Speech Communication (Spch)
3. Fundamentals of Public Communication (3)
Theories of human communication and their function in contemporary public
settings; experiences designed to enhance fundamental communication skills
-- research, organization, reasoning, listening, and problem solving --
through a series of oral presentations.
4. Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
Introduction to various theories of interpersonal communication; participation
in experiences designed to enhance competence in interpersonal relationships.
5. Argumentation (3)
Logical analysis, evidence, reasoning, and proof used in arriving at rational
decisions as demonstrated through presentation of public speeches and debates.
7. Persuasion (3)
Analysis and practice of the use of persuasion as a social tool for resolving
controversy and forming opinions from the perspectives of both the persuader
and the persuaded.
8. Group Discussion (3)
Communication in group thinking and problem solving through preparation
and presentation of panels and symposia on public issues.
10T. Topics in Speech (1-3; max total 9)
Contemporary problems and issues in speech communication; sections include
such topics as freedom of speech, parliamentary procedure, special communication
skills, rhetoric of protest and response, and communication processes.
15. Forensics Laboratory (1-2; max total 4)
Experience in the presentation of debates, oral interpretation programs,
persuasive and expository speaking. Intramural and intercollegiate competition
in forensics.
103. Advanced Public Speaking (3)
Advanced principles of expository and persuasive speaking; development of
skills through analysis, preparation, organization, and delivery of various
types of speech.
105. Argumentation Theory (3)
Analysis of the theories and techniques of argumentation, including models
of argument, relationships between persuasion and argumentation, and the
effects of argumentative discourse.
106. Statistical Applications in Communication (3)
Introduction to elementary statistical concepts, correlation analysis, parametric
and nonparametric tests; emphasis on the application of statistical procedures
to communication research. (Computer lab fee, $15)
108. Communication and the Small Group (3)
Analysis of group communication theories and their application to small
group behavior in specific variables such as leadership, power, conflict-resolution,
conformity, cohesiveness, and related group processes.
114. Communication and Learning (3)
(Same as T Ed 158.) The nature of communication and its relationship to
learning and instruction; management of oral communication strategies in
the educational setting.
115. Advanced Forensics Laboratory (1-2; max total 6)
Experience in the presentation of debates, oral interpretation programs,
persuasive and expository speaking. Intramural and intercollegiate competition
in forensics.
140. Rhetorical Theory (3)
An examination and analysis of significant theories and theorists of rhetoric
from the classical to the modern period. Emphasis on preparation of research
papers reflecting rhetorical principles of communication.
142. Rhetorical Criticism (3)
An examination of classical and contemporary principles of rhetorical criticism.
Preparation and presentation of written analyses utilizing these principles
in analyzing and evaluating rhetorical events.
146. British Political Communication (3)
A systems approach to the study of British institutions and communication.
Study of government, press, broadcasting, education, and the criminal justice
system to facilitate instruction in the evaluation of political messages.
Emphasis given the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.
148. American Public Address (3)
An examination of significant American speakers and speeches set in an environment
of social and political history. The course is designed to acquaint students
with the role of public address within the forces of American history.
160. General Semantics (3)
Study of the attempt to organize the findings of the sciences of men and
to develop procedures for self-management of man as a symbol user; internalizing
the procedures.
162. Interpersonal Communication (3)
Nature of the communication process; factors affecting the process and the
individuals involved.
163. Social Influence and Attitude Change (3)
Seminar on the nature and effects of social influence, with special emphasis
on attitude formation and change, conformity, behavior, "brain washing,"
prejudice, and propaganda as functions of communication.
164. Intercultural Communication (3)
Analysis of cultural variables and factors in the communication process
and strategies for the resolution of intercultural problems; consideration
of implications for education and programs necessarily involving intercultural
communication.
165. Computer Applications in Communication (3)
Study and use of various computer systems available in the study of human
communication: Fortran IV, Coursewriter III, LISP, SNOBOL, General Enquirer;
emphasis on processing verbal data.
166. Communication Research Methods (3)
Application of behavioral research principles to problems in quantification,
design, and analysis of data in communication research. (Computer lab fee,
$15)
167. Leadership in Groups and Organizations (3)
Theory and practice of selected leadership variables in groups and organizations;
functions of leadership in formal and informal structures, understanding
and analysis of role-playing techniques.
168. Communication in Organizations (3)
Application of communication principles to the improvement of organizational
efficiency.
188T. Topics in Speech (1-3; max total 9)
Selected topics in speech communication.
189. Projects in Speech (1-3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Projects in speech communication.
(4 hours activity)
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Speech Communication (Spch)
200. Introduction to Graduate Study (3)
Prerequisite: minor equivalent or permission of instructor. Seminar in research
procedures and materials. Required of all majors during the first semester
of graduate work.
215. Seminar in Speech Arts (3; max total 9)
Research and individually directed work within one area of specialization.
241. Seminar in Rhetorical Theory (3)
A seminar which deals with the development of specific principles by selected
theorists.
242. Seminar in Contemporary Criticism (3)
The role of rhetorical criticism in contemporary society.
243. Seminar in the History of American Public Address (3)
Prerequisite: Spch 142, 146, 148, equivalent, or permission of instructor.
A detailed study of selected men and women who have influenced political,
religious, and social problems in American history.
244. Seminar in Contemporary Public Address (3)
Prerequisite: Spch 142, 146, 148, equivalent, or permission of instructor.
The study of contemporary figures in public address who have influenced
political, religious, economic, and social problems in the 20th century.
262. Seminar in Communication Theory and Research (3)
Prerequisite: Spch 100, equivalent, or permission of instructor. An examination
and evaluation of mathematical, philosophical, sociological, psychological,
and rhetorical theories of human communication. Emphasis upon the assumptions
and implications of various theories, models, and con structs.
263. Seminar in Group Communication (3)
Prerequisite: Spch 108, equivalent, or permission of instructor. A critical
examination of the scientific research and theories in group communication
including research variables and methodologies. Implications of research
findings for contemporary communication problems.
264. Seminar in Communication Research Methods (3)
The nature, implications, and assumptions of methodologies in human communication
research. Discussion of quantification, design, and statistical inference
as they relate to experimental, quasi-experimental, descriptive, survey,
and case study methodologies.
290. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.
299. Thesis (2-6; max total 6)
Prerequisite: appropriate methodological tools (Spch 242M, 264M, or 270M),
equivalent, or permission of student's committee. See Criteria for Thesis
and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an acceptable thesis
for the master's degree.
Note: Students must have earned at least a C in all courses considered as
meeting the prerequisite requirements.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Speech Communication (Spch)
303. Topics in Speech
(1-3; repeatable with different topics)