SPRING 2007
COMMUNICATION STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE TEMPORARY AND TOPIC COURSES

COM240X.0001—Introduction to Electronic Media, 3 cr.

CLASS# 6708SEC0001M4-6:45PMINDP 201LANDES, S
CLASS# 6709SEC0002MWF1INDP 202ROTONDO, J

Examination of the entertainment and information components of broadcast and electronic media, in addition to fundamental concepts related to ownership, sales, and promotional aspects of electronic media. Incorporates analysis of contemporary issues facing electronic media practitioners.

COM310.0001—Contemporary Oral Communication: Family Communication, 3 cr.

CLASS# 6711SEC0001MWF9DAVIS 107DICIOCCIO, R

The purpose of the course is to increase student’s knowledge of interpersonal communication within the context of family relationships. The course examines the theoretical perspectives of family process as well as the different types of family relationships as they are defined by communication.

COM310.0002—Contemporary Oral Communication: Content and Effects of TV Advertising, 3 cr.

CLASS# 4168SEC0001MWF11RDVL 103YE, YINJIAO
CLASS# 5935SEC0002MWF10RDVL 103YE, YINJIAO

Exploration of how television advertising depicts people and society, and the effects it may have on individuals and society. Introduction to basic methods for scientifically analyzing television advertising and its possible effects.

COM310.0004—Contemporary Oral Communication: Advanced Communication Marketing, 3 cr.

CLASS# 5688SEC0004M4-6:45PM210 SURGE BLDGALOFSIN, G

This course builds on integrating marketing and advertising initiatives with public relations campaigns and projects explore in COM310, Dynamics of Communication Marketing. Emphasis will be placed on the analysis and application of the communication function of marketing, advertising and public relations.

COM310.0005 and COM310.0008—Contemporary Oral Communication: Cultural Conflict in Global Perspective: Issues and Opportunities, 3 cr.

CLASS# 6712SEC0005TR9:30-10:45INDP 207DEMORANVILLE, M
CLASS# 7570SEC0008TR12:30-1:45INDP 207DEMORANVILLE, M

This course will survey a global range of case studies in social conflict rooted in cultural difference. Emphasis will be on the challenges faced by fourth world, indigenous groups in developing countries viewed through ethnographic perspectives. Communicative patterns, group identities, and communication tools used to mediate conflict will be explored.

COM310.0006—Contemporary Oral Communication: Ancient Rome and the Oral Tradition, 3 cr.

CLASS# 7069SEC0006T3:30-6:15DAVIS 107PETRONIO, V

Within the historical and cultural fabric of ancient Rome, we witness the emergence of complex political, economic and philosophical systems. These systems are the very foundation of the western experience. Prior to the final fall of Rome, and the conquest of barbarian tribes, Rome was the bearer of that which evolved and became the standard of cultural and political traditions that are to this day the basis of most western thought. This course will entwine the history, myth and culture of ancient Rome with the literature, the performance-based culture and the oratory of the time. A study of multiple literatures will be necessary – from drama to poetry to philosophy – and, of course, the oral delivery of your own research.

COM310.0007—Contemporary Oral Communication: Public Discourses on the “Century of Limits”, 3 cr.

CLASS# 7446SEC0007TR12:30-1:45WASH 133LOGAN, P

Through a review of contemporary books and magazine and newspaper articles, students will become familiar with the biological and physical science behind global warming, depletion of fossil fuels, and various planetary carrying capacities which will be exceeded by human populations during this century. Focus will be on how these concerns are being portrayed in the media, with particular attention to how they are being communicated in government and contemporary higher education. Students will be encouraged to reevaluate current assumption about their future life styles and to consider their role as future citizens, reacting to and influencing societal transitions in a century of global limits.

COM310.0200—Contemporary Oral Communication: The Rhetoric of the Superhero Film, 3 cr.

CLASS# 5455SEC0200TBAWEBCTMCCLURE, L

The rhetorical criticism course examines the theories and methods of rhetorical criticism specifically as they inform the cultural phenomenon of the superhero. Live action films, with a few exceptions, ranging from early American cinema to present are examined. The course is web delivered.

COM372X.0001—Dynamic Web Design and Programming, 4 cr.

CLASS# 7566SEC0001LEC=MW3-3:50
LAB=T&R3:30-5:20		lec. 209 Quinn
Lab 215 Quinn		LOGAN, P

Leading edge web-based information technology for communication in all disciplines. Technology will vary by semester, covering Microsoft or Open Source server-side programming technologies and databases, and relevant design and security issues.