COM 105 Introduction to Communication

In this course, students explore key components of applied communications, such as social media, communications planning, multicultural communications, multigenerational communications, conflict management communications, writing press releases, and more. Students build their foundational skills in writing and synthesizing assigned materials into discussions—written and verbal. This course promotes engaging conversations as well as challenging, applicable writing tasks and papers, including a final research project. Students exercise their critical thinking skills as they explore communications in its many forms. This is a gateway course into the B.A. in Applied Communications program and Applied Communications minor, offering students a snapshot of the subjects they will study in their upcoming courses. Pre- requisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 201 with a grade of a C or better or equivalent as determined by advisor. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5