Communications - A.S.

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(CIP 09.0702)

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Purpose: The degree is designed to meet the needs of students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.

Program Requirements: Upon satisfactory completion of this curriculum, the student will be awarded the Associate of Science Degree with a major in Communication

First Year

First Semester

Select 3 Course Credits from American History Core Curriculum ⁺
COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communication 3 Course Credits +
COMM 2311 - Media Writing 3 Course Credits
Select 3 Course Credits from Component Area Options - Group 2 Core Curriculum ⁺
ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 Course Credits ⁺

Semester Credits: 15

Second Semester

COMM 1318 - Photography I 3 Course Credits
COMM 1336 - Video Production I 3 Course Credits
ENGL 1302 - Composition II 3 Course Credits ⁺
MATH 1332 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 Course Credits ⁺
Select 3 Course Credits from Social & Behavioral Sciences Core Curriculum ⁺

Semester Credits: 15

Third Semester

GOVT 2305 - Federal Government 3 Course Credits ⁺
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking 3 Course Credits ⁺

Semester Credits: 6

Second Year

First Semester

COMM 2303 - Audio Production 3 Course Credits ⁺
COMM 2366 - Film Appreciation 3 Course Credits *
GOVT 2306 - Texas Government 3 Course Credits ⁺
Select 3 Course Credits from Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3

Semester Credits: 12

Second Semester

Select 3 Course Credits from American History Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3
COMM 2302 - Principles of Journalism 3 Course Credits
COMM 2305 - Editing & Layout 3 Course Credits
Select 3 Course Credits from Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3

Semester Credits: 12

Total Minimum Credits Required for Communication Degree: 60

⁺ Denotes core requirement. Speak with Department Chair or Pathways Advisor for proper course selection.

* Capstone Course