2011-2012 Catalog 
    
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2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • COMM 1110 - Introduction to Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory exploration of the relationship between leadership theory and practice. The course examines both foundational and emerging leadership paradigms to provide the student a basic understanding of leadership.
  
  • COMM 1440 - Foundations of Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Through the analytical and intellectual examination of core issues in the practice of leadership, this course provides students with an understanding of the fundamentals of leadership. Self-assessment and experiential activities will guide students through a personal exploration of their leadership and communication traits and style.
  
  • COMM 2010 - Oral Communication in the Workplace

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Designed to develop and enhance oral communication skills in business and professional settings. Course includes four components: a) basics of business communication, including emphasis on diversity; b) interpersonal skills, including listening and job interviewing; c) working in groups, including problem solving and effective meetings; and d) preparing and delivering effective business presentations. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
  
  • COMM 2030 - Introduction to Communication Theory

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study of human communication from its classical foundations in Aristotelian rhetoric through contemporary theory. Emphases includes communication theory as a discipline coupled with application via a written assessment to include review of scholarly published research. APA format is also taught and required. Prer., COMM 1020.
  
  • COMM 2100 - Public Speaking

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A lecture-recitation approach to the basic principles of speechmaking. Intended to give students basic information for the preparation and delivery of a variety of public presentations. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
  
  • COMM 2150 - Male/Female Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A lecture-discussion approach to the study of contemporary theories and research in male/female communication. The course will involve reading and discussion in such areas as gender differences in self-perception, social and media images of men and women, language usage and nonverbal behavior differences between genders. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement. GT-SS3. Prer., COMM 1020.
  
  • COMM 2240 - Principles of Organizational and Strategic Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to models of human communication and definitions of organizational communication with emphasis on communication process, information flow, individual communication roles and group process for problem solving and decision making. Prer., COMM 1020 and COMM 1030.
  
  • COMM 2250 - Introduction to Film and Video

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study of the principles and techniques of film-making, including practical experience in planning, shooting, lighting, editing, and sound mixing. The study of film as visual language will be integrated with experience and making short video productions.
  
  • COMM 2270 - TV Studio Production

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory course in creative television production. Course is geared toward developing the writing, directing, and production skills necessary to make intelligent and imaginative programs in a variety of basic formats. Designed for majors and nonmajors, includes lecture and lab.
  
  • COMM 2440 - Leadership Theory and Practice

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Exploration of the relationship between leadership theory and practice. Examines both foundational and emerging leadership paradigms to provide students with an understanding of leadership theory and practice. Prer., COMM 1440.
  
  • COMM 2500 - Research Methods

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to the nature of social scientific methods including research design, measurement, survey methods and introductory statistics. Prer., ID 1050.
  
  • COMM 2600 - Family Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The role of communication in long-term relationships as found in families. It is a descriptive approach designed to provide an understanding of the extent to which communication affects and is affected by the family.
  
  • COMM 2900 - Writing for the Media

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Fundamentals of news gathering and writing, news story forms. Meets with JOUR 2900.
  
  • COMM 3100 - Directing for Film and Television

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Overview of directing studio and location performance using single camera, videotape, and/or film formats. Observation and hands-on approach to basic performance techniques in news and entertainment programs.
  
  • COMM 3150 - Communication Competency in Groups and Teams

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory and practice in group discussion processes and decision making. Prer., COMM 1020 or consent of instructor.
  
  • COMM 3200 - Principles and Practice of Public Relations

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Designed to provide majors and non-majors an introduction to the principles and practice of contemporary public relations. Students will increase their understanding and knowledge of the formation and implication of public opinion, and the elements and the practice of public relations in contemporary society.
  
  • COMM 3230 - Nonverbal Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Consists of the study of nonverbal communication through proxemics, kinesics, physical appearance, and paralanguage as well as an application of nonverbal communication theory to work, group, and home settings.
  
  • COMM 3240 - Business and Professional Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory and practice in oral and written communication competency for business and the professions. Topics include presentational speaking, business and proposal writing, interpersonal communication in organizations, small group process and the role of the leader-manager, and communication trends in business organizations of the future. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement. Prer., ENGL 1310 and ENGL 1410.
  
