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C-ID: COMM 160 B.

Formerly SPEECH 22.

This class provides the training, rehearsal, and performance practice to develop speech and debate skills necessary to participate on a competitive collegiate speech and debate team. Students will have the option to choose areas of interest and to compete on the SMC Speech and Debate Team.

C-ID: COMM 180.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the major theoretical approaches to, applications of, and issues in Communication Studies. Examining and analyzing theories from the various areas of the field, such as interpersonal, group, organizational, rhetorical, intercultural, mass, and health communication, students will apply communication theories and concepts to everyday communication phenomena.

IGETC Area 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the tenets and methods of social science research in general, and communication research in particular. The course provides an overview of both quantitative and qualitative research methods. Particular attention is given to experimental design, survey research, content analysis, and field research. The goal of this course is to prepare students for reading empirical research reports as well as prepare them for upper division research.

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: English 2 and Admission to the SMC baccalaureate degree program.

In this course students discuss and apply organizational communication theories with an emphasis on small group dynamics, particularly in diverse workplace environments. Students will investigate numerous theories about organizational communication and case studies to explore the experiences of diverse groups in different workplace environments in history and in contemporary society. Students will identify the problems that diverse groups may face in organizational settings and design programmatic solutions to such problems. The readings and course materials will be used to enhance students’ intercultural awareness and understanding of organizational communication theory in practice.

This course is open only to students who have been admitted to SMC’s Bachelor of Science program in Interaction Design. See ixd.smc.edu for more information.

C-ID: COMM 130.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Formerly SPEECH 5.

Techniques for effective interpersonal communication are studied with emphasis on developing awareness of one’s own actions and their impact on relationships. Verbal and nonverbal communication styles are analyzed and practiced in one-to-one and small group situations. Lecture, discussion, and class participation are utilized to demonstrate a variety of skills including listening conflict resolution, and the effective use of language in personal and professional interactions. In addition, exercises in body language, role playing, and self-disclosure and positive/negative thinking help students understand the power of the communication process.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

Exploring the role, influence, effects, and significance of gender on our everyday communication interactions, this course critically analyzes issues of gender and communication by examining the theoretical perspectives used to explain gender phenomena, gender socialization, and male and female interactions and stereotypes. With an emphasis on improving communication skills, we will explore the relationship between gender and communication as it pertains to the nature of gender(s), the language of gender, and gender differences in verbal and nonverbal communication.

C-ID: COMM 150.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly SPEECH 7.

This course focuses on the identification and analysis of processes and challenges of communication as affected by different cultures, especially as it affects communication among the various cultures found within the United States (e.g. African American, Asian American, Latino/a, Middle Eastern, Native American, European American and Gay/Lesbian cultures) and among the various cultures throughout the world. The course focuses on the principles of communication theory as they apply to the intercultural setting with an emphasis on the effects of differences in beliefs, values, attitudes, socio-political organization, role expectations, language and nonverbal behavior, etc. — all of which are interrelated.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

This course explores critical and intercultural theories and research related to Latina/o/x communication patterns, processes, media, and performance in different historical, contemporary, and political contexts. Additionally, the course explores how Latina/o/x communication is influenced by different processes, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, religion, spirituality, national origin, immigration status, ability, tribal citizenship, sovereignty, language, and/or age in different Latina/o/x communities. Lastly, the course looks at the historical and contemporary intersections between Latina/o/x communication, cultural identity, and other relevant themes, including technology and media.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

This course is a survey of the discipline of communication studies that emphasizes the history, interest areas, major theories, and contemporary and emerging issues in the field. This course will specifically cover public speaking, interpersonal, group, intercultural, mass and other emerging areas in the study of communication.

This course provides essential theory carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the written Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, and/or Nail Care State Board Examinations. Basic concepts of bacteriology, sanitation, health and safety, and physiology pertaining to the head, face, hands and arms, are included in this course.

This course provides essential theory carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the written Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, and/or Nail Care State Board Examinations. Concepts of the State Board of Cosmetology Act and Regulations will be included as well as health and safety.

This is the first hair cutting class required for all students who wish to be licensed for Barbering, Cosmetology or Hair Stylist by the State of California. This course is designed to teach beginning students how to effectively and properly describe and demonstrate the basic techniques of hair cutting to create a variety of hair designs which will include a 0-elevation-one-length hair cut, a face framing haircut, a 180 degree long layered hair cut and a 90 degree hair cut and how to properly setup and maintain a Sanitary Maintenance Area necessary for all tools used.

This is the first hairstyling class required for all entering students who wish to be licensed for Barbering, Cosmetology, and/or Hairstylist by the State of California. The theoretical and practical components of this course include instructions on wet and thermal hairstyling. The students will learn the basics of hairstyling including the techniques of thermal, rollers, pin curls, and finger waving. Students will be able to describe and demonstrate the basic fundamentals of historical hairstyling in accordance to the State Board of Barbering and/or Cosmetology.

This is the first hair coloring class required for all entering students who wish to be licensed for Barbering and/or Cosmetology by the State Board of California. This course is an introduction to the theoretical, practical principles, and practice of hair coloring techniques, safety, chemistry as it relates to hair coloring and proper use of tools. Students will learn how to apply a patch test, strand test, temporary, semi-permanent, demi permanent, permanent hair coloring, virgin tint, hair retouch, frosting, and weaving techniques.

This permanent wave class is required all entering students who wish to be licensed for Barbering and/or Cosmetology by the state of California. This course is designed to educate the students on permanent waving techniques and applications. It will provide a complete foundation for all permanent wave procedures. This class will enable the students to pass the California State Board of Barbering and/or Cosmetology exam.

Formerly COSM 14A.

This is the first curly hair technique class required for all students who wish to be licensed for Barbering and/or Cosmetology by the State of California. This course is an introduction to curly hair care. Students will learn thermal hair straightening techniques using the basic manipulative skills and proper application of thermal hair processing on curly and excessively curly hair.

This is the first Nail Care class required for all entering students who wish to be licensed for Barbering, Cosmetology, and/or Nail Care by the State of California. This course provides an introduction to the basic manipulations skills in manicuring and pedicuring. The course includes the basic concepts of physiology pertaining to the hand and arm. This course is one of four in a series necessary to qualify a student to take the state Board of Barbering, Cosmetology, and/or Nail Care exam.

This is the first skincare/esthetician class required for all entering students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology and/or Esthetics in the State of California. This course is an introduction to the theory, practical principles, and practice of esthetics (skincare). The course’s theoretical and practical components include health and safety concerns, sanitary practices, and safe use of tools and equipment. An introduction of the basic concepts of anatomy and chemistry related to the skin care profession, facial manipulations, masks, packs, client consultation, skin analysis, conditions, disease, and an introduction to basic eyebrow arching are included.