COM 101 : Introduction to Communication and College Success
Strategies and resources that promote college success are explored and applied to communication in this foundational course for communication majors. Students explore the fundamentals of human communication, especially the process of exchanging meaning. The course also examines aspects of communication including theory, interpersonal, nonverbal, mass media and organizational communication, and the impact of emerging technologies on communication. Students examine careers in the field, acquire technical competencies needed to be successful in communication, and conduct both academic and internet research. Prerequisite: A passing score on the college's reading and writing placement tests, or concurrent enrollment in ENG 091 or ENG 092, or permission of the program chair. Three lecture hours per week.
Gen. Ed. Competencies Met: Critical Thinking, Information Literacy, and Written Communication.
Course Outcomes
1. Define communication within the context of intrapersonal, interpersonal, public speaking and mass communication.
2. Analyze strengths and challenges of verbal and nonverbal communication.
3. Examine ethical issues related to human communication.
4. Formulate a plan with academic and career goals.
5. Identify and apply personalized learning and study skills that will enhance their college success.
6. Develop basic financial literacy.