108 109 Comm 2200. Argumentation and Debate (3) An examination of the theory and practice of argumentation with emphasis on parliamentary and policy debate formats. Emphasis also placed on making claims and inferences, research and the use of evidence, cross-examination, case construction, rebuttals and style of presentation. Comm 2210. Intercollegiate Debate (1) Preparation and competition on the national debate resolutions and participation in individual events. Course may be repeated for credit four times. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor required. Comm HU2280. Mass Media and Society (3) Media literacy course which examines the non-legal, but ethical and social problems of mass media. Discusses current media issues and explores constructive steps to improve media relationships. (Also available via correspondence). Comm 2350. Communication Graphics (3) An introduction into the design of communication projects with special emphasis on creative typography, paper, computer-assisted layout and design as well as publication techniques. Working familiarity with desktop publishing required. Prerequisite: Commll30. Comm 2720. Audio Production & Performance (3) An introductory course in audio production and performance. Training in audio console operation, use of recorders and microphones, and audio editing. Class includes basic announcing and formatting for radio stations. Course emphasizes hands-on projects. Comm 2730. Radio Production Workshop (1) Students meet once a week and work as contributors to the Weber State student radio station, KWCR. Work may include such things as station management, announcing, production, news, sales or engineering. At least one shift of 4 hours per week is required. Specific hours to be arranged. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: Comm 2720 and permission of instructor. Comm 2750. In-studio Video Production & Performance (3) An introductory course in all aspects of in-studio video production. Skills include performing for video as well as the use of cameras, switching, lighting, electronic graphics and audio equipment. In- class projects emphasize directing, writing and performing for video. Four classroom hours per week. Comm 2751. Field Video Production & Performance (3) Remote video production and performance. Skills include performance, program planning and writing, use of field cameras and post- production. May be taken in the same semester with Comm 2750. Comm 2890. Cooperative Work Experience for The Signpost (1) Newspaper lab experience at The Signpost for all majors in the journalism and public relations concentrations. Journalism students should register for 1 credit for three consecutive semesters. Public relations students should register for 1 credit for two consecutive semesters. Students will learn facets of producing a print and/or online publication. Skills include news reporting and writing, advertising, design and photography. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: Comm 1130. Comm 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Comm 3050. Theory and Literature of Interpersonal Communication (3) Explores selected theories and perspectives of interpersonal communication through the study of relevant literature. Possible issues addressed include the interpersonal implications of race, gender, class and affectional preference. Prerequisite: Comm HU1050. Comm 3060. Listening Theory (3) Study of listening theory and literature in various contexts including public, interpersonal and intercultural settings. Student exploration and application of listening theories. Prerequisites: Comm HU1020 and HU1050. Comm 3070. Performance Studies (3) Study of aesthetic texts through performance featuring the view of text or literature as communicative event and textual meaning as response in readers and audience. A primary emphasis will be placed on the relationship between performative choices and textual understanding. Prerequisite: HU1020 or permission of instructor. Comm DV3080. Intercultural Communication (3) Explores theoretical perspectives in intercultural communication. Through analysis of various intercultural theories, students will become aware of cultural influences on communication in both international and domestic cultures. Prerequisite: Comm HU1050. Comm 3100. Small Group Communication Theory and Application (3) Examines group communication processes, theories, and current research. Considers the impact of differing group structures on group dynamics. Comm HU1050. Comm 3120. Advanced Public Speaking (3) Study and application of the elements of rhetorical style to manuscript speaking. A close examination of figures of speech and thought applied to speech writing. Prerequisite: Comm HU1020. Comm 3130. News Reporting and Writing (3) Develops journalism skills relevant to newspapers and online news services. Emphasizes news gathering, interviewing and news writing. Prerequisite: Comm 1130. Comm SI3150. Communication Research Methods (3) Explores methods of gathering, analyzing and interpreting data. Topics include: asking questions, observing and measuring communication variables; designing valid and reliable research; research ethics, experimental design and survey research. Emphasis is also placed on how to present research and how to read scholarly journal articles. Prerequisites: Comm HU1050 and Quantitative Literacy. Comm 3220. Editing (3) Develops editing knowledge and skills for print and online publications. Covers copy editing, content editing and page editing. Prerequisite: Comm 2350 or permission of instructor. Comm 3230. Health Communication (3) A broad examination of communication theory, application, and research in health care delivery and management. Examines many different levels and channels of communication including the development and application of interpersonal communication, small group communication and teamwork, organizational communication, communication ethics, leadership, and motivation skills in dealing with health care providers, staff, and consumers in a variety of health care environments. Cross-listed with HAS 3230. Comm 3400. Public Relations (3) Philosophy and practice