140 Introduction to Communication Media (3)
Survey of the history, function, and economics of the communication industry.
150 Interpersonal Communication (3)
Basic theory and skills in interpersonal communication including gender, nonverbal, listening, and interviewing skills.
190 A User's Guide to the Mass Media (3)
Analysis of the practical, theoretical, historical, social and cultural contexts of mass media, the techniques they use, and the impact of those techniques. 3 Seminar.
250 Public Communication (3)
Principles of public communication skills as related to professional speaking. PREQ: CMHC 201 or equivalent and ENGL 102.
301 Writing for Communication Media (3)
Elements of news, news values, basic interviewing techniques; writing principles and fundamentals; styles used in journalism, broadcasting, advertising, and public relations. PREQ: ENGL 102, CMCR 140.
350 Communication Theory (3)
Survey of theoretical genres used across communication disciplines. PREQ: 140, 150.
351 Communication Research (3)
This course is an introduction to the methods and practices of communication research. Students will be required to design and conduct a research project. PREQ: 3 credits in statistics, CMCR 350.
389 Cooperative Education in Communications (1 or 3, R 9)
See Cooperative Education Program. PREQ: Completed 60 hours and permission of department head.
401 Editing for Communication Media (3)
Elements of critical thinking and analysis fundamental to the editorial process in communication media. PREQ: 301 and 350.
465 Communications Ethics and Responsibilities (3)
The legal and moral responsibilities of communicators in the communication industry. PREQ: 90 or more hours.
483 Internship in Communications (3, R9)
Work experience in the communication industry. S/U grading. PREQ: Completed 60 hours and permission of department head. 9 hours per week, per 3-hour course.
494 Communication Projects (1-3, R6)
Practical experience, performance, research in debate, forensics, film, electronic, and print media. PREQ: Permission of instructor.
496 Seminar in Professional Development (1)
The development and evaluation of professional credentials for entry into the communication industry.
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