Communication@ricks.edu
Associate in Arts and Sciences with a major in Communicative Disorders (046)
Associate in Arts and Sciences with a major in Broadcasting (042)
Associate in Arts and Sciences with a major in Journalism (045)
Associate in Arts and Sciences with a major in Interpersonal Communication (044)
Layne Dearden, Department Chair
Ronald Bennett, Robyn Bergstrom, Eric Embree, Lee Gifford, Joel Judkins, Ron Weekes, Lane
Williams
Departmental Office (208) 356-2922
The Department of Communication provides opportunities for students to develop skills in human and mass communication with the goal of transferring to a university for further study. Communication education at Ricks College is enhanced by a 75,000 watt FM radio station located on campus, a 100 watt FM radio station which is fully student staffed and operated, a weekly newspaper, a speech and hearing clinic, and opportunities to participate in forensics. Both stations are on the air 24 hours per day and have the capability of picking up network feeds via satellite. The Scroll is published weekly and provides a laboratory experience for all Journalism students. In Forensics, Ricks College students have traditionally achieved high ranking in regional and national competition. Students who major in Communicative Disorders have the opportunity to learn to deal with speech, language and hearing problems. Four transfer degrees are available for Communication Majors.
Majors prepare to transfer to a university to continue studies in the techniques needed to assist others in overcoming disabilities in speech, language, and hearing. Every effort is made to provide students with the background needed to transfer to upper division programs. A 3.0 GPA on all college work is required for graduation in this major.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
General Education 9
Comm 202 Disord of Com 3
Elective 2
Total Credits 16
Second Semester
Religion 2
General Education 9
Comm 203 Phonetics 3
Major 2
Total Credit 16
Third Semester
Religion 2
General Education 8
Major 3
Comm 220 Interpersonal 3
Total Credits 16
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
General Education 3
Comm 205 Clinic Prep 2
Major 7
Elective 2
Total Credit 16
As you fill the GE requirements you should include:
Psych 111 Gen Psychology 3
Faml 210 Child Develop 3
Ph 167 Acoustics 3
BS 264 Anat Phys I 4
BS 265 Anat & Phys II 4
Courses for Majors
Major Course: You must take Math 110 College Algebra, but it may be taken any semester that you desire. Also it is recommended that you take Sign 101 and 102.
Electives: Your choice of courses.
The broadcasting major trains students for careers in radio and television broadcasting.
Opportunities are provided for work on the 100 watt campus student operated FM radio station which broadcasts an L.D.S. contemporary format, and the 75,000 watt FM station with a classical format. In addition, video facilities for TV production and news training are provided.
The program provides the course work for an Associate Degree, leading to transfer to a four year college or university and the skills needed for an entry job in the professional field.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
General Education 9
Comm 100 Analysis Comm 3
Comm 256 Aud Production 2
Total Credits 16
Second Semester
Religion 2
General Education 7
Comm 110 Intro Mass Com 3
Comm 211 Writ for the Mass Media OR Comm 216 (Intro to Med Sls) 3
*Comm 265R Radio Sta Oper 1
Total Credit 16
Third Semester
Religion 2
General Education 10
Comm 259 Beginning TV Prod 3
*Comm 265R Radio Sta Oper 1
Total Credits 16
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
General Education 8
*Comm 267R TV Station Oper 1
Elective 5
Total Credit 16
Courses for Majors
*Radio majors take 265R Radio Station Oper 2nd and 3rd semesters.
*TV majors take 265R Radio Station Oper 2nd semester.
* TV majors take 267R TV Station Oper. 4th semester.
The following Electives are recommended:
Comm 102 Public Speaking OR Comm 220 Interp Comm
TA 117 Intro to Film Art
PhS 137 Weather and Climate or PhS 167 Descriptive Acoustics
Geog 120 Geog and World Affairs
Students must demonstrate or acquire acceptable computer literacy.
Journalism students are involved in preparatory work and laboratory training leading to journalism-related careers in newspapers, magazines, public relations, etc. Broad exposure to writing, editing, interviewing, graphic layout, production and business management and sales are offered. The Scroll is edited and published weekly by journalism students under the direction of their faculty advisor.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
General Education 7
Comm 100 Analysis Comm 3
Comm 211 Writ for the Mass Media 3
Comm 213R Campus News OR Comm 210R Yearbook 1
Total Credit 16
Second Semester
Religion 2
General Education 8
Comm 212 Editing & Prod 3
Comm 213R Campus News OR Comm 210R Yearbook 1
Electives 2
Total Credit 16
Third Semester
Religion 2
General Education 7
Comm 110 Intro Mass Com 3
Comm 213R Campus News OR Comm 210R Yearbook 1
Major 3
Total Credits 16
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
General Education 10
Comm 213R Campus News OR Comm 210R Yearbook 1
Electives 3
Total Credits 16
Courses for Majors
Majors courses: You must take either Comm 215 Photojournalism OR 3Comm 216 Intro Media Sales 3
Electives: Your choice of courses.
Note: Comm 213R and Comm 210R are both repeatable.
