Degrees & Certificates
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ADT: Communication Studies AA-T - CSU Transfer
Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in Communications Studies for Transfer degree, students will be prepared for pursuing a BA/BS in Communication or Communication Studies.
Required:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
ADTs also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is not an acceptable grade for courses in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes:
After completing an Associate in Arts in Communications Studies for Transfer degree, a student will be able to:
- Apply theory and research findings in communication studies to their professional and personal relationships.
- Engage in professional public discourse with application of research, organization, reasoning and oral presentation.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Apply theory and research findings in communication studies to their professional and personal relationships.
- Engage in professional public discourse with application of research, organization, reasoning and oral presentation.
Required:
Units: 3
CMUN 1A
Introduction to Public Speaking
3
LIST A: Choose two: (6 units)
Units: 6
CMUN 8
Interpersonal Communication
3
CMUN 10
Small Group Communication
3
LIST B: Choose two (including any List A course not used above):
Units: 6
CMUN 4
Intercultural Communication
3
CMUN 5
Fundamentals of Communication Studies
3
JOUR 10
Mass Media and Society
3
CMUN 2
Oral Interpretation
3
or
THEA 4
Oral Interpretation
3
LIST C: Choose one (including any List A or B course not used above):
Units: 3
ANTH 3
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
3
PSYC 10
Introduction to Psychology
3
SOC 1A
Introduction to Sociology
3
ENGL 1B
Composition and Literature
3
ENGL 1C
Critical Reasoning and Writing
3
Units Required for the Major: 18
Units:
Double Counted Units:
Units:
General Education Requirements: CSU GE: 39; IGETC: 37
Units: 37-39
Electives needed to get to 60 Units:
Units:
Total Units for the Degree: 60 Units
Units:
Total: 55-57
Communication Studies AA Degree
Program Modified, Effective Fall 2022 - Please speak with a counselor for details.
Communication is a vital part of today's world, whether a skill used professionally, socially or in your personal life. We welcome you to explore one of the many areas of Communication Studies by taking a class at Gavilan College. The Communication Studies AA degree will provide students with the knowledge and skill about human communication that can be applied to various contexts in life. Whether it be improving on public speaking skills, working with a culturally diverse group or developing skills to better communicate ones wants and needs to family and friends, the curriculum is academically structured to meet your needs based on the specific course that you choose.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Apply theory and research findings in communication studies to their professional and personal relationships.
- Engage in professional public discourse with application of research, organization, reasoning and oral presentation.
Core Courses :
Units: 15
CMUN 1A
Introduction to Public Speaking
3
CMUN 4
Intercultural Communication
3
CMUN 8
Interpersonal Communication
3
CMUN 10
Small Group Communication
3
PSYC 10
Introduction to Psychology
3
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Units: 6
Choose one from the following:
CMUN 5
Fundamentals of Communication Studies
3
JOUR 10
Mass Media and Society
3
or
SOC 10
Mass Media and Society
3
GUID 27
Contemporary Leadership
3
or
PHIL 4
Critical Thinking and Writing
3
Choose one from the following:
CMUN 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
or
POLS 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
or
PSYC 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
ANTH 3
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
3
SOC 1A
Introduction to Sociology
3
SOC 21
Marriage and the Family
3
SOC 4
Sociology of Gender
3
General Education Requirements:
Units: 35-39
A student may complete the Gavilan College A.A./A.S. general education, the CSU-GE Breadth or the IGETC pattern, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60 unit total. See a counselor for details. NOTE: A course may be used to satisfy both general education and major requirements. See "Double Counting Rule".
Total: 56-60
Communication Studies: CA
The knowledge and skills gained by completing this Certificate of Achievement are designed to promote positive communication and increase problem-solving skills in work and personal environments. Those interested in psychology will also benefit.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Identify and demonstrate a range of communication and comprehension skills including: research, writing, outlining, analysis, evaluation, contextualization, teamwork, observation, and cultural competency of theories and issues across a variety of communication contexts.
- Practice and analyze democratic civic engagement.
Choose 4 classes (12 units) from the following list:
Units: 12
CMUN 1A
Introduction to Public Speaking
3
CMUN 2
Oral Interpretation
3
or
THEA 4
Oral Interpretation
3
CMUN 4
Intercultural Communication
3
CMUN 5
Fundamentals of Communication Studies
3
CMUN 8
Interpersonal Communication
3
CMUN 10
Small Group Communication
3
CSIS 129
Presentation Graphics - MS PowerPoint
1
or
CMUN 129
Presentation Graphics - MS PowerPoint
1
CMUN 12
Business Communication
3
CMUN 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
Total: 12
Communication Studies: Interpersonal Communication (Certificate of Achievement)
Program Modified, Effective Fall 2022 - Please speak with a counselor for details.
The knowledge and skills gained by completing this Certificate of Achievement are designed to promote positive communication and increase problem-solving skills in work and personal environments.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Identify and demonstrate a range of communication and comprehension skills including: research, writing, outlining, analysis, evaluation, contextualization, teamwork, observation, and cultural competency of theories and issues across a variety of communication contexts.
- Practice and analyze democratic civic engagement.
Choose eighteen (18) units from the following list:
Units: 18
POLS 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
or
CMUN 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
or
PSYC 6
Introduction to Conflict Resolution
3
GUID 27
Contemporary Leadership
3
CMUN 5
Fundamentals of Communication Studies
3
CMUN 8
Interpersonal Communication
3
PSYC 10
Introduction to Psychology
3
SOC 1A
Introduction to Sociology
3
CMUN 12
Business Communication
3
Total: 18