Speech Communication

The speech communication program is one of the most established and respected programs within the speech communication discipline. It is a computer-based program in which speech communication theory and practice receive equal emphasis as applied to both financial and managerial speech communication issues. It intends to support the career objectives of those looking to enter the job market upon graduation, as well as the academic needs of those looking to pursue advanced degrees. Required course work covers areas critical to success in today's speech communication workplace:

• Technical speech communication knowledge
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Career-related computer literacy
• A laptop computer is recommended, but not required, for students entering the speech communication program.

Courses

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
SPEEC 0495	Prep College Speech-Non-Native Speakers	3
SPEEC 1100	Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3
SPEEC 1110	Oral Interpretation	3
SPEEC 1120	Small-Group Communication	3
SPEEC 1140	Public Relations	3
SPEEC 1150	Introduction to Business Communication	3
SPEEC 1160	Interpersonal Communication	3
SPEEC 1190	Applied Forensics	1
SPEEC 1800	Special Project	3
SPEEC 1820	Selected Topics	1-4
SPEEC 1840	Independent Study	1-4
SPEEC 2130	Advanced Public Speaking	3
SPEEC 2160	Argumentation and Debate	3
SPEEC 2190	Forensics Theory and Practice	3
SPEEC 2200	Intercultural Communication	3
SPEEC 2210	Readers' Theater (Group Performance Lit	3
SPEEC 2800	Special Project	3
SPEEC 2860	Internship (Career & Technical Ed)yCoop Ed/Internship Occup	1-4
SPEEC 2865	Internship Advanced (Career & Tech Ed)	1-4
SPEEC 2870	Internship (Transfer)	1-4
SPEEC 2871	Internship - Advanced (Transfer)	1-4
SPEEC 2912	Persuasive Speaking	3