Interpersonal communication skills are essential, not only to the most intimate personal and family relationships, but to the ability to succeed in any career. Current employment practices in industry indicate a preference for those with formal education in interpersonal communicative skills, not only because these individuals have technical expertise in personnel development and administration, but because they are highly “trainable”. All students are encouraged to include interpersonal communication courses as electives; however, the department offers the above major for students who plan to transfer to a university.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
General Education 6
Comm 100 Analysis Comm 3
Comm 220 Interpersonal 3
Electives 2
Total Credit 16
Second Semester
Religion 2
General Education 8
Comm 250 Org Comm 3
Electives 3
Total Credit 16
Third Semester
Religion 2
General Education 6
Comm 110 Intro Mass Com 3
Comm 240 Small Grp Comm 3
Electives 2
Total Credits 16
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
General Education 9
Electives 5
Total Credits 16
Comm 100 Analysis of Communication 3
Three hours per week
Examines basic theory and elements of communication. Surveys language, interpersonal,
interpersonal, small group, public, intercultural and mass communication. Should be the
first class in communication sequence for majors.
Comm 101 Self-Concept in Communication 1
Two hours per week for one-half semester
1) The factors that influence self-concept. 2) The effect of self-concept on
communication. 3) Experiences that encourage the development of a positive self-concept.
Comm 102* Public Speaking 3
Three hours per week Improving public speaking skills and verbal ability, self-confidence,
message structure, and audience adaptation.
*Gives General Education credit in the Basic Skill Option Area
Comm 103 Communicative Listening 1
Two hours per week for one-half semester An analysis of each student’s listening
proficiency and a planned program of improvement.
Comm 105 Speech and Hearing Therapy 1
Two 1/2 hour private therapy sessions per week
Private Lesson Fee: $50
May be repeated for credit
Personal treatment for students having problems with stuttering, voice, articulation,
hearing, etc.
Comm 110 Introduction to Mass Communication 3
Three hours per week
Surveys the media of mass communication, its functions and effects in society.
Comm 202 Introduction to Disorders of Communication 3
Three hours per week
Communication disorders and the need, nature and development of programs to correct them.
Comm 203 Phonetics: Theory and Application 3
Three hours per week Phonetic nomenclature, phonetic modes of thought and phonetic
symbols. (Winter)
Comm 205 Clinical Preparation in Communicative Disorders 2
Prerequisite: Comm 202, 203
Two hours per week
For majors only
Preparation for a clinical experience in Communicative Disorders. (Winter)
Comm 210R Yearbook 1
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Send resume and/or letter from high school advisor. Photographers apply in same manner.
Need camera with two lenses and darkroom experience.
Four hours per week
May be repeated for credit
Supervised practice in planning and producing the student yearbook.
Comm 211 Writing For the Mass Media 3
Prerequisite: Non-communication majors should consult with instructor before registering
for course
Two class hours plus one lab hour per week
Computer Supplies Fee: $5
Examination of the mass audience, news values, practices and ethics of writing
professionals, and broad training in writing structures and style for the mass media.
Comm 212 Editing and Production 3
Prerequisite: Comm 211
Two class hours per week plus one lab hour per week
Computer Supplies Fee: $5
Training in newspaper copy editing, headline and caption writing, photo editing and
sizing, graphic design and production.
Comm 213R Campus Newspaper 1
Two hours per week
May be repeated for credit
Supervised work on the campus newspaper in the area of writing, editing, photography,
design and production, advertising sales and newspaper management.
Comm 215 Photojournalism 3
Three hours per week
Supplies Fee: $45 students must supply their own cameras
Key Deposit: $5
Examines functions of pictures in the print media, how to maximize their effectiveness and
provides experience in picture taking and in darkroom procedures. (Fall)
Comm 216 Introduction to Media Sales 3
Theory and practice of selling, servicing accounts, writing and producing print and
broadcast advertising. (Winter)
Comm 220* Interpersonal Communication 3
Three hours per week
Explores the many facets of the interpersonal process with emphasis on improving
relational skills. Designed especially for the student who will only take one
communication course.
*Gives General Education credit in the Basic Skill Option Area
Comm 240 Small Group Communication 3
Prerequisite: Comm 220
Three class hours per week
How to organize, lead, participate in, and evaluate small group discussions, conferences,
and meetings.
Comm 250 Organizational Communication 3
Three hours per week
Analyzing communication in organizations with application of techniques that enhance
understanding.
Comm 256 Audio Production Techniques 2
One hour instruction and two hours lab per week
Instruction in audio productions recording and sound reinforcement.
Comm 259 Beginning Television Production 3
Prerequisite: Comm 256
Two class hours and two lab hours per week
The study and practice of television production techniques, with special emphasis on news
and commercial material. Involves operation of equipment as well as performance
opportunities.
Comm 265R Radio Station Operation 1
Radio Section Prerequisite: Comm 256 or consent of instructor
Two hour staff meeting with on and off-air assignments each week on KWBH-FM.
May be repeated for credit.
Required for majors.
Comm 266R FM Radio Station Operation .5-2
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Two hour staff meeting with on and off-air assignments each week on KRIC
Comm 267R TV Station Operation 1
Prerequisite: Comm 259 or Consent of instructor
Creation of advanced video productions.
May be repeated for credit.
Comm 271R Forensics 1
Competitive Speech and Debate Team
Four hours lab per week
Anyone is eligible to participate with consent of instructor.
Comm 298 Internship (Broadcast) 2
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
To be arranged
On-the-job training to be arranged through and monitored by instructor.
Comm 299 Internship (Journalism) 1-2
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
To be arranged
On-the-job training or other projects to be arranged through and monitored by instructor.
SIGN 101 American Sign Language I 3
Beginning course in the study of American Sign Language. Students will develop a basic
conversational level in the language. Course will also include a general overview of the
Deaf culture and current issues of interest of the Deaf community.
SIGN 102 American Sign Language II 3
Continuation of SIGN 101. Increasing conversational skills and knowledge of the culture of
the Deaf.
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