Communication Studies
Communication Theory
COMM101
This course examines concepts and contexts relevant to the study of human communication. Specifically, this course explores basic elements in the communication process as they occur in the context of interpersonal relationships, groups and organizations, public speaking, media, and various cultural contexts.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Interpersonal Communication
COMM105
This introductory communication skills course helps students develop competencies in diverse social and professional communication. Students engage in activities and assignments that focus on diversity, perception, listening skills and conflict management skills.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Effective Speaking
COMM110
This course helps students build confidence in preparing and delivering informative and persuasive speeches. Topics include subject selection, audience analysis, research, organization, and use of voice and body in speech delivery.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Corequisite: None
Effective Speaking (Honors section)
COMM110H
This course helps students build confidence in preparing and delivering informative and persuasive speeches. Topics include subject selection, audience analysis, research, organization, and use of voice and body in speech delivery.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better); admission to the Honors@Bucks program
Corequisite: None
Media and Society
COMM111
Students examine the social, legal, ethical, and political implications of the relationship between mass media and society, including world cultures and media influences. All students, particularly those who specialize in communication, multimedia, and journalism, gain through this college-level, survey course, a foundation for future studies and responsible citizenship.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Voice and Articulation
COMM210
This course is designed for students in communication based careers, such as theater performance, film acting, broadcasting, education, and business. Coursework focuses on improving quality of speaking voice, articulation and pronunciation of sounds, and accent reduction. This is a workshop based class highlighting application and practice.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Intercultural Communication
COMM215
Students develop cross-cultural competency by examining how different cultural backgrounds communicate based on the value systems, worldviews, and narratives that ground them. The course emphasizes major demographic and societal shifts occurring in the 21st century resulting in growing diversity and interconnectedness throughout the world.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Corequisite: None
Oral Interpretation (formerly COMG230)
COMM230
This course engages the student in analyzing prose, poetry and drama, essays and documentaries, preparing the material for presentation, and performing oral readings to an audience. Students develop a critical appreciation of literature, enhanced skills in the use of voice and gesture, and skill in critiquing performances.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Persuasive Communication
COMM240
This course helps students build skill in analysis, writing, and communication of persuasive messages. Topics include: the theoretical premises currently operating in the field of persuasion, research and analysis of persuasive messages, preparing and delivering persuasive messages through a variety of channels.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Completion of COMM111 with at least a C or better
Corequisite: None