1a. IntroSUS 2003 - University of Maryland University College

SPCH 420 Group Discussion and DecisionMaking (3)Prerequisite: A 100-level speech performance course or COMM300. A study of current theory, research, and techniques regardingsmall-group process. Group dynamics, leadership, and decisionmaking are covered.SPCH 424 Communication in ComplexOrganizations (3)Prerequisite: A course in speech communication or COMM 300.An examination of the structure and function of communicationin organizations. Organizational climate and culture, informationflow, networks, and role relationships are major themes.SPCH 426 Negotiation and ConflictManagement (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility requirement.) Prerequisite: Acourse in speech communication or COMM 300. A study ofthe role of communication in shaping negotiation and conflictprocesses and outcomes. Simulation and role play are used tomodel workplace practices.SPCH 470 Listening (3)(Formerly Theories of Listening.) Prerequisite: A course in speechcommunication or COMM 300. A survey of theories of the listeningprocess. Emphasis is on functional analysis of listeningbehavior. Students may receive credit only once under this coursenumber.SPCH 472 Theories of NonverbalCommunication (3)Prerequisite: A course in speech communication or COMM 300.A survey of nonverbal communication in human interactions.Theory and research on proxemics, kinesics, and paralinguisticsare recognized and identified in expressions of relationship, affect,and orientation both within and across cultures.SPCH 486A Internship in Speech ThroughCo-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 18). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in speech.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course requirementsmust be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to speech and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).SPCH 486B Internship in Speech ThroughCo-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 18). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in speech.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to speech and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).SPCH 482 Intercultural Communication (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility or international perspectiverequirement.) Prerequisite: A course in speech communication orCOMM 300. An examination of the major variables of communicationin an intercultural context. Topics include cultural, racial,and national differences; stereotypes; values; cultural assumptions;and verbal and nonverbal channels.229