  • COMM 3250 - Principles and Practices of Advertising

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A seminar in the theory and practice of advertising as an art and science. Students will participate in cases and campaigns providing a dynamic approach to the field.
  
  • COMM 3270 - Intermediate Television Production

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study advancing the principles and techniques of television production to include extended experiences doing multi-camera studio productions, with an introduction to electronic field production techniques. Topics include production planning and procedures, directing, lighting, and editing. Lecture and lab. Prer., COMM 2250 and COMM 2270.
  
  • COMM 3280 - Intercultural Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of the philosophy, process, problems, and potentials unique to communication across cultural boundaries. Implications for personal and social innovations. Comparative study in communication in selected cultures. Approved for LAS Cultural Diversity requirement.
  
  • COMM 3300 - Screenwriting

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A course in writing for non-print media. Students will learn key elements of screenwriting, story structures, and exposition. Prer., JOUR/COMM 2900, COMM 2250, and COMM 2270.
  
  • COMM 3330 - Gender and Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores leadership and its complex relationship with gender roles in terms of leadership style, context, and communication. Students will consider their own leadership potential, explored from historic, contemporary, and personal perspectives. Meets with COMM 5330.
  
  • COMM 3400 - Digital Communication Technologies

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory course designed to introduce students to digital tools available to disseminate messages. Students will learn how to use advanced features of presentation software, various Adobe products, and software for creating podcasts. Prer., COMM 1000.
  
  • COMM 3440 - Organizational Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of contemporary theory and practice pertaining to leadership communication in organizations, including consideration of the nature of transformational leadership characteristics. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement.
  
  • COMM 3450 - The History of TV Programming

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the history of television through its programming. It will study genres such as the sitcom and hour-long drama, as well as principles of programming for broadcast and cable TV.
  
  • COMM 3500 - American Cinema

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory film course surveying American cinema as art, industry, and system of representation and communication. Students acquire knowledge of film history and genres, technical and critical vocabulary terms, and how popular genres extend to broader social context.
  
  • COMM 3650 - Mass Media and Society

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The interrelationships among mass media, society, and communication are explored. The theoretical foundations of mass communications are delineated.
  
  • COMM 3770 - Ethical Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of the unique ethical leadership communication challenges faced by leaders, with an emphasis on building ethical competency through self-assessment, challenge, and feedback. Topics include virtue ethics, evil, forgiveness, moral theories, transformational leadership, ethical group problem solving, organizational integrity, and managing ethical diversity.
  
  • COMM 3800 - Strategic Communication Tactics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This writing-intensive course considers the tactical and strategic elements necessary for any public relations tool to be successfully developed and distributed to a target public. Students will learn techniques for media relations and skills for developing controlled tactics. Prer., COMM 2900 and COMM 3200 or consent of instructor.
  
  • COMM 3850 - Walt Disney: The Nexus of Communication and Imagination

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the life of one of the most influential people in American media history. Course will study the psychological, cultural, economic, and social forces that influenced Walt Disney’s art and his ability to connect to a mass audience.
  
  • COMM 4000 - Rhetorical Dimensions in Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The theory of oral discourse is examined in light of classical thought and practice, historical development, and modern rhetorical processes. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
  
  • COMM 4050 - Public Relations and Social Media

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focus is on social media use in public relations. Students will learn how social media are transforming public relations and mass communications; about the strategic use of certain tools; the importance of authenticity and transparency in practicing public relations online; and how to measure online efforts. Prer., COMM 3200.
  
  • COMM 4100 - Advanced Public Speaking

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced exploration of the theory, preparation, delivery and evaluation of public speeches. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement. Prer., COMM 2100 or equivalent. Meets with COMM 5100.
  
  • COMM 4140 - Media Effects

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course is an overview of a broad range of media theories that have examined media as a social force, that have explored factors affecting individuals’ selection and perceptions of media messages, and that have studied how media affect viewers’ attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
  
  • COMM 4150 - Communication for the Classroom Teacher

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course is intended to be both theoretical and practical in nature and will provide teachers and prospective teachers with strategies for using appropriate communication in the classroom. It will include methods for analysis, development, and facilitation of teachers’ and their students’ communication behaviors. Meets with COMM 5150.
  
