1010 [CO/M 1010]. Public Speaking. 3. [C3<>O] Beginning public speaking course. Emphasizes message construction, performance and critique in public communication settings. Includes speech preparation, listening, audience analysis, critical thinking, language/nonverbal behavior and various speaking formats. Students are required to complete a minimum of five oral presentations of various types. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

1020. College Communication for the Student. 1. Through the use of academic instruments designed to assist in identifying communication patterns and styles, students recognize the relationship between their own personal communication style and the college experience. Also includes presentations by representatives of various UW departments describing the communicative connection between the student and the department.

1030 [CO/M 1030]. Interpersonal Communication. 3. [C2<>CS] Focuses on interpersonal communication settings or face-to-face interaction. Basic unit of study is, therefore, the dyad. Also includes some work in small group settings. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

1040 [CO/M 1040]. Introduction to Human Communication. 3. [C2<>CS] Introduces theories and research of social and behavioral scientists on communication process. Orients beginning communication students by focusing on concepts and issues central to human communication. (Normally offered fall, spring and summer)

1041. Issues in Human Communication. 1. [(none)<>I]An examination of important, relevant, and timely issues as they relate to the theoretical base of human communication. Prerequisites: concurrent enrollment in COJO 1040.

2060 [CO/M 2060]. Forensics Practicum. 1 (Max. 8). Prerequisite: consent of forensics director. (Offered fall and spring semesters)

2090 [CO/M 2090]. Persuasion. 3. [C2<>(none)] Studies human communication as a change agent. Emphasizes relationships of attitudes to behavior, behavioral research and contemporary theories. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040, or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester)

2100 [CO/M 2100]. Reporting and Newswriting. 3. [W2<>WB] Beginning newswriting. Practices development of news sources, selection and information organization. Variations in types of news. Covers development and trends of journalistic forms. Intensive practice in gathering and writing news. Prerequisite: W1 writing course. (Offered fall and spring semesters)

2110 [CO/M 2110]. Nonverbal Communication. 3. [C2<>CS] Studies influence of nonverbal behavior in communication. Students have opportunities to further their understanding of relationship between verbal and nonverbal communication. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040, or consent of instructor. (Normally offered fall semester)

2120 [CO/M 2120]. Small Group Communication. 3. Presents communication behavior in small group situations: networks, dynamics, leadership roles, member functions and decision-making behavior. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040, or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester of even-numbered years)

2150 [CO/M 2150]. Argumentation. 3. [C1<>CH] Studies argumentation principles. Emphasizes reasoning, evidence, case construction and effective presentation in bringing about belief and conviction. Practical applications by participation in debates on various social and political questions. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040, or consent of instructor. (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)

2170 [CO/M 2170]. Broadcast Writing. 3. [W2<>(none)] Practices techniques of writing, interviewing and delivering news stories for radio and television. Intensive practice in gathering and producing broadcast news. Prerequisites: W1 writing course and COJO 2200. (Offered fall semester)

2200 [CO/M 2200]. Broadcast Production. 3. Introduces fundamental technical and production concepts in radio, television and motion pictures. Emphasizes actual experience with equipment and understanding of its operation. Note: This course is a prerequisite to all production courses. (Normally offered fall and spring semester)

2250 [CO/M 2250]. Communication in Organizations. 3. Studies communication patterns, roles, channels, and their effects within various organizational structures: social, political, professional, industrial, etc. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040 or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

2260 [CO/M 2260]. Interviewing. 3. Practices principles and methods of eliciting and imparting information through interviewing in both private and public situations. Stresses techniques and methods used in employment in professional situations. Prerequisite: COJO 1030 or 1040 or consent of instructor. (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)

2400 [CO/M 2400]. Introduction to Photography. 3. [C3<>CA] Basic course in still photography. Includes laboratory practice in techniques of camera use, composition, processing and use of photographs. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

2470 [CO/M 2470]. History of the Cinema. 3. [C3<>(none)] Studies development of the film as a medium of mass communication. Wide variety of films are seen in the class ranging from the silent era to today.

