Introduction to Interactive Communication

Students will study basic transactional communication and listening theory as it applies to the front-line workplace. They will learn how to determine message detail and establish purpose(s) by analyzing context and audience in order to solve communication problems common to small group environments.

Prerequisites: (LPI 21 and EU #4) (English 11 or Com 11 or ABEE 0081 or PSPE 1081 or ENGP 1081 or ENGL 1099 or ENGQ 1099) or ELST 0381 B-)

Introduction to Business and Technical Writing

Students will be introduced to the interactive relationship between context, message, audience, and purpose in workplace writing. They will learn basic strategies and current conventions for correspondence and short reports, research and documentation, integration of visual elements, and correct language usage.

Prerequisites: English 12 or TPC 12 or COM 12 or ABEE 0091 (C-) or PSPE 1091 or ENGP 1091 (C-) or ABEE 0097 (C-) or PSPE 1097 or ENGP 1097 (C-) or ENGL 1099 (C-) or ENGQ 1099 (C-) or ELST 0381 (B-) or LPI 26 or Kwantlen English Assessment Test placement

Applied Oral Communications

Students will study the theories, principles and applications of oral communications, and apply these theories and principles to design, develop and deliver effective oral presentations for a variety of contexts.

Prerequisites: English 12 or TPC 12 or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or ENGP 1091 or LPI 26 or ELST 0381 and 0386 with a B) or ENGL 1099 or ENGQ 1099 or CMNS 1110 or 1105 or Kwantlen English Assessment Test Placement

Introduction to Communication Studies

Students will learn accepted theories of communication, including theories of interpersonal and public speech, literacy, print, and electronic media communication (radio, television, internet). Students will critically examine communication theories as applied to practical issues in the community and in the workplace while conducting individual and group research projects.

Prerequisites: (LPI 24 plus EU#6+) or TPC12 (C+) or ENGL 12 (C+) or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or ENGP 1091 or CMNS 1110 or ENGL 1099 or CMNS 1105 or Kwantlen English Placement Test or ABEE 0097 or PSPE 1097 or ENGP 1091 or [ELST 0381 (B) and 0383 (B)]

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Introduction to Professional Communication

Students will learn how to analyze context and audience, determine purpose, message content, visual design and media in order to create written workplace messages that can be received, understood, used and retrieved with speed and accuracy.

Prerequisites (LPI 26) or TPC12 (C+) or ENGL 12 (C+) or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or CMNS 1110 or ENGL 1099 or CMNS 1105 or Kwantlen English Placement Test or ABEE 0097 or PSPE 1097 or [ELST 0381 (B) and 0383 (B)]

Transferable (refer to transfer guide) and qualifies for "W" status at SFU
 

Communications and Teamwork

Students will learn how to communicate successfully in small groups: to participate effectively, to collaborate successfully, to build relationships and teams, to determine and support collective goals, and to plan, track and manage projects. They will engage in group activities that emphasize communication skills and enhance interpersonal and creative problem solving skills.

Prerequisites: English 12 (C) or TPC 12 (C) or ABEE 0091 (C) or PSPE 1091 or ENGP 1091(C) or LPI 26 or (ELST 0381 & 0383 with a B-) or Kwantlen English Assessment Test placement

Intercultural Communication

Students will develop an understanding of communication and culture; learn to appreciate cultural diversity and the ways in which cultural differences affect communication, and gain and awareness of the importance of intercultural competence. They will study basic principles and skills for improving communication between persons from different cultural backgrounds.

Prerequisites: ENGL 12 (C+) or ABEE 0091 or ENGP 1091 or PSPE 1091 or ENGL 1099 or Kwantlen English Placement Test or ABEE 0097 or PSPE 1097 or ENGP 1097 or an LPI Essay score of 30-Level 5 or [ELST 0381 (B) and 0383 (B)]

Professional Communications I

Students will learn how to analyze context and audience, determine purpose, message content, visual design and media in order to create workplace messages that can be received, understood, used and retrieved with speed and accuracy.  They will also learn core elements of oral presentations, group critiques and teamwork.

Technical Report Writing

Students will learn written and oral communication skills required by behavioural science professionals to develop, manage, and communicate complex information in their professional practice. They will learn the principles, theories, and techniques required for designing, developing, and communicating proposals, reports, and project plans, and will apply them to written and oral projects integrated within a project management framework throughout the course.

Prerequisites: ENGL 1100 and 3 credits of any 1200 level ENGL course