Course Offerings : Speech

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Open to students of any ESL/English level Placement in English 104 or higher Placement in English 108 or higher Placement in English 112 or equivalent Completion of English 112 or equivalent

Speech 105 – Fundamentals of Speech (3) *** (Formerly Speech 110) An
introductory course in public speaking that focuses on communication skills
including organization of ideas, research, critical thinking, and audience
adaptability. (CAN SPCH 4); UC/IND/CSU area A1

Speech 120 – Voice and Articulation (3) Examination and practice in various
problems of voice and diction; study of the physiology of voice production and
phonetics. Open to ESL students only. CSU

Speech 125 – Small Group Discussion (3) *** Basic principles and techniques
of discussion. Relationship of discussion to democratic processes and
contemporary society, including a study and practice of critical thinking, and
problem-solving techniques in various group discussion settings. (Same as
Communication Arts 125) UC/IND/CSU area A1

Speech 130 – Interpersonal Communications (3) *** This course focuses on
learning the theory and practicing skills needed to improve the quality of
interpersonal communication which includes social cognition, social rules,
coding the message, conflict resolution and critical thinking skills. (Same as
Communication Arts 130) UC/IND/CSU area A1

Speech 145 – Communication Structures (3) *** An examination of the
structures underlying both verbal and visual modes of communication in modern
society. Emphasis is placed on a study of comparable features in the various
media used in the art of expression. Contemporary media will be investigated
against a background of standard patterns of communication. (Same as
Communication Arts 145); UC/IND/CSU area A1

Speech 200 – Oral Interpretation (3) *** Analysis, theory and practice of oral
interpretation of prose, verse, and grammatic dialogue with attention to effective
delivery. (Same as Communication Arts 200) UC/IND/CSU

Speech 250 – Argumentation and Debate (3) **** Spe 110 strongly
recommended. An examination of the fundamentals of logical thinking, the
analysis of propaganda, research techniques, and the uses of evidence. Principles
and techniques of effective group discussion, argumentation, and debate. (Same
as Communication Arts 250) (CAN SPCH 6); UC/IND/CSU area A1

Speech 260 – Forensics (1) *** (Formerly Speech 291) Concentrated training
and instruction for the enhancement of public speaking skills, critical and
analytical thinking, and literary analysis for the purpose of participating in either
individual and/or team intercollegiate speaking activities. (Same as
Communication Arts 260); CSU

Speech 280 – Communication Studies (1) ***** Prerequisite: Completion of
Speech 110 or instructor’s permission. Designed to offer study in wide range of
topics related to communication, allowing for a concentrated exploration of a
specific aspect of communication including verbal and non-verbal techniques,
interpersonal, small-group interaction, written and non-verbal techniques. (Same
as Communication Arts 280); CSU

** Speech 290 – Selected Topics (1-3).
** Speech 291 – Internship (1-4).
** Speech 295 – Independent Study (1-3).
** Speech 296 – Field Practicum (1-4).