Speech Communication (SPCH)
SPCH 1013, Fundamentals of Speech (3 Credit Hours)
3 lecture hours per week, 0 lab hours per week, 3 contact hours per week
Develops an awareness of the history and traditions of speech communication as a field of academic study. Students learn fundamental codes, functions, and processes of oral communication. Public speaking assignments are included.
SPCH 2013, Techniques of Speech (3 Credit Hours)
3 lecture hours per week, 0 lab hours per week, 3 contact hours per week
Designed to teach students basic public presentation principles and skills. Students complete one speech of introduction, one informative speech, one demonstration speech, one persuasive speech, and one special occasion speech. The ethics of public speaking are also considered.
SPCH 2213, Interpersonal Communication (3 Credit Hours)
3 lecture hours per week, 0 lab hours per week, 3 contact hours per week
Introduces basic principles and theories of interpersonal communication. Students also learn practical skills for enhancing everyday relational communication in a variety of social and professional settings.