Communication, Associate of Arts (AA): Communication Science Emphasis
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Program Overview
Communication, Associate of Arts (AA): Communication Science Emphasis
Overview
The Communication Department's curriculum focuses on communication in a variety of settings -- interpersonal, small group, on-the-job, speaker-to-audience, via mass media and between cultures and nations. In addition, instruction is available in argumentation and debate and communication theory. Surveys show that most employers rank effective communication at the top of desired skills. The Communication Science Emphasis provides students with the foundational knowledge in communication theory and research methods and prepares them to make a successful transition to a Baccalaureate Degree in Communication Studies at any of the UC campuses, particularly UC, Santa Barbara.
Requirements
- Complete all of the following:
- All Department Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the department requirements must be completed through SBCC).
- One of the following three General Education options:
- OPTION 1: A minimum of 18 units of SBCC General Education Requirements (Areas A-D) and Institutional Requirements (Area E) and Information Competency Requirement (Area F) OR
- OPTION 2: IGETC Pattern OR
- OPTION 3: CSU GE Breadth Pattern
- A total of 60 degree-applicable units (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher).
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all units attempted at SBCC.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all college units attempted.
- A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.
Course List
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 101 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
| MATH 117 | Elementary Statistics | 4 |
| or PSY 150 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | |
| or SOC 125 | Introduction to Statistics in Sociology | |
| COMM 288 | Communication Research Methods | 3-4 |
| or PSY 200 | Research Methods and Experimental Design in Psychology | |
| COMM 289 | Communication Theory | 3 |
| Complete two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| COMM 121 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| or COMM 121H | Interpersonal Communication, Honors | |
| or COMM 122 | Mediated Interpersonal Communication | |
| COMM 131 | Fundamentals Of Public Speaking | |
| or COMM 131H | Fundamentals Of Public Speaking, Honors | |
| COMM 141 | Small Group Communication | |
| COMM 142 | Leadership in a Global Society | |
| COMM 151 | Intercultural Communication | |
| COMM 161 | Communication in Organizations | |
| or COMM 162 | Mediated Communication in Organizations | |
| COMM 171 | Mass Media and Society | |
| COMM 200 | Rhetoric of Pop Culture | |
| COMM 235 | Argumentation and Debate | |
| JOUR 101 | Reporting/Writing I | |
| Total Units | 19.00-20.00 |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate ability to analyze and critically evaluate communication practices, messages and outcomes in various contexts (e.g., interpersonal, intercultural, small group, public and professional communication, and mass media).
- Develop a repertoire of strategies for improved communication effectiveness and demonstrate the strategies in oral, written and/or presentation contexts.
- Read, evaluate and report on communication research.
- Recognize and articulate the benefits and challenges of diverse communicative practices of people living in a global/multicultural society.
- Demonstrate understanding of the ethical dimensions of communication.
Recommended Sequence
Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.