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Programs and Courses - Humanities, Business & Speech Communications


Business, Communication, Humanities, and Psychology

Programs

Courses

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    ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting


    Prerequisites: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent.

    Corequisites: Recommended: MATH 1324   



    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of financial accounting as prescribed by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as applied to transactions and events that affect business organizations. Students will examine the procedures and systems to accumulate, analyze, measure, and record financial transactions. Students will use recorded financial information to prepare a balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of shareholders’ equity to communicate the business entity’s results of operations and financial position to users of financial information who are external to the company. Students will study the nature of assets, liabilities, and owners’ equity while learning to use reported financial information for purposes of making decisions about the company. Students will be exposed to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0301.51 04


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
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    ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting


    Prerequisites: ACCT 2301  

    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting appropriate for all organizations. Students will study information from the entity’s accounting system relevant to decisions made by internal managers, as distinguished from information relevant to users who are external to the company. The emphasis is on the identification and assignment of product costs, operational budgeting and planning, cost control, and management decision making. Topics include product costing methodologies, cost behavior, operational and capital budgeting, and performance evaluation.
     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0301.51 04


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
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    BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications


    Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 11.0202.54.04


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
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    BUSI 1301 - Business Principles


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the role of business in modern society. Includes overview of business operations, analysis of the specialized fields within the business organization, and development of a business vocabulary.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0101.51 04


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
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    CHIN 1411 - Elementary Chinese I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    CHIN 1412 - Elementary Chinese II


    Prerequisites: CHIN 1411  or departmental approval

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This is a continuation of CHIN 1411 

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Survey of basic content and structural elements of mass media and their functions and influences on society.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.51 06



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  •  

    COMM 1318 - Photography I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    Introduction to the basics of photography, including techniques and equipment operation.


     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 50.0605.51 26


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    COMM 1319 - Photography II (second semester, journalism emphasis)


    Prerequisites: COMM 1318  or equivalent

    Extends students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 50.0605.52 26


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    COMM 2300 - Media Literacy


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 

    Criticism and analysis of the function, role, and responsibility of the mass media in modern society from the consumer perspective. Includes the ethical problems and issues facing each media format, with the effect of political, economic, and cultural factors on the operation of the media.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.53 06


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307  OR MUSB 1305  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Fundamentals of advertising including marketing theory and strategy, copywriting, design, and selection of media.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0903.51 06


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    COMM 2330 - Introduction to Public Relations


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 

    Exploration of the history and development of public relations. Presentation of the theory behind and process of public relations, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of PR campaigns.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0902.51 06


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
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    FREN 1300 - Beginning Conversational French I


    For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in French. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0901.54 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  •  

    FREN 1411 - Elementary French I


    Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0901.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    FREN 1412 - Elementary French II


    Prerequisites: FREN 1411 , departmental approval, or placement exam.

    Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of FREN 1411 . A language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0901.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    FREN 2311 - Intermediate French I


    Prerequisites: FREN 1412 , departmental approval, or placement exam.

    This course is a continuation of FREN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and civilization.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0901.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    FREN 2312 - Intermediate French II


    Prerequisites: FREN 2311 , departmental approval, or placement exam.

    This course is a continuation of FREN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and literature.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0901.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    GERM 1411 - Elementary German I


    Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0501.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    GERM 1412 - Elementary German II


    Prerequisites: GERM 1411  or departmental approval

    Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This course is a continuation of GERM 1411 .

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0501.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    HUMA 1301 - Introduction to the Humanities I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 24.0103.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    HUMA 1302 - Introduction to the Humanities II


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 24.0103.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the study of ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes introduction to the history, theories, and methods of reasoning.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0101.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    A comparative study of various world religions.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0201.52 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PHIL 2303 - Introduction to Logic


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    Nature and methods of clear and critical thinking and methods of reasoning such as deduction, induction, scientific reasoning, and fallacies.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0101.52 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Classical and contemporary theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, and moral and ethical standards.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0101.53 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
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    PHIL 2307 - Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Critical examination of the major theories concerning the organization of societies and government.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0101.54 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  •  

