16 courses with the subject COM, 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 101(3 credit hours)
Introduction to Communications Introduces the process of communication as a critical element in human interaction and in society. Enhances effective communication and informed use of the mass media. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours). Attributes: SB - Social Behavior Science Components: LEC: Lecture
(s) During this course students will delve into the fundamental aspects of mass communication, focusing o Note: Corresponds to college or university lower division coursework. Add to Portfolio (opens a new window) Add to My Favorites (opens a new window)
(s) A historical perspective and current analysis of diverse and under-represented peoples and how media depic Note: Corresponds to college or university lower division coursework. Add to Portfolio (opens a new window) Add to My Favorites (opens a new window)
Basic Public Speaking Applies the basic principles and techniques in research, organization, and delivery of speeches for informative and persuasive speaking purposes. Provides practical platform experience in developing speaking abilities to enable the student to communicate orally in clear, coherent language appropriate to the purpose, occasion, and audience. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for college level reading and writing or Consent of Instructor. Attributes: OC - Oral Communication, Course Also Offered in Modules Components: LEC: Lecture
Intercollegiate Debating Preparation for and participation in intercollegiate debating. May be repeated to a maximum of two credits. Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours). Attributes: Other Components: LEC: Lecture
Business and Professional Communication Provides opportunity to examine and develop oral communication strategies appropriate to business and professional environments. Includes oral presentations, interpersonal communication strategies, intercultural communication, interviewing, communicating in teams, leadership communication and conflict resolution skills. Does not substitute for COM 181 for Business transfer students. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for College level reading and writing, or Consent of Instructor. Attributes: OC - Oral Communication Components: LEC: Lecture
Mass Media Communication Examines mass media messages, audiences, technologies, and regulations in a global society. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for College level reading and writing, or Consent of Instructor. Attributes: SB - Social Behavior Science Components: LEC: Lecture
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication Examines basic verbal and nonverbal concepts affecting the communication process in various interpersonal contexts. Requires participation in written and oral activities designed to develop and improve interpersonal skills. Includes perspective-taking, relationship and conversation management, effective listening, conflict management, communication climate, communication anxiety, and cultural/gender differences in interpersonal communication. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for college level reading and writing, or consent of instructor. Attributes: OC - Oral Communication, Course Also Offered in Modules Components: LEC: Lecture
Introduction to Intercultural Communication Introduces intercultural communication with an emphasis on the relationships between culture and communication, social/psychological variables, verbal/nonverbal language systems, intercultural communication perceptions, and conflict resolution. Includes the practical application of contemporary issues in cross-cultural interaction, media representation, and daily social interactions to intercultural communication concepts. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre- or co-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for college level reading and writing, or consent of instructor. Attributes: SB - Social Behavior Science Components: LEC: Lecture
Communication in Small Group Examines communication processes in small group situations including conflict, leadership, and decision making. Includes participation in group discussion and the development of skills in analyzing group performance. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre- or co-requisite: Current KCTCS placement scores for college level reading and writing, or consent of instructor. Attributes: OC - Oral Communication Components: LEC: Lecture
Intercollegiate Debating Preparation for and participation in intercollegiate debating. May be repeated to a maximum of four credits. Lecture: 1 credit hour (15 contact hours). Attributes: Other Components: LEC: Lecture
Persuasive Speaking Examines the processes involved in attitude change, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of persuasive messages. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Pre-requisite: COM 181. Attributes: OC - Oral Communication Components: LEC: Lecture
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