CT280 Theories of Human Communication 3 credits Overview of current theory and research in the major subfields of human communication. Significant studies and research advances in the context of interpersonal, group, and organizational communication. Focus on the physical tools and operations that humans use to communicate, the contexts of communication, and the communication research process. CT340 Rhetoric and Debate 3 credits An historical and critical analysis of the modes of persuasion and argumentation. The contributions of classical, modern, and post-modern theorists will be considered.
Special attention is given to the interpretation and evaluation of communication texts.
Researching, organizing, and delivering public speeches and debates is part of the course experience. CT343 Media Law and Ethics 3 credits A study of legal issues relating to media industries including print media, broadcasting, film and developing computer-based media with an emphasis on defamation, privacy, copyright, administrative controls, and other areas related to the mass media. Case study approach to recognizing and treating ethical problems common to mass media. CT347 Media Production II 3 credits Advanced study of the various electronic media being combined in current multimedia with an emphasis on text, graphics, audio, video, and animation. The primary course goal is to develop advanced skills and understandings needed to create effective media presentations.