    PHIL 2316 - History of Classical and Modern Philosophy I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Study of major philosophers and philosophical systems from ancient, through medieval, to modern times.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0101.55 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  •  

    PHIL 2321 - Philosophy of Religion


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    A critical investigation of major religious ideas and experiences

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 38.0201.53 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  •  

    PSYC 2301 - General Psychology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Survey of major topics in psychology. Introduces the study of behavior and the factors that determine and affect behavior and mental processes.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0101.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2306 - Human Sexuality


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Study of the psychological, sociological, and physiological aspects of human sexuality.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0101.53 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2307 - Adolescent Psychology I


    This course examines the relationship of the physical, emotional, social, and mental factors of growth and development in early adolescence with particular emphasis on behavior, self-image, interpersonal relationships, and motivation.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0701.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    PSYC 2308 - Child Psychology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Study of the relationship of the physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, perceptual, and social factors of growth and development during childhood.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.2703.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development


    Prerequisites: PSYC 2301 

    Study of the relationship of the physical, emotional, social and mental factors of growth and development of the individual throughout the lifespan.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0701.51 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2315 - Psychology of Adjustment


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Study of the processes involved in adjustment of individuals to their personal and social environments.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0101.56 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2316 - Psychology of Personality


    Prerequisites: PSYC 2301 

    Study of various approaches to determinants, development, and assessment of personality.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0101.57 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2317 - Statistical Methods in Psychology


    Prerequisites: MATH 1314  or equivalent; PSYC 2301 

    Study of statistical methods used in psychological research, assessment, and testing. Includes the study of measures of central tendency and variability, statistical inference, correlation and regression as these apply to psychology.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0101.52 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    PSYC 2319 - Social Psychology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Study of individual behavior within the social environment. May include topics such as the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, and group processes.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.1601.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 1300 - Beginning Conversational Spanish I


    For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in Spanish. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.54 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 1310 - Beginning Conversational Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1300 , placement exam, or departmental approval

    For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in Spanish. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness. This is a continuation of SPAN 1300 .

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.54 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 1411 - Elementary Spanish I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 1412 - Elementary Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , Placement exam, or departmental approval.

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of SPAN 1411 .

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 2311 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1412 , placement exam, or departmental approval

    This course is a continuation of SPAN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPAN 2312 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , placement exam, or departmental approval

    This course is a continuation of SPAN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on theories and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group and public speech. Students learn about communication theory, improve skills in communication with others, and make formal oral presentations.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on research, composition, organization, delivery, and analysis of speeches for various purposes and occasions. This course is designed for students who want to improve skills in public speaking. Emphasis is on critical thinking and refining techniques of speaking.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.53 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on the theories and exercises in verbal and nonverbal communication with focus on interpersonal relationships. Students improve their interpersonal skills by examining issues involving: language, nonverbal communication, culture, listening, conflict resolution, and self-concept. (Excellent for students entering the fields of health care, education or any occupation with a high level of interpersonal exchange.)

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.54 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on the application of theories and practice of speech communication as applied to business and professional situations. Students learn the fundamental techniques of business and professional presentations, including organizational and other types of communication used in business settings. Emphasis is on critical thinking, nonverbal communication, listening skills, interviewing, group processes and formal presentations in an organizational environment.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.52 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 1342 - Voice and Diction


    Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2336 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    Physiology and mechanics of effective voice production with practice in articulation, pronunciation, and enunciation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.58 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 2333 - Discussion and Small Group Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course focuses on discussion and small group theories and techniques as they relate to group process and interaction. Students will examine and participate in the group process to achieve a better understanding of group dynamics in different environments.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.56 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 2335 - Argumentation and Debate


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    The course covers the principles of argumentation and debate, analysis and discussion of current public questions, briefing, inductive and deductive reasoning, strategy, refutation, and rebuttal in debates.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.59 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  •  

    SPCH 2341 - Oral Interpretation


    Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2370 

    This course focuses on theories and techniques in analyzing and interpreting literature. Students will participate in the analysis and oral presentation of various literary forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.57 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes