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AA-T Degree

Fine Arts Division

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The degree provides students with a thorough foundation in the theory and practice of communication studies. This is achieved through a variety of courses that serve to develop personal, business, and professional communication skills in individual, interpersonal, and group situations, along with skills in research, organization, critical thinking, argumentation, and forensics. Students will demonstrate their proficiency through performance, class projects, research papers, objective tests, critiques, and competitions. Program assessment is measured by completion, evaluation of student learning outcomes, transferability, competitions at the local, state, and national levels, and periodic program review.

The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the AA-T are given priority consideration for admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. In order to earn an AA-T degree, students must complete: 1. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for

transfer to the California State University. 2. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer

Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.

3. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

4. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. 5. A grade of “C” or better in all courses required for the

major or area of emphasis.

Students who have completed the AA-T will have a strong academic foundation in the field and will be prepared for upper division baccalaureate study at the university. The coursework will satisfy most of the lower-division requirements at many institutions within the California State University system. Students transferring to a UC, private, or out of state university should consult with an El Camino College counselor when planning to complete the degree since transfer requirements may be slightly different than those required for the AA-T.

At least 12 units required for the Communication Studies AA-T must be completed at El Camino College.

Major Requirements

Required Core: 3 units Communication Studies 1 List A: 6 units Communication Studies 3, 4, 12 List B: 6 units Communication Studies 5, 8, 14 List C: 3 units

Anthropology 2, 4, 11, 22abcd*, 23abcd*, English 1B, Psychology 5, Sociology 101 (*one semester) Total Units: 18

Communication Studies 1

Public Speaking

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC

In this course students will compose, present, and evaluate original speeches. Emphasis is placed on audience analysis, topic selection, research, evidence, organization, delivery, and critical analysis of persuasive communication. Students are required to attend out-of- class speaking events.

Communication Studies 3

Small Group Communication

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC

In this course students plan and participate in a variety of group projects, such as panel and symposium discussions. Topics include decision making, role identification, interpersonal needs within a group, team participation, appropriate interdependency on group members, effective leadership skills, cohesiveness, conflict resolution and professional presentation styles.

Communication Studies 4

Argumentation and Debate

3 units; 3 hours lecture Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the construction of arguments for debate and other speech presentations. Emphasis is placed on analyzing claims, developing arguments that support and refute propositions, and effective delivery. Identification of types of argument and fallacies of reasoning are explored. Controversial issues are discussed, researched, and debated.

Communication Studies 5

Mass Communication

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC*

In this course students study the history, effects, and role of the mass media in U.S. society. Topics include major forms of mass communication such as television, radio, cinema, print and new media. Emphasis is placed on analyzing media messages and the effects of media on the individual and U.S. culture.

*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for students completing Speech Communication 5 and Journalism 12 is one course.

______________________________________________ The hours per week of courses may be

adjusted based on the length of the term. ______________________________________________

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Communication Studies 8

Oral Interpretation of Literature

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will study how to orally interpret literature through reading poetry, drama, short stories, and essays. Emphasis will be placed on the techniques of exploring, illuminating, and orally presenting the logical, emotional, and aesthetic meanings of literature.

Communication Studies 11

Organizational Communication

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU

This course examines the theories, methods and practices of communication that contribute to productivity and efficiency in private and public organizations. Emphasis is placed on the social science implications of communication and includes topics such as internal and external communication, interpersonal and group processes, and international communication.

Communication Studies 12

Interpersonal Communication

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC

In this course students study and apply methods and theories of interpersonal communication such as self- concept, perception, emotions, language and gender differences, non-verbal communication, listening, intimacy, defensiveness, and conflict resolution. Students are required to give formal and informal oral presentations and write reports.

Communication Studies 14

Introduction to Intercultural Communication

3 units; 3 hours lecture

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicable

Transfer, CSU, UC

This course examines general communication principles and cross-cultural communication styles, and presents in- class activities to enhance cross-cultural communication.

Communication Studies 22abcd

Forensics – Individual Events

2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Enrollment Limitation: audition

Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course provides training for and participation in individual forensics events at intercollegiate speech competitions. The student will receive instruction and direction for the preparation, creation, and performance of interpretation of literature programs, limited preparation speeches, and general public address. Students will compete in intercollegiate forensics competitions.

Communication Studies 23abcd

Forensics – Team Events

2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab

Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 1A Enrollment Limitation: audition

Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course provides Team Forensics events training for and participation in intercollegiate forensics competitions. The student will receive instruction and direction for the creation and performance of Readers Theater. Students will receive instruction and preparation for current event debates and Limited Preparation Parliamentary Debate. Students will compete in intercollegiate forensics competitions.

Communication Studies 25abcd

Forensic Team

1 unit; 3 hours lab

Enrollment Limitation: audition Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course provides instruction, rehearsal, and preparation for intercollegiate forensic competition. Students must audition to become members of the forensic team. Competition at forensic tournaments is based upon skill and preparation.

Communication Studies 99

(formerly Communication Studies 99abc)

Independent Study

1-3 units; hours to be arranged

Enrollment Limitation: two courses in Speech Communica- tion with a minimum grade of B in each and acknowledg- ment by the instructor with whom the student will work Credit, degree applicable

Transfer CSU, UC – limitations apply

This course provides special advanced studies in a subject field of Speech Communication not covered in the regular departmental offerings. Regular conferences with the instructor are coordinated with assigned Speech Communication projects (54 hours per unit).

Note: For eligibility requirements, go to www.elcamino.edu/admissions/credit.asp

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