  • COMM 4160 - Communication, Training, and Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the field of training and development from both theoretical and pragmatic perspectives. Although the primary emphasis will be on corporate training and development, the course will also address broad principles relating to adult education in a variety of training contexts. Meets with COMM 6160.
  
  • COMM 4170 - Documentary Film and Video

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Students will research, write and produce non-fiction films or videos. Students will develop their abilities to write and speak critically about historical and contemporary documentaries. Prer., COMM 2250, COMM 2270, COMM/JOUR 2900.
  
  • COMM 4200 - Persuasion

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The theory of motivation and change as it operates in individuals and groups, consideration of attitudes, beliefs, values, credibility, message variables, ethic ethics, and effects. Analysis of persuasive campaigns. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement.
  
  • COMM 4220 - Creative Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Exploration of the relationship between creativity and communication. Topics include: theories and models of creativity and language, the creative process in groups and organizations, and creative influence. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement. Meets with COMM 5220.
  
  • COMM 4240 - Advanced Organizational Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Major perspectives for the study of organizational communication, communication auditing procedures, and communication training and development practices. Prer., COMM 1020, COMM 2240, COMM 2500, and COMM 3240. Meets with COMM 5240.
  
  • COMM 4250 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication: Conflict Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A lecture-discussion approach to the study of contemporary theories and research in conflict. Course will involve reading and discussion of both original research reports and secondary sources in such areas as perception, destructive communication, manipulative communication, and communication in developing and terminating relationships. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement. Prer., COMM 1020.
  
  • COMM 4260 - Organizational Communication in the Global Environment

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory-based examination of virtual and changing organizational forms, international/intercultural communication, telemediated organizational communication, and legal issues in communication in the workplace. Course additionally prepares students for both technical and human proficiencies necessary for the workplace of the future. Prer., COMM 2240.
  
  • COMM 4270 - Digital Film Production

    3 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Studio and advisory support for video programs initiated, designed, organized, and produced by advanced students. Students work in production groups to arrange and gain approval for program plans prior to execution. May be repeated up to a maximum of 6 hours. Prer., COMM 2250, COMM 2270.
  
  • COMM 4280 - Multicultural Diversity and Workplace Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the process and theory of communication and its application to a multicultural society. Explores cases of successes and failures in interpersonal, group, and mass communication and examines the process of verbal and nonverbal communication expressed in a variety of channels, systems, and codes. Meets with COMM 5990.
  
  • COMM 4290 - Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the communication challenges and opportunities organizations face dealing with sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Course combines theoretical and applied perspectives, focusing on issues of: corporate governance, ethics, global corporate citizenship, stakeholder management and social auditing/reporting. Meets with COMM 5290.
  
  • COMM 4300 - Ethical Issues in Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of ethical issues in communication contexts ranging from the personal to the professional, societal to mass media. Students will explore the complexity of ethical issues through readings, discussion, case studies, and observation.
  
  • COMM 4440 - Digital Film Editing

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Students will develop an understanding and skills related to film/video editing using Final Cut Studio, as well as learn concepts related to story creation and film/video editing theory.
  
  • COMM 4450 - Advertising Media

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    A seminar in the theory and practice of advertising as an art and science. Students will participate in cases and campaigns providing a dynamic approach to the field.
  
  • COMM 4500 - Media Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Analysis of managerial problems in industrial, governmental, and nonprofit media organizations. Case studies, local managers, and outside readings will examine public relations/marketing, inventory, personnel, and legal aspects of managing a media facility. Prer., COMM 1000 and COMM 2270.
  
  • COMM 4510 - Quantitative Methods for Communication Research

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Course covers introductory statistics, t-tests, simple Anovas, bivariate regression and measurements issues. Students are also introduced to the use of statistical software. Prer., COMM 2500 and ID 1050. Meets with COMM 5510.
  
  • COMM 4690 - Internship in Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Supervised opportunities for obtaining knowledge and experience concerning the role of communication in the world of work. Prer., for Organizational Communication, Recording Arts and Media Management students only.
  
