400 Spec Topic Communication Studies
Concentration upon a specific topic in the field of communication arts. Topic varies for different semesters. May be taken multiple times with change in topic. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM400-A | A | Cervantes, Cynthia D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM400-A | A | Marse, Michael | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | TBA Array |
COM401 Argumentation & Debate
COM401 Argumentation & Debate
A study of the principles and models of argumentation and debate, the basic theories, strategies, and processes by which a student may present an effective argument, as well as their application to business and interpersonal communication as well as ministry. The course provides practical experience in forming arguments, defending a position, using evidence to build a case, refutation, and analysis of arguments. Special emphasis given to the principles of Parliamentary Debate. May be repeated for a total of eight (8) units. Only three (3) units may be applied to the major. (1-3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM401-A | A | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Mission Hall 124 |
COM403 Communication Theory
COM403 Communication Theory
This course is designed to introduce theories in the academic field of communication studies. The focus of the course will be on recognizing human communication theories in everyday life, and being able to critically examine situations in multiple cultural contexts based on those theories. Connections will be made between these theories and the prominent theories of related fields. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM403-A | A | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
COM405 Rhetorical Criticism
COM405 Rhetorical Criticism
This course is designed to develop advanced analysis of communication artifacts using rhetorical theory. The course discusses and makes use of rhetorical theorists from classical and contemporary traditions to better understand cultural artifacts from various contexts. Application to various non-communication related fields will be explored. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | COM405-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
COM410 Forensic Workshop
COM410 Forensic Workshop
A participation class in forensics. Students compete in intercollegiate events. Majors may take a maximum of eight (8) units as part of the Communications Program. Communications minors may take a maximum of four (4) units. Students should consult their advisor in the Communication Arts Department to determine how many units per semester are allowed since the program is offered on a continuing basis. Prerequisite: COM 110 or 210. Cross-listed with COM 110, 210, and 310. (1-3 units; Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | COM410-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | TBA Array |
COM425 Organizational Communication
COM425 Organizational Communication
Examination of the nature and process of communication in modern organizations, including theories, change strategies, internal personnel relations, and conflict management, as they relate to organizational cultures. (3 units; Interdiciplinary; Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | COM425-A | A | Pate, John R. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | TBA Array |
COM450 Internship in Communication Arts
COM450 Internship in Communication Arts
Under faculty supervision, the student will be assigned to a position, utilizing principles of communication studies acquired and employed throughout their university experience. This internship provides an opportunity for investigating and participating in field experience with a practitioner of the trade, giving depth and breadth to their understanding of communication studies as a whole. Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair. (1-3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM450-A | A | Pate, John R. | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
| Spring 2014 | COM450-A | A | Pate, John R. | 01/08/2014 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
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