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* A college level composition course is a prerequisite to
most communication courses.

CA 100 Elements of Speech 3 cr.
Introduces the speech communication process, both theory and practice. Primary goals are to increase confidence and reduce anxieties about public speaking.

CA 152, 252, 352, 452 Study Tours 1-6 cr.

CA 171, 271, 371, 471 Workshops 1-3 cr.

CA 191, 192, 193, 194 Selected Topics 1-3 cr.

CA 201 Interpersonal Communication 3 cr.
Studies interpersonal levels of communication and their applications. Skills developed and topics explored include verbal and non-verbal effectiveness; selfdisclosure and assertiveness; active and empathic listening; and a variety of dyadic transactions.

CA 209 Black and White Photography I 3 cr.
An introduction to the basic elements of black and white photography. Fundamental camera and darkroom techniques are studied. Emphasis on photography as an interpretive and illustrative medium in art, communication, and journalism. Student supplies manual camera and film. Two two-and-one-half hour
lab periods weekly.

CA 212 Oral Interpretation 3 cr.
Also listed as TR 112
Explores basic theory and practice in the art of communicating literature: prose, poetry, and drama. Selection, analysis, and performance are the primary areas of focus.

CA 220 Newswriting 3 cr.
Introductory journalism course providing experience in writing news and feature stories. All students will play an active role in writing or layout for the College newspaper Notre Dame News.*

CA 232 Professional Communications 3 cr.
Study of written and oral communication theory and its importance in accomplishing organizational objectives. Practical exercises will be reviewed to build on basic skill requirements.

CA 250 Mass Communication 3 cr.
An introduction to print and non-print media services including newspapers, magazines, radio, television, film, popular music, and comics. Develops understanding of mass communication through study of the commercial underpinnings of the American mass media system, ethical and social issues shaped and reflected by the media, and consumer uses and roles in a mass communication context.*

CA 261 The Drama and Theater 3 cr.
Study of dramatic literature, acting, stage design, production, and theatrical styles and trends from the classical age of Greece to the middle of the nineteenth
century. Recommended preparation for CA 262.*

CA 262 Modern Drama and Theater 3 cr.
Study of dramatic literature, acting, stage design, production, and theatrical styles and trends from Ibsen to the present. Recommended preparation: CA 261.*

CA 295, 395, 495 Cooperative Education 1-6 cr.

CA 305 Film Studies 3 cr.
Explores film as an art form, treating its language, history, and genres with special emphasis on the roles of those under-represented in the film industry. Many films,
arranged around various themes and styles of directing, are viewed as primary texts in the course. International films are integrated into the course as well.*

CA 309 Acting and Directing 3 cr.
Provides basic laboratory training in techniques of acting and directing through practical exercises with short scenes and plays. Work on voice and movement. Interpretation skills, performance analysis, and the planning and conducting of rehearsals are used to achieve an individual approach to acting and directing.

CA 313 Event/Play Production Apprenticeship 3 cr.
Offers practical experience in event and theatrical production. Includes class work and participation in the stages of an actual event or production. Hands-on activities are required of all students. All aspects of producing are explored, including research, design, promotion, execution, management and evaluation.

CA 323 Writing for the Non-Print Media 3 cr.
Offers practice in professional writing skills needed for careers in advertising, public relations, radio, and television. Prerequisite: CA/EN 220 or Department permission.

CA 324 Writing for Publication 3 cr.
An advanced professional writing course, providing experiences in freelance writing in various genres. All students will play an active role in writing or layout for the College newspaper Notre Dame News. Prerequisite: CA/EN 220 or Department permission.

CA 374 Presentation Techniques 3 cr.
Practice in a variety of public speaking forms serves as focus: advanced work in the extemporaneous mode, as well as an introduction to manuscript, memorized, and impromptu styles. Experiences with special occasion speaking take students beyond the confines of the classroom into settings involving larger spaces, technical considerations, and other challenges.

CA 376 Intercultural Communication 3 cr.
Probes the influence of individuals’ backgrounds on crosscultural experiences. The roles of ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation are explored by examining how verbal and non-verbal messages are generated and interpreted. Practice with specific skills will empower students to become competent intercultural communicators.

CA 380 Organizational Communication 3 cr.
Explores “communication flows” within organizations, examining the impact of computer networks, the internet, e-mail, and fax machines. The course is helpful for those who will be supervisors and leaders within organizations since these roles will be changed by technology.*

CA 391, 392, 393, 394 Selected Topics 1-3 cr.

CA 401 Communication Theory 3 cr.
Surveys the different ways in which communication has been conceptualized, described, and explained. Explores the powers and limitations of various theories
and perspectives.* Junior/senior standing.

CA 403 Public Relations 3 cr.
Studies the historical antecedents and contemporary practice of public relations in America. Special emphasis is placed on day-to-day tasks, skills, and responsibilities of practioners. Opportunity for juniors and seniors to explore specific issues and meet professionals in the multi-faceted field of public relations.* Prerequisite: CA 220 or department permission.

CA 410 Television and Radio 3 cr.
An in-depth analysis of the video and audio industries such as TV and cable networks, AM and FM radio, the music industry, and the developing integration of video and computer networks. Special attention is paid to the role of advertising, the impact of video and audio in popular culture, and ethical dilemmas.* Recommended preparation: CA 220.

CA 491, 492, 493, 494 Independent Study 1-3 cr.
Offers opportunities for junior and senior level students in good academic standing and possessing the necessary skills to pursue a research topic or to develop a project. Closely directed by a faculty member.

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