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PACE - Communication Studies (COMM-ST)

COMM-ST 254      Communication Competence: Theory And Practice View Details
An introduction to the discipline of communication. A core set of issues is investigated in three major areas of the field: interpersonal communication, small group communication and public speaking. The course design is based on the premise that the development of communication skills involves two important factors: (1) understanding the theoretical principles underlying effective communication behavior and (2) practical application of those principles in various communicative exercises. Offered: Summer.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 260      Introduction To Web Communications View Details
This four credit hour web-based multimedia course will examine the process of critically evaluating information delivered on the Internet. It is designed as an introduction for adults and students who use Internet information for work and/or school. The process of critically evaluating Internet information will be described in four modules: traditional evaluation techniques; searching and researching strategies; Internet evaluation techniques and Internet evaluation resources.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 345      Communication In Organizational Settings View Details
An examination of the major elements of interpersonal, group, and oral communication competence essential to human interaction in organizational settings. The course focuses on developing communication competencies and increasing theoretical understanding of the communication process within the organizational context. prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 361      Broadcast Management View Details
An analysis of the trends, patterns and methods of radio and television operations. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 308. Offered: On demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 421      Multimedia & New Media Streaming View Details
This course is designed to teach students the technology of streaming multimedia on the web and analyze the components of interactivity on the web. Students will examine the process of streaming, as well as the various advantages and disadvantages of streaming. Students will study the hardware, software, and technology involved in the different types of streaming media. Prerequisites: COMM-ST 100, COMM-ST 105P or equivalent is recommended.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 422      New Media Writing For The Web View Details
This course is designed to teach students new media writing and the technology of reporting for online publications. Students will analyze the components of online writing, including the design, creation, and transfer of online digital media. Students will be introduced to digital formats and production tools. Students will examine the technology of writing for the web and the particular needs of new media writing for users of the web, techniques to transfer writing electronically, and how to use resources on the web for online reporters. Prerequisites: COMM-ST100,COMM-ST 105P or equivalent is recommended.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 423      Shooting Digital Video For The Web And New Media View Details
This course is designed to teach students the fundamental concepts of digital video, with special consideration given to shooting the new media and the web. Students will learn the process of digital video, the types of file formats, technical considerations of displaying video on the web, and technical features of the digital video camera. This class will enable students to maximize the use of video in various new media digital formats (CD-ROM,DVD, etc.), as well as its use on the web. Prerequisites: COMM-ST 100 COMM ST 105P or equivalent is recommended.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 424      Web Radio View Details
This course is designed to teach students the technology and underlying concepts in producing Web radio. A general overview of radio techniques and historical context, as well as practical and technical information will be given. Legal and copyright implications of making Web radio will be reviewed. Prerequisites: COMM-ST 100, COMM-ST 105P or equivalent is recommended.
Credits: hours
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COMM-ST 456      Electronic Journalism View Details
A practical approach to the practices and principles of broadcasting news media, including preparing copy for microphone and camera, editing wire copy, reporting public affairs and public relations, and an intensive scrutiny of the concepts of freedom and responsibility as they apply to the press and current legislation. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 351. Fall and winter.
Credits: 3 hours
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