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 - First, Jan 16-Mar 15
MW           01:30PM-04:50PM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T05        15171
On-Campus

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 16-May 13
MW           01:30PM-04:10PM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T05        14745
On-Campus

TTh          05:30PM-08:40PM   LEC   D.Fabionar           West Sac WSC 217     14311
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1115 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
MW           07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T05        14743
TTh          07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   N.Caselli            SCC MAIN T05        11417
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN T05        13283
F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   S.Ybarra             SCC MAIN T07 1       13773
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   TBA                  SCC MAIN T05        12437
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN T05        15371
F            10:45AM-02:00PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        14019
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T05        12811
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MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN TEC 206     15925
Web-enhanced

TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        12665
Web-enhanced

TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        12809
Web-enhanced

TTh          04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T05        11419
Web-enhanced

M            06:00PM-09:20PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        13285
Web-enhanced

W            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          SCC MAIN T05        15857
Web-enhanced
On-Campus

MW           09:30AM-10:50AM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 105 12199
TTh          11:00AM-12:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 105 14221
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

Su           05:30PM-08:35PM   LEC   J.Hawthorne          West Sac WSC 219     15527
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1115 West Capitol Avenue, West 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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN TEC 206     15859
MW           03:00PM-04:20PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN TEC 206     32909
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   J.Anderson            TBA TBA             14747
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   J.Anderson           SCC MAIN T10        11423
MW           04:30PM-05:50PM   LEC   S.Johnson            SCC MAIN TEC 110     14021
On-Campus

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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN T05        14023
On-Campus

COMM 316    Advanced Argumentation and Critical Thinking    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; IGETC Area 1B
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: The primary emphasis of this course is on argumentation as the study of analysis, evidence, reasoning, refutation, and rebuttal, in written, oral, and visual communication. Significant components of instruction will be in written argumentation, with special attention to the essay form. Students write a minimum of 8,000 words divided among at least five essays all of which require research. Curriculum includes "critical thinking" approaches to commercial, legal, political, and academic argumentation and persuasion.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   D.Fabionar            TBA TBA             14749
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN AUD 9A      13417
TTh          04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T06        15517
MW           11:00AM-12:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 150 12841
TTh          09:30AM-10:50AM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 105 32214
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   P.Redmond             TBA TBA             10623
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   D.Fabionar           SCC MAIN TEC 206     15863
On-Campus

MW           01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   M.Severson           Davis Cntr Davis 105 32097
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   S.Ybarra             SCC MAIN TEC 206     11427
MW           07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   N.Caselli            SCC MAIN T10        15521
TTh          07:30AM-08:50AM   LEC   M.Jeppeson           SCC MAIN TEC 206     11429
TTh          04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   M.Jeppeson           SCC MAIN BUS 236     11431
TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN TEC 206     13289
TTh          05:30PM-06:50PM   LEC   L.Petite             SCC MAIN T04 1       13291
On-Campus

MW           10:00AM-11:20AM   LEC   S.Johnson            West Sac WSC 214     32073
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1115 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento.

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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN TEC 206     15927
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW           01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   D.Heimer             SCC MAIN T03 1       15055
On-Campus

MW           05:30PM-06:50PM   LEC   R.Leibrock           Davis Cntr Davis 103 13459
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Harris-Jenkinson   SCC MAIN T10        15525
Web-enhanced

MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   P.Redmond             TBA TBA             12439
MW           04:30PM-05:50PM   LEC   P.Redmond            SCC MAIN AUD 34      13421
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: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
TTh          02:25PM-02:50PM   LEC   K.Church             SCC MAIN T09 1       32074
TTh          03:00PM-06:05PM   LAB   K.Church             SCC MAIN T09 1       
1, 2, or 3 Units
On-Campus