Communication (CO)

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IO = Infrequently Offered Course

 

CO      0620

Introduction to Mass Media

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

This course is an introduction to different forms of mass media-newspaper, magazines, books, radio, recordings, television, motion pictures and others. It is designed to give students an understanding of the media’s role in society, problems with media today, possible solutions to those problems, current media practices, mass media theory, ethics, and the media and social problems.

CO      0635

Introduction to Advertising

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

This course examines strategies, techniques, and principles behind effective advertising including planning, targeting, media selection and buying, strategy and design.

 

CO      0637

Introduction to Public Relations

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

This course introduces students to the public relations industry from management and practitioner standpoints.  It focuses on developing skills and knowledge required to be a successful public relations practitioner.

 

CO     0645

Debate I

2 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

This course is designed specifically for the student who is interested in competitive debating. The course will provide concise discussion of principles of debate and ample opportunities for practical application of these principles.

04/09/07

 

CO    0647

Debate II

2 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

This course is designed specifically for the student who is interested in competitive debating. The course will provide concise discussion of principles of debate and ample opportunities for practical application of these principles.

11/8/07

 

CO    0647

Forensics I

1 Credit Hour

Prerequisite:

None

This course explores various events for intercollegiate forensic competition. The student will select two or more events to prepare for competition. The student is required to participate in intercollegiate competition as scheduled. The course may be repeated for credit. Offers students experience in intercollegiate speech competition. Student’s research, prepares, practice, and perform at college tournaments in a variety of interpretive and/or public speaking events. Participation in forensics will build research and organization skills as well as public speaking and performance skills. Credit hours awarded are determined by tournament participation and the number of events prepared for competition by the student.

04/09/07

 

CO      1560

Fundamentals of Speech

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

None

A basic study of communication theory and its practical application at all levels:  intrapersonal (understanding the self), interpersonal (one-to-one relationships and small group interaction), and public speaking.  Students examine factors that influence the development of the self-concept and interpersonal relationships, participate in problem-solving panel discussions, deliver informative and persuasive speeches, and improve their critical listening and thinking skills.

 

CO      1563

Critical Thinking and Argumentation

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite:

CO  1560  Fundamentals of Speech or consent of instructor

This course is an introduction to the basic theory of argument and persuasion. Students learn how to think in a clear and logical manner, analyze information critically, formulate persuasive arguments, and deliver those arguments effectively, both in oral and in written forms. Students learn how to make claims, provide evidence, explore underlying assumptions, and analyze counter-points.

 

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