Apr 16, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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TC 452 - Interpersonal Communication

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop competencies in the areas of interpersonal communication in both the public and personal arenas. Assignments focus on the design and process of engaging with verbal and non-verbal messages in both personal and professional contexts. Other areas of skill development covered include active listening, perception checking, development and maintenance of interpersonal relationships, interpersonal conflict, and awareness of the intercultural and international aspects of interpersonal communication. (prereq: GS 1001  or GS 1010H , GS 1002  or GS 1020H , and GS 1003  or GS 1030H )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Communicate messages effectively
  • Explain the role of nonverbal messages in communication 
  • Practice active listening techniques
  • Practice leadership skills 
  • Identify stages of interpersonal relationships
  • Identify sources of interpersonal conflict.
  • Recall theories of power and influence

Prerequisites by Topic
  • Foundations of communication

Course Topics
  • Foundations of interpersonal communication
  • Perception of the self and others 
  • Culture and interpersonal communication
  • Verbal messages
  • Nonverbal messages
  • Listening 
  • Collaboration and creativity in teams
  • Interpersonal relationship 
  • Interpersonal conflict
  • Interpersonal power and influence

Coordinator
Dr. Tammy Rice-Bailey



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