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SPCH 1145   Speech Communication Workshop II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This laboratory course offers students a wide variety of applied speech communication experiences. (2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310016012

SPCH 1311   Introduction To Speech Communication (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: One of the following must be met: (1) Developmental Reading 0093 AND Developmental Writing 0093; (2) English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 AND 0054; or (3) have met Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Reading and Writing standards.
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. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015112

SPCH 1315   Fundamentals Of Public Speaking (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: One of the following must be met: (1) Developmental Reading 0093 AND Developmental Writing 0093; (2) English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 AND 0054; or (3) have met Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Reading and Writing standards.
An introductory course to develop the student’s skills, knowledge, and understanding of the public speaking process. Topics include the principles of reasoning, audience analysis, collection of materials, outlining, and delivery. Emphasis is on the oral presentation of well-prepared speeches, using computer technology when appropriate. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015312

SPCH 1321   Business And Professional Communication (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
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 2310015212

SPCH 1342   Voice And Articulation (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
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 2310015812

SPCH 2145   Speech Communication Workshop IV (1) New course added September 1, 2004
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This laboratory course offers students a wide variety of applied speech communication experiences. (3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310016012.

SPCH 2341   Performance of Literature (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
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 Texas Common Course Number.
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. (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.