This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2003-2004 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version. In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2003 to Aug. 31, 2004.
Note: All course changes and updates are shown in blue.
Applied
Communication
Applied Communication courses have varying levels of prerequisites. All students who intend to enrol in an Applied Communication course at Kwantlen University College must present one of the following prior to registration:
English 12 or Literature 12 at the
appropriate level for the desired course.
Language Proficiency Index (LPI) or
Kwantlen English Placement Test at the
appropriate level for the desired course.
COM 12 or TPC 12 at the appropriate
level for the desired course.
This information will not be used to determine eligibility to enter Kwantlen, but rather to direct students to the courses best suited to their ability. Students with an identified serious weakness in writing will be directed to ENGL 1099 or other appropriate writing courses or to EASL courses.
CMNS 1105 cr-2
Introduction to Interactive Communication
Students will study basic transactional communication and listening theory as it applies to the front-line workplace. They will learn how to determine message detail and establish purpose(s) by analyzing context and audience in order to solve communication problems common to small group environments.
Prerequisites: (LPI 21 and EU #4) (English 11 or Com 11 or ABEE 0081 or PSPE 1081 or ENGL 1099) or ELST 0381 B-)
CMNS 1110 cr-3
Introduction to Business and Technical Writing
Students will be introduced to the interactive relationship between context, message, audience, and purpose in workplace writing. They will learn basic strategies and current conventions for correspondence and short reports, research and documentation, integration of visual elements, and correct language usage.
Prerequisites: English 12 or TPC 12 or COM 12 or ABEE 0091 (C-) or PSPE 1091 (C-) or ABEE 0097 (C-) or PSPE 1097 (C-) or ENGL 1099 (C-) or ELST 0381(B-) or LPI 24 or Kwantlen English Assessment Test placement
CMNS 1120 cr-3
Introduction to Business and Technical Oral Communications
Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of business and technical oral communications. They will apply the analysis of context, message, audience, and purpose in the design, and delivery of presentations and will also learn and practice related written communication skills.
Prerequisites: English 12 or TPC 12 or ABEE 0091 (C-) or PSPE 1091 (C-) or LPI 24 or ELST 0381 and 0383 with a B-) or Kwantlen English Assessment Test placement
Course Revision effective: Sept. 2004
Applied Oral Communications
Students will study the theories, principles and applications of oral communications, and apply these theories and principles to design, develop and deliver effective oral presentations for a variety of contexts.
Prerequisites: English 12 or TPC 12 or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or LPI 26 or ELST 0381 and 0383 with a B) or ENGL 1099 or CMNS 1110 or 1105 or Kwantlen English Assessement Test Placement
CMNS 1140 cr-3
Theory and Application
Students will learn how to analyze context and audience, determine purpose, message content, visual design and media in order to create written and oral workplace messages that can be received, understood, used and retrieved with speed and accuracy.
Prerequisites:(LPI 24 plus EU#6+) or (TPC12 C+) or (ENGL 12 C+) or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or CMNS 1110 or ENGL 1099 or CMNS 1105 or Kwantlen English Placement Test or ABEE 0097 or PSPE 1097
Students will learn written and oral communication skills required by behavioural science professionals to develop, manage, and communicate complex information in their professional practice. They will learn the principles, theories, and techniques required for designing, developing, and communicating proposals, reports, and project plans, and will apply them to written and oral projects integrated within a project management framework throughout the course.
