COMMS 483
Advanced Communications Studies
Communications
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Contemporary developments in communication theory, research, and practice.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Comms 411 or concurrent enrollment.
Title
Contemporary Communications Practice
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss, to think critically and analytically about, and to write knowledgeably about issues in contemporary practice of communications and other professions.
Title
Communication, Technology, and Society
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss, to think critically and analytically about, and to write knowledgeably about the social role and effects of communications and communications technologies in society.
Title
Professional Preparation and Strategy
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss, to think critically and analytically about, and to write knowledgeably about strategies for bridge-building from school to work and/or from undergraduate to graduate studies.
Title
Communications Ethics and Ethical Theory
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss, to think critically and analytically about, and to write knowledgeably about ethical issues that confront communicators, and ethical theory that can guide ethical decision making; the moral responsibility of professional communicators to make a positive difference within their sphere of influence.
Title
Communication Issues in Contemporary Society
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss, to think critically and analytically about, and to write knowledgeably about current literature and research related to communications issues in contemporary society.
