4 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 108COMMUNICATIONS AND SOCIAL INTERACTION
Through the extensive use of oral presentations, the class will examine how messages are created and interpreted, focusing on how culture, age, gender, and ethics influence our understanding of information. We will compare verbal and non-verbal communication scenarios and how to manage the information delivered. Students will also complete a resume, reference list, cover letter, and thank you letter before practicing their interview skills. Ultimately, the student will understand how to engage with others, present messages concisely, and effectively present and market themselves in the professional arena. Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3 Prerequisite(s): None PENNSYLVANIA INTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | COLLEGE CATALOG 2026-2027 149
This course introduces the techniques for creating and maintaining good public relations. Activities span a variety of media outlets to influence public opinion and manage an organization’s reputation. Promotional activities, event coordination, and client engagement are addressed. Using case studies and current events, students will evaluate crisis situations, create and implement strategic crisis communication plans, and learn to manage the media to maintain the organization’s reputation. Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3 Prerequisite(s): None
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the principles, skills, and techniques of health coaching, with a focus on promoting behavior change, facilitating goal setting, and supporting clients in achieving their health-related objectives. Through theoretical instruction, practical exercises, role-playing, and case studies, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective health coaches. Contact Hours: Lecture – 3, Lab- 0 (3 credits) Prerequisite(s): None
This course is designed to prepare students to work with patients/clients and professional colleagues who come from diverse cultural backgrounds. Culture, as a concept, includes regional backgrounds, history, values, world views, and how groups communicate. Traditions, religion, gender, age, status, social perception, and the generation they belong to will define a group’s identity. Understanding and respecting a person’s culture will help better understand the person’s communication limitations. Students will analyze and critically examine the complex nature of communication, including verbal, non-verbal, and written forms of expression, as well as conventions and practices that shape relationships. This class will focus on practical applications and case studies that shed light on cross- cultural communication distinctions. Lecture: 3, Lab: 0 Prerequisite(s): Communications and Social Interaction (COM108) or equivalent
