DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION COURSE OFFERINGS
FALL 2013
Dr. Jeffrey Brand, Chair
CO101-01 (CRN 10315) Intro to Communication Theory 3 credits Brand 2:00-3:15 T Th
Introduces students to the communication discipline and the systematic study of human communication. Emphasis is placed on providing students with the theoretical grounding necessary for future work in the Department of Communication. In the course of the semester, they will also meet department faculty, learn about their scholarly interests and explore career opportunities.
CO107-01/02 Argument and Social Issues 3 credits
Sect. 1 (CRN 10314) Brand 10:00-10:50 M W F
Sect. 2 (CRN 11773) Brand 11:00-11:50 M W F
Introduces students to the process of argumentation. Students will be encouraged to discover and assess arguments existing in artifacts ranging from popular films to presidential addresses. Special attention will be paid to ethical dimensions of argument and to the impact new communication media and climates are having on the way we engage in community and national conversations about social issues.
CO110-01 (CRN 10317) Intro to Radio Industry 3 credits Meister 11:00-11:50 M W F
Study of practical and theoretical applications of radio production techniques, including performance, programming, editing, sales, and management.
CO181-01/03 (CRN 10318/11793) Comm. Practicum-Radio 1 credit TBA Meister
See instructor for details.
CO181-02 (CRN 11788) Comm. Practicum-Video Tutor 1 credit TBA TBA
See instructor for details.
CO181-04/-06/-08/-10 Comm. Lab -Video Tutor 1 credit TBA TBA
Sect.4 (CRN 1423)
Sect. 6 (CRN 14237)
Sect. 8 (CRN 14239)
Sect. 10 (CRN 14241)
See instructor for details.
CO181-05/-07/-09 Comm. Lab –Radio 1 credit TBA Meister
Sect. 5 (CRN 14236)
Sect. 7 (CRN 14238)
Sect. 9 (CRN 14240)
See for details.
CO200 Public Speaking 3 credits
Sect. 1 (CRN 13887) Jones 9:30-10:45 T Th
Sect. 2 (CRN 13888) Jones 2:00-3:15 T Th
Sect. 3 (CRN 14242) Hensley 9:00-9:50 M W F
Sect. 4 (CRN 14243) Hensley 10:00-10:50 M W F
Sect. 5 (CRN 14244) Jones 8:00-9:15 T Th
Sect. 7 (CRN 14721) TBA 12:00-12:50 M W F
Sect. 8 (CRN 14722) TBA 1:00-1:50 M W F
Sect. 9 (CRN 14723) Hensley 11:00-11:50 M W F
Sect. 10 (CRN 14724) Obradovich 11:00-12:15 T Th
Sect. 11 (CRN 14725) Obradovich 12:30-1:45 T Th
Sect. 12 (CRN 15704) TBA 9;30-10:45 T Th
Sect. 13 (CRN 15707) TBA 11:00-12:15 T Th
Sect. 14 (CRN 15708) Baker 12:30-1:45 T Th
Theory and practice in speech preparation and delivery. Emphasis in on inquiry, evidence, reasoning and decision making. Fulfills the Oral Communication Studies Requirement in the MPSL.
CO204-01 (CRN 12697) Investigative Methods 3 credits Curtin 9:00-9:50 M W F
Introduces students to the varied research methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative, used in the communication discipline. Specific attention is paid to representative scholarship from the discipline to facilitate student understanding of the sources and applications of communication knowledge. Prerequisite: CO101 or consent of instructor.
CO242 Business and Professional Comm.
Sect. 1 (CRN 14216) 3 credits Rueter 10:00-10:50 M W F
Sect. 2 (CRN 13889) 3 credits Rueter 1:00-1:50 M W F
Sect. 3 (CRN 14726) 3 credits Obradovich 9:30-10:45 T Th
The focus is on developing a working knowledge of the theory and skills for interpersonal communication, groups and teams, informative and persuasive presentations, and the use of communication technologies in business and professional presentations. Fulfills the University Studies Oral Communication Studies Requirement.
