CMM 501 Organizational Communication. 3 hrs.
Investigation of information flow in organizations with emphasis on identifying communication
problems.

CMM 502 Rhetorical Theory. 3 hrs.
An exploration of theories of rhetoric from the Greek philosophers to the present. This course will
examine the strategic use of symbols in persuasive discourse.

CMM 506 Interviewing. 3 hrs.
Skill development in the question-answer-response process as it applies to a variety of interviewing
situations.

CMM 508 Leadership and Group Communication. 3 hrs.
A study of the variables affecting, and affected by, the communication process in small groups, with
particular emphasis upon leadership variables.

CMM 509 Theories of Persuasion and Change. 3 hrs.
Study of the relationship between persuasion and social change, including theories of attitude and
behavioral change and contemporary theories of persuasion.

CMM 511 Communication Study and Research. 3 hrs.
Introduction to the advanced study of theory and research areas with emphasis on communication
research methods and reporting.

CMM 513 Theories of Interpersonal Communication. 3 hrs.
A survey and analysis of theories related to interpersonal communication in relationships. Emphasis
is on the communication processes and contingencies underlying relationship development,
maintenance, and disengagement in various interpersonal contexts.

CMM 520 Communication and Conflict. 3 hrs.
An exploration of the theory, research, and practice of communication in understanding and
negotiating interpersonal conflict.

CMM 521 Gender and Communication. 3 hrs.
An exploration of gender as an organizing principle for communication.

CMM 541 Development and Appreciation of Film Since 1930. 3 hrs.
A study of important directions in modem film, including style, genre, and the relationship to
contemporary society. A variety of films will be viewed for analysis.

CMM 550 Direction of Speech Activities. 3 hrs.
Direction of extra-curricular speech activities -assemblies, forensic events, etc. (Prerequisite: 15 hours
of speech or permission of the department chair.)

CMM 556 Computer-Mediated Communication. 3 hrs.
This course explores the impact of computer-mediated communication on human organization. (Required:
email capability and web access.)

CMM 574 Health Communication. 3 hrs.
Explores communication demands of human healthcare and healthcare promotion; examines
communication controversies in the modern heathcare system, and examines communication
strategies to resolve healthcare problems.

CMM 576 Communication for Classroom Teachers. 3 hrs.
Knowledge and utilization of interpersonal communication skills in all teaching-Iearning
environments.

CMM 585-588 Independent Study. 1-4 hrs. (Required: permission of the department chair.)

CMM 597-598 Instructional Television Course. 1-4 hrs.
A course based upon Instructional Television Series broadcast by public television. The student is
responsible for viewing the series on the air and satisfying all course requirements announced by
the department.

CMM 601 Problems and Methods in Communication Research. 3 hrs.
Various methodologies and designs for conducting communication research are examined.
Limitations are analyzed. Students gain experience by applying research concepts in their own
proposals and studies.

CMM 602 Communication Consultation Strategies. 3 hrs.
An in-depth analysis of diagnostic and intervention strategies employed by communication
consultants. Strategies include communication network analysis, communication process
observation and consultation, communication role and norm negotiation, and team building.

CMM 603 Nonverbal Communication. 3 hrs.
Examines the major dimensions and functions of nonverbal communication with a focus on what
constitutes nonverbal competence in a variety of contexts.

CMM 606 Studies in Communication Theory. 3 hrs.
An extensive investigation into the major concepts of contemporary communication theory.

CMM 650 Leaders and Movements in Communication Education. 3 hrs.
The study of speech-communication education from the time of the Greeks to the present, with
emphasis upon the evolution of communication education to meet the needs of contemporary
society.

CMM 656 Seminar in Public Communication. 3 hrs.

CMM 673 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication. 3 hrs.
Intensive treatment of principles and processes underlying dyadic communication. Designed to
enable the student to diagnose and intervene to resolve communication problems.

CMM 674 Seminar in Communication Pedagogy. 3 hrs.
Primarily for graduate teaching assistants to develop instructional skills of preparation, presentation
and evaluation; to understand instructor duties and requirements, and to exemplify interpersonal
skills in dealing with students.

CMM 675-676 Seminar. 1-3 hrs.

CMM 677-678 Special Topics. 1-3 hrs.
Program of study not normally covered in other courses. Topics vary from semester to semester.

CMM 681 Thesis. 1-6 hrs.

CMM 685-688 Independent Study. 1-4 hrs. (Required: permission of the department chair.)

CMM 689 Internship. 1-3 hrs.  (Required: permission of the department chair.)
Supervised work experience in communication.