6 courses with the subject COM-FPX, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
COM-FPX1150Introduction to Digital Information and Literacy
In this course, students build their knowledge of digital and information literacy and technological tools to stay organized, be well-informed, maximize their time, and stand out personally and professionally in the workplace. Students use computers, software, and online tools to effectively complete a task, apply digital tools and organization techniques to effectively create timelines and set priorities, and investigate organizational strategies to maximize productivity, while leveraging information literacy strategies to ensure accuracy and evidence-based support for their work.
Students consider everyday communication failures and discuss communication best practices to understand how to communicate well. Students build strong communication skills to help them easily share ideas, work with others, and reach their goals. They also connect how these skills can address obstacles and resolve conflict. Lastly, students practice these skills by taking part in different workplace scenarios.
Students gain an understanding of the basic requirements of an effective speech. They develop skills to present information with clear organization and purpose while using a tone appropriate to the audience. In addition, students demonstrate skill with presentation software.
Students use terms and concepts to understand and improve social media communication. They communicate via social media tools and content. In addition, students identify audience reactions to content and identify factors leading to audience engagement.
Students develop an understanding of how visual elements communicate meaning. Students use technology to communicate with visual aids. They identify visual communication concepts and explain how people perceive and interpret images. In addition, students assess their personal communication strengths and weaknesses and understand how to use visuals to enhance and improve communication.
In this course, students identify and analyze the factors that promote conflict and apply the fundamental skills and tools used to resolve conflict in personal and professional situations.