  • COMM 4750 - Communication Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines legal principles of public communication including the First Amendment, defamation, privacy, political speech, commercial speech, obscenity, news gathering, intellectual property rights, and regulation of broadcast, cable and online communications. Meets with COMM 5750.
  
  • COMM 4770 - Leadership Communication in a Global Environment

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced exploration of contemporary leadership research and theory with an emphasis on global leadership communication issues. Strategic communication methods are investigated through case analysis with emphasis on the relationship between leadership and culture, leadership style, transformational leadership, charisma, corporate culture, leadership challenges in dealing with diverse populations, ethical leadership and followership, and the global leadership challenges of the future.
  
  • COMM 4800 - Strategic Communication Tactics and Campaigns

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This is the capstone course for the Strategic Communication track. This course is intended as the pinnacle of the strategic communication coursework, drawing on all of the practices and theories learned. Through analyses of campaign case studies and a final, comprehensive communication campaign assignment, students will gain advanced and in-depth knowledge of strategic communications. The case studies will highlight best practices in strategic communication, and the campaign will give students an opportunity to create a tangible product for a client of their choice. Prer., COMM 1050, COMM 2900, COMM 3200, COMM 3250, COMM 3800.
  
  • COMM 4900 - Special Topics in Communication

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced exploration of timely topics and issues related to communication in various contexts. Topics vary from semester to semester. May be taken up to two times for credit with permission of department chair. Prer., Vary from topic to topic.
  
  • COMM 4950 - Seminar in Leadership and Organizational Change

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A dynamic and practical project-based course focusing on contemporary leadership approaches and the demands the current environment of change and innovation place on organizational leadership. Prer., COMM 1110 and LEAD 2110. Meets with COMM 5950.
  
  • COMM 4990 - Multicultural Diversity and Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Examines the process and theory of communication and its application to a multicultural society. Explores cases of successes and failures in interpersonal, group, and mass communication and examines the process of verbal and nonverbal communication expressed in a variety of channels, systems, and codes.
  
  • COMM 5010 - Introduction to Graduate Studies: The Communication Discipline and Theories

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course prepares students for the Communication graduate program. A foundation for understanding the nature and structure of the communication discipline and its theoretical traditions is provided. Critical thinking, research, writing, and speaking for success in the program are emphasized. Prer., Graduate students only.
  
  • COMM 5020 - Graduate Communication Research Methods

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces students to quantitative, qualitative, and critical cultural research methods. Surveys basic concepts of theoretical and empirical research such as conceptualization, operationalization, and measurement, and introduces a variety of methodologies, including surveys, experiment, and content analysis. Prer., Graduate students only.
  
  • COMM 5050 - Public Relations and Social Media

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focus is on social media use in public relations. Students will learn how social media are transforming public relations and mass communications; about the strategic use of certain tools; the importance of authenticity and transparency in practicing public relations online; and how to measure online efforts.
  
  • COMM 5100 - Advanced Public Speaking

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced exploration of the theory, preparation, delivery and evaluation of public speeches. Prer., COMM 2100 or equivalent. Meets with COMM 4100.
  
  • COMM 5150 - Communication for the Classroom Teacher

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course is intended to be both theoretical and practical in nature and will provide teachers and prospective teachers with strategies for using appropriate communication in the classroom. It will include methods for analysis, development, and facilitation of teachers’ and their students’ communication behaviors. Meets with COMM 4150.
  
  • COMM 5220 - Creative Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Exploration of the relationship between creativity and communication. Topics include: theories and models of creativity, creativity and language, the creative process in groups and organizations, and creative influence. Meets with COMM 4220.
  
  • COMM 5240 - Seminar in Organizational Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores major theoretical perspectives for the study of organizational communication, examines culture and communication relationships, describes the role and responsibilities of organizational communication professionals, and surveys current research in organizational communication. Students make application of organizational communication principles to a variety of case studies and organizational experiences. Meets with COMM 4240.
  
  • COMM 5290 - Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the communication challenges and opportunities organizations face dealing with sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Course combines theoretical and applied perspectives, focusing on issues of: corporate governance, ethics, global corporate citizenship, stakeholder management and social auditing/reporting. Meets with COMM 4290.
  
