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COMM 10 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (5) or COMM 10H Fundamentals of Oral
Communication - HONORS (5) COMM 15 Critical Decision-Making in Groups (5)
or COMM 15H Critical Decision-Making in Groups - HONORS (5)
COMM 16* Interpersonal Communication (5)
or COMM 16H*Interpersonal Communication - HONORS (5)
COMM 70* Effective Organizational Communication (5) or COMM 70H*Effective Organizational
Communication - HONORS (5) COMM 77 series COMM 77W, 77X, 77Y, 77Z Special Individual Projects in
Communication Studies (1-4) COMM 78 series COMM 78W, 78X, 78Y, 78Z
Complete one course: 5
JOUR 2
Special Topics in Communication Studies (1-4) Media and Its Impact on Society (4)
Total Units Required .............................. 19-20
Complete five courses: 23
COMM 7 Intercultural Communication (4)
also listed as ICS 7
or COMM 7H Intercultural Communication - HONORS (4)
also listed as ICS 7H
COMM 15 Critical Decision-Making in Groups (5) or COMM 15H Critical Decision-Making in
Groups - HONORS (5)
COMM 16* Interpersonal Communication (5)
or COMM 16H*Interpersonal Communication - HONORS (5) COMM 70* Effective Organizational Communication (5)
or COMM 70H*Effective Organizational Communication - HONORS (5)
JOUR 2 Media and Its Impact on Society (4)
Specialty Area Coursework: 12
*High-demand courses with limited quarterly offerings. Students should plan accordingly to ensure timely program completion.
Note: Up to four units from COMM 77 and 78 series courses may apply.
*High-demand courses with limited quarterly offerings. Students should plan accordingly to ensure timely program completion.
Communication Studies
A.A. Degree
De Anza’s A.A. degree in Communication Studies provides
a foundational understanding of the discipline and a breadth of coursework that can transfer toward a bachelor's degree
in Communication Studies. Students develop knowledge
and skills in expressing ideas verbally and non-verbally;
learn to interpret, advocate and critically debate ideas; work productively in teams and groups; examine the role of culture in communication; and demonstrate the communication skills necessary to engage in personal, professional, civic and social relationships.
In addition to core coursework, students are required to declare a specialty area that allows them to make interdisciplinary connections and explore specific areas of interest. Contact
a full-time Communication Studies instructor to create a specialty area of study (minimum 12 units) at least two quarters prior to completing your course of study. Your specialty area description with signed approval from the Communication Studies Department must accompany your application for the A.A. degree.
Major GE Electives
Communication Studies 45 General Education (32-43 units)
Elective courses required when major
units plus GE units total is less than 90
Total Units Required ....................................90
COMM 8
or COMM 8H
COMM 9*
or COMM 9H*
Argumentation and Critical Inquiry in Oral Communication (5) Argumentation and Critical Inquiry in Oral Communication - HONORS (5) Argumentation: Analysis of Oral and Written Communication (5) Argumentation: Analysis of Oral and Written Communication - HONORS (5)
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, students will be able to
• Design and relate messages clearly and confidently
• Use a range of speaking, listening and collaboration skills • Think and engage critically in a wide range of discourse
• Use communication for academic and career advancement
1. Meet the A.A./A.S. degree requirements. 2. Complete the following.
Complete one course:
COMM 1 Public Speaking (5)
or COMM 1H Public Speaking - HONORS (5)
COMM 10 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (5) or COMM 10H Fundamentals of Oral
Communication - HONORS (5)
5
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Computer Science
Associate in Science in
Computer Science for Transfer
A.S.-T. Degree
The Computer Science major consists of courses appropriate for an Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer degree, which provides a foundational understanding of
the discipline, a breadth of coursework in the discipline and preparation for transfer to any CSU that accepts the Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC). It is a starting point for students
who are preparing for careers in software engineering,
network administration and data base management, where scientific and technical skills are in great demand. It also provides a foundation for majors in physical science, math and engineering. The Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete
a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or an approved similar major) at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to
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