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Com 101: Fundamentals of Speech
3 cr.
The basic principles of public speaking with special emphasis on platform techniques and a study of the different types of speech. Not applicable to a major or minor in the Division of Communication.
This course is also offered through BJUOnline.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | FA218 |
| 3 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | FA322 |
| 4 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | FA319 |
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Com 201: Public Speaking
3 cr.
Organization, preparation and delivery of speeches for different occasions with emphasis on construction and audience adaptation.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 2:00–2:50 | FA320 |
Com 202: Principles of Communication
3 cr.
An inquiry into the process, theory, and philosophy of contemporary verbal and nonverbal communication.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 2:00–2:50 | FA101 |
Com 205: Classroom Communication
3 cr.
Development of the special speech skills appropriate for the classroom teacher.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | FA321 |
| 2 | MWF | 3:00–3:50 | FA319 |
| 3 | TTH | 8:00–9:15 | FA319 |
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Com 302: Interpersonal Communication
3 cr.
Application of communication principles, theories, and research to an examination of the process of interpersonal communication and the improvement of communication skills relevant to interpersonal settings.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 2:00–3:15 | FA318 |
Com 303: Organizational Communication
3 cr.
Theory and research in organizational communication; an understanding of how organizational meaning is created and sustained. Strategies for assessing and improving organizational and individual communication effectiveness.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MW | 10:00–10:50 | FA101 |
Com 304: Theories & Research in Communication
3 cr.
Comparison of various approaches to the study of communication with particular emphasis on a Christian perspective.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 322: Teaching Speech & Drama
3 cr.
Materials, methods, procedures and related topics in the teaching of speech in the secondary school.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 393: Organizational Communication Discussion
0 cr.
Corequisite: Com 303.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | F | 9:00–9:50 | FA206 |
| 2 | F | 9:00–9:50 | FA322 |
| 3 | F | 10:00–10:50 | FA101 |
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Com 401: Communication Capstone
3 cr.
A supervised experience in applying communication principles in an organizational setting. Not applicable toward a minor.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| 2 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Com 405: Persuasion
3 cr.
Theories of persuasion, platform practice and criticism of model persuasive speeches.
Prerequisite: Com 201.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 2:00–3:15 | FA218 |
Com 407: Argumentation & Debate
3 cr.
Principles and techniques of argumentation applied to academic debate. Emphasis on the ability to construct and defend a logical argument with the use of credible evidence, and the ability to analyze and refute the arguments of others.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 410: Oral Communication for the Professions
3 cr.
Application of oral communication skills and principles to business and professional speaking situations. Conferences, interviews, interpersonal communication and presentational speaking.
Prerequisite: Com 101.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | MWF | 9:00–9:50 | FA217 |
| 4 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | FA220 |
| 5 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | FA217 |
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Com 423: Special Topics in Communication
3 cr.
Topics may include nonverbal communication, interpersonal communication in multinational corporations, organizations as culture, and readings in organizational communication.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Com 505: Communication Training & Development
3 cr.
Introduction to the process through which companies and other organizations improve performance and communication. Emphasis on training skills in the field of communication as well as consulting in the organizational setting.
Prerequisite: Com 303.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 9:35–10:50 | FA318 |
Com 507: Conflict Management
3 cr.
Integration of theory on conflict management with practical approaches to conflict training. An emphasis on a biblical perspective of conflict.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 12:35–1:50 | FA318 |
Com 520: Intercultural Communication
3 cr.
The theory and practical applications of communicating between cultures. Special emphasis is given to biblical principles of communication and to the organizational and business applications of intercultural communication.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 521: Nonverbal Communication
3 cr.
Analysis of the various codes of nonverbal behavior and their functions in interpersonal, workplace and mediated encounters. Special emphasis is given to Scriptural principles of nonverbal communication.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Com 524: Special Topics in Communication
3 cr.
Topics may include nonverbal communication, interpersonal communication in multinational corporations, organizations as culture, and readings in organizational communication.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 3:00–3:50 | TBA |
Com 525: Special Topics in Communication
3 cr.
Topics may include nonverbal communication, interpersonal communication in multinational corporations, organizations as culture, and readings in organizational communication.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Com 526: Special Topics in Communication
3 cr.
Topics may include nonverbal communication, interpersonal communication in multinational corporations, organizations as cultures, and readings in organizational communication.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Com 600: Introduction to Graduate Studies
3 cr.
Introduction to methodologies and resources for research in communication arts and science at the graduate level.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 2:00–2:50 | FA221 |
Com 602: Quantitative Research Methods in Communication
3 cr.
Principles and practices of quantitative research methodologies, with an emphasis on statistical applications for use in communication research projects at the graduate level.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 2:25–3:40 | FA220 |
Com 603: Advanced Organizational Communication
3 cr.
Survey of advanced research and theory relevant to the study of organizational communication. Rigorous examination of the role that communication plays in shaping and reshaping the process of organizing within and between organizations.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 604: Qualitative Research Methods in Communication
3 cr.
Study of theoretical issues underlying the study of qualitative research as a methodology, as well as the characteristics of various approaches to designing and conducting qualitative research projects.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 605: Applied Communication Research I
3 cr.
Preparation of the graduate communication final project or thesis.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Com 606: Applied Communication Research II
3 cr.
Preparation of the graduate communication final project or thesis.
Prerequisite: Com 605.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Com 607: Leadership & Communication
3 cr.
Relationships between communication and leadership including a consideration of relevant theories, concepts, tools and skills. Leadership and communication are examined in relation to organizational culture, change, diversity, technology and decision making.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Com 622: Assessment Methods in Communication
3 cr.
Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods used in academics and business settings.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Com 665: Management Effectiveness & Communication
3 cr.
Analysis of interrelationship among individuals, groups, and the organization. Examination of the following concepts: leadership, motivation, communication, group dynamics, decision making, and interpersonal relations. Inclusion of case studies and other projects.
No sections offered in the fall semester…