Communications Courses
COM 1030 Introduction to Film
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800
Co-Req: None
Students will study the history, forms and functions of film and will develop skills for critically analyzing the mutual social, cultural and historical influences of films and their contexts.
COM 120 Survey of Mass Communication
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800 and DSPW 0800
Co-Req: None
This course introduces students to various fields of mass communication. Regulation, theory and analysis of mass communication as a social and cultural force will be emphasized.
COM 201 Intro to Electronic Media
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800, ENGL 1010
Co-Req: COM 220 suggested
This course provides a survey of the history, development, organization and operation of broadcast and electronic media. Basic principles and the roles electronic media play in society also are considered. Students must spend significant time outside of scheduled class meetings.
COM 210 Voice and Diction
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800
Co-Req: None
Students will study and practice correct articulation and pronunciation, with individual attention to developing an awareness and control of the voice, and a consciousness of speech habits.
COM 220 Media Writing
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800, ENGL 1010, basic typing skills
Co-Req: COM 201 suggested
Students will be introduced to various types of writing for print and electronic media. Topics include evaluating the news, gathering basic information, organizing and correctly writing a variety of news stories, and practicing the rights and responsibilities of the public communicator.
COM 232 Practicum
Credit Hrs: 1 Pre-Req: DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800, and permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
Students will gain experience in an appropriate professional work environment.
COM 251 Special Topics Communication
Credit Hrs: 3 Pre-Req: ENGL 1010 and COM 120 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
A course designed to allow students to learn about specialized topics in communication.