Department of Communication
Undergraduate Communication Courses
Check with the Schedule of Classes for course times
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Introduction to film as entertainment and art. How to look at film through a study of composition, lighting, editing, sound, and acting. Lectures and viewing time. |
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Interpersonal & public communication with emphasis in developing both listening and speaking skills.
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Continuing study of the invention and adaptation of oral discourse to the needs of listeners. Consideration of the problems of communication in platform presentation. Prerequisite: COMM 1313 or consent.
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Personal and interpersonal factors affecting communication in everyday life. Emphasis upon ways in which interpersonal perception, physical environment, semantic choices, and nonverbal cues affect communication primarily in the context of work, family, and other personal experiences
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Introduction to the basic assumptions underlying communication inquiry; resources for and methods of data collection in communication research; and techniques for organization, interpretation, reporting, and evaluation of communication research
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Study and practice of the rules and procedures by which self-governing organizations transact business. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.
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An introduction to basic principles and procedures of debate as an instrument of critical choice and decision.
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COMM 2382 Intercollegiate Forensics Irregular |
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Preparation and participation in public debates and other forensic activities. No more than 6 hours of credit in COMM 2382 and 3282 may be applied toward the departmental requirement. May be repeated for 6 hours. |
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Introduction to the industries centered around electronic media, including radio, broadcast and cable television, telephony, computer information systems, and digital media. Emphasis on the historical development, organizational patterns, and cultural functions of the media
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COMM 3143 Language and Expressive Culture Same as ANTH 3143, ENGL 3143 |
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This course explores the complex interrelationship of language, culture, and social identity. Verbal art and expressive culture are examined from a variety of anthrop logical perspectives. Topics include ethnographies of speaking, discourse analysis, cultural performances, and the performance aspects of oral expression. |
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Introduction to language study with stress upon modern linguistic theory and analysis. Data drawn from various languages reveal linguistic universals as well as phonological, syntactic, and semantic systems of individual language. Related topics: language history, dialectology, language and its relation to culture and society, the history of linguistic scholarship. (Same as ANTH 3173, ENGL 3173, and FLAN 3173.) Prerequisite: junior standing
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COMM 3282 Advanced Forensics Irregular |
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A continuation of 2382. No more than 6 hours credit in COMM 2382 and 3282 may be applied to the departmental requirement. (A maximum of 12 hours in COMM 2382 and 3282 may be counted toward the B. A. requirements.) May be repeated for 6 hours. |
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Procedures used in exchanging information, solving problems, determining policies, and resolving differences in committees and other small groups. Prerequisite: COMM 1313, and junior standing
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Basic elements & theoretical perspectives on criticism of public communication. Extensive practice in written analysis of events in public address, film, TV, & other mass media
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Study of the nature of the communication process as it is reflected in the individual, in interpersonal settings, in one-to-many situations, and in the mass media
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Concepts characterizing rational discourse, with a concern for examining validity and fallacy. Consider traditional & contemporary models for analyzing argument, including an examination of the philosophy of argument & a practical inquiry into the uses of argument in contemporary rhetorical discourse.
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Creates an understanding of the functions of nonverbal cues operating in human communication processes and develops familiarity with recent research in the field of nonverbal communication/
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Introduction to theories of persuasion with emphasis on application and effect
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COMM 3423 Science Fiction Film Irregular |
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Study of the nature, functions, and management of communication patterns in the family. Focus is on understanding routine interpersonal interactions, conflict patterns, authority structures, and decision-making processes within the context of the contemporary family . |
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Interpretive-critical study of rhetoric in public contexts. Prereq: COMM 1313
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COMM 3503 Popular Communication and Culture Spring even years |
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The course is an introduction to basic theories and topics of Popular Communication and Culture studies. The course will emphasize understanding popular media communication forms. |
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COMM 3373 Mediated Communication Spring, Fall |
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Introduction to techniques of video production, including the production process, live productions, and basic editing techniques. Problems of program producers and directors related to production are also discussed.
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Study of the functions of rhetoric as it appears in the context of social movements such as American independence, women's equality, civil rights, populism, and new conservatism .
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Treats a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. May be repeated when the content is changed. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to communication) or instructor's consent
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Communication topics not usually presented in depth in other courses. Normally 3 hours of credit. May be repeated when content is changed.
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May be taken for 1 to 6 hours and repeated for a maximum of 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing/consent
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Examines communication processes in the legal environment and focuses on communication skills and behaviors among judges, attorneys, litigants, and jurors. Particular attention will be given to verbal strategies and nonverbal messages related to interviews, negotiation, mediation, and litigation and to the rhetorical functions of legal pleadings and judicial opinions.