CO251-01 (CRN 10331) Intro to Public Relations 3 credits Rueter 2:00-2:50 M W F
Covers basic public relations principles and tools such as research, planning, media relations, press releases, public service announcements, brochures, newsletters, layout and printing techniques, position papers, and special events. CO101 or consent of instructor.
CO310-01 (CRN 10332) Small Group Comm. 3 credits Baker 4:00-6:50 W
Designed to provide students with an understanding of theory, research and methods of group interactions. Practical applications stressed through study of roles, conflict and leadership. Prerequisite: CO101 or consent of instructor.
CO332-01 (CRN 13616) Gendered Comm. 3 credits Curtin 2:00-3:15 T Th
Examines the variable of gender and its impact on verbal communication, non-verbal communication, marital communication, conflict and organizational communication. Prerequisite: CO101 or consent of instructor.
CO341-01 (CRN 13539) Survey of Organizational Comm. 3 credits Curtin 10:00-10:50 MWF
Examination of the theories of communication within an organization. Topics include formal and informal networks, leadership and management styles, human relations, corporate culture, communication audits and training. Practical application through case studies, simulation and analysis of local companies. Prerequisite: CO101, junior or senior standing or consent of instructor.
CO342-01 (CRN 15711) App. In Org, Communication 3 credits Curtin 11:00-12:15
Examines the variable of gender and its impact on verbal communication, non-verbal communication, marital communication, conflict and organizational communication. Prerequisite: CO101 or consent of instructor.
CO 351-01 (CRN14728) Social Media Writing 3 Credits Brand TBA
See instructor for details.
CO356-01 (CRN 15419) Sport Media 3 credits Meister 1:00-1:50 M W F
Students will study effective communication in the sports entertainment industry, exploring the relationship between sports, media, public relations, and interpersonal communication in today’s society. Critical approaches to sports and public discourse and their application to sports organizations and the media will be examined. Prerequisite: CO 101 or consent of instructor.
CO480 (CRN 11348) Capstone Exp. Learning Sem. 1 credit Brand TBA
Taken in conjunction with CO471-5, an opportunity for reflection on the graduating major’s internship or service learning experience and anticipation for the student’s entry into work and opportunities beyond undergraduate education.
2013 Summer Immersion Schedule
CO 306-01 (CRN50007) Law and Order in Popular Culture 3 Credits Brand June 3- July 31
IN 251-06 (CRN50083) Online Course
The media presents the law and images of the legal system to the public every day. Popular trials, legal dramas and comedies, news reporting of legal issues, court decisions, representations of criminals and lawyers in the media, and many other mediated texts are often the only interactions the general public have with the law. This class will explore how the public learns about the law. This class will explore how the public learns about the law and related concepts such as rights and justice through a study of historical and contemporary media portrayals of legal issues. The study of our legal culture as portrayed through the media will inform the student about a variety of issues with our nation has to address including interactions between law, culture, science, education, professionalism, politics, and community.
CO 343-01/02 (CRN 50008/50009) Communication and Conflict 3 Credits Duncanson
Sect.1 8:00-5:00 May 20-24
Sect.2 8:00-5:00 June 24-28
This is a course in conflict mediation. Students will learn techniques for defusing disagreements and bring conflicting parties to workable, resolutions. On successfully completing the course, students will receive the internationally recognized certificate for the mediation training. There is no prerequisite for this course.
Office Hours
Dr. Curtin: M/W 10:00-11:00 Th 2:00-3:00
Professor Brand: M/W/F 12:00-12:50 T Th 2:00-2:50
Professor Baker: In Office of Student Success
Professor Duncanson: T/Th 1:00-2:00; 3:30-4:30
Professor Hensley: M 12:00-1:00 T 2:00-3:00
Professor Jones: T/Th 11:00-12:00; 1:00-1:45; 3:20-4:00
Professor Meister: M/W/F 2:00-5:00 T 2:30-5:00
Professor Obradovich: T/Th 2:00-4:00
Professor Robinson: M 2:00-3:00
Professor Rueter: M/W/F 11:00-12:00; 3:00-4:00