Science Communication | Courses and Syllabi

COMM 600: Introduction to Graduate Studies (3 Credits)

Offers a broad introduction to the field of communication in terms of communication-based theories and research. May not be repeated for credit.

Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to graduate program in communication or permission of graduate program director.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Communication.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

2 Sections Currently Scheduled

COMM 600 - DL1: Intro to Graduate Studies — Gary L. Kreps — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Online
COMM 600 - 001: Intro to Graduate Studies — Richard T Craig — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Innovation Hall 333

COMM 637: Risk Communication (3 Credits)

Research on sharing information about physical hazards such as toxic waste, radiation, disease, injury, biohazards. Topics include communication concerning workplace safety, environmental problems, risk assessments, and scientific uncertainties. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 637 - 001: Risk Communication — Pratiti Diddi — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM T - Horizon Hall 4000

COMM 642: Science and the Public (3 Credits)

Examines the relationship between science and society, with a particular emphasis on the role of communication in shaping public opinion on issues related to science and technology. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 642 - 001: Science and the Public — Chris Clarke — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Innovation Hall 336

COMM 650: Intro to Research Methods in Communication (3 Credits)

Introduces various research methods used by communication professionals. Focus on achieving understanding and knowledge of social scientific research, qualitative and quantitative, and critical analysis through use and application. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Communication.

Enrollment limited to students in the LA-MA-COM, LA-MAIS-ISIN or LA-PHD-COM programs.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 650 - 001: Research Methodologies-Comm — Richard T Craig — Sojung Claire Kim — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Buchanan Hall D001

COMM 653: Graduate Seminar in Instructional Communication (3 Credits)

Investigates theoretical and practical implications of instructional communication. Exposes graduate students to communication principles and practices of teaching college courses at upper and lower divisions. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 653 - 001: Instructional Communication — Melissa A. Broeckelman-Post — Andrew E Rudd — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Innovation Hall 317 - Section Syllabus

COMM 670: Social Marketing (3 Credits)

Offers conceptual overview of social marketing: marketing methods designed to influence people to behave in ways that benefit society. Develops skills necessary to conduct a social marketing initiative and provides an opportunity for practical application of those skills. May not be repeated for credit.

Specialized Designation: Green Leaf Related Course

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 670 - DL1: Social Marketing — Edward Wile Maibach — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Online

Courses and Syllabi

Fall 2023

Graduate

600-Level Courses

COMM 600: Introduction to Graduate Studies (3 Credits)

COMM 637: Risk Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 642: Science and the Public (3 Credits)

COMM 650: Intro to Research Methods in Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 653: Graduate Seminar in Instructional Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 670: Social Marketing (3 Credits)

700-Level Courses

COMM 700: Building Social Science Theory (3 Credits)

COMM 706: Strategic Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 775: Media Content Analysis (3 Credits)

COMM 798: Communication Studies Project (3 Credits)

800-Level Courses

COMM 820: Health Communication Campaigns (3 Credits)