Transcript title

Intro to Communication

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

40

Lecture hours

40

Course Description

COMM 100Z is a survey course offering an overview of the communication discipline that emphasizes the development of best communication practices in different contexts.

Course learning outcomes

1. Explain the ways communication is impacted by ethics, language, nonverbal behaviors, perception, culture, and contexts.
2. Identify communication theories, perspectives, principles, and concepts.
3. Explore different areas of communication to develop a broad base of skills and communicative tools when interacting with others.
4. Articulate the importance of communication expertise in career development and civic engagement.

Content outline

1. Introduction to Communication
2. Introduction to the National Communication Association (NCA)
3. Interpersonal Communication 
4. Small Group Communication
5. Leadership Communication
6. Public Speaking
7. Media and Mass Communication
8. Other Communication Specialties 

Required materials

Required OER textbook. 

General education/Related instruction lists

• Oral Communication