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COM 114 Fundamentals of Speech Communication Cr. 3.
A study of communication theories as applied to speech; practical communicative experiences ranging from interpersonal communication and small-group process through problem identification and solution in discussion to informative and persuasive speaking in standard speaker-audience situations
COM 212 Approaches to the Study of Interpersonal Communication Cr. 3.
A study of basic characteristics of human communication and the theoretical and practical implications of these characteristics for various forms of oral communication.
COM 250 Mass Communication and Society Cr. 3.
A survey of print, broadcast, and film media in their relationship and influence on society. Study topics include mass communication theories, documentaries, commercialism, news media, media effects, and control, feedback, educational broadcasting, and audience analysis.
COM 251 Introduction to the Electronic Mass Media Cr. 3.
A study of the ways in which ideas are expressed through techniques unique to the language of radio, television, and film. The course focuses on the scenes, camera and lens movement, tempo, editing concepts, montage, sound, perspective, fades, segues, and other special effects prerequisite to effective communication through electronic media.
COM 253 Introduction to Public Relations Cr. 3.
An analysis of public relations theory and practice from their origins to the present. From a communication perspective, the course examines public relations environments, audiences, and message strategies.

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COM 300 Introduction to Communication Research Methods Cr. 3.
P: 114. Introduction to the development and application of historical, critical, and empirical research methods pertinent to communication problems. Fundamental concepts of problem identification, sampling, surveys, historical sources, critical models, reliability, and validity of both measurement and research design in communication research.
COM 303 Intercultural Communication Cr. 3.
P: 114. An exploration of the impact of culture on perception and communication, the obstacles affecting intercultural communication, the impact of ethnocentrism and the challenges facing cultures with broad cultural and subcultural diversities. Open to majors and nonmajors.
COM 310 Family Communication Cr. 3.
P: 114. Application of theories of interpersonal communication to family life. Emphasis on feedback, empathy, and trust as contributing factors to effective communication with families. A case study approach is used.
COM 312 Rhetoric in the Western World Cr. 3.
P: 114. An explanation of major theoretical and philosophical concepts concerning rhetoric; the relationships between rhetoric and political, social, and personal decisions are explored. Ancient and modern authors are read. Approved by Arts and Sciences for the Cultural Studies (Western Tradition) requirement.
COM 314 Advanced Presentational Speaking Cr. 3.
P: 114. Development of a marked degree of skill in the composition and delivery of various types of speeches including presentations in corporate board rooms, orientation meetings, banquet halls, public forms. Special emphasis on speeches related to the student’s major vocational area.
COM 316 Controversy in American Society Cr. 3.
P: 114 or consent of instructor. Analysis of selected debates in major American controversies of social significance. Critical examination of the argument, personalities, and oral and written strategies employed in public debates on political, moral, and social issues. COM 316H Controversy in America— Honors Cr. 3. Honors equivalent of COM 316.
COM 318 Principles of Persuasion Cr. 3.
P: 114 or consent of instructor. Persuasion and its effects, ranging from individual influences to societal impacts. Various perspectives and models of persuasion are examined, including classical and modern approaches. Both theoretical and pragmatic considerations are introduced.
COM 320 Small Group Communication Cr. 3.
P: 114. A study of group thinking and problem-solving methods; participation in and evaluation of committee and informal discussion groups. Focus on the roles, networks, and messages employed by small group communicators.
COM 324 Introduction to Organizational Communication Cr. 3.
P: 114. An introduction to fundamental concepts and basic research related to communication behavior in organizational settings. Units cover message processing, leadership communication, communication networks, communication training, and communication audits.
COM 325 Interviewing: Principles and Practice Cr. 3.
P: 114. Theory and practice of methods in selected interview settings: informal, employment, and persuasive. Emphasis on communication between two persons, questioning techniques, and the logical and psychological bases of interpersonal persuasion.
COM 331 Audio Production Class 1–2, Lab. 4, Cr. 3.
P: 251. Basic principles of audio production as applied to radio and television. Treats program types, production methods, techniques of the sound studio, and laboratory practice in production and direction.
COM 332 Television Studio Production Class 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3.
P: 251. Basic principles of producing, writing, and directing for television. Treats program types and television criticism, and explores creative treatment of visual, artistic, and nonverbal elements of communication in television.
COM 333 Film Production Class 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3.
P: 251, 332 and consent of instructor. Basic theory and techniques of motion-picture production. Viewing and evaluation of films illustrating a variety of film techniques. Production experiences in filming, scripting, editing, sound recording, and production planning.

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COM 410 Gender Roles and Communication Cr. 3.
P: 114. This course is designed to investigate the relationship between gender roles and communication; i.e., how gender roles are socially constructed, maintained, and enacted. The course also explores gender differences, similarities, and gender issues in personal and organizational contexts.
COM 422 Women, Men, and Media Cr. 3.
P: 250 or permission of instructor. An examination of the processes by which gender is constructed in the mass communication media. Students will be asked to consider how the technical, economic, and political constraints and capabilities of the media construct images of gender for audiences.
COM 431 Practicum in Radio Cr. 2.
P: 114, 250 or 330, 251, 331, and permission of the instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Assigned television production for the advanced student only; usually, but not necessarily, involving assigned work at a professional radio media installation.
COM 432 Practicum in Television Cr. 2.
P: 114, 250 or 330, 251, 332, and permission of the instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Assigned television production for the advanced student only; usually, but not necessarily, involving assigned work at a professional television media installation.
COM 491 Special Topics in Communication Cr. 1–3. (V.T.)
P: consent of instructor. May be repeated for up to 6 hours of credit. Intensive study of selected topics, varying from semester to semester, from the literature or practice of communication. Course content will be drawn from areas not dealt with in the regular curriculum and may include such topics as photojournalism, economic reporting, and campaign communication.

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COM 502 Classroom Communication Cr. 3.
P: 212 or a course in methods of teaching. An introduction to fundamental concepts and basic research related to communicative behavior in the classroom. The primary focus is on the study of and application of principles of effective classroom communication through personal inquiry. Among topics discussed are components of classroom communication, systematic observation as a method of studying classroom communication, and applications of systematic observation in a variety of classroom communication settings.
COM 512 Theories of Interpersonal Communication Cr. 3.
P: 212 or consent of instructor. Review of contemporary theories, analysis of concepts, models, and pertinent research across the broad spectrum of interpersonal communication.
COM 527 Introduction to Cultural Studies Cr. 3.
P: 251 or consent of instructor. An examination of selected cultural studies perspectives on mass communication. The course will cover cultural studies philosophies, theories, and/or approaches to the study of cultural artifacts and practices that may include some of the following: postmodernism, deconstruction, feminism, and postcolonialism, privileging context as a means of understanding culture.
COM 531 Special Topics in Mass Communication Cr. 3.
P: 250 and consent of instructor. Critical analysis and evaluation of current and continuing problems in both commercial and public mass communication. May be repeated for credit.
COM 584 Historical/Critical Research in Communication Cr. 3.
P: consent of instructor. Introduction to modes of qualitative research in communication, including theoretical assumptions, bibliographical methods, varying approaches to historical and critical inquiry, and the standards and techniques of scholarly writing. Emphasis is placed on historical research during fall semesters and on critical research during spring semesters. May be repeated for credit.

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