Communication and Media Studies (COMM)
COMM 0010. Observer Ed Board. (0 Credits)
COMM 1000. Fundamentals of Communication and Media Studies. (3 Credits)
This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamental approaches, theories and perspectives essential for an understanding of mediated communication, the industries that make it possible. Throughout the term we will explore many ways in which our symbolic environment both reflects and shapes life in the 21st century, from interpersonal to international relations, and everything in between.
Attributes: FRSS, MKLA, SSCI.
COMM 1010. Introduction to Communication and Media Studies. (3 Credits)
An introduction to the major approaches, theories and perspectives in the study of Communication and the Media.
Attributes: FRSS, SSCI.
Mutually Exclusive: COMM 1000.
COMM 1999. Tutorial. (1 Credit)
Independent research and readings with supervision from a faculty member.
COMM 3701. Summer Media Internship Seminar. (3 Credits)
In this course, students will explore the development of a life’s work in the context of broader issues in the contemporary media workplace, broadly defined. Through asynchronous discussion, exercises, readings, and reflections, students will examine their own experiences in contemporary internships, exploring such subjects as finding meaning in their work, diversity in the workplace, connecting with mentors and role models, identifying workplace values, and more. As much as possible, this course will cater to the particular needs and professional ideals of the students enrolled. Students must not have previously received course credits for the planned internship.
Attributes: CCMS, CMST, COMC, DTEM, FITV, JOUR, SJOR.
Mutually Exclusive: COMM 4701.
COMM 3800. Internship. (3 Credits)
Supervised placement for students interested in work experience.
COMM 4000. Communication and Media Studies Honors Seminar. (4 Credits)
An invitation-only course for the top students in the majors of the Department of Communication and Media Studies. The course topic will rotate every year, as will the instructor. Offered at both campuses. Counts as an elective towards any CMS major. Four-credit courses that meet for 150 minutes per week require three additional hours of class preparation per week on the part of the student in lieu of an additional hour of formal instruction.
Attributes: CCMS, CCUS, CMST, COMC, DTEM, FITV, JOUR.
COMM 4701. Internship Seminar. (4 Credits)
This course is for juniors and seniors only and will feature intern duty and seminar meetings during which students will analyze their work experience in terms of mass media as a whole. Written projects and selected readings geared to each student's internship will be assigned. Students must not have previously received course credits for the planned internship. Note: Four-credit courses that meet for 150 minutes per week require three additional hours of class preparation per week on the part of the student in lieu of an additional hour of formal instruction.
Attributes: CCMS, CMST, COMC, DTEM, FITV, JOUR, SJOR.
Mutually Exclusive: COMM 3701.
COMM 4999. Tutorial. (4 Credits)
Independent research and readings with supervision from a faculty member.
COMM MTNC. Maintenance-PCOM. (0 Credits)