2480 [CO/M 2480]. Politics and Media. 3. [C2<>(none)] Examines media’s coverage of current events, governmental institutions and electoral campaigns. Discusses effect of media on individuals' opinions and behavior. Identical to POLS 2450. Prerequisite: COJO 1000, 1040 or POLS 1000. (Offered spring semester of odd-numbered years)

3000 [CO/M 3000]. History of American Journalism. 3. Presents history and development of American journalism from colonial times to present, emphasizing 20th century. Prerequisite: COJO 1000. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

3010 [CO/M 3010]. Business and Professional Communication. 3. Studies theories and techniques of professional communication activities including interviewing skills, group processes, and professional presentations; for students who are beyond elementary oral communication level. Students develop oral communication skills through projects and presentations. Prerequisite: COJO 1010 or consent of instructor. (Offered fall and spring semesters)

3040 [CO/M 3040]. Advanced Communication Theory. 3. Considers nature of human communication theories. Analyzes problems in developing communication theory based on current social science methods. Prerequisites: COJO 1040 and 6 additional hours in department. (Offered fall semester)

3070 [CO/M 3070]. Introduction to Communication Research. 3. [M3] Focuses on problems in communication and mass communication research. Specifically  studies and applies language of science, basic concepts of communication, mass communication research, types and limitations of empirical research, as well as measurement procedures and analysis. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 or 1040 and STAT 2070 or 2050. (Offered fall semester and normally offered spring semester)

3100 [CO/M 3100]. Government Reporting. 3. Practices public affairs reporting, emphasizing local and state political organization as foundation for such reporting. Specialized reporting fields. News analysis. Prerequisite: COJO 2100. (Offered fall semester)

3160 [CO/M 3160]. Theory of Language and Society. 3. [W3<>(none)] Considers contributions to communication theory from linguistics, sociolinguistics, sociology, social psychology and anthropology to understanding a spoken language. Prerequisites: COJO 1040 and 6 additional hours in the department or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester of even-numbered years)

3170 [CO/M 3170]. Broadcast Journalism. 3. [W3<>(none)] An overview of the techniques of broadcast news professionals, to report and deliver stories on-air. Includes intensive practice in writing, reporting and reading news stories for radio and television. Prerequisite: COJO 2100.

3190 [CO/M 3190]. Cross-Cultural Communication. 3. [G1<>(none)] Studies human communication processes within the context of various cultures and subcultures. Opportunity for field study of the effect of culture on communication behavior. Prerequisite: COJO 1040. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

3200 [CO/M 3200]. Graphics of Communication. 3. [C3<>(none)] Combines editing and design. Studies evaluation, selection and editing of magazine and newspaper news copy. Practice in publication design, including headline writing, printing methods, page layout and other display techniques. Prerequisite: COJO 1000. (Offered every other semester)

3270 [CO/M 3270]. Television Producing and Directing. 3. Studies principles and techniques of television production, including practical experience and presentation in basic program preparation. Prerequisite: COJO 2200. (Offered fall semester)

3280 [CO/M 3280]. Radio Producing and Directing. 3. Studies principles and techniques in audio production. News, special events, documentaries, and drama are organized, planned, produced and directed. Prerequisite: COJO 2200. (Normally offered fall semester)

3300 [CO/M 3300]. Advertising in the Media. 3. Studies fundamentals of copywriting in mass communication. Provides study and practice in the psychology of advertising, audience direction, advertising appeals, strategy, and structure of ads and commercials. Includes exercises in basic principles of copywriting for print and electronic media. Prerequisite: COJO 2100 or 2170. (Normally offered fall semester)

3310 [CO/M 3310]. Public Relations. 3. Studies mass media effects on audiences and audiences' involvement in and interpretation of mass media content. Discusses public opinion and mass media concepts as conceptual framework for public relations, advertising and other public information fields. Prerequisite: COJO 2100 or 2170. (Normally offered fall semester)

3470 [CO/M 3470]. History of Documentary Film. 3. [C3<>(none)] Provides history and overview of origin, development and evolution of documentary films, focusing on U.S., British and Canadian films. Examines documentary function, form, production techniques, as well as present and future role in the global community. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 and junior standing or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester of even-numbered years)

3480 [CO/M 3480]. Internship. 1-12 (Max. 12). Review and evaluation of approved internship experience. At the conclusion, students must submit a journal containing work samples and a critique of their performance and internship experience. Maximum of 6 hours of internship credit can be used to fulfill requirements of the major. Prerequisites: signed contract and 9 hours in the department. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

