Communication Studies
COMS 010 Interpersonal Communication 3 Units
This course provides students with an understanding of basic principles of general and interpersonal communication. It enables them to develop better interpersonal effectiveness through discussion of both effective and ineffective communication techniques, emphasizing the practice of constructive interactive skills. (C-ID COMM 130)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Cal-GETC: None District GE: None
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COMS 018 Introduction to Communication Studies 3 Units
Students survey the discipline of communication studies with emphasis on multiple epistemological, theoretical, and methodological perspectives relevant to the systematic inquiry and pursuit of knowledge about human communication. Students explore the basic history, assumptions, principles, processes, variables, methods, and specializations of human communication as an academic field of study. (C-ID COMM 180)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Cal-GETC: None District GE: None
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COMS 035 Intercultural Communication 3 Units
Students study communication transactions among members of differing cultures including definitions, perceptions, models, patterns, values, beliefs, customs, and attitudes that affect intercultural communication. Students will examine culture-specific modes of communication and identify factors that impede effective intercultural understanding. (C-ID COMM 150)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Cal-GETC: 4 District GE: 4
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COMS 040 Introduction to Argumentation 3 Units
This course provides students with an understanding of how to support intelligent decision making by using reasoned discourse. This course will cover instruction in logical analysis of modern controversies, the formulation of propositions for argument, construction of arguments, and application through discussion and debate. This course emphasizes the importance of competent advocacy in a free society. (C-ID COMM 120)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Cal-GETC: None District GE: None
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COMS 045 Small Group Communication 3 Units
Students study communication and decision making within the group context. Concepts such as group interaction; leadership, status and power; conflict and cohesiveness; rules and roles; verbal and nonverbal messages and problem-solving will be investigated. (C-ID COMM 140)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Cal-GETC: None District GE: None
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS