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COM 110 - Introduction to Communication
This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute). This course may satisfy a general education requirement for Catawba College.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  Telecourse only
Evening:
  Telecourse only
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: ENG 090 or appropriate placement test score or ENG 111 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Telecourse
 
 
COM 120 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute).
     
Class Hours: 3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  On Demand
Evening:
  On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites:ENG 090 or appropriate placement test score or ENG 111(Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
COM 140 - Introduction to Intercultural Communication
This course introduces techniques of cultural research, definitions, functions, characteristics, and impacts of cultural differences in public address. Emphasis is placed on how diverse backgrounds influence the communication act and how cultural perceptions and experiences determine how one sends and receives messages. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and skills needed to become effective in communicating outside one’s primary culture. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
     
Class Hours: 3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  On Demand
Evening:
  On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites:ENG 090 or appropriate placement test score or ENG 111(Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
COM 231 - Public Speaking
This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, prepara-tion, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute). This course may satisfy a general education requirement for Catawba College.
     
Class Hours: 3
  Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  Fall, Spring
Evening:
  Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites:ENG 090 or appropriate placement test score or ENG 111(Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
COM 232 - Election Rhetoric
This course provides an overview of communication styles and topics characteristic of election campaigns. Topics include election speeches, techniques used in election campaigns, and election speech topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze techniques and styles typically used in election campaigns. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
     
Class Hours: 3
  Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  On Demand
Evening:
  On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: COM 231 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
COM 233 - Persuasive Speaking
This course introduces theory and history of persuasive speaking, covering critical thinking skills in analyzing problems, assessing solutions, and communicating the information to an audience. Emphasis is placed on analysis, evidence, reasoning, and library and field research used to enhance persuasive public speaking skills. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of persuasive speaking in a public setting. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
     
Class Hours: 3
  Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  On Demand
Evening:
  On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113; and COM 231 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
COM 251 - Debate I
This course introduces the principles of debate. Emphasis is placed on argument, refutation, research, and logic. Upon completion, students should be able to use research skills and logic in the presentation of ideas within the context of formal debate. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
     
Class Hours: 3
  Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
  On Demand
Evening:
  On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: COM 231 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
 

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