# Communication Studies (Associate in Science)

Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Speech

Source: https://yc.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Yuba-College-Catalog-26.pdf#page=165

Students who complete this program should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the communication skills necessary to engage in personal, professional, civic and social relationships.
2. Demonstrate and apply critical thinking skills in a variety of communication studies contexts.

**Required courses**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| COMM-C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| FTVE-2 | Introduction to Electronic Media | 3 |
| SPECH-2 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| SPECH-6 | Group Communication | 3 |
| SPECH-7 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| **Complete two courses from the following:** | |  |
| FTVE-4 | Beginning TV Studio Production | 3 |
| PHIL-12 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PSYC-C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SPECH-4R | Speech Arts Workshop | 3 |
| SPECH-8 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| THART-11A | Introduction to Acting I | 3 |
| **Total units required for degree major** | | **21** |

Students earning an AA/AS degree must complete a minimum of 21 units of General Education requirements and the health graduation requirement, in addition to the program units listed here. Students must complete a total of 60 degree applicable units to earn an AA or AS. Please see your counselor for additional information.