Department of Communication

Courses

Fundamentals of Speech SPC 2008

Introductory course emphasizing current theories of communication, audience analysis and persuasion. Preparation and presentation of speeches on topics of current concern. Conferences, evaluations and videotape replay provide personalized assistance. May be taken to satisfy teaching certification requirement in speech.

Public Speaking for Professionals SPC 4064

This course examines speaking as a workplace activity and provides students with experience in public speaking. The lectures will concentrate on communications theory, including but not limited to models of communication, interpersonal communication, group communication, persuasion, decision making and audience analysis and adaptation. The labs will be performance oriented.