Degrees and Requirements
Communication, Media and Technology Minor
To fulfill the Communication, Media and Technology Minor, 18 credits are required.
Minor must be completed within the student's graduation timeline. Two academic years are estimated for minor completion due to course rotation and prerequisites.
Summary of Requirements
Minor Electives: must take at least 6 credits of the following
CMET2001COMMUNICATION IN ORGANIZATIONS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides an overview of the interaction of structure, culture, technology, and communication in organizations. Classes will focus on case studies of the structures and culture of new technology organizations and the dynamic encountered when new technology meets old economy culture. Within this course the student will also practice specific communication skills such as preparation for job interviews, performance appraisals, professional presentations, and negotiation.
CMET2003COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CULTURES
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course begins with a focus study on communication factors which affect any cross-cultural interpersonal interaction. The students then survey specific differences between U.S. cultural customs and other of countries. Finally, the role of the media in intercultural relations is discussed.
CMET4001LEGAL ISSUES OF MEDIA AND
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course will examine the of laws and rules affecting various types of mass communication industries in the United States, i.e., broadcasting, cable communication, the Internet, advertising and journalism. The roles of the public, political leaders, research groups, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the First Amendment and the Supreme Court will be examined.
Minor Required Courses: 12 credits
CMET1001HUMAN COMMUNICATION
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
In this course the student examines human, verbal, non-verbal and visual communication. Through an interactive classroom the student will combine the theory and definitions of the text with their experience to clarify and understand the concepts that make up human communication. In the classroom, writing, making presentations, working in groups, solving problems and applying creativity to the concepts of communication will be some of the ways the students learn and reinforce the subject matter. Written papers, research and computer-mediated-communication further reinforce the concepts of the course and serve as a means of evaluation of the student's understanding and absorption of the material.
CMET1002MASS MEDIA AND DIGITAL
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
PREREQUISITE: CMET1001 The subject matter of this course is the history and development of mass communication. The course will include examining the origin, economics, technology, mode of communication, communication effectiveness, social role and future of a variety of communication media including: newspapers, magazines, books, radio, television, film and computer-mediated-communication.
PREREQUISITES:
CMET1001 or SLSO1008
CMET2005COMMUNICATION THEORY, RESEARCH
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
PREREQUISITE: CMET1001 This course is an introduction to the application of theory and research to mass communication including Internet communication. In addition, the course provides a starting point for students in understanding and creating a critical perspective on mass communication through the lens of specific theoretical perspectives.
PREREQUISITES:
CMET1001 or SLSO1008
CMET3002NEW MEDIA AND DIGITAL
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course deals with the evolution of technology and the use of communications technology for business, entertainment and information. Through readings, discussion, group work and hands-on experience the class examines the social, cultural and economic aspects of communication technology.