COMMUNICATION STUDIES
COMM 300 Human Communication Theory / 3 units
18 300 01 (CRN 1801)
Pierson, E.
This course provides a comprehensive survey of the various theories that comprise the Communication Studies discipline. Students are exposed to the dominant philosophical, conceptual, and critical perspectives germane to communication as a distinct academic pursuit. This class is intended as an overview of both speech communication and media studies traditions and is a recommended prerequisite to all upper-division courses in Communication Studies. Prerequisite: COMM 101. Note: Course will be canceled if there are fewer than six (6) paid students enrolled as of Monday, July 7.
3-week Post Session (8/4 – 8/22)
M-F
1:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m.
PJ 215
Limit 30
COMM 336W Communication Criticism
/ 3 units
18 336W 01 (CRN 1802)
Sullivan, D.
This course explores scholarly methods of media analysis, including structuralism, narrative media analysis, genre criticism, ideological criticism, and semiotics. This course emphasizes the importance of symbolic qualities of mediated messages. Prerequisites: COMM 130 and 330 are recommended. Note: Course will be canceled if there are fewer than six (6) paid students enrolled as of Monday, May 5.
3-week Pre Session (6/2 – 6/20)
M-F
9:00 a.m. – 11:40 a.m.
C 110
Limit 20
COMM 482 Children and Media / 3 units
18 482 01 (CRN 1804)
Moran, K.
This course is an overview of the relevant research on the role of electronic media in the lives of children. Some topics include: sex role stereotypes, violence, advertising, relationships, body image, and materialism. Students will also explore the positive influence of electronic media including its use for pro-social and educational purposes. Prerequisite: COMM 130 and 330 are recommended. Note: Course will be canceled if there are fewer than six (6) paid students enrolled as of Monday, July 7.
3-week Post Session (8/4 – 8/22)
M-F
9:00 a.m. – 11:40 a.m.
ST 129
Limit 30
