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Communication & Journalism
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| Title |
Speech Communication |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 1A |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
The theory and practice of oral communication in public and interpersonal situations, stressing both content and delivery. MnTC Goal 1. |
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| Title |
Introduction to Mass Media |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 9 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
The study of the power and importance of mass media in national and international affairs with emphasis on the nature, functions and influence of broadcast media, print media, emerging mediums, advertising and public relations in the digital age. MnTC Goal 9. |
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| Title |
Introduction to Communication Studies |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 5 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
This course provides an overview of many of the contexts, concepts, and areas of research in the field of Communication Studies. This course will provide students with opportunities to explore and apply various communication competencies. MnTC Goal 5. |
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| Title |
Argumentation and Debate |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 2 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
This course introduces students to argumentation theory and provides the opportunity to practice skills in reasoning, argumentation, and critical thinking. The course focuses on multicultural arguments as they appear in politics, society, and the media. MnTC Goal 2. |
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| Title |
Visual Communications |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
A survey of the visual components that make up mass communications, including structural elements, psychological effects, and general visual literacy. |
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| Title |
Interpersonal Communication |
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| Description |
This course is designed to explore various communication theories, based on the development of self and the development and maintenance of relationships with others. |
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| Title |
Family Communication |
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| Description |
Family Communication is designed as an introduction to the communication phenomena in the family setting. The goal is to help one develop an understanding of how we use communication to develop, maintain, enhance, or disturb family relationships. Students will learn verbal and nonverbal skills which may help promote healthy family communication. |
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| Title |
Media Writing |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
Media Writing is designed to achieve the following outcomes: proficiency in the use of the parts of speech, proficiency in the use of Associated Press style relative to capitalization, abbreviations, use of numerals and punctuation, and proficiency in composition of media messages designed for print and broadcast journalism, public relations and advertising. |
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| Title |
Group and Team Communication |
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| Description |
Presents theories of group and team communication, group dynamics, communication patterns, and role norms. Class designed around two fundamental components: experiential and cognitive. A substantive group research and problem-solving assignment is included. |
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| Title |
Layout & Typography I |
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| Description |
The course is designed to develop proficiency in terminology, design principles, use of software, critical analysis, and the publication ready production of projects in layout and typography. |
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Photography |
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| Description |
The student will experience an introduction to the compositional and conceptual aspects of photography and an exploration of sequencing photographs. Options exist for both digital and film-based photography. Cameras can be rented from the department. |
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Video Production for Ad, News and PR |
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Course Outline |
| Description |
The course is designed to develop proficiency in the terminology, pre-production planning, use of software and hardware, critical analysis, and production of video projects for advertising, news, and public relations. |
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| Title |
Advertising Principles |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
The course is designed to achieve the following learning outcomes: acquire an understanding of advertising theories and principles, how advertising is used, why it is used and how it impacts the American society and economy; acquire an understanding of the advertising industry that includes the function and operation of an advertising agency and the components of an integrated advertising campaign. |
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| Title |
Public Relations Principles |
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| Description |
The course is designed to achieve the following learning outcomes: acquire an understanding of the principles, theories and practices of public relations; develop an understanding of the four-step process and how business, government and not-for-profit organizations use it to alter, adapt to or maintain their environments to achieve organizational goals. |
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| Title |
Intercultural Communication |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 7 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Description |
Examines selected major theories of intercultural communication and applies them in analyzing, understanding and comparing the communication practices of different cultures and sub-cultures. Focuses upon how culture and society affect the specific rhetorical communication tactics and processes as well as non-verbal communication practices. MnTC Goal 7 |
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| Title |
Topics in Communication |
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| Description |
Study of a particular mass communications topic: exploration of emerging issues, methodologies, and new technologies related to the study or application of mass communications theory not addressed in other courses. May be repeated when topic varies. |
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Practicum |
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Course Outline |
| Description |
Practical experience in a performance activity in Communication. |
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| Title |
Business and Professional Communication |
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Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
Focuses on the application and practice of both oral and written communication skills for a variety of business and professional situations including job interviews, team and group interactions, and public presentations. This course also provides opportunities for students to explore issues of diversity and technology as related to professional communication. |
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| Title |
Imaging & Photo Illustration |
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Course Outline |
| Description |
Students will gain technical and conceptual skills in the manipulation of digital images for the fields of advertising and public relations. Projects involve acquiring images and producing creative manipulations that can be used for a variety of clients. |
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| Title |
Advertising Copywriting |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
The course is designed to achieve the following learning outcomes: an ability to analyze consumers; proficiency in the design and construction of advertising messages targeting specific consumers; proficiency in adapting the message copy to fit the mediums used to transmit the message; and proficiency in the public presentation of advertising copy. |
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