SPC 2040 Introduction to Oral Communication (Y) 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENC 1101 with a grade of "C" or better. This course is a performance based course that provides theory and practice in interpersonal, small group, intercultural and mass communication. The course emphasizes the responsibilities of individuals in the communication process required by a variety of communication settings. The course explores the principles of communication, the barriers to communication, and techniques to improve communication skills. This course focuses on speaking and listening competencies and will reinforce reading and writing competencies. This course serves to meet the Gordon Rule writing requirement. Three contact hours.