COMM 270    Communication Laboratory    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides individualized, self-paced and/or small group instruction in basic oral communication skills. Individualized instructional modules are designed to help the student acquire or improve communication skills in specific areas including public speaking, argumentation, small group, forensics speaking, and interpersonal communication. Although this course is most effective for students concurrently enrolled in Communication courses, any students who need assistance in communication skills can benefit. Course offerings vary, depending upon the student's needs and abilities. Students may work with peer tutors and instructors to improve their understanding and skills in speech organization, preparation of presentation aids, delivery of oral messages, creating group agendas, etc. The course is graded Pass/No Pass. Students earn 0.5 units for every 27 hours. They may earn 0.5-3 units per semester and repeat this class until reaching the maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll until the end of the 12th week of instruction.

Schedule: Other Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
F            09:20AM-10:35AM   LAB   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T09 1       26138
.5 Unit - 27 hours laboratory
Web-enhanced
On-Campus

MW           09:00AM-10:15AM   LAB   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T09 1       27840
.5 - 1 Unit - 27-54 hours laboratory
On-Campus

COMM 301    Introduction to Public Speaking    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in COMM 270.
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 ethical research methodology, analytical thinking skills, organization and outlining skills, effective delivery, and appropriate speech presentation skills. Emphasis is on researching, preparing, organizing, and presenting a variety of speeches for varied audiences. Video and/or audio taping equipment may be used as an aid to the student's self-analysis and improvement. Access to a computer with on-line capabilities may be required and is available on campus.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 17-Dec 11
TTh          06:30PM-09:50PM   LEC   N.Caselli            Off Campus Davis    30206
Off-Campus - UC Davis, Olson Hall 227

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T05        29482
TTh          07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T05        28504
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   M.Jeppeson           SCC MAIN T05        26114
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Caselli            SCC MAIN T05        30116
F            09:00AM-12:25PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        31604
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        27424
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T07 1       30118
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        27910
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN AUD 9A      27704
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   J.Anderson           SCC MAIN AUD 9A      26116
TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        27908
MW           03:00PM-04:20PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        28508
TTh          04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   S.Johnson            SCC MAIN AUD 9A      26118
M            06:00PM-09:10PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        28506
T            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        29120
W            07:45PM-10:50PM   LEC   S.Abeyta             SCC MAIN T05        26120
On-Campus

TTh          09:30AM-10:50AM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 150 27150
MW           01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 103 30240
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 150 29702
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

MW           11:30AM-12:50PM   LEC   S.Ybarra             Downtown DT 101      29986
Off-Campus - Downtown Center, 1209 4th Street, Sacramento.

COMM 305    Oral Interpretation    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: ENGRD 310 or ESLR 320 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the field of performance studies through the oral interpretation of various literary forms, including Western and Non-Western forms of literature. Theoretical issues and historical developments are examined and applied to the current performance trends in solo, duo, and interpreters' theater. The focus is on audience analysis, selection and thematic analysis of literature, discussion and application of vocal and physiological delivery techniques, program performance, and post-performance evaluation.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN AUD 9A      31616
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN AUD 7       28680
On-Campus

COMM 311    Argumentation and Debate    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: Recommended concurrent enrollment in COMM 270.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); CSU Area A1; CSU Area A3; IGETC Area 1C
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the role of argument in public discourse. Students develop presentational skills necessary for public advocacy. Assignments include researching, preparing, and presenting sound arguments, as well as developing strategies for refuting others' arguments. Students will explore areas of social, economic, and political controversy through the format of academic debate. Video taping equipment may be used as an aid to the student's self-analysis and improvement.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T10        26124
TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   J.Anderson           SCC MAIN BUS 107     27706
MW           06:00PM-07:20PM   LEC   J.Anderson           SCC MAIN AUD 9A      29484
On-Campus

MW           11:00AM-12:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 103 31564
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

COMM 315    Persuasion    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 300 or ESLW 340 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 presents fundamental theories and techniques of persuasion as they occur in various communication contexts, including commercial, interpersonal, public, and mass media. Students develop critical thinking skills by engaging in oral and written analysis, evaluation, and composition of persuasive messages and by examining the personal, political, cultural, and social impacts of persuasion. Students explore ethical considerations of persuasive communication; learn about types of reasoning; and identify fallacious arguments as they occur in persuasion.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN AUD 9A      29486
On-Campus

COMM 321    Interpersonal Communication    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 50 or ESLW 310 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b); CSU Area D7; IGETC Area 4G
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course focuses on the exploration of communication skills associated with establishing and maintaining satisfying interpersonal relationships. Through theory, discussion, simulations, and structured exercises, students will explore various approaches to successful communication in interpersonal contexts. This course strives to increase an individual's interpersonal personal communication effectiveness through heightened awareness and greater skill as both a sender and receiver of shared messages.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN T05        28682
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN T05        28684
On-Campus