of public relations in business, government, education and non profit organizations. Case studies will be selected from a wide range of actual public relations concerns to foster decision-making skills and a mature understanding of public relations management. Prerequisite: Comm 2350. Comm 3440. Public Relations Writing (3) Explores principles and practices of a variety of public relations writing formats ranging from news releases to websites. Prerequisite: Comm 1130. Comm 3550. Organizational Communication (3) Study of communication in organizations from various theoretical perspectives with an emphasis on the organizational culture perspective. Includes topics such as communicating with external audiences, decision-making, conflict resolution, and power relationships. Prerequisite: Comm HU1050. Comm 3650. Law of Mass Communication (3) First Amendment origins, interpretations and philosophy underlying regulation of the mass media. Prerequisite: Advanced standing. Comm 3730. Media Programming and Audiences (3) Examines the major historical periods of broadcast program development and explains the basic features of each. Study of programs and personalities who were significant in the development of contemporary radio and television programming. The course describes the basic program types and explains their structure and appeals as well as techniques of audience measurement. Prerequisite: Comm 1120. Comm 3740. Writing for Audio and Video (3) Specialized concepts and techniques required to write effectively for radio, television and other new media technologies. Prerequisite: Comm 1130. Comm 3780. Broadcast News Writing & Production (3) Classroom instruction and practical experience in writing, reporting, performing, producing, and editing for television news. Students will produce newscasts for a local cable channel. Prerequisite: Comm 1130. Comm 3810. Persuasive Communication (3) Study of theories and principles of persuasion from classical to modern times. Examines persuasion as a means of influence in interpersonal communication, public speaking, public relations, advertising, politics, and other contexts. Prerequisite: Advanced standing. Comm 3850. Advertising (3) A practical and theoretical study of advertising. Course is designed for students planning careers in advertising, as well as for those who are simply lifelong consumers of advertising and want to understand its role in the economic system. Prerequisite: Comm 2350 or permission of instructor. Comm 3890a. Advanced Cooperative Work Experience with The Signpost (1-3) Open to students who are Signpost editors and managers. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comm 3890b. Advanced Cooperative Work Experience with KWCR (1-3) Open to students who are KWCR senior staff. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comm 3890c. Advanced Cooperative Work Experience with Public Relations (1-3) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Comm 4130. In-depth and Investigative Journalism (3) Emphasizes finding and writing news stories that move from explanations of what happened to how and why something happened. Examines research techniques and discusses ways to use the law to access information. Prerequisite: Comm 3130. Comm 4150. Classical Rhetorical Theory and Criticism (3) Studies the origins of rhetorical theory in Greece and Rome in the works of Corax, Isocrates, Plato, Protagoras, Aristotle, Cicero and Quintilian. Tensions between rhetoric and philosophy. Study and application of neo-classical standards of rhetorical criticism. Prerequisite: Comm 3810. Comm 4160. Contemporary Rhetorical and Communication Theories (3) Study of contemporary rhetorical and communication theories. Prerequisite: Comm HU1050 and 4150. Comm 4210. Intercollegiate Debate (1) Preparation and competition on the national debate resolutions and participation in individual events. Course may be repeated for credit four times. Prerequisite: Comm 2210 or equivalent. Comm 4400. Public Relations Media and Campaigns (3) Apply communication principles to internal and external publics; research, plan and evaluate social interrelationships; study of the controlled and uncontrolled media and their role in public relations; prepare a major public relations campaign for a selected client. Prerequisite: Comm 3400. Comm 4750. Advanced Audio and Video Production (3) Capstone course for audio and video production. Emphasis is placed on combining production types to produce longer and more complex programs. Prerequisites: Comm 2720, Comm 2750 and Comm 2751. Comm 4760. Electronic Media Management (3) Analysis of complex systems necessary to manage media companies such as radio stations, television stations and cable outlets. Students will develop a master plan for a new media company. Prerequisite: Comm 1120. Comm 4800. Special Study and Individual Projects (1-3) Work with an assigned faculty member on a project of special interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisites: Advanced standing and instructor approval required. Comm 4840. Teaching Journalism and Advising Student Media in the Secondary School (3) Prepares students to be teachers of journalism and advisors of student media in secondary schools. Designed to confront problems involved in organizing a staff, gathering material and publishing a newspaper, yearbook and literary magazine. Prerequisite: Communication Teaching Major or Minor with Junior or Senior standing. Comm 4850. Teaching Speech and Directing Speech Activities in the Secondary School (3) Methods and techniques for teaching speech communication in secondary schools. Techniques and practices for coaching and supervising high school speech activities such as individual events, legislative forum, and debate. Prerequisite: Communication Teaching Major or Minor with Junior or Senior standing. Comm 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-3) An opportunity for students to receive academic credit for faculty approved on-the job learning experiences within certain communication areas of emphasis. C/NC only. Prerequisites: Comm Major with Junior or Senior standing. 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