May 31, 2026  
2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

CA 214 - Speech Communication


Credit Hours: 3

This course facilitates effective public presentation and argumentation.  Special focus is placed on group work and on professional presentations. 

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. present coherent and organized professional presentations;
  2. design a message for a specific audience;
  3. construct a logical and well-supported argument;
  4. demonstrate critical listening and analysis skills;
  5. understand the rules and strategies of several types of debate;
  6. demonstrate an understanding of the role of public discourse in a democratic society; and
  7. function as a member of a team in a public context.


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