3520 [CO/M 3520]. Communication Technology and Society. 3. [C2<>(none)] Studies role of communication technology in functioning of society. Examines history of effects on personal growth, self-concept, world view, creative thinking, personal relationships and social processes. Prerequisite: COJO 1000 or 1040. (Offered spring semester)

3530 [CO/M 3530]. Online Publishing. 3. How to produce content for online media and use the Web as a tool for mass media work. Course provides experience in designing Web pages, writing for hypermedia and digital imaging; covers history, ethical issues and trends in online journalism, photography, broadcasting, public relations and advertising. Prerequisites: COJO 2100 or other instructor approved W2 course.

4000 [CO/M 4000]. News-Making Processes. 3. The study of the processes underlying the production of news in the mass media with special emphasis on how those processes affect the news and have an impact on society. Examines the function of news, values, and objectivity in the news, outside influences, and news as entertainment. Dual listed with COJO 5000. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 and 9 hours in the department.

4020 [CO/M 4020]. Mass Media and Society. 3. [C1<>(none)] Studies ethical and related problems of mass communication from contemporary and historical viewpoints. Critical analysis of the performance of the mass media. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 or 1040 and 6 hours in the department or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester of even-numbered years)

4030 [CO/M 4030]. Advanced Interpersonal Communication. 3. Studies research and theory in interpersonal relationships; formation and maintenance of friendships; marriages; and group relationships. Prerequisites: COJO 1040 and 6 hours in the department. (Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years)

4050 [CO/M 4050]. Communication and Conflict. 3. Studies research and theory concerning communication in conflict development and management. Examines forms of conflict, including occurrences in interpersonal, group, organizational and cultural contexts. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 or 1040 and 6 hours in the department. (Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years)

4100 [CO/M 4100]. Investigative Reporting. 3. [W3<>WC] Practices developing and writing articles of depth and substance in areas of public concern. Emphasizes careful research, weighing conflicting viewpoints, interpreting complex issues and critical evaluation. Prerequisite: COJO 3100. (Offered spring semester)

4110 [CO/M 4110]. Feature Writing Seminar. 3. [W3<>(none)] Extensive practice in such specialized forms of writing as editorials, commentaries, reviews and magazine articles. Content varies. Critically analyzes such writing. Prerequisites: COJO 3100 and 6 hours in the department or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester)

4120. News Editing. 3. Students develop skills in editing copy for newspapers and magazines. Focus is on copy editing for grammar, syntax, style, clarity, spelling, word usage, fairness and balance, conciseness, and accuracy. Students also learn to write effective headlines and cutlines, do effective design and layout of tabloid and broadcast pages, and create effective information graphics and photo features. Prerequisite: COJO 2100.

4140 [CO/M 4140]. Nonverbal Communication Studies. 3. Critical analysis of current studies in the area of nonverbal communication.  Students are required to complete an independent study of some aspect of nonverbal communication relevant to interests. Dual listed with COJO 5140. Prerequisites: COJO 2110 and junior standing.

4150 [CO/M 4150]. Legal Communication. 3. Provides a better understanding of how communication affects and is affected by our legal institutions and processes. Prerequisite: COJO 2150 or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester of odd-numbered years)

4170 [CO/M 4170]. Advanced Media Writing. 3. [W3<>(none)] Analyzes documentary and dramatic writing for radio and television. Practical writing projects. Whenever possible, scripts are produced. Prerequisite: W2<>WB writing course.

4200 [CO/M 4200]. Visual Communication. 3. Studies principles of vision that help explain how humans process information. Content includes perception, organization of information, spatial factors, cultural factors, motion, vectors and color. Specifically emphasizes visual processing of information relating to mass media. Prerequisite: COJO 1000. (Offered spring semester of odd-numbered years)

4210 [CO/M 4210]. Special Topics in Communication. 1-3 (Max. 6). Intensive study of such special problems and topics in human communication processes as gender relations, power dynamics, family and political communication. Content varies. Prerequisites: COJO 1040 and 9 hours in the department or consent of instructor.

