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Communication Arts and Sciences 2001-2002 Faculty: Abed, Anthony, Balter-Reitz, Barnes, Boese, Bohmer, Crimmins, Fenlon, Kolluri, McCall, Menzel, B. Miller, Robbins, Sonaike, Sutton, S. Timm, Tremblay (chair), R. Weiss, Wilson.
Students in communication arts and sciences study the process by which messages are devised and disseminated. Attention is given to the various roles and stages in the communication process. The contexts of communication, from interpersonal communication to mass communication, are analyzed and distinguished.
As a crossroads discipline, communication is studied from both the humanities and social science perspectives. The study of communication is built around a framework that allows for an understanding of theory, opportunity for criticism of messages, and practice and research in the discipline.
Students study a wide range of communication areas, including speech communication and rhetoric, interpersonal communication, mass communication, theatre and voice science.
Communication students can apply their understanding of this vital process in a variety of fields, such as corporate communication, public relations, personnel, advertising, marketing, law, mass media, sales, public service and the performing arts.
Most communication students participate in co-curricular activities, such as forensics and debate, theatre (DePauw Little Theatre) and student mass media (WGRE-FM radio and CCM3 cable access television).
A major and three minors are offered in Communication Arts and Sciences.
Students preparing for secondary teaching: please review Section V, Teacher Education, and confer with chair of the education department about requirements for admission and certification.
Requirements for a major in Communication Arts and Sciences: | Total courses required: | nine courses |
| Other required courses: | Students majoring in communication arts and sciences must take coursework in the three areas of the department (rhetoric and interpersonal communication, mass communication, and theatre). Students wanting to meet the theatre coursework requirement with only one course must take COMM 213, COMM 214 or COMM 314. Students wanting to meet the mass communication coursework requirement with only one course must take COMM 233. COMM 124 does not meet the rhetoric requirement. |
| # 300 and 400 level courses: | three courses |
| Senior requirement: | Majors must also successfully complete a senior requirement. The senior requirement can be met by successful completion of COMM 450 or by taking COMM 350 and a senior project in COMM 491 (1/2 course credit). Coursework completed in meeting the senior requirement can be applied toward meeting the 300-400 level course requirement. |
Requirements for a minor in Mass Communication: | Total courses required: | five courses | | Other courses: | three courses selected from COMM 235, COMM 236, COMM 332, COMM 334 or COMM 335an elective from another area of the department.
| | # 300 and 400 level courses: | one course | Requirements for a minor in Theatre: | Total courses required: | four courses | | Other courses: | COMM 111 or COMM 201 one course selected from COMM 213, COMM 214 or COMM 314one course selected from COMM 301, COMM 312, COMM 314, COMM 316, COMM 317 or COMM 319. | | # 300 and 400 level courses: | one course | Requirements for a minor in Rhetoric and Interpersonal Communication: | Total courses required: | four courses | | Core courses: | COMM 223, COMM 225, COMM 322, COMM 326 | | # 300 and 400 level courses: | two courses | Courses in Communication Arts and Sciences COMM 001. Self-Expression --0 credit
A. Little Theatre; B. Forensic Team; C. WGRE-FM; D. Student Television. The equivalent of one-fourth course toward the Group 6 self-expression requirement may be earned in any semester through non-credit participation in the above activities.
COMM 101. Introduction to Speech --1/2 course
Attitudes, methods and techniques used in effective public speaking. Performance in informative and persuasive speaking.
COMM 104. Introduction to Communication Arts and Sciences --1 course
An exploration of the fundamental concepts of human communication common to a wide range of forms including interpersonal interactions, public discourse, mass media and the theatre.
COMM 111. Beginning Acting --1 course
Acting techniques and interpretation skills, exercises in pantomimic dramatization, characterization, choral reading and platform theatre.
COMM 117. Theatre Production --1 course
The theory and practice of technical production. Scenery construction, lighting, properties, costume construction and make-up. Laboratory work on University productions.
COMM 124. Group Dynamics and Discussion --1 course
The processes of discussion participation and group leadership with emphasis on the dynamics of small group deliberations. Current public issues are discussed using both informal methods and parliamentary procedure.
COMM 197. First-Year Seminar --1 course
A seminar focused on a theme related to the study of communication. Open only to first-year students.
COMM 201. Oral Interpretation of Literature --1 course
The techniques of oral interpretation with emphasis on analysis, appreciation and the communication of various forms of literature.
COMM 213. History of the Theatre I: Ancient Greece to 1642 --1 course
The history and appreciation of the theatre from the fifth century B.C. to 1642.
COMM 214. History of the Theatre II: 1642 to Present --1 course
The history and appreciation of the theatre from 1642 to the present.
COMM 223. Public Communication and Controversy --1 course
An exploration of the nature and methods of persuasive communication, including motivational theories, attention, logical argument, audience analysis and the role of personality, integrated with practice in public speaking.
COMM 225. Interpersonal Communication --1 course
An examination of major theories and research on communication in pairs and informal groups. Attention will also be given to the development of communication skills relevant to interpersonal contexts.
COMM 227. Intercultural Communication --1 course
A consideration of the influence of such cultural variables as language values, institutions, traditions, customs and nonverbal behavior on the communication process. Special attention given to communication situations in education, business, international relations and other areas where communication is a dynamic component in cross cultural understanding.
COMM 233. Mass Communication in Modern Society --1 course
A basic orientation to the history, theory and process of mass communication. Particular emphasis is given to the relationships among the various media and their audiences, media law and other regulatory controls, news and information, media effects, emerging communications and future trends.
