• COMM 4050: Leadership and High Performance Teams

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  The dual theoretical and conceptual areas of Leadership and High Performance Teams are frequently misunderstood and equally misapplied. We will work to dispel those misconceptions by first concentrating on Leadership qualities found in a variety of settings that include both personal and professional foci. We will distinguish between managerial behaviors/consequences and true leadership as it relates to the relationship between leaders and followers. After spending around twelve weeks on Leadership, we will move into the arena of High Performance Teams for the remainder of the semester. We will distinguish between day-to-day group dynamics and how people come together to create and maintain the highly specialized behaviors supportive of a High Performance Team. There will be frequent in-class exercises to facilitate learning and the successful consequences of these exercises are dependent upon you having read the assigned readings. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the importance of human communication in the formation of the leader/follower relationship. 2. Transfer a practical understanding of small group dynamics to the social contexts of both leadership and high performance teams experienced in both your everyday and professional lives. 3. Recognize the important, meaningful roles that leaders, followers, and team members fulfill during their communication interactions with others. 4. Understand the axioms of leadership theories as well as the nature of principled and ethical leadership. 5. Evaluate the various strategies by which these theories and axioms can be applied and function. 6. Explore application of these theories and axioms by experiential practice in the classroom. Prerequisites: COMM 2120. SP
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• COMM 4115: Communicating in Close Relationships

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This course is the next chapter for students in the exploration of interpersonal communication. Pulling from elements of COMM 2110, COMM 3010, COMM 3120, and COMM 4500, this class is designed to explore the theories and concepts related to the study of close relationships. Friendships, family relationships, romantic and dating relationships, and professional relationships are all discussed in this class. The course requires detailed knowledge of communication theories and vocabulary, as well as experience in writing detailed research papers. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) After successfully completing this course, students will be able to: 1. Research in both contemporary and classical theories of interpersonal communication. 2. Evaluate and analyze the interpersonal communication episodes in their own lives. 3. Write on the topic of interpersonal communication at an advanced level. 4. Apply existing interpersonal communication theory to everyday interactions. 5. Understand the methods and interpretations of data related to theories of interpersonal communication. Prerequisites: COMM 2110 (Grade C or higher). FA, SP
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• COMM 4490: Communication and Contemporary Public Issues

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For Communication Studies majors and open to any other interested students. An analysis of public issues that currently dominate public communication and the media landscape, including the impact of effective communication. This course will be taught as a seminar. Our discussions and assignments will focus on making sense of, analyzing and critiquing contemporary communication issues regarding the construction, representation, negotiation of "our voices." Simultaneously, we will be reflecting our experiences, positions, and engagements with those issues. You will approach a lot of fun readings and do creative projects. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe trends in business, education, politics, health, popular culture, and technology and their relationship to communication theories and skills as key influences. 2. Develop a comprehension of how rhetorical strategies impact changes in international policy and vice-versa. 3. Analyze how political, legal and economic changes affect society and are reflected in society's communication. 4. Apply rhetorical skills in areas such as employment, health, immigration, and political change. 5. Analyze communication from public leaders using rhetorical methods. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. SP
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• COMM 4500: Communication and Conflict

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This course examines the nature of interpersonal conflict, how it occurs, and how to manage it. This is very much an applied communication class: it combines lecture, some discussion, and some activities to focus on how you can translate communication research into knowledge and skills that will influence the quality of your relationships now and in the future. This course introduces students to the basic principles of effective communication and conflict interaction. In order for this course to be of value to you and your classmates, you need to read the assigned readings, regularly attend lectures, and participate actively in the course. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe fundamental human conflict theories and concepts. 2. Demonstrate confidence in utilizing interpersonal conflict negotiating skills. 3. Identify types of conflict and appropriate methods of dealing with conflicts. 4. Demonstrate conflict resolutions skills. 5. Apply interpersonal conflict resolution skills across various cultural settings. Prerequisites: COMM 2110 or instructor approval. FA, SP
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• COMM 4860: Mediation Practicum

