COMM

Subject

COMM

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Focuses on interactions of people involved in the health care process, and the dissemination and interpretation of health-related messages. Explores the communication demands of health care. Examines communication issues and problems in modern health care systems. Emphasis is on provided-recipient communication, communication in health concerns, and application strategies for the implementation of effective communication. (2 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Students learn to communicate on a person-to-person and small group level. Considers verbal and nonverbal areas, with instruction designed to provide insight into improving communication with others through discovery and relevant theory. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Explores significant aspects of human communication. Focuses on the role of communication in current affairs, business, and personal relations. Discusses practical application of theory to communication problems in everyday life. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

This is the official “Cornerstone” course for students within the Communication discipline. It is an orientation class for first year students which introduces students to institutional resources, opportunities, and programs that enhance their academic and social success. The Communication First Year Seminar Course provides an intellectual and social transition to the college while strengthening a variety of communication skills necessary for students to be successful in both the academic and career endeavors. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

This course is designed to give students an understanding and appreciation of different cultures and help them develop practical skills for improving their communication with people from other cultures. The class is descriptive, not prescriptive, in nature. Students will examine variables in intercultural communication while examining their own biases as a source of communication practices and developing an understanding of the ways culture affects communication. This course is both theoretical and practical. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

An introductory course with emphasis on oral communication theory and practice. Provides a basic understanding of the significance of oral communication as well as instruction and practice in the basic skills of public speaking. Online versions of this course focus on audience analysis, message construction and delivery methods appropriate for communication using online delivery platforms in an increasingly digital world. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

This course is designed to educate specified groups in effective leadership skills. Includes discussion and practice in teamwork, communication, critical thinking and problem solving, planning, conflict management, and social responsibility.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

Consent of Instructor. (.5 hr lec, 1 hr lab)

Develops basic skills in contest and public service speaking by refining the speaking and thinking competence of students. Requires attendance at two competitive tournaments per semester in debate and/or individual events. May be repeated three times for credit. (2 hrs lab)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Repeatable

May be repeated three times for credit.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

This is a practical application course for students interested in the administration of forensics tournaments. Students learn through instruction and hands-on application of procedures designed to run both computerized individual events and computerized debate programs. Students receive information that includes specific procedures, ethical considerations, and financial applications. May be repeated once for credit. (1 hr lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

hr

Type

course

Repeatable

May be repeated once for credit.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Designed to introduce students to materials used to prepare speeches for competitive purposes and provide opportunities for students to develop skills necessary to analyze, synthesize, and utilize information from a variety of sources. May be repeated (1 hr lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

hr

Type

course

Repeatable

May be repeated (1 hr lec)

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Introduces rhetorical theory and communication practices related to the field of persuasion. Emphasizes persuasive campaigns, techniques, psychological factors, and persuasive applications in our society.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

“Placement at English level 3.” (3 hrs lec)

This course is designed to acquaint students with the non-linguistic aspects of communication. Since much nonverbal communication is culture-bound, this course will focus on the cultural aspects of nonverbal communication and of the understanding of cross-cultural differences in communication. Also, behavioral and environmental factors will be given emphasis in the context of understanding communication behaviors among various groups of people.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

COMM 1030 . (3 hrs lec)

Instruction and practice in group communication and problem solving. Provides the format of study for understanding dynamics of group discussion with leadership, interpersonal relations procedures, and creative and critical thinking. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Designed to explore the patterns of communication in family relationships. Uses a systems approach which provides a perspective for describing family interaction patterns and processes and considers external influences on the development of family relationships. Descriptive, not prescriptive, in nature. Not designed as a counseling or therapy class. Information presented assists understanding of the vitality of communication in the development of functional and dysfunctional family relationships. (3 hrs lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

This course is designed to give students an understanding and appreciation of gender in communications. The course will focus on the differences in communication and interaction based on gender and biological differences in the human species. The class is descriptive, not prescriptive, in nature. Students will examine variables in gendered communication while examining their own biases as a source of communication practices and developing an understanding of the ways society constructs norms for communication based on gender and gendered language. This course is both theoretical and practical. (3 hr lec)

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hr

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Instruction in the principles of argumentative speaking. Practices various types of debate with emphasis on analysis, evidence, reasoning, case construction, and delivery.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

“Placement at English level 3.” (3 hrs lec)

This course focuses on the communication skills necessary for successful communication in business and professional settings: including interpersonal skills, interviewing, workplace writing, working in groups and teams, leadership and professional presentations. Readings, assignments, and discussions focus on communicating at work. As an advanced communication course, this course will emphasize discourse from the communication discipline used to communicate to academic and professional audiences. This course will emphasize communication through written, oral, and digital communication.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

Must be admitted to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

This course studies human communication processes within the context of various cultures and subcultures. It includes the study of the complex relationship between culture and communication in a variety of interpersonal, group, organizational, and computer-mediated settings. Application of theory and research to development of the knowledge, attitudes, and skills associated with intercultural communication competence.

Subject

COMM

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

hrs

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 College Catalog

Source

catalog.nwc.edu

Prerequisite

Must be admitted to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)