4230 [CO/M 4230, 4910]. Special Topics in Mass Media. 1-3 (Max. 6). Intensive study of problems and topics specific to the mass media, including print, broadcast, advertising, public relations, and the Internet. Course content varies and may include historical, legal, ethical, political, sociocultural, economic, and theoretical perspectives. Dual listed with COJO 5230. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 and 9 hours in the department or consent of instructor.

4250 [CO/M 4250]. Advanced Organizational Communication. 3. Studies communication processes in political, educational, industrial, medical and nonprofit organizations. Emphasizes in-depth analysis of theories and methods of organizational research and practice. Prerequisites: COJO 2250 and 3070 or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

4270 [CO/M 4270]. Advanced Television Production. 3. Studies details of directing, editing and single camera television production. Requires production of several original short television programs. Prerequisite: COJO 3270. (Offered spring semester)

4280 [CO/M 4280]. Advanced Radio Production. 3. Advanced project course in audio production work. Concentrates on production of high quality and professional sounding audio productions using voices, music and sound effects. Emphasis on creativity. Prerequisite: COJO 3280.

4300 [CO/M 4300]. Advertising Campaigns. 3. Reviews current national, regional and local advertising practices in various media. Develops understanding of advertising agency and/or advertising department. Students prepare  an advertising campaign using creative and marketing strategies on regional or national level. Prerequisite: COJO 3300. (Normally offered spring semester)

4310 [CO/M 4310]. Public Relations Techniques. 3. Practical application of public relations writing, planning and program implementation. Includes exercises in writing news releases, structuring news conferences and writing preliminary and formal public relations strategies. The plans also incorporate advertising and marketing segments for external publics, newsletter design, editing and interpersonal relations. Prerequisite: COJO 3310. (Offered spring semester)

4370 [CO/M 4370]. TV News Programming. 3. Gathering, reporting, performing and producing. Students produce three half-hour (live-on-tape) shows. Lecture and discussion topics include performance, voice quality, shooting, editing, news gathering and research, ethics, newsroom organization and management, and the role of TV news in the local community. Prerequisites: COJO 3170 and 4270 or consent of instructor.

4400 [CO/M 4400]. Photojournalism. 3. [C3<>(none)] Studies and intensively practices reporting news and features photographically, plus essentials of advertising photography. Includes advanced camera and darkroom techniques and photo editing. Two one-hour lectures and one two-hour laboratory weekly. Prerequisite: COJO 2400. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

4500 [CO/M 4500]. Mass Communication Law. 3. Studies development of First Amendment law. Includes practical application of law to mass media practice; relationship of legal and social responsibilities of the mass media; and problems of law and regulation, such as constitutional, statutory and administrative. Prerequisites: COJO 1000 and 2100 or consent of instructor. (Offered fall semester)

4590 [CO/M 4590]. Advanced Persuasion. 3. Participants in this seminar engage in dialog directed toward both (1) understanding the issues raised in contemporary persuasion research and (2) exploring potential solutions and ideas for future research. This seminar should prompt participants to begin their own research ventures designed to contribute to the study of communication and social influence. Dual listed with COJO 5590. Prerequisites: COJO 2090 and 3070.

4600 [CO/M 4600]. Mass Media Ethics. 3. Studies ethical theory, emphasizing how it can be applied to problem solving in the media. Examines major ethical perspectives and requires application to actual case studies. Dual listed with COJO 5600. Prerequisite: 6 hours at 3000-level in the department or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester of even-numbered years)

4630 [CO/M 4630]. Ethics in Personal Relationships. 3. Examines personal relationships and the ethical issues participants in these relationships encounter. Personal relationships are those unique relationships in which the participants cannot be replaced without altering the very nature of the relationship. Personal relationships are originated, developed, maintained and dissolved through communication between the participants. Dual listed with COJO 5630. Prerequisite: COJO 4030 or consent of instructor. (Offered spring semester of odd-numbered years)

4800 [CO/M 4800]. Media Management. 3. Discusses station and  program orientation, market studies, law, policies, programming, public relations and public responsibilities. Prerequisites: COJO 2100 or 2170 and 6 hours in the department. (Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years)

4990 [CO/M 4990]. Independent Study in Communication. 1-3 (Max. 6). Prerequisites: 15 hours in the department and consent of department chair.

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