Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

COMM 600 Graduate Study in Communication

Orientation to graduate study with emphasis on learning to conduct literature reviews using the major journals of the communication discipline. Introduction to research using quantitative, qualitative and rhetorical approaches.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 601 Qualitative Methods in Communication Research

Orientation to the methods of qualitative research that are most frequently used in the communication discipline. Practical experience in data gathering and analysis procedures.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 602 Quantitative Methods in Communication Research

Orientation to the methods of quantitative research that are most frequently used in the communication discipline. Practical experience in data gathering and analysis procedures.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 603 Communication Theory

The study of current theories of human communication and the process of theory building.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 605 Rhetorical Criticism

Systematic review of the major contributions of rhetorical criticism theorists for their probable impact on communication.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 610 Communication & Technology

This course is designed to explore issues surrounding the emergence of new technologies and the evolution of the mediated communication process.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

COMM 622 Directed Studies

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
1- 3

Special Notes

Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

Level Restriction

Include GR

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

COMM 699 Thesis

Optional for Master of Arts candidates on recommendation of major advisor. S/U graded.
1- 6

Level Restriction

Include GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations