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SPCH 1144   Speech Communication Laboratory (1)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 100.
Prerequisite: None.
This laboratory course focuses on students applying speech communication skills through service projects, internships, and leadership activities. This course may be repeated for credit. (3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310016035

SPCH 1145   Speech Communication Workshop (1)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 110.
Prerequisite: None.
This laboratory course offers students a wide variety of applied speech communication experiences. This course may be repeated four times for credit (2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310016035

SPCH 1311   Introduction To Speech Communication (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 101.
Prerequisite: None.
Theory and practice of speech communication behavior in one-to-one, small group, and public communication situations are introduced. Students learn more about themselves, improve skills in communicating with others, and prepare and deliver formal public speeches. This course requires college-level reading and writing skills. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015135

SPCH 1315   Fundamentals Of Public Speaking (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 105.
Prerequisite: None.
Public speaking is introduced. Topics include the principles of reasoning, audience analysis, collection of materials, outlining, and delivery. Emphasis is on the oral presentation of well prepared speeches. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015335

SPCH 1318   Interpersonal Communication (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 203.
Prerequisite: None.
This course presents theories and exercises in verbal and nonverbal communication with focus on interpersonal relationships. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015435

SPCH 1321   Business And Professional Communication (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 209.
Prerequisite: None.
Theories and skills of speech communication as applied to business and professional situations will be studied. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015235

SPCH 1342   Voice And Articulation (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 109.
Prerequisite: None.
Students may register for either Speech Communication 1342 or Drama 2336 but may receive credit for only one of the two. The mechanics of speech are studied. Emphasis is on improving voice and pronunciation. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015835

SPCH 2144   Forensic Workshop (1)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 201.
Prerequisite: None.
This course focuses on preparing speeches, readings, and debate propositions. Presentations are made in competition and before select audiences. This course may be repeated for credit. (2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310016035

SPCH 2335   Discussion And Debate (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 205.
Prerequisite: None.
Public discussion and argumentation are studied. Both theories and techniques are covered. Emphasis is on evaluation, analysis, and logical thinking (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015935

SPCH 2341   Performance of Literature (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 206.
Prerequisite: None.
Various types of literature are examined. Practice is provided in preparing and presenting selections orally. Emphasis is on individual improvement (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015735

SPCH 2389   Academic Cooperative in Communication (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 211.
Prerequisite: None.
This instructional program is designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in Communication. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of Communication. This course may be repeated for credit. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2401035230

Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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