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Course provides students with interviewing and counseling, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration skills via in an observed mediation setting. Students will be involved in observing real-life mediation and participating in co-mediation and/or solo mediation settings. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Critique 10 hours of various dispute resolution processes, including interviewing and counseling, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. 2. Design a plan of co-mediation and/or solo mediation for 10 hours of various dispute resolution processes, including interviewing and counseling, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. 3. Select and report on the most commonly practiced dispute resolution processes, including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. 4. Name and build on fundamental theories and concepts of conflict and conflict resolution. Prerequisites: COMM 1270 (Grade C- or higher) and COMM 3340 (Grade C- or higher can be concurrently enrolled) and COMM 3360 (Grade C- or higher can be concurrently enrolled); or Instructor Permission.
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• COMM 4890R: Directed Study

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For Communication Studies majors with advanced standing who wish to pursue a specific focus of study related to their degree emphasis and/or research interest not otherwise available in the current Communication Studies curriculum. Students and faculty work closely to design and set successful completion goals for the course, which is dependent upon a formal contractual arrangement with the faculty member that is submitted at the beginning of the semester in which coursework is undertaken. The proposed course is contingent upon the department chair's approval. Students are required meet the college requirement of 45 hours of work per credit. Variable credit 1.0 - 3.0. Repeatable up to 9 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Produce scholarly activity under the tutelage and mentorship of a faculty member. 2. Apply concepts and theories of a specific communication area of inquiry to actual research and data analysis. 3. Compose a deliverable that properly evaluates, critiques, and/or engages with and existing area of communication research. 4. Examine knowledge related to communication in at least one niche area, and reflect that knowledge as it relates to a real world scenarios. Prerequisites: Communication major, and Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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• COMM 4900R: Communication Internship

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for all Communication Studies and Media Studies majors. Designed to integrate students into professional communication environments to increase competencies and initiate networking. Potential environments include broadcast and feature motion picture production, corporate and business communication, public relations, journalism, etc. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine best practices of professionals in a work-related environment. 2. Identify with individuals from numerous cultures and backgrounds in order to understand unique experiences that diverse work cultures face. 3. Produce a summary of experiences learned throughout the semester in a formal, written report and/or presentation. 4. Apply communication theory in the workplace and develop a better understanding of how and when theory does (and does not) work in a real world setting. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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• COMM 4980: Senior Seminar

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for all Communication Studies & Media Studies majors. Students complete a culminating scholarly project (research, production, etc.) that allows students to demonstrate competency in, and application of, communication knowledge and skills. Through the Capstone Project (final project) students will demonstrate the achievement of the Communication Department Learning Objectives. Students will work with an instructor to complete appropriate documentation of the project. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe quantitative, qualitative, and rhetorical research methods used in communication studies. 2. Explain connections between Synthesize communication theories theory and research in oral written and written formats. 3. Formulate research methods and concepts in oral and written formats.4. Create quantitative, qualitative, and/or rhetorical research designs and apply appropriate associated methods in an ethical manner to a student research initiative.5. Evaluate communication theory and critique research designs, methods, and writings found in scholarly and popular sources. Prerequisites: COMM 3020 or 4450 (Grade C or higher) AND Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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• COMP 1100: Beginning Computer & Internet Operations

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For students who need a foundation in the basic operations of a personal computer in a hands-on course, including the basics of computer hardware and software, the Windows operating system, computer concepts, Internet basics, Web browsers, email, and accessories programs. Course is self-paced with deadlines. Inclusive Access Course Material fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Basics of Windows 10, OneNote, Microsoft Office, Outlook and File Management. FA, SP, SU
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• COMP 1310: Microsoft Word Fundamentals

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For students who have a foundation in the basic operations of a personal computer and want a basic skills using word processors to prepare, edit, and manipulate text. Includes creating, saving, and printing documents; formatting characters, lines, and pages; file management; fonts; spelling, grammar, and thesaurus writing tools; inserting graphic images; and table basics. Self-paced (with deadlines), hands-on course. COMP 1100 or equivalent skill is a recommended prerequisite. Inclusive Access Course Material fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Modify word documents include themes, styles, various formatting features, headers and footers, footnotes, column and page breaks, inserting tables, clipart or pictures, and spell check/thesaurus features. FA, SP, SU
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