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Program Spotlight

Communication Studies focuses on verbal and nonverbal communications, critical thinking and research, and multicultural communication, concentrating on the ways humans interact with one another and how this affects the world around them.

Students enrolled in the Communication Studies Program at Skyline College can expect to become proficient in multiple areas of communication, including public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, intercultural communication, and argumentation and debate.

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In order to succeed in Communications, students will develop strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Students enrolled in the Communication Studies Program at Skyline College can expect to become proficient in multiple areas of communication, including public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, intercultural communication, and argumentation and debate. The College offers one Associate Degree and two Associate Degrees for Transfer in Communications that provide a clear path for transfer to a four-year educational institution.

Career Outlook

Studying Communications provides a foundation of interpersonal, writing and critical thinking skills essential in almost any career from the sciences or finance to marketing or public relations.

A degree in Communications can be a gateway to a variety of career trajectories including journalism, law, advertising, public relations, marketing, communications, sales, real estate, technical writing and much more. Salary ranges for jobs within these trajectories vary greatly. Public Relations Specialists in California make an average of $81,840 per year according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Real Estate Sales Agents in California make an average of $76,440 per year.

Check out the Communication Studies classes offered in upcoming semesters.

Check out the class schedule

Program Type Total Units
Communication Studies for Transfer AA-T 60 Units
  • Effective Communication: Deliver a message using strategies that adapt appropriately to the purpose of a situation; including the specific audience and cultural & psychological climate.
  • Effective Communication: Describe the effects of communication, including listening skills, on the perception of human relationships in social & cultural contexts
  • Critical Thinking: Demonstrate effective problem-solving communication that leads to successful conflict management by researching verifiable information that supports logically organized main points and claims in a message.
  • Citizenship: Communicate ethical core values and individual cultural identity in a variety of academic, personal, vocational and civic situations. 
Office Information
Location: Building 8
Email: ruizk@smccd.edu
Phone: (650) 738-4202
Fall 2024 Courses  |  Summer 2024 Courses

Type Status Title Days Time Instructor
Online Class CLOSED COMM 110 - 96312 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 TBA Lescure, R
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 97264 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 TBA McDonnell, P
Online Class CLOSED COMM 110 - 97265 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 TBA Ayotte, L
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 97266 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 TBA Ramirez, P
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 85004 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 M W F 9:10am-10:00am Park, N
Day Class   OPEN COMM 110 - 89181 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 T Th 12:35pm-1:50pm Babin, J
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 90452 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 T Th 9:35am-10:50am Lescure, R
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 93959 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 M W F 10:10am-11:00am Park, N
Day Class   OPEN COMM 110 - 94486 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 M W F 11:10am-12:00pm Staff,
Day Class   OPEN COMM 110 - 94741 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 T Th 11:10am-12:25pm Powell, D
Day Class   CLOSED COMM 110 - 94799 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 T Th 11:10am-12:25pm Powell, D
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 110 - 96578 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 M W F 10:10am-11:00am Park, N
Day Class   OPEN COMM 110 - 97740 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 M W F 11:10am-12:00pm Lescure, R
Evening Class   OPEN COMM 110 - 90080 - Public Speaking
COMM 110 Public Speaking

Study and practice in the basic principles of effective public oral communication. Students will research, prepare and extemporaneously deliver various speeches. Analysis and evaluation of oral, public communication is also included. Relevant social issues may be examined.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 110
 W 6:00pm-9:00pm Powell, D
Day Class   OPEN COMM 127 - 94502 - Argumentation and Debate
COMM 127 Argumentation and Debate

Principles and techniques of argumentation and debate. Research in significant social problems. Analysis of propositions, issues, evidence and reasoning. Training and experience in the presentation and evaluation of oral and written arguments.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 120
 M W 12:10pm-1:25pm Lescure, R
Day Class   OPEN COMM 127 - 98315 - Argumentation and Debate
COMM 127 Argumentation and Debate

Principles and techniques of argumentation and debate. Research in significant social problems. Analysis of propositions, issues, evidence and reasoning. Training and experience in the presentation and evaluation of oral and written arguments.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 120
 T Th 10:45am-12:50pm Ayotte, L
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 130 - 89186 - Interpersonal Comm
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 T Th 9:35am-10:50am Harkness-Lee, S
Online Class CLOSED COMM 130 - 96896 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 TBA Cunningham, C
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 130 - 97271 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 TBA Russo, S
Online Class OPEN COMM 130 - 97272 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 TBA Ramirez, P
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 130 - 98140 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 TBA Russo, S
Day Class   OPEN COMM 130 - 89185 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 M W F 9:10am-10:00am Lescure, R
Day Class   OPEN for Waitlist COMM 130 - 90447 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 T Th 11:10am-12:25pm Cunningham, C
Day Class   OPEN COMM 130 - 96579 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 T Th 9:35am-10:50am Harkness-Lee, S
Evening Class   OPEN COMM 130 - 89187 - Interpersonal Communication
COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication

