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107 111 120
CAREER COMMUNICATION INTRODUCTION TO ORAL INTRODUCTION TO
3.0 Units COMMUNICATION COMMUNICATION THEORY
SPCH 107 is an introductory course focus- 3.0 Units 3.0 Units
ing on eff ective oral communication in the SPCH 111 is an introductory course focus- SPCH 120 introduces students to the process
workplace. Emphasis is placed on examining ing on oral communication. The course is of human communication through the study
both theoretical and practical essentials of specifi cally designed for non-native speakers of basic communication models, fundamen-
eff ective business and professional commu- of English whose oral language skills require tal theories, and relevant research fi ndings.
nication - from preparation and presentation further development, and those native Emphasis is placed on achieving an under-
to effi cacious observation and analysis. The English speakers whose degree of communi- standing of the various forms of human
course focuses on developing skills in the cation anxiety prevents them from commu- communication, and the ways in which
areas of language, listening, verbal and nicating eff ectively in social, academic and/ researchers contribute to the communication
nonverbal behaviors, interviewing, informa- or workplace settings. Emphasis is placed fi eld. Coursework encourages students to
tive and persuasive presentations, confl ict on examining both theoretical and practical research, analyze and apply communication
management, group problem solving, and essentials of eff ective oral communication. theories to everyday communication prac-
cross cultural communication in the work- Speech 111 focuses on developing skills in the tices. SPCH 120 prepares students for upper
place. Speech 107 deals with the specifi c chal- areas of language, listening, voice, articula- division coursework in the communication
lenges associated with oral communication tion, pronunciation, verbal and nonverbal discipline. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended
in a career setting. The course is designed for behaviors, interpersonal conversations, Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 101. ESL
students of all majors- not only those seeking informative presentations, job interviews students should complete ESL 155. Transfer
a career in business. Lecture 3 hours. Recom- and workplace communication, conflict Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID COMM 180)
mended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL management, group problem solving, and 160
101. ESL students should complete ESL 155. cross cultural communication. Lecture 3 FORENSICS COMPETITION
Transfer Credit: CSU. hours. Recommended Preparation: Eligi- 3.0 Units
bility for ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Transfer
108 Credit: CSU. SPCH 160 teaches students to participate in
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION competitive Speech and Debate activities
3.0 Units 115 and events which are commonly referred to
SPCH 108 is an introductory course focus- GENDER AND COMMUNICATION as Forensics. Students learn the strategies,
ing on the principles and practices of 3.0 Units techniques and skills needed to prepare and
intercultural communication. This course is SPCH 115 is an introductory course designed deliver presentations before various audi-
designed to help students become familiar to analyze issues of gender and communica- ences. Activities range from debate to public
with the major theories and research of tion. Using a communication approach, the speaking to oral interpretation of literature.
intercultural communication in domestic course examines theoretical and perspectives Students who repeat this course master
and global contexts. Students examine issues in gender construction by explaining communication skills through further
culturally coded communication behaviors the diff erences between gender, sex, and instruction and practice. Regular participa-
to identify and understand diff erences in sexual orientation, and how gender, race, tion in tournament, campus and community
communication patterns among individuals and class intersect with one another. Students presentations is required. Note: Students can
and groups from diverse ethnic and cultural explore the relationship between gender and repeat this competition course three times
backgrounds. The course provides students communication as it relates to verbal and (four total enrollments). If a student has taken
with an opportunity to enhance their nonverbal communication. Students also SPEECH 190, 191, 192 or 193 prior to Spring
intercultural communication knowledge learn to identify the perception of gendered 2017, such classes will count towards the
and skills through practical exercises and communication from various standpoints, four total enrollment limit. Lecture 3 hours.
activities. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended including those of heterosexual men and Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for
Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 101. ESL women as well as lesbian, gay, bisexual, ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Transfer Credit: CSU,
students should complete ESL 155. Course transgender, and queer (and/or questioning) UC. (C-ID COMM 160B)
Typically Off ered: Spring. Transfer Credit: individuals/identities (LBGTQ). An empha-
CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID COMM 150) sis is placed on improving communication STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
skills by exploring the signifi cance of gender
in everyday communication interactions. 100
Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Prepara- COLLEGE ORIENTATION
tion: Eligibility for ENGL 101. ESL students 1.0 Unit
should complete ESL 155. Transfer Credit: ST DV 100 is an introductory college orienta-
CSU, UC, USC. tion course for newly enrolled and matricu-
lated students. The course covers the follow-
ing topics: college academic regulations;
four-year schools’ requirements for transfer;
Associate Degree Requirements for AA, AS,
AA-T, AS-T; certifi cate program require-
ments; student services and specialized
student support services. At the conclusion
of the course, the student prepares a Student
Educational Plan. Note: This course is Pass/
No Pass only. Lecture 1 hour. Recommended
Preparation: ENGL 190 and 191 or ESL 133.
Transfer Credit: CSU.

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