7 courses with the subject SPE, 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.
SPE 130Public Speaking3
This course prepares students in the following areas of effective expository and persuasive public speaking: audience analysis; topic selection; appropriate use and documentation of supporting material; organization and outlining techniques; aspects of delivery which include appropriate eye contact, posture, use of notes, elements of voice such as rate and volume, and the use of presentational visual aids. Group discussion and problem solving exercises will also be provided, and students will engage in peer feedback throughout the course. Course Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Credits: (3,0)
This course presents the processes involved in the production of voice and diction. It introduces the fundamentals of place and manner of production for the vowels and consonants of Eastern Standard Dialect. There is an emphasis on New York Regional Dialect and the influence of foreign accents and dialects as needed. This is a hands-on course in which each student receives an initial speech profile and then focuses on their speech pattern throughout the semester both individually and in groups. All in-class exercises and assignments are designed to achieve the goal of a clear, effective, and professional speech pattern. Credits: (3,0)
An Introduction to effective interpersonal communication skills covering areas such as effective and active listening, feedback techniques, the effects of self-concept and perception in daily communications, and non-verbal and cross-cultural communication. These skills will be developed through class lectures, group exercises, and individual activities and assignments. Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 Course Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Credits: (3,0) Page 290 • Course Index • 2026-2027
A course designed to develop and refine the student's overall profile as an effective communicator in private and public settings. Articulation, listening skills, problem solving abilities, organizational skills and feedback techniques are stressed in interpersonal, group, and public speaking experiences. Credits: (3,0)
This course introduces students to foundational principles of argumentation and debate. Special attention is paid to theories of argumentation, how to diagram arguments, and how to evaluate evidence. Students' comprehension will be evaluated through timed oral debates and written argument. The goal of this course is to enhance students' ability to research, construct, and present effective written and oral arguments concerning issues of social importance. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 with a grade of C or higher Credits: (3,0)
This course is designed to develop effective and professional communication in the areas of communication theory, advanced presentation skills, and voice and diction. A major component of the course provides students with a personalized voice and diction diagnostic profile which informs each student of specific speech characteristics they present that deviate from Standard Eastern Dialect. Particular attention is given to New York Regional Dialect and foreign accent reduction. The course also introduces various theoretical systems of communication. There is a strong focus on the development and effective application of presentational skills in both public and group/team environments with an emphasis on professional settings. All aspects of the course contain written components which include student readings and reports as well as comprehensive speech outlines. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 Course Offered: Fall, Summer Credits: (3,0) SECURITY SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (SST)
