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Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: December 3, 2008

Communication Studies (COMM)


COMM 301    Introduction to Public Speaking    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); CSU Area A1; IGETC Area 1C
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course prepares students to speak in a variety of rhetorical situations: as college students, as employees, as opinion leaders in the community. The course is designed to assist students in developing effective delivery, ethical research methodology, analytical thinking and listening skills, organization and outlining skills, and appropriate presentation skills. Emphasis is on researching, preparing, organizing, and presenting a variety of speeches for different audiences.Video taping equipment may be used as an aid to the student's self-analysis and improvement. Access to a computer with online capabilities may be required and computer access is available on campus.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
MTWTh        07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   L.Chase              CRC MAIN BS 126      26486

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
MTWTh        07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   L.Chase              CRC MAIN BS 126      26786
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Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   C.Wagner             CRC MAIN M 201       27802
TTh          12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   C.Wagner             CRC MAIN M 201       26104
F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   I.MacGregor          CRC MAIN BS 126      27804
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TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   C.Wagner             CRC MAIN M 201       26106
Sa           08:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   J.Gilgun             CRC MAIN BS 126      31481
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   G.Hodgkinson         CRC MAIN L 102       26108
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TTh          01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   C.Harris             CRC MAIN BS 126      26604
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   C.Harris             CRC MAIN BS 126      28180
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   C.Wagner             CRC MAIN M 201       31783
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TTh          05:30PM-06:50PM   LEC   I.MacGregor          CRC MAIN BS 126      27144
M            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   T.Breese             CRC MAIN BS 126      27184

Schedule: Other Term, Feb 20-May 15
F            09:00AM-01:15PM   LEC   S.Wheeler            CRC MAIN M 201       31784


COMM 311    Argumentation and Debate    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 300 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); CSU Area A3
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to argumentation, critical evaluation of evidence, and reasoning in the context of debate. Intended as a practical course, the fundamentals of proposition analysis, case building and dissent are discussed and applied.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   G.Hodgkinson         CRC MAIN CAC 138     26112


COMM 321    Interpersonal Communication    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b); CSU Area E1
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: Explore communication skills associated with satisfying relationships. Using simulations and structured exercises, students experiment with various approaches to successful communication in person-to-person situations. This course strives to increase an individual's personal communication effectiveness through heightened awareness and greater skill as both a sender and receiver of shared messages.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   G.Hodgkinson         CRC MAIN CAC 138     25504
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   G.Hodgkinson         CRC MAIN L 102       30939


COMM 325    Intercultural Communication    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D7; IGETC Area 4G
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
See UC Limitations & Counselor
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the challenges and promises of intercultural communications in the United States. Variations and commonalities in communication patterns across cultures are examined as well as processes and outcomes among persons of different group-based experiential backgrounds. Practical application of factors which influence communication among individuals of different cultures is emphasized.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   C.Wagner             CRC MAIN M 201       25502
W            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   C.Puckering          CRC MAIN BS 126      31482


COMM 331    Group Discussion    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); CSU Area A1; IGETC Area 1C
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
See UC Limitations & Counselor
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to increase students' understanding of group communication and to prepare students to function more effectively in various types of groups, as college students, employees, as members in the community. The course is designed to assist students in developing an understanding of how group communication is uniquely different from other communication. Oral communication techniques within group settings will be analyzed in depth and assignments will include oral presentations (individual and group). The course will enhance students' effectiveness in the small group dynamics of roles, functions, leadership and norms. Problem-solving and decision-making skills are emphasized through simulations and discussion. Video taping equipment may be used as an aid to the student's self-analysis and improvement. Access to a computer with online capabilities may be required and computer access is available on campus.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   D.DuBray             CRC MAIN BS 126      25500
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   C.Harris             CRC MAIN BS 126      25498
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TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   D.DuBray             CRC MAIN BS 126      25494
TTh          12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   B.Kay                CRC MAIN BS 126      25492
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   C.Harris             CRC MAIN BS 126      30943
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T            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   J.Gilgun             CRC MAIN BS 126      26890


COMM 341    Organizational Communication    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 101 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D7
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to allow students to examine both theoretical and pragmatic essentials of effective organizational messages from preparation and presentation to effective observation and analysis. Students will explore the dynamics of organizational communications in basic communication skills, working relationships, leadership, diversity in the workplace, conflict negotiation teams and problem solving and/or decision making groups. The roles of internal and external messages on the communication process and organizational effectiveness will be examined and analyzed. Access to a computer with on-line capabilities may be required and computer access is available on campus.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LEC   D.DuBray             CRC MAIN Online     27806
Class number 27806 is an online course.
Orientation: Wednesday, January 21, 6:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m., BS-126
In order to complete this class, students must either use the CRC Main Campus Computer Lab located in LRC 204 OR have access to a computer with the following requirements: 1) Connection to the Internet; 2) have an email account; and 3) Microsoft Word 2003 - 2007 installed in the computer. Students are encouraged to attend an on-ground orientation on January 21, 2009, Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m. in BS-126.
Please contact Professor Dan DuBray for additional information by e-mail at
dubrayd@crc.losrios.edu or telephone 691-7493.


COMM 361    The Communication Experience    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); CSU Area A1; IGETC Area 1C
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
See UC Limitations & Counselor
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts necessary for effective communication in a variety of settings with a variety of audiences. Special emphasis is placed on practical experiences within groups, facilitation of interpersonal relationships, and methods of conflict management. As part of this course, students are required to actively participate in groups and deliver oral presentations, both individually and in groups. Video taping equipment may be used as an aid to the student's self-analysis and improvement. Access to a computer with online capabilities may be required and computer access is available on campus.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TTh          07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   K.Riese              CRC MAIN M 201       27008
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   K.Riese              CRC MAIN L 102       25512
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   C.Harris             CRC MAIN BS 126      31785
Class 31785 is designed for students in the Diop Scholars Program but is open to all students. IMPORTANT: Enrollment requires Instructor Consent by Permission Number.

Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   T.Breese             CRC MAIN BS 126      25510

Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: December 3, 2008

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