COM 100 Introduction to Human Communication (3)
Topics-oriented introduction to basic theories, dimensions, and concepts of human communicative interaction and behavior.
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COM 110 Elements of Interpersonal Communication (3)
Demonstration and practice of communicative techniques in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite: 2.25 GPA. |
COM 191 Being Successful in Communication Studies at ASU (1)
Small course emphasizing student-faculty discussion/interaction. Strongly recommended for first-year students.
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COM 194 Communication and Creativity (3)
Covers topics of immediate or special interest to a faculty member and students.
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COM 207 Introduction to Communication Inquiry (3)
Bases of inquiry into human communication, including introduction to notions of theory, philosophy, problems, and approaches to the study of communication. Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA.
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COM 222 Argumentation (3)
Philosophical and theoretical foundations of argumentation, including a comparison of models of advocacy and evidence. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or 105.
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COM 225 Public Speaking (3)
Verbal and nonverbal communication in platform speaking. Discussion and practice in vocal and physical delivery and in purposeful organization and development of public communication. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or 105.
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COM 230 Small Group Communication (3)
Principles and processes of small group communication, attitudes, and skills for effective participation and leadership in small groups, small group problem solving, and decision making.
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COM 241 Introduction to Oral Interpretation (3)
Communication of literary materials through the mode of performance. Verbal and nonverbal behavior, interface of interpreter with literature and audience, and rhetorical and dramatic analysis of literary modes. Prerequisites: ENG 101/105; 2.25 GPA.
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COM 250 Introduction to Organizational Communication (3)
Introduces the study of communication in organizations, including identification of variables, roles, and patterns influencing communication in organizations. Prerequisite: 2.25 GPA.
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COM 259 Communication in Business and the Professions (3)
Interpersonal, group, and public communication in business and professional organizations. Not open to freshmen and not available for credit toward the major.
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COM 263 Elements of Intercultural Communication (3)
Basic concepts, principles, and skills for improving communication among persons from different minority, racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Lecture, discussion. Prerequisite: 2.25 GPA. |
COM 281 Communication Activities (1-3)
Nongraded participation in forensics or interpretation cocurricular activities. Maximum 3 semester hours each semester. Prerequisite: instructor approval.
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COM 300 Communication in Interdisciplinary Studies (3)
Examines and analyzes communication in the context of other academic disciplines. Open to BIS majors only. Prerequisites: both COM 100 and 225 or only COM 259; 2.00 GPA. |
COM 308 Advanced Research Methods in Communication (3)
Advanced communication research methods, including quantitative, qualitative, and critical approaches. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. Prerequisites with a grade of "C" (2.00) or higher: COM 207; MAT 142 (or higher-level MAT course).
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COM 310 Relational Communication (3)
Explores communication issues in the development of personal relationships. Current topics concerning communication in friendship, romantic, and work relationships. Prerequisites: COM 100; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 312 Communication, Conflict, and Negotiation (3)
Theories and strategies of communication relevant to the management of conflicts and the conduct of negotiations. Prerequisites: COM 100; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 316 Gender and Communication (3)
Introduces gender-related communication. Examines verbal, nonverbal, and paralinguistic differences and similarities within social, psychological, and historic perspectives. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 317 Nonverbal Communication (3)
Study of communication using space, time, movement, facial expression, touch, appearance, smell, environment, objects, voice, and gender/cultural variables. Not open to students with credit in COM 294 ST: Beyond Words. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 319 Persuasion and Social Influence (3)
Variables that influence and modify attitudes and behaviors of message senders and receivers, including analysis of theories, research, and current problems. Prerequisite: COM 207 (or its equivalent); minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. Prerequisite for nonmajors: POS 401 or PSY 230 or QBA 221 or SOC 390 or STP 226. |
COM 320 Communication and Consumerism (3)
Critical evaluation of messages designed for public consumption. Perceiving, evaluating, and responding to political, social, and commercial communication. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 321 Rhetorical Theory and Research (3)
Historical development of rhetorical theory and research in communication, from classical antiquity to the present. Prerequisites: COM 100; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 323 Communication Approaches to Popular Culture (3)
Critical analysis of popular culture within social and political contexts; emphasizes multicultural influences and representations in everyday life. Lecture, discussion. Prerequisites: COM 100; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 325 Advanced Public Speaking (3)
Social and pragmatic aspects of public speaking as a communicative system; strategies of rhetorical theory and the presentation of forms of public communication. Prerequisites: COM 225; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 341 Social Contexts for Performance (3)
Adaptation and performance of literature for the community outside the university. Research into the practical uses of performed literature. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 371 Language, Culture, and Communication (3)
Cultural influences of language on communication, including social functions of language, bilingualism, biculturalism, and bidialectism. Lecture, discussion. Prerequisites: COM 263; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 382 Classroom Apprenticeship (1-6)
Nongraded credit for students extending their experience with a content area by assisting with classroom supervision in other COM courses (maximum 3 semester hours each semester). Prerequisites: 2.50 GPA; written instructor approval.