Study and practice of interpersonal relationships. Analysis of the verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. Investigation of communication conflicts in interpersonal relationships and methods of conflict resolution.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 130
 W 6:00pm-9:00pm McDonnell, P
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 140 - 96292 - Small Group Communication
COMM 140 Small Group Communication

Understanding of the principles of group interaction and decision making, including study of leadership, types of authority, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Participation in discussion groups to share information, to solve problems, and to reach consensus.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 140
 TBA Cunningham, C
Day Class   OPEN COMM 140 - 95397 - Small Group Communication
COMM 140 Small Group Communication

Understanding of the principles of group interaction and decision making, including study of leadership, types of authority, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Participation in discussion groups to share information, to solve problems, and to reach consensus.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC (IGETC Area 1C)
C-ID: COMM 140
 T Th 12:35pm-1:50pm Harkness-Lee, S
Online Class OPEN for Waitlist COMM 150 - 93963 - Intercultural Communication
COMM 150 Intercultural Communication

Designed for students from all cultural backgrounds. Study of basic theory and skills of intercultural communication using round table discussion, public speaking and critical analysis. Emphasis is given to empathy building for communicating effectively in a diverse social and professional environment.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC
C-ID: COMM 150
 TBA Mohammadi, O
Day Class   OPEN COMM 150 - 93069 - Intercultural Communication
COMM 150 Intercultural Communication

Designed for students from all cultural backgrounds. Study of basic theory and skills of intercultural communication using round table discussion, public speaking and critical analysis. Emphasis is given to empathy building for communicating effectively in a diverse social and professional environment.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC
C-ID: COMM 150
 M W F 10:10am-11:00am Lescure, R
Day Class   OPEN COMM 150 - 89188 - InterculturalCommunication
COMM 150 Intercultural Communication

Designed for students from all cultural backgrounds. Study of basic theory and skills of intercultural communication using round table discussion, public speaking and critical analysis. Emphasis is given to empathy building for communicating effectively in a diverse social and professional environment.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9A1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area A1), UC
C-ID: COMM 150
 M W 10:45am-12:50pm Ayotte, L
Day Class   OPEN COMM 160 - 98316 - Gender and Communication
COMM 160 Gender and Communication

Study of the relationships between gender and communication in multiple sociocultural contexts. Analysis of the intersectional relationships between gender and identity, culture, perception, power, media, history, language, and nonverbal communication from social science, interpretive, and critical theoretical approaches.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105, or equivalent.
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area D), UC (IGETC Area 4)
 M W 8:30am-10:35am Ayotte, L
Online Class OPEN COMM B10 - 98394 - Health Communication
COMM B10 Health Communication

Critical exploration of health communication concepts, theories, research methods, cases, and other practices applied in addressing real-world health issues, administration, and decision-making. Addresses health communication approaches in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and behavior change campaigns.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
  • Total Student Learning hours/semester: 144-162
Prerequisites: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Program; and COMM 130 or COMM 150 or equivalent.
Corequisites: None
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Primary Contact

Kennya Ruiz
Kennya Ruiz (Division Assistant)
Language Arts-Language Arts Division
ruizk@smccd.edu
(650) 738-4202
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Communication Studies Faculty

Danielle Powell
Danielle Powell (Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
powelld@smccd.edu
(650) 738-7182
BLDG 04-247
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Seleena Harkness Lee
Seleena Harkness Lee (Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
harknesslees@smccd.edu
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Jessica Hurless
Jessica Hurless (Associate Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
hurlessj@smccd.edu
(650) 738-7183
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Lindsey Ayotte
Lindsey Ayotte (Associate Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
ayottel@smccd.edu
(650) 738-4276
BLDG 08-8112B
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Patrick McDonnell
Patrick McDonnell (Assistant Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
mcdonnellp@smccd.edu
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Oli Mohammadi
Oli Mohammadi (Adjunct Professor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
mohammadio@smccd.edu
BLDG 15-169
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Cherakah Cunningham
Cherakah Cunningham (Instructor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
cunninghamch@smccd.edu
BLDG 08-8114
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Pablo Ramirez
Pablo Ramirez (Instructor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
ramirezp@smccd.edu
BLDG 08-114
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Sage Russo
Sage Russo (Communication Studies Instructor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
russos@smccd.edu
BLDG 08-114
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Joanne Babin
Joanne Babin (Adjunct Instructor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
babinj@smccd.edu
BLDG 08-8112
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Ryan Lescure
Ryan Lescure (Adjunct Instructor)
Language Arts-Communication Studies
lescurer@smccd.edu
BLDG 08-8112
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