Undergraduate Bulletin, University of Wisconsin-Stout

SPCOM Speech Communication


SPCOM-100 Fundamentals of Speech (2 cr.)
COMSK Fall, Spring and Summer
Techniques of effective speech: diagnosis of individual needs and training in necessary skills; speaker/listener relations, speech organization, voice, bodily action, language and development of confidence and poise.

SPCOM-101 Forensics (1-2 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Training in speech through instruction in and application of the principles used in intercollegiate forensics program: oral interpretation and original and limited- preparation events. R

SPCOM-102 Forensics (1-2 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Training in speech through instruction in an application of the principles used in intercollegiate forensics program: oral interpretation and original and limited- preparation events.
Prerequisites: take SPCOM-101. R

SPCOM-103 Forensics (1-2 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Training in speech through instruction in an application of the principles used in intercollegiate forensics program: oral interpretation and original and limited- preparation events.
Prerequisites: take SPCOM-102. R

SPCOM-104 Forensics (1-2 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Training in speech through instruction in and application of the principles used in intercollegiate forensics program; specific emphasis on forensics administration.
Prerequisites: take SPCOM-103. R

SPCOM-200 Persuasive Speaking (2 cr.)
COMSK Fall, Spring and Summer
Advanced techniques of speaking; develop skill in audience analysis, speech composition and delivery of various types of speeches; recognize techniques used daily toward individuals and groups.
Prerequisites: take SPCOM-100.

SPCOM-202 Oral Interpretation (2 cr.)
HUM CRPRF Spring
Individual and group activities to develop skill in the oral performance of literature; projects in analysis and delivery of literature. Consideration of individual problems.

SPCOM-206 Discussion (2 cr.)
COMSK Fall and Spring
Principles and techniques of discussion; leading and participating in symposium, panel, roundtable and other discussion forms.

SPCOM-208 Theory of Communication (3 cr.)
COMSK Fall and Spring
How people communicate with each other; interpersonal, social, technical and business communication, monographs of various communication theorists.
Prerequisites: take SPCOM-100.

SPCOM-210 Interpersonal Speech Communication (2 cr.)
COMSK Fall and Spring
Basic aspects of non-structured, informal speech communication; expression of feelings and intentions and processing of relationships.

SPCOM-236 Listening (2 cr.)
COMSK
Theoretical analysis and practical application of listening concepts. Emphasis on assessment of individual listening skills and methods of improving personal listening techniques used in occupational and personal relationships.

SPCOM-308 Speech Skills For Business and Industry (2 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Technical speaking; projects in application of speech skills and activities in business and industry.

SPCOM-310 Introduction To Speech Correction (2 cr.)
Spring
Nature and causes of and therapeutic methods for remediating speech and language disorders.

SPCOM-312 Intercultural Communication (2 cr.)
ESB, GLP Fall and Spring
Communication concepts and strategies in a multi- cultural society with emphasis on the major United States cultural groups: understanding communication norms in one's culture of origin and developing a functional appreciation of the diversity of communication standards among cultures. Prerequisites: take SPCOM-100.

SPCOM-350 Nonverbal Communication (3 cr.)

Spring

Nonverbal communication skills. Theories and research involved in understanding and applying nonverbal skills in personal, professional, and technologically-enhanced environments.

SPCOM-400 Special Topics in Communication Seminar (3 cr.)

Current issues or historical topics related to communication. Specific topic will be advertised prior to semester offered. Course may be repeated three times with different topics or issues. Junior level or higher required.

Prerequisites: take SPCOM-100.

SPCOM-414 Interviewing (1 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Principles and techniques for interviewee in employment interviews.

SPCOM-425 Informational Interviewing Skills for Professionals (1 cr.)
Theories and methodologies used in the collection and interpretation of data for research and professional development purposes.

Prerequisites: take SPCOM-100.

 


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The Undergraduate Bulletin
Revised: January 2007