  • COMM 5330 - Gender and Leadership

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores leadership and its complex relationship with gender roles in terms of leadership style, context, and communication. Students will consider their own leadership potential, explored from historic, contemporary, and personal perspectives. Meets with COMM 3330.
  
  • COMM 5510 - Quantitative Methods Communication for Research

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Course begins with a review of elementary statistics and measurement concerns and moves on to T-test, ANOVA, Chi-squares, bivariate and multivariate regression.
  
  • COMM 5600 - Advanced Communication Theory

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    An exploration of essentials of theory development and construction as related to the human communication process with primary emphasis on contemporary theories of human communication
  
  • COMM 5690 - Problems in Radio-Television and Film

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Opportunity for students to explore, upon consultation with the instructor, areas in radio-TV and film which the normal sequence of offering will not allow. Prer., Consent of instructor.
  
  • COMM 5700 - Instructional Media

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Comprehensive examination of communication and learning theory, instructional design, and media production.
  
  • COMM 5750 - Communication Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines legal principles of public communication including the First Amendment, defamation, privacy, political speech, commercial speech, obscenity, news gathering, intellectual property rights, and regulation of broadcast, cable and online communications. Meets with COMM 4750.
  
  • COMM 5770 - Leadership Communication in a Global Environment

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced exploration of contemporary leadership theory and research with an emphasis on global leadership communication issues. Strategic communication methods are investigated through case analysis with emphasis on the relationship between leadership and culture, leadership style, transformational leadership, charisma, corporate culture, leadership challenges in dealing with diverse populations, ethical leadership and followership, and the global leadership challenges of the future.
  
  • COMM 5880 - Topics in Public Rhetorics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced, in-depth study of the rhetoric of a particular public issue. Issues, theoretical materials, historical moment, and readings shift with topic. May be taken two times as long as topics are different. Prer., ENGL 1310, ENGL 1410. Meets with ENGL 4880.
  
  • COMM 5950 - Seminar in Leadership and Organizational Change

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A dynamic and practical class offering assessment activities and dialogues focusing on the demands the current environment of change and innovation place on organizational leadership. Meets with COMM 4950.
  
  • COMM 5990 - Multicultural Diversity and Workplace Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    It will examine the process and theory of communication and its application to a multicultural society. It will explore cases of successes and failures in interpersonal, group, and mass communication. It will also examine the process of verbal and nonverbal communication expressed in a variety of channels, systems, and codes. Meets with COMM 4280.
  
  • COMM 6010 - Introduction to Graduate Work in Communication

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Intended to familiarize students with the philosophical, ideological and methodological bases of study in communication. Required for all departmental graduate students.
  
  • COMM 6020 - Communication Research Practicum

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A project-based graduate course designed to involve students in communication research and/or creative work from the proposal stage through conference presentation/publication/production. Prer., COMM 6010 and/or instructor consent.
  
  • COMM 6030 - Research Methods: Statistical Data Analysis

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to quantitative data analysis techniques commonly employed in the field of communications and related disciplines. These techniques included t-tests, analysis of variance, correlation and regression, and factor analysis. Prer., Graduate standing.
  
  • COMM 6040 - Qualitative Research Methods: A Practicum and Analysis

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores the practice and application of qualitative research methods, such as participant observation, interviewing, and textual or content analysis, for the study of communication phenomena. Prer., Graduate students only.
  
  • COMM 6050 - Communication Graduate Capstone Experience

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Facilitates the integration and application of students’ learning and studies in all Communication graduate courses. Students are prepared for their comprehensive examinations, develop a research-based capstone project, and present a conference-quality scholarly paper. Prer., Graduate standing.
  
  • COMM 6100 - Communication Competency: Theory, Assessment and Pedagogy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In a seminar format, this course examines the historical development of various theories, present conceptualizations, and models of communication competency. Models are related to assessment in various contexts. Students develop and present a context-specific oral communication competency program.
  
  • COMM 6160 - Communication, Training, and Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the field of training and development from both theoretical and pragmatic perspectives. Although the primary emphasis will be on corporate training and development, the course will also address broad principles relating to adult education in a variety of training contexts. Meets with COMM 4160.
  
