SPC 110 Introduction to Speech Communication
Credits: 3.00
A human performance course designed to improve oral communication skills on the interpersonal, small group, and public speaking levels. Theory will be presented and practice will be provided in analyzing interpersonal relationships, participating in decision-making group projects, and preparing and presenting an informative and a persuasive speech. Listening, critical thinking, and the utilization of research will also be included. Prerequisite: ESL 009 Oral/Aural Skills for students who are taking ESL courses. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1b: Oral Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; and Core Goal 5: Information Literacy
SPC 111 Cross-Cultural Emphasis: Introduction to Speech Communication
Credits: 3.00
This course covers the same material, uses the same textbook and has comparable assignments as SPC 110. The major difference is that students have the opportunity to learn about diversity and inter-cultural communication through experience, not just theoretical discussion. American students are assigned partners from a class of non-native speakers of English for conversation activities outside of class. These students already know how to read and write English; they are taking a course to improve their listening and conversation skills. Students in SPC 111 will learn about their own communicative practices through their conversations with their partner and by applying concepts from the course to their experience. This course is not recommended for students for whom English is a second language. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1b: Oral Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 12: Global Perspectives and Diversity
SPC 113 Voice and Articulation
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed for students in communication-intensive careers such as theater, broadcasting, sales, or teaching to help them improve their vocal skills. Exercises and techniques to improve projection, resonance, and articulation will be taught. The international phonetic alphabet will also be covered. Application and practice will be required.
SPC 115 Interpersonal Communication
Credits: 3.00
Although we regularly engage in interpersonal communication in our daily lives, we seldom stop to reflect on those interactions. In this course we will examine theories, concepts, and research associated with interpersonal communication and their applications for ethical and effective interaction in personal and professional settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self concept and self disclosure, gender and cultural differences, verbal and nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and relationship development and dissolution. Class activities, discussions, readings and assignments are designed to develop communication skills necessary for interpersonal effectiveness and competency.
SPC 120 Public Speaking
Credits: 3.00
A human performance course which stresses the theory, practice and criticism of informative and persuasive speeches. Previous speech training and/or experience is recommended. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1b: Oral Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 11: Civic Responsibility
SPC 125 Introduction to Public Relations
Credits: 3.00
Students will learn basic concepts necessary to understand what public relations is and how it is practiced in a variety of settings. The course will begin with an examination of the theoretical and conceptual framework that supports the field of public relations. Students will then have an opportunity to apply theory to practice by helping a campus organization accomplish a public relations goal. Specific emphasis will be placed on the four step public relations process. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1a: Written Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 11: Civic Responsibility
SPC 202 Persuasion
Credits: 3.00
This course examines theories and techniques associated with persuasion ranging from those centered on interpersonal settings to those featured in mass mediated campaigns. Assignments will focus on both oral and written persuasion with the goal of engaging students in the role that persuasive messages play in their lives. This course meets General Education Core Goal 5: Information Literacy and Core Goal 13: Ethical Reasoning and Behavior
SPC 225 Writing for Public Relations Campaigns
Credits: 3.00
Students will receive instruction and writing practice designed to develop professional writing skills used by entry-level public relations practitioners. The course emphasizes the different approaches required for specific audiences and media, beginning with a review of the four-step public relations process. Students will then have an opportunity to practice their writing skills by designing a public relations campaign for a campus or community organization in a service-learning project. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1a: Written Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; and Core Goal 5: Information Literacy
SPC 230 Communication in Organizations
Credits: 3.00
A human performance course which introduces and builds the communication skills necessary for working business and professional settings. Emphasis will be placed on developing a working knowledge of theory and improving skills for interviewing, working in groups and teams, and presentational speaking. This course is suggested for students in business and communication as well as members of the community who are involved in organizations. This course meets General Education Core Goal 1b: Oral Communication Skills; Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; and Core Goal 5: Information Literacy
Last Updated: 02-23-2011
