Communications Department 810-989-5578

SPC 101 Speech Communication. This is a beginning course in human communication dealing with speaking before an audience, small group, and one-to-one communication. This course includes the study of speech psychology, organization, practice in the presentation of different types of speeches, listening, etc. The course is designed to help meet the communication needs of any student in any chosen profession.

Prerequisite: None 3 credits = 3 lecture OC

SPC 101H

Speech Communication, Honors. This course will offer students the opportunity to learn speaking and listening skills and apply them to current or future professions. Communications skills learned in this course will be applicable to any major field of study. The Honors section will use more student-oriented techniques and provide the student the opportunity to learn about other cultures by including a culture awareness assignment.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program
3 credits = 3 lecture OC

SPC 102

Advanced Speech Communication. This course presents practice and theory in persuasive, informative, and non-verbal communication. Students will also be involved in some educational role playing as well as the study of emotional appeals, interviewing, the art of conversation, argumentation, and persuasion in contemporary society. This course is highly recommended for students in the fields of business, education, psychology, and political science. It is also recommended for other students who wish to expand their communication knowledge and skills.
Prerequisite: SPC 101
3 credits = 3 lecture

SPC 205

Discussion and Conference.

CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.

SPC 206

Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics.

CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.

NOTE: CURRENTLY INACTIVE classes may be offered in the future. If students are interested in having a currently inactive course listed in the fall, winter, spring or summer schedule, contact the department chair or an instructor in the appropriate area.