Graduate Courses

CMN 5000 - Quantitative Research Methods. (3-0-3) Graduate students will learn to analyze and critique scholarly research. An introduction to basic quantitative research methods and procedures is included. Students are expected to conduct a research project. This course is required of all communication studies graduate students. Prerequisites & Notes: Graduate standing. Credits: 3

CMN 5005 - Qualitative Research Methods. (3-0-3) This course introduces students to qualitative research and interpretive issues in the communication discipline. It includes an orientation to qualitative epistemologies, specific methods and strategies of qualitative inquiry and pragmatics about the analysis and reporting of qualitative research. Prerequisites & Notes: Graduate Standing. Credits: 3

CMN 5010 - Rhetorical Theory. (3-0-3) A study of rhetorical theory from 465 B.C. to the present. This course is required of all communication studies graduate students. Credits: 3

CMN 5020 - Communication Theory. (3-0-3) An examination of major philosophical foundations in the study of human communication. Focus is on the role of paradigms in theory construction and the conduct of research. Contemporary issues in communication study are also addressed. This course is required of all communication studies graduate students. Credits: 3

CMN 5030 - Methods of Critical Inquiry (3-0-3) This course introduces students to methods of conducting critical research in the field of communication. It includes an overview of the history of critical methods as well as the application of key critical methods. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.  Credits: 3

CMN 5150 - Seminar Interpersonal Communication. (3-0-3) A detailed examination of specific theories in interpersonal communication. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability and interest of faculty. May be repeated with a change in course content. Credits: 3

CMN 5160 - Seminar in Mass Media. (3-0-3) A theoretical study of aspects of mass communication requiring original research. Electronic media are emphasized. May be repeated once with a change in course content. Credits: 3

CMN 5170 - Seminar in Organizational Communication. (3-0-3) A detailed examination of specific theories in organizational communication. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability and interest of faculty. May be repeated with a change in course content. Credits: 3

CMN 5180 - Seminar in Rhetoric and Public Address. (3-0-3) A course devoted to evolving theories, issues, and foci within the interdisciplinary field of rhetoric. May be repeated once with a change in course content.  Credits: 3

CMN 5240 - Seminar in Teaching Speech. (3-0-3) Objectives: Problems, methods, materials in teaching college speech. An evaluated teaching unit is required. Prerequisites & Notes: Nine semester hours in communication studies or permission of the department chair. Credits: 3

CMN 5500 - Techniques for Teaching Assistants in Speech Communication. (1-0-1) (Credit/No Credit) Supervised experience for graduate teaching assistants in communication studies. Must be taken for both Fall and Spring semesters and may not be applied toward the degree in communication studies. Prerequisites & Notes: Enrollment limited to graduate teaching assistants in communication studies. Credits: 1

CMN 5510 - Interpersonal Communication. (3-0-3) An exploration of current theory and research in interpersonal communication. Focus is on interpersonal communication structure and process within the context of differing relational types and communication episodes. Credits: 3

CMN 5520 - Social Interaction. (5620) (3-0-3) Practical application of major communication theories. Prerequisites & Notes: CMN 5510 or permission of the instructor. Credits: 3

CMN 5530 - Intercultural Communication. (3-0-3) Students investigate various theories and approaches to the study of communication and culture across a variety of contexts. Credits: 3

CMN 5610 - Media Criticism. (5330) (3-0-3) A study of various critical approaches to the analysis of the medium of television. Consideration will be given to various methodological approaches to the study of the historical, economic, political, cultural and sociological impact of television. Credits: 3

CMN 5620 - Social Relations and Media Effects. (3-0-3) The study of social relations, media and effects both within professional media and between media institutions and the public. Students will analyze and critique professional media practices and discuss the effects of media systems and messages. Both normative and critical theory of media are included. Credits: 3

CMN 5630 - Computer-Mediated Communication. (3-0-3) A study of current trends in computer technology in society and organizations. Included is the impact of Internet information and commerce upon worldwide communication. An orientation to relevant hardware and software is included. Cross-listed with JOU. 5630. Credits: 3

CMN 5700 - Public Relations. (3-0-3) This course is an introduction to the major paradigms and
conceptualization of public relations. It confronts the major theoretical issues that now characterize
the field, with an emphasis on actual theories of public relations. It examines how theoretical
approaches to public relations influence analysis, understanding and application of public relations
strategy and message creation in contemporary society.  Credits: 3