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COMM 4123 Communication, Gender, and Popular Culture Irregular |
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Studies representation of femininity and masculinity in popular culture contexts such as magazines, videos, television, advertising, film, popular music, and sports. Examines the various ways that media representation affect gender identities. |
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A survey of major American film genres, major directors and films that have influenced the development of motion pictures. (Same as ENGL 4143.)
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Comparison of literary and film narrative art, theory and practice. (Same as ENGL 4243.)
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An examination of research and theory on the process and effects of communication in modern society
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COMM 4313 Language and Society of Japan Fall |
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The primary objective of this course is to investigate the way the Japanese language reflects the beliefs and customs of the Japanese people as a social group. For comparison purposes, this course makes reference to studies in American language and culture. Proficiency in Japanese is not required. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Same as AIST 4313, SOCI 4313). |
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Study of the processes, effects, and management of communicative conflict, including a consideration of conflict styles, power, goals, tactics, assessment, self-intervention and third-party intervention. Prerequisite: COMM 1313 and junior standing
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Study of the nature, construction, function, and effects of gender and gender-role stereotypes related to verbal and nonverbal communication, small-group and organizational interaction, and mass mediated images in contemporary culture.
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Study of intercultural communication skills, intercultural issues and their impact at home and abroad, and cross-cultural comparisons of communication phenomena from a variety of theoretical perspectives
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Historical and critical study of the leading American speakers, their speeches, the issues with which they were identified. Lectures, discussion, reports, and critical papers. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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History and criticism of British oratory with emphasis upon the leading speakers and speeches of the Golden Age. Lectures, oral reports, critical essays. Prerequisite: consent
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Study of the nature and function of the communication process as it operates in the political environment. (Same as PLSC 4373.)
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A study of the increasing reliance of contemporary presidents on public persuasion through rhetorical discourse.
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Study of philosophy, cases, and issues relevant to the first amendment right to free expression, with focus on issues relevant to internal security, obscenity, pornography, slander, and the regulation of communications.
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COMM 4413 Communication, Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Irregular |
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Examines Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) research and techniques focusing primarily on negotiation and mediation. Supplements and extends material presented in COMM 4323 (Communication and Conflict). Explores the verbal and nonverbal messages occurring during negotiation and mediation situations in business, legal, and counseling environments. Prepares students for roles involving negotiation and mediation.
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COMM 4623 Relational Communication Spring |
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A critical survey of motion pictures as a distinctive art form and as a medium of expression and communication with attention given to films and cinema innovators from its origins to the present. Prerequisite: COMM 1003
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A study and analysis of the documentary film as a discrete film form and as important contribution to the international cinematic scene. Prerequisite: advanced standing
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Anthropological approaches to the description and analysis of languages and their extension into ethnographic semantics with emphasis on cognitive models and their sociological correlates. (Same as ANTH 4713 and FLAN 4713.) Prerequisite: consent
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The development of modern cinema in France, Germany, England, Russia, Italy or other European countries with emphasis on a nation's film history, major directors, principal genres, and trends. (Same as FLAN 4753.)
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Comm 4823: Children and Media |
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An in-depth examination of children's use of media and the effects of media content on child and adolescent development. Topics may include violence and sex in media, commercialism, and new media. |
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Comprehensive analysis of the techniques and styles of television commercials, documentaries and dramatic TV plays. Class projects. Prerequisite: 5 hours in Radio-Television-Film and junior standing
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Consideration of the nature of CMC by examining its use and effects in interpersonal, work, educational, and societal contexts. Focuses on the social aspects of computer related communication rather than specific hardware or software technologies.
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Research and discussion of social, ethical, educational, cultural, and technological aspects of telecommunications with attention given to changing programming patterns, world systems of broadcasting, data transmission, emerging technology, international politics, and regulatory policies. Prerequisite: Junior, senior, or graduate standing
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Research/discussion of contemporary problems in television. Emphasis on the economic and social impact of commercials, news, censorship, children's programs, blacks and women on television, and future developments in telecommunications
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COMM 4883 Television and American Culture Fall |
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Prerequisite: advanced standing or consent. Pay be repeated for 6 hours.
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Internship in applied communication within public and private organizations. Prerequisite: junior standing and 18 completed hours in communication courses and consent of instructor. May be repeated for 6 hours.
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Prerequisite: consent of instructor |
Department of Communication |
417 Kimpel Hall Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703 479.575.3046 479.575.6734 fax |
