COMMUNICATION STUDIES (COM) FORMERLY SPEECH COMMUNICATION (SP)
COMM 10 (CAN SPCH 4) 3.0 units
Elements of Public Speaking
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
The theory and practice of public speaking is explored through the analysis, construction and delivery of various types
of speeches.
Transfer Status: Transferable toUC/CSU,see counselor for limitations.
COMM 20 3.0 units
Elements of Interpersonal Communication
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
This course takes an experiential approach to the study of the process of communication at both the intrapersonal and
interpersonal levels. Timewill be devoted to both the study of recent theories and experiments within the field
of speech communication and their practical applications as related to perception, listening, non-verbal, conflict
resolution and one’s self-concept.
Transfer Status: Transferable to CSU, see counselor for limitations.
COMM 25 3.0 units
Elements of Intercultural Communication
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
Study of the relationship between culture and communication, emphasizing social, linguistic, psychological and nonverbal
variables. Includes problems in the practice of intercultural communication.
Transfer Status: Transferable toUC/CSU,see counselor for limitations.
COMM 30 (CAN SPCH 10) 3.0 units
Elements of Group Communication
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
The theory and practice of basic principles and techniques of both small group and public group communication.
Problem solving, critical thinking, creative thinking, conflict resolution, roles and skills for group interaction and
leadership are employed.
Transfer Status: Transferable toUC/CSU,see counselor for limitations.
COMM 31 3.0 units
Elements of Leadership Communication
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
Explore definitions and theories of leadership, purposes and functions of leaders in various settings and provide
opportunities for the practical application of the techniques of leadership toward understanding the role of leaders in
organizational success.
Transfer Status: Transferable to CSU, see counselor for limitations.
COMM 50 3.0 units
Elements of Oral Interpretation
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
The basic principles of oral communication are explored through oral reading of prose, poetry and dramatic literature.
Transfer Status: Transferable toUC/CSU,see counselor for limitations.
COMM 60 (CAN SPCH 6) 3.0 units
Elements of Argumentation and Debate
3.0 hours lecture
Grading: letter grade or credit/no credit
The fundamentals of research skills and reasoning are explored and applied to the debate of timely issues. An added
appreciation for the role of advocacy and reasoning in a free society is examined.
Transfer Status: Transferable toUC/CSU,see counselor for limitations.