COMM 3100 - Communication Theory

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): COMM 1100

Description: This course surveys a variety of objective and interpretive styled theories, fleshing out the role of communication within each. The course explores theories in interpersonal, relationship development, relationship maintenance, influence, group decision-making, organizational communication, rhetoric, media, culture, and gender. The course is designed to give the students a foundation in communication vocabulary, basic knowledge of key theories, introduction to reading research journals, and application of theory to human communication.