Speech SPECH

SPECH-2 Oral Interpretation of Literature

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

COMM 170

Introduction to the analysis and interpretation of classic and modern literature for oral performance. Includes introduction to performance studies; analysis, appreciation, and application of theories of interpretive performance of various forms of literature including poetry, prose, and drama (plays, scripts, and screenplays). (L)

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

SPECH-3 Argumentation and Critical Thinking

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

COMM 120

This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and practice of public speaking in a democratic society, to enable them to successfully communicate ideas of a persuasive nature in the public speaking mode, and to critically evaluate the speeches of others. Aristotelian rhetorical principles and Canon's of rhetoric will be studied and applied to analyze historical and public discourse. Students will be required to research primary and secondary resources. Faculty evaluated, formal and ethical written/oral arguments with sensitivity to diverse audiences will be delivered to a live audience.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

SPECH-4R Speech Arts Workshop

Units

3

Hours

162 lab hours

Transfers to

CSU

Repeatable three times only

Supervised preparation for participation in Inter-Collegiate Speech and Oral Interpretation events and/or for presentations at local schools.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

SPECH-6 Small Group Communication

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

COMM 140

Study of communication theory and principles in a variety of small group contexts. Investigation of the role of communication in various group processes, problem solving, leadership, team building, effective decision making and conflict management. Rhetorical principles including reasoning and advocacy, credible evidence, reporting of information, argumentation and critical thinking for formal oral presentations. Emphasis placed on researching, organizing, and delivering formal oral informative and persuasive presentations to the professor and classmates.

Offered: Fall 2026 (3 sections)

SPECH-7 Interpersonal Communication

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

COMM 130

Introduction to theories and principles of interpersonal communication including verbal and nonverbal communication in various diverse contexts in both personal and professional interactions. Focus on theoretical and practical principles which facilitate or block effective private discourse including language, perception, culture, communication styles, conflict resolution, and communication climate. Students will apply Aristotelian proofs of rhetorical perspectives in researching, reasoning, organizing, and reporting accurate information pertaining to interpersonal communication theories and applications to prepare their presentations. Faculty evaluated, formal informative and persuasive class presentations are required in front of a live audience of faculty and students. Students should demonstrate rhetorical sensitivity to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility.

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections)

SPECH-8 Intercultural Communication

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

COMM 150

The study of intercultural communication theory relates to perception, context, language, verbal and nonverbal messages and adaptation. Emphasis will be placed on developing effective intercultural communication skills. Students will demonstrate effective intercultural communications skills by oral presentations, group/interpersonal interactions. (L)

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.