Any experimental courses offered by COMST can be found at: registrar.iastate.edu/faculty-staff/courses/explistings/
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(3-0) Cr. 3.
An introduction to communication theory, the development and functions of communication, and a survey of verbal, nonverbal, interpersonal, small group, organizational, and intercultural communication.
(1-0) Cr. 1.
Prereq: Communication Studies major
Orientation to Communication Studies discipline, program requirements and career opportunities. Required of communication studies majors.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Introduction to the role of diversity in communication. Developing competent communication with diverse social groups within interpersonal and organizational contexts in the United States. Topics may include structured reflection of one’s role in diverse communication experiences, cultural variations in communication mores, impacts of racial/ethnic/gender identities on communication, workplace policies regarding cultural diversity, the intersection of communication and cultural privilege, communication practices that can reduce prejudice/discrimination, and communication characteristics of advocates for diversity.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Application of major principles related to interpersonal communication theories, concepts, and research. Emphasis on using interpersonal communication skills effectively.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Communication theory and skill development in organizational settings. Emphasis on interpersonal skill development, team and meeting facilitation, informational interviewing, individual and team presentations, and self-assessment.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Exploration of communication theories, principles and methods associated with effective conflict management.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Examination of the major theories related to human communication; with particular emphasis on theories underlying interpersonal, small group, organizational, and intercultural communication.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101; 3 additional credits in COMST
An introduction to evaluating, analyzing, and conducting communication research. Provides and overview of quantitative and qualitative approaches to communication research that are beneficial to learn communication concepts and solve communication issues.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Examines the theories, principles and research on intercultural communication to enhance cultural sensitivity and to recognize, accept, and adapt to cultural diversity. Interactive assignments.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Contemporary relational communication theories, concepts, and research. Examines issues central to communication and its application in interpersonal relationships.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: COMST 101
Investigation of theories, research and principles of leadership communication. Exploration of the contexts in which leadership and communication occurs, with emphasis on the connection between communication and leadership and the dyadic linkage of leader and follower.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Theory and research in organizational communication. Provides strategies for assessing and improving individual and organizational communication effectiveness. Addresses issues such as technology, diversity, work-life negotiation, emotional labor, conflict, socialization, and socially responsible organizations. Explores how organizational meaning is created and sustained through human communication.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Theory and research in small group communication; application to group decision-making and leadership. Includes communication analyses of groups and teams.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Theories and approaches to communication training and development; includes adult learning theory. Emphasis on the design, presentation and assessment of communication skills in organizational contexts.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Approaches to studying nonverbal communication. Foci include topics such as emotion, gestures, gaze, use of space, and parsing intention in social interaction.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Examination of theories and research in persuasive communication, including attitudes and social influence. Emphasis on persuasive communication strategies in everyday social settings that influence changes in attitudes and actions.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: COMST 101
Theories and approaches related to mediated communication in interpersonal and organizational settings. Focus on how new technology impacts human interaction and relationships.
(Dual-listed with COMST 504). (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits.
Prereq: COMST 301; 3 additional courses from the following: COMST 310, COMST 311, COMST 313, COMST 314, COMST 317, COMST 319, COMST 325, COMST 330, COMST 450A, COMST 450B, SP CM 323
Capstone communication studies course. Students develop an original research study linked to the study of communication. Data are collected and analyzed. Results are presented in a final research paper and a presentation.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Research and theory related to special topics and issues in communication studies.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered irregularly.Alt. S., offered irregularly.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Research and theory related to special topics and issues in communication studies.
(Dual-listed with COMST 550B). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Examines research, theories, and concepts relevant to health communication. Topics include studying the interpersonal, organizational, and mediated communication occurring in health care and public health settings, and understanding why effective communication contributes to positive health outcomes.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: 9 credits in COMST; Junior classification; Permission of Instructor
Application must be submitted for approval the semester prior to the independent study.
Cr. arr. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: COMST 203; COMST 301; Permission of Instructor
Providing research assistance on projects conducted by Communication Studies faculty.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: COMST 203; COMST 301; 1 additional 300-level COMST course; Junior classification; Department Permission
100 hours of on-site professional work per credit hour plus completion of the academic requirement set by the internship committee. Application should be submitted in the term prior to the term in which the internship will be served. Internship cannot be used to meet degree requirement in Communication Studies.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
(Dual-listed with COMST 404). (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits.
Prereq: COMST 301; 3 additional courses from the following: COMST 310, COMST 311, COMST 313, COMST 314, COMST 317, COMST 319, COMST 325, COMST 330, COMST 450A, COMST 450B, SP CM 323
Capstone communication studies course. Students develop an original research study linked to the study of communication. Data are collected and analyzed. Results are presented in a final research paper and a presentation.
(Dual-listed with COMST 450B). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Examines research, theories, and concepts relevant to health communication. Topics include studying the interpersonal, organizational, and mediated communication occurring in health care and public health settings, and understanding why effective communication contributes to positive health outcomes.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Application must be submitted for approval the semester prior to the independent study.