  • COMM 6250 - Problems in Communication

    1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores various graduate-level subjects in communication not normally offered on a regular basis. See Schedule of Courses for current offerings and prerequisites.
  
  • COMM 6260 - Communication, Training, and Development

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Examines the field of training and development from both theoretical and pragmatic perspectives. Although the primary emphasis will be on corporate training and development, the course will also address broad principles relating to adult education in a variety of training contexts.
  
  • COMM 6510 - Intermediate Quantitative Methods for Communication Research

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An applied quantitative methods course with computer applications for students in the social sciences and specifically in communication. Stresses everyday issues confronting social scientific researchers such as reliability, validity and selection of the most appropriate statistics for a given application. Specific topics addressed include: Anova, Ancova, parametric and nonparametric measures of association, factor analysis, and multiple regression. Prer., COMM 4510 or COMM 5510.
  
  • COMM 6990 - Emerging Communication Technologies

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examination of new communications technologies with regard to use and capability and impact on interpersonal, small group, organizational, and international contexts. Special emphasis on impact of technologies for problem solving, decision making, power relationships, geographically diverse work teams, and changing communication theory.
  
  • COMM 7000 - Masters Thesis

    1 Credits (Minimum) 9 Credits (Maximum)

    Masters Thesis
  
  • COMM 9400 - Independent Study in Communication

    1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Individually developed and implemented research projects in communication. A student desiring independent study credit must present a well-defined topic for research to the faculty. Prer., COMM 1020, COMM 1030 and consent of instructor.
  
  • COMM 9500 - Independent Study in Communication - Graduate

    1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Individually developed and implemented research projects in communication. a student desiring independent study credit must present to the faculty a well-defined topic for research. Prer., Graduate status.
  
  • COMM 9990 - Candidate for Degree

    0 Credits (Minimum) 0 Credits (Maximum)

    Candidate for Degree
  
  • COUN 2990 - Introduction to Counseling Skills

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Prepares students to employ helping skills in their professional and personal relationships. Instructor demonstrates and students practice basic skills such as active listening, open-ended questions and reflection of feelings. Must be sophomore in good standing.
  
  • COUN 4000 - Introduction to Counseling and Human Services

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides an overview of the field of counseling and human services. Students will learn about career opportunities in this field and the roles and functions of professional counselors in various settings. The history of the field and future trends will be presented.
  
  • COUN 4830 - Workshop in Professional Counseling

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores selected topics in-depth in professional counseling including conflict resolution, human resource development, child abuse or topics in counseling research. Counts toward master’s degree with advisor approval only. Prer., upper division standing.
  
  • COUN 4980 - Special Topics in Counseling

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Extended Studies offering. Designed to allow specific topics and issues to be explored in-depth. May apply toward a degree program at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs with permission of advisor anddepartment chairperson.
  
  • COUN 4990 - Special Topics in Counseling

    1 Credits (Minimum) 9 Credits (Maximum)

    Extended Studies offering. Designed to allow specific topics and issues to be explored in-depth. Will not apply toward a degree program at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.
  
  • COUN 5000 - Introduction to Counseling and Human Services

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides an overview of the field of counseling and human services. Students will learn about career opportunities in this field and the roles and functions of professional counselors in various settings. The history of the field and future trends will be presented.
  
  • COUN 5010 - Theories and Techniques of Individual Counseling

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Major theories of individual counseling and their philosophic bases will be studied in this course. Techniques used in the application of theory to practice in counseling and consultation will be presented. Basic and advanced counseling skills will be introduced in this course and practiced in COUN 5020 taken concurrently. Prer., Admitted to counseling program.
  
  • COUN 5020 - Laboratory in Individual Counseling

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provide basic interviewing, assessment and counseling skills and characteristics of counselors and counselees that impact the counseling and consulting process. Students engage in self-examination of characteristics that may affect them as professional counselors. Core counseling/consultation skills are practiced and refined. Prer., Admission to CHS program. Coreq., COUN 5010.
  
  • COUN 5040 - Human Growth and Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides a broad understanding of life span theories of human development; understanding ofthe nature and needs of individuals at all developmental levels; normal and abnormal human behavior indicators; personality theory and development; and learning theory with cultural contexts.
 

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