TTh          11:00AM-12:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 150 27950
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

COMM 325    Intercultural Communication    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area II(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D3; CSU Area D7; IGETC Area 4G
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the challenges and promises of intercultural communication in U.S. domestic situations. Variations and commonalities in communication patterns across cultures are examined. Communication processes and outcomes between persons of different cultural backgrounds are also explored. Practical application of factors which influence communication between individuals of different cultures is emphasized.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T05        25226
On-Campus

T            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   K.Cantrell           SCC MAIN AUD 34      32225
NEW SECTION - 32225 - as of 03/27/09
On-Campus

COMM 331    Group Discussion    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in COMM 270.
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 is designed to increase students' understanding of group communication and to prepare students to function more effectively in groups. The course primarily focuses on communication in task and social groups, and assignments will include oral presentations (individual and/or group). The course addresses communication concepts and behaviors related to problem solving, decision making, leadership, group roles, norms, and conformity.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   M.Jeppeson           SCC MAIN AUD 9A      26128
On-Campus

TTh          07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   N.Caselli            SCC MAIN AUD 9A      32226
NEW SECTION - as of 32226
On-Campus

MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN AUD 9A      26132
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN AUD 9A      26134
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN TEC 102     27708
TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   S.Johnson            SCC MAIN BUS 141     28512
MW           03:00PM-04:20PM   LEC   E.Simas              SCC MAIN AUD 7       27710
W            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   S.Ybarra             SCC MAIN T10        27154
On-Campus

COMM 335    Conflict Management    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b); CSU Area D7
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines the communication behaviors involved in the process of interpersonal, work group, and organizational conflicts. Course content will focus on conceptual understanding of theoretical foundations in the social sciences. Application and activities will address the components of conflict and the strategies by which conflict may effectively be managed in personal and professional settings.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN TEC 206     30644
On-Campus

COMM 351    Mass Media and Society    3 Units

Same As: ENGWR 384 and JOUR 310
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D4; IGETC Area 4G
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This is an interdisciplinary course exploring aspects of communication and the impact of mass media on the individual and society. The survey includes basic communication models, books, magazines, newspapers, recordings, movies, radio, television, advertising, public relations, the Internet, theories of communication, relationships between mass media and business and government, and processes and effects from a social science perspective. (Credit may be awarded for COMM 351, ENGWR 384 or JOUR 310.)

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   D.Heimer             SCC MAIN T03 1       30048
On-Campus

Schedule: Other Term, Aug 26-Dec 16
MW           02:45PM-04:05PM   LEC   D.Blunk              Off Campus Davis    28748
Off-Campus - Valley Oak, 1400 East 8th Street, Davis, Room 15.

COMM 361    The Communication Experience    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in COMM 270.
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 introduces students to basic skills and introductory 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 resolution. As part of this course, students will be required to actively participate in groups and deliver individual and group oral presentations.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN AUD 7       30930
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN T08 2       27426
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   S.Johnson            SCC MAIN T05        28520
On-Campus

COMM 374    Forensics Laboratory    1-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: COMM 301 or COMM 311 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 108 hours LAB
Description: Through individualized instruction and participation in public speaking events, academic debate, literature interpretation, public campaigns, and/or training presentations, students will develop listening skills, organization skills, and the ability to recognize matters of political, social, and economic importance. This course helps students develop their skills as critical thinkers and competent speakers. This is a lecture/laboratory course giving practice in preparing for and participating in the Student Speaker's Bureau and/or Intercollegiate Forensics competition. Areas of interest include debate, persuasive speaking, oral interpretation of literature, impromptu speaking, expository speaking, readers' theater, training presentations and campaign development. Field trips to tournaments or other speaking events may be required. The course is open entry/open exit and may be taken four times for a maximum of twelve units. Students earn 1 unit of credit for every 18 hours of lecture or 54 hours of lab.

Schedule: Other Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          02:25PM-02:50PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN T09 1       26126
TTh          03:00PM-06:05PM   LAB   K.Church             SCC MAIN T09 1       
1-2 Units - 18 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory.
On-Campus

COMM 495    Independent Studies in Communication    1-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course involves an individual student or small groups of students in study, research, or activities beyond the scope of regular offered courses, pursuant to an agreement among college, faculty members, and students. Independent studies in communication offers students a chance to do research that is more typical of industry and graduate student work. This course may be taken four times providing there is no duplication of content areas.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson    TBA TBA             32945
On-Campus