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COM 394 Special Topics (1-4)
Covers topics of immediate or special interest to a faculty member and students.
Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 400 Communication in Professions (3)
Specialized study of communication processes in professional and organizational settings. Open to BIS majors only. May be repeated for credit. Lecture, discussion. Prerequisites: both COM 100 and 225 or only COM 259; 2.00 GPA.
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COM 404 Research Apprenticeship (3)
Direct research experience on faculty projects. Student/faculty match based on interests. Lecture, apprenticeship. Prerequisites: COM 308 (or instructor approval); minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50; application required. |
COM 407 Advanced Critical Methods in Communication (3)
Examines critical approaches relevant to communication, including textuality, social theory, cultural studies, and ethnography. Lecture, discussion. Prerequisites: COM 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 408 Quantitative Research Methods in Communication (3)
Advanced designs, measurement techniques, and methods of data analysis of communication research. Prerequisites: COM 308 and a generic statistics course (EDP 454 or POS 401 or PSY 230 or QBA 221 or SOC 390 or STP 226); minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 410 Interpersonal Communication Theory and Research (3)
Survey and analysis of major research topics, paradigms, and theories dealing with message exchanges between and among social peers. Prerequisites: COM 110 (or 310), 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 411 Communication in the Family (3)
Broad overview of communication issues found in marriage and family life, focusing on current topics concerning communication in the family. Prerequisites: COM 110 (or 310), 207; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 421 Rhetoric of Social Issues (3)
Critical rhetorical study of significant speakers and speeches on social issues of the past and present. Prerequisites: COM 308, 321 (or 323).
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COM 426 Political Communication (3)
Theories and criticism of political communication; including campaigns, mass persuasion, propaganda, and speeches. Emphasis on rhetorical approaches. Prerequisite: minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 441 Performance Studies (3)
Theory, practice, and criticism of texts in performance. Emphasizes the interaction among performer, text, audience, and context. Prerequisites: COM 241, 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 442 Identity, Performance, and Human Communication (3)
Explores communication dimensions of self and others as performance. Examines topics that include gender, race, sexuality, age, and ethnicity through performance. Lectures, workshops. Prerequisites: COM 225 (or 241); 2.50 minimum cumulative ASU GPA. |
COM 450 Theory and Research in Organizational Communication (3)
Critical review and analysis of the dominant theories of organizational communication and their corollary research strategies. Prerequisites: COM 250, 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50.
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COM 463 Intercultural Communication Theory and Research (3)
Survey and analysis of major theories and research dealing with communication between people of different cultural backgrounds, primarily in international settings. Lecture, discussion, small group work. Prerequisites: COM 263, 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50. |
COM 484 Communication Internship (1-6)
Prerequisites: COM 225, 308; minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.50; application required. Pre- or corequisite: COM 410 or 421 or 441 or 450 or 463.
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COM 494 Special Topics (3)
Covers topics of immediate or special interest to a faculty member and students.
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