CMN 5710 - Organizational Communication. (5520) (3-0-3) An examination of how communication creates different types of organizations and how these organizations in turn direct and control employees’ actions and communication. Credits: 3

CMN 5720 - Seminar in Public Relations. (5220) (3-0-3) Study of special topics in public relations. Practical applications of the principles of communication studies. May be repeated once with a change in course content. Credits: 3

CMN 5730 - Communication Training and Development. (3-0-3) An examination of how communication theories are used in the training environment. Emphasis is placed on the principles related to design, content and delivery of programs that result in communication knowledge and skill development. Credits: 3

CMN 5810 - Seminar in American Public Address. (5210) (3-0-3) Seminar examining key issues in American life, from the Colonial Period to the present, as reflected in oratory aimed at influencing governmental, religious, political and social decisions. May be repeated once with a change in course content. Credits: 3

CMN 5820 - Rhetorical Criticism. (5310) (3-0-3) An in-depth examination of the purposes, practices, models and applications of various analytical approaches to communication criticism. Credits: 3

CMN 5830 - Applied Criticism. (3-0-3) This course will engage students in the extensive practice of rhetorical criticism. Students will learn a variety of approaches to studying mediated texts such as speeches, essays and other kinds of direct address to audiences. Credits: 3

CMN 5900 - Instructional Practicum. (Arr.-Arr.-3) Students learn and apply pedagogy skills in a supervised setting. Prerequisites & Notes: Students must have completed 10 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status. Credits: 3

CMN 5901 - Advanced Instructional Practicum (3-0-3) Students learn and apply advanced and/or
specialized pedagogy skills in a supervised setting. Prerequisites & Notes: Completion of CMN 5900
Instructional Practicum with a grade of “credit” (C).  Credits: 3

CMN 5920 - Creative Project. (Arr.-Arr.-3) (Credit/No Credit) Students engage in a project with an applied communication focus reflecting a thorough understanding of communication theory and research. NOTE: a maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5950, 5990, and/or 5997. Credits: 3

CMN 5940 - Creative Thesis. (Arr.-Arr. 3-6) Students engage in a capstone project with an applied communication focus reflecting a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and research. NOTE: a maximum of nine semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5940, 5950, and/or 5997. Credits: 3 to 6

CMN 5950 - Thesis. (Arr.-Arr.-3 to 6) As arranged. (Credit/No Credit) NOTE: A maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5950, 5990 and/or 5997. Credits: 3 to 6

CMN 5951 - Non-Credit Thesis. (0-0-0) The purpose of this course is to allow a graduate student to remain continuously enrolled as an auditor and access services required to complete the thesis after completing the maximum number of hours of credit for thesis [5950], research [5900], and independent study [5990] in a thesis option. Credits: Audit Only

CMN 5980 - Internship. (Arr.-Arr.-9) Students practice teaching in a supervised community college classroom. Prerequisites & Notes: Students must have completed 28 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status. Approval of the graduate coordinator required. Credits: 9

CMN 5990 - Independent Study. (Arr.-Arr.-1 to 6) The study of and report on a specific problem in speech. Student presents an individual study plan for researching history, theory and/or practice of speech. Approval of the independent study plan must be obtained prior to enrollment. NOTE: A maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5950, 5990 and/or 5997. Credits: 1 to 6

CMN 5991 - Non-Credit Independent Study. (0-0-0) The purpose of this course is to allow a graduate student to remain continuously enrolled as an auditor and access services required to complete the degree after completing all degree requirements except for completion of examinations or other non-course capstone requirements. Candidates in thesis options use non-credit thesis (5951). Prerequisites & Notes: Candidates must retain degree-seeking status and secure permission of the department chair or graduate coordinator. Credits: 0

CMN 5997 - Study Abroad. (Arr.-Arr.-3 to 6) Special permission of the department. NOTE: A maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920 5950, 5990 and/or 5997. Prerequisites & Notes: Permission of the department chair. Credits: 3 to 6

(Note:  With the permission of the graduate coordinator, graduate students may count up to six semester hours of courses numbered 4750-4799 toward their graduate degree.)