Course Descriptions

Speech Communications (SPEE)

99 Voice and Diction for Non-Native Speakers of English
3 hours, 3 units
This course emphasizes American English standards of pronunciation, listening comprehension, ear-training techniques, effective use of the vocal variables of the voice-rate, pitch force and quality, vocabulary building, conversation with emphasis on correct use of grammar, sentence structures, common American idioms, pronunciation and reading. Associate Degree Credit.

101 Voice and Diction
3 hours, 3 units
Designed to improve vocal production and the articulation, enunciation, and pronunciation of words. Improvement in this area is vitally necessary in providing a foundation for people who expect to deal largely with the public through orally oriented situations such as Theatre, selling, public services, and the professions. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.

103 Oral Communication
3 hours, 3 units
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Chicano Studies 103, Black Studies 152, or Bilingual Studies 103.
This course offers a wide variety of reading, application and speaking assignments designed to expose students to all the major skills of speechmaking. Students focus on the following basic elements: ethics; analyzing the audience; visual aids; choosing a topic and specific purpose; outlining, listening, organizing a speech; delivery; small group communication; informative and persuasive speaking; speaker credibility; effective use of language; library research; and communication and/ or speeches to entertain. All students give several speeches both with and without visual aids. This course is designed to prepare students for majors in Communications as well as for the general population. Designated sections of this course are taught from a specific cultural perspective and are cross-listed under Bilingual Studies, Black Studies, and Chicano Studies in the catalog and class schedule. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.
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104 Advanced Public Communication
3 hours, 3 units
Prerequisite: Speech 103 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
This course covers theory, practice and critical analysis of public communication, including speeches on subjects of current interest both local and global. It includes an introduction to the relationship between rhetorical theory and criticism and rhetorical practice in public communication Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.

135 Interpersonal Communication
3 hours, 3 units
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Designed to offer students an opportunity to investigate those areas of speech and speaking that are not oriented toward an audience situation. Emphasizes learning to understand others and listening critically in an intersocial situation. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

160 Argumentation
3 hours, 3 units
Prerequisite: Speech 103 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
This is a course in the construction and analysis of argument. The course emphasizes the essentials of argumentation: theory, research, and analysis of propositions, tests of evidence, construction and application of arguments to everyday life and public policy. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/ univ.; UC.
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170 Small Group Communication
3 hours, 3 units
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Practical experience in the techniques of leading and participating in group discussions. The panel, dialogue, symposium, problem-solving, lecture-forum and parliamentary procedure are covered. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

180 Intercultural Communication
3 hours, 3 units
Major concepts and principles of intercultural communication. A study of the relationship between culture and communications emphasizing social psychological variables, verbal and nonverbal language systems, intercultural communication breakdowns and conflict resolution. Practical application of intercultural communication principles to contemporary problems of cross-cultural and international communication will be stressed. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/ univ.; UC.

290 Independent Study
Hours by Arrangement, 1-3 units
Limitation on Enrollment: Must obtain an Add Code from instructor for registration. Advanced special work in debate, radio interpretation, public address.
This course may be taken four times with different content for a maximum of six units. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC transfer limitations. See a counselor.
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Journalism

210A Journalism Workshop
Hours by Arrangement; 6-9 lab hours, 2-3 units
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
This course is designed to provide experience in production and publication of a student newspaper accompanied by ongoing advice, criticism and evaluation from a faculty advisor. Emphasis is on gathering and writing news. Some editing and production experience may be optional. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

210B Journalism Workshop
Hours by Arrangement; 6-9 hours lab, 2-3 units
Prerequisite: Journalism 210A with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Experience in production and publication of a student newspaper accompanied by ongoing advice, criticism and evaluation from the faculty advisor. Emphasis is on planning, laying out, editing, pasting up and proofreading, but with continued experience in gathering and writing news, editorials, and in-depth stories. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/ univ.
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210C Journalism Workshop
Hours by Arrangement; 6-9 hours lab, 2-3 units
Prerequisite: Journalism 210B with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Experience in production and publication of a student newspaper accompanied by ongoing advice, criticism and evaluation from a faculty advisor. Emphasis is on editorial aspects of newspaper production. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

210D Journalism Workshop
Hours by Arrangement; 6-9 hours lab, 2-3 units
Prerequisite: Journalism 210C with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Experience in production and publication of student newspaper accompanied by ongoing advice, criticism, and evaluation from faculty advisor. This is an elective course that does not count toward the A.A. Degree. It is designed for those students who want to use workshop situations in which to sharpen their skills and to develop skills other than those learned in Journalism 210A, 210B, 210C. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

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