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3.00 Credits
This is a course in the practical art of rhetorical criticism. The course focuses on the application of standard rhetorical critical methods to communication artifacts. Although rhetorical criticism has its roots in the evaluation of speeches, this course provides students the opportunity to evaluate a wide range of communication artifacts, ranging from speeches to films, music, art, and even architecture. Through rhetorical criticism, students learn to better understand the motives, strategies, and effects of strategic public communication. Class activities, discussions, readings and assignments are designed to develop communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills through an introduction to rhetorical criticism. Pre-requisite: Any 100-level Communication course or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A course designed to acquaint the student with the unique ways in which women and men communicate. The focus of this discussion-oriented class is on how gender influences verbal and non-verbal communication, listening, speaking and interpersonal relationships. Additional topics covered will include communication and gender in the workplace and the classroom as well as the influence of the media on gendered communication. Prerequisite: Any 100-level Communication course or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Advertising, advocacy and public policy debates all require an understanding of the rhetorical nature of argumentation and persuasion. This course provides opportunities for students to develop that understanding through speeches, debates, group presentation and community interaction. Prerequisites: Any 100-level Communication course or PHI 107 or POS 100 or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of the nature and process of teamwork and small group communication. Students will study the theory of small group process, the nature of small groups and group dynamics. The course will address small group/teamwork issues such as decision-making, creativity, computer mediated group communication, diversity and conflict management. Students will make small group/ team presentations, as well as engage in small group/teamwork evaluation. Pre-requisite: Any 100 level Communication course or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is appropriate for students wishing to enter broadcasting, theater, or other careers where voice and articulation are important and for students who wish to enhance their ability to articulate American English. This lecture/demonstration course offers students practice in the use of the voice as a communication tool. Topics covered include: articulation, the aspects of the voice, pronunciation, the vocal mechanism and the International Phonetic Alphabet. Prerequisite: Any 100-level Communication course.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of communication in the workplace. The focus of this class is interpersonal communication in a professional context. Topics covered include: meeting management, interview techniques, participation in team and group communication, preparation of professional presentations, managerial communication, diversity in the workplace, and listening skills. This course emphasizes the development of practical and critical skills. Prerequisite: Any 100 - level Com class or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the nature of conflict interaction from a communication perspective. The course will examine attitudes, conditions, and perceptions that influence communication interaction and conflict. Students will be introduced to communication tools and techniques for effectively managing conflict in interpersonal relationships, groups, the workplace and organizations. Prerequisite: Any 100-level Communication course.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the power of communication in a variety of applications and contexts. The course introduces students to a range of communication theories, and provides opportunities to apply those theories to communication phenomena. Possible contextual focuses for the course could include: the rhetoric of social movements, strategic communication through song, the rhetoric of religion, family communication, or other emerging topics within the field. Class activities, discussions, readings, and assignments are designed to develop a better understanding of communication theories and skills through critical analysis of communication phenomena. Prerequisite: Any 100 level Communication course AND any 200 level Communication course, OR Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A comprehensive overview of the relationships among police, courts, prosecutors and corrections as they interact to deal with criminal behavior. Required of all Criminal Justice majors. Prerequisite: ENG and RDG placement must be at college-level or Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth study and historical approach to the development and understanding of criminal law. A survey of the basic elements required to classify occurrences as crime. Classification of crimes with respect to the segments of society they affect. Prerequisite: ENG and RDG placement must be at college-level or Permission of Instructor.
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