COMM 235. Broadcast Journalism --1 course
Critical analysis of the role of broadcast news in modern society, including ethics and responsibilities. Study and practice in preparation, reporting and broadcasting of news emphasizing documentary production, news analysis and public affairs reporting.
COMM 236. Television Production and Televisual Literacy --1 course
An introduction to the basic concepts and processes of television production. Emphasis is placed on the creation and analysis of ideas communicated through the medium of television, including aesthetic, ethical and technical influences on message construction. Students learn studio and field production: basic scripting, lighting, audio, camera/picturization, editing, directing, etc. Televisual literacy is developed, and assignments apply the critical skills needed to interpret and analyze visual imagery and television programming.
COMM 243. Voice Science and Phonetics --1 course
An introduction to voice production and diction (articulation, pronunciation and intonation), providing a brief overview of the voice and oral mechanism, a contrast of "standard American" and dialectical English, analysis and practice of voice improvement and diction, and training in phonetics and transcriptions. Emphasis will be on increasing awareness of personal speaking patterns with opportunities to adapt or adopt various dialects.
COMM 291. Inquiries into Communication --1 course
Designated topics in communication and theatre are explored. May be repeated with different topics.
COMM 299. Internship in Communication Arts and Sciences --1/2-1 course
A. Mass Communication; B. Rhetoric and Public Address; C. Theatre. An experiential course for those students who will intern with an agency outside the University. This course does not satisfy departmental distribution requirements.
COMM 301. Advanced Oral Interpretation --1 course
Advanced work in the analysis and performance techniques for the oral performance of literature. Particular attention is given to forms of group interpretation.
COMM 312. Advanced Acting --1 course
Advanced study in performance techniques concentrating on form and styles of acting in selected periods and movements.
COMM 314. History of Theatrical Theory and Criticism --1 course
The principles of dramatic criticism from Aristotle to the present, utilizing theories of dramaturgy and techniques for the production of historical plays.
COMM 316. Stage Directing --1 course
The theories of techniques and styles of acting and directing, including laboratory practice in selecting, casting, acting and directing.
COMM 317. Advanced Theatre Production and Design --1 course
Advanced study in theatre technology as it relates to production with particular emphasis on scenery and lighting design.
COMM 319. Writing for Stage, Screen and TV --1 course
A workshop approach to creative story making in the three forms of media. Emphasis is on the relationship between form and content, dramatic structure and critical response. Students are expected to complete a full length stage play, screenplay or teleplay.
COMM 321. Studies in American Public Address --1 course
Selected American speakers and their speeches, with reference to the social, political and intellectual milieus within which they have appeared.
COMM 322. Rhetorical Theory and Criticism --1 course
The development of rhetorical theory, with an introduction to speech criticism, based on readings from Aristotle, Cicero, Quintilian, Campbell, Blair, Whately and contemporary rhetorical theorists.
COMM 326. Communication in Organizations --1 course
An examination of the role of communication in coordinating, integrating and regulating human activity in organizations. Particular attention will be given to the ways in which information diffusion contributes to the development of organizational consensus, rules and norms.
COMM 332. Telecommunications Management --1 course
A critical analysis of management practices in broadcasting and telecommunication systems. Audience research, program strategy, federal regulation and advertising issues are addressed. Prerequisite: COMM 233 or permission of instructor.
COMM 334. Media Criticism --1 course
Justification and application of various approaches to critiquing and analyzing mass communication messages. Insight to the ethical burdens, social and moral, of the media and its institutions. Prerequisite: COMM 233 or permission of instructor. Not open for Pass/Fail credit.
COMM 335. Mass Communication Law --1 course
Inquiry into mass communication law, the FCC, shield laws, censorship, management and operating regulations, anti-trust practices, executive communication, newspersons' privileges, political broadcasting, telecommunication policy and regulation of the media. An analysis of the political and economic forces affecting the development of mass communication law.
COMM 344. Communicative Disorders --1 course
A survey of disorders of communication with emphasis on their nature and etiology as well as current remedial techniques. Topics include neurology, anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, language development disorders, articulation disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, hearing impairment, cerebral palsy speech, aphasia, cleft palate speech and multicultural/diversity language issues.
COMM 350. Communication Research Methods --1 course
A course in methods of research (quantitative and qualitative). Covers problem statement construction, strategies of research design, literature review, methods of observation, questionnaires, content analysis and interpretation of data (statistical and humanistic). Not open for Pass/Fail credit.
COMM 400. Teaching of Communication Arts and Sciences --1/2 course
The special methods involved in speech education. May count toward a major in communication arts and sciences.
COMM 401. Special Topics in Communication Arts and Sciences --1/2-1 course
Recent topics have included Public Relations, International Media, Family Communication, Conflict Resolution, American Theatre and the Vietnam War, Human Communication Theory, American Film and Culture and Writing for Stage, Screen and TV. This course number may be repeated for credit with different topics.
COMM 402. Special Topics in Theatre --1/2-1 course
May be repeated for credit with different topics.
COMM 450. Senior Seminar --1 course
The integrated conclusion of the departmental curriculum with emphasis on research methodology and writing. Prerequisite: permission of the department. Not open for Pass/Fail credit.
COMM 491-492. Projects in Communication Arts and Sciences --1/2-1 course each semester
A. Interpretation; B. Theatre; C. Technical Theatre; D. Radio; E.Television; F. Speech Pathology and Audiology; G. Rhetoric and Public Address; H. Communication Theory; J. Speech Education. Prerequisite: permission of department. No more than two course credits may be taken as projects. Not open for Pass/Fail credit.
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