Sinclair Community College

Communication Studies (COM.S.AA)

62.0 Credit Hours

Communication is the study of interactions between people in interpersonal, small group, public speaking, organizational and mass-media settings. This degree can lead to successful transfer to a four-year college or university baccalaureate program. Through careful course selection, a program of study can be planned to satisfy a student's particular educational and career interests. Enhancing communication skills provides invaluable benefits for all students, regardless of major. Specific articulation agreements have been developed with Wright State University and the University of Dayton. See an academic advisor for appropriate course selection. As part of this degree program, students must complete the requirements of the Ohio Transfer Module in order to graduate.

Program Outcomes

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Analyze technologically mediated messages and their effects on individuals and society as part of the communication process.

Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, evaluate and apply basic communication theories.

Analyze communication interactions that take place in our society.

Communicate effectively with others in interpersonal, small group and public speaking situations.

Curriculum

Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective
6 credit hours

Ohio Transfer Module: Natural & Physical Sciences Elective
6 credit hours

Ohio Transfer Module: Mathematics Elective
3 credit hours

Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective
6 credit hours

Ohio Transfer Module: Any Group
6 credit hours

Any Course in Catalog Elective
3 credit hours

Communication/Journalism Elective
6 credit hours

BIS 1120

Computer Concepts & Applications

3 credit hours

COM 2201

Introduction to Mass Communication

3 credit hours

COM 2206

Interpersonal Communication

3 credit hours

COM 2211

Effective Public Speaking

3 credit hours

COM 2220

Introduction to Communication Theory

3 credit hours

COM 2225

Small Group Communication

3 credit hours

COM 2278

Communication Capstone

1 credit hour

ENG 1101

English Composition I

3 credit hours

ENG 1201

English Composition II

3 credit hours

SCC 1101

First Year Experience

1 credit hour

Communication Studies (COM.S.AA)

62.0 Credit Hours

Program Outcomes

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Analyze technologically mediated messages and their effects on individuals and society as part of the communication process.

Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, evaluate and apply basic communication theories.

Analyze communication interactions that take place in our society.

Communicate effectively with others in interpersonal, small group and public speaking situations.

Curriculum

6 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective

6 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Natural & Physical Sciences Elective

3 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Mathematics Elective

6 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective

6 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Any Group

3 credit hours Any Course in Catalog Elective

6 credit hours Communication/Journalism Elective

3 credit hours BIS 1120: Computer Concepts & Applications

3 credit hours COM 2201: Introduction to Mass Communication

3 credit hours COM 2206: Interpersonal Communication

3 credit hours COM 2211: Effective Public Speaking

3 credit hours COM 2220: Introduction to Communication Theory

3 credit hours COM 2225: Small Group Communication

1 credit hour COM 2278: Communication Capstone

3 credit hours ENG 1101: English Composition I

3 credit hours ENG 1201: English Composition II

1 credit hour SCC 1101: First Year Experience

Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective

Ohio Transfer Module: Natural & Physical Sciences Elective

Ohio Transfer Module: Mathematics Elective

Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective

Ohio Transfer Module: Any Group

Any Course in Catalog Elective

Communication/Journalism Elective

BIS 1120 Computer Concepts & Applications
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Business Information Systems
Division: Business and Public Services

Introduces students to personal computer concepts including hardware, system software, application software and the Internet. Learn the components of computer systems and develop a broad understanding of computer hardware and emerging technologies. Utilize productivity software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database. Learn Internet concepts that will allow them to use email systems and currently popular Web browsers to work with websites and Internet applications.

COM 2201 Introduction to Mass Communication
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

An extensive examination of media theory and social effects. Topics covered include history, practices and functions of the press, television, radio, film, advertising, digital media and public relations. Course investigates mass media's influence on modern society.

COM 2206 Interpersonal Communication
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Exploration of the development, maintenance and termination of interpersonal relationships. The focus is on effective verbal and nonverbal interactions between two people, highlighting methods of initiating and maintaining effective communication with, and understanding of, others through learning and applying interpersonal communication theory.

COM 2211 Effective Public Speaking
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Designed to improve speaking and listening skills through the study and application of public speaking structure, content and style.

COM 2220 Introduction to Communication Theory
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Examination of major foundational theories that inform the field of communication. Special emphasis on communication theories that examine the self and the message, relationship development, groups and organizations, the public and the media, as well as culture and diversity.

COM 2225 Small Group Communication
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Focusing on development of effective small group decision-making and leadership skills, stressing better methods of expressing oneself and understanding others through learning group communication, theory and participating in small group decision-making experiences.

COM 2278 Communication Capstone
Credit Hours: 1.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Demonstration of communication skills and competencies through the development of a communication portfolio; independent study under the direction of a Communication faculty member. Five directed practice hours per week.

ENG 1101 English Composition I
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: English
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

In English Composition I students learn reflective, analytical and argumentative writing strategies, incorporating sources and personal experience. Students will negotiate between public and private rhetorical situations and purposes to achieve academic literacy. They will write multiple drafts using a recursive writing process as they work toward fluency in style and mechanics.

ENG 1201 English Composition II
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: English
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

English Composition II, building on the skills in English Composition I, develops rhetorical literacy through research, critical reading and multigenre writing tasks. Through major and minor, cumulative and stand-alone assignments, students construct arguments and analyses, ethically incorporating academic sources while developing their own voices as writers and citizens.

SCC 1101 First Year Experience
Credit Hours: 1.0
Department: Sinclair Community College
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

This course is designed to help new students make a successful transition to Sinclair Community College. Topics include college resources; academic, career and personal goals; learning styles; the learning process; financial responsibility; stress and wellness; and an introduction to the general education competencies at Sinclair.

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