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1173 - Communication - AS

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Program Code

1173

Degree Designation

AS

Program Description

This degree program is intended for students who wish to transfer to four-year institutions to pursue further study in human communication, public relations, communication management, broadcast journalism, intercultural communication, or other branches of communication. This program can also serve the needs of students seeking entry-level employment in those areas, or of students who are currently employed in those areas who wish to continue their education and upgrade their skills.

Outcome

Distinguish between effective communication and ineffective communication.

Outcome

Demonstrate understanding of basic and more complex theories of communication.

Outcome

Analyze ineffective communication, identify communication problems, and suggest solutions to those communication problems.

Outcome

Conduct an audience analysis to determine demographic and psychographic variables.

Outcome

Demonstrate the ability to perform basic research and organize their findings into a coherent, original written, oral or media presentation