Curriculum Guides 2005-2006
(Fall 2005, Spring 2006, Summer 2006)
These curriculum guides are based on the Ohlone College 2005-2006 degree requirements. Students who will be graduating using a different catalog for their degree requirements should see a counselor and/or refer to the appropriate Ohlone College Catalog (view Ohlone's Catalog Rights Policy). All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review degree requirements and/or have questions answered.
Speech Communication
Certificates of Completion
Including Business Communication; Forensics; Intercultural Communication; Interpersonal Communication; Leadership Communication; Oral Interpretation; Speech and Communication Studies.
Requirements for Certificate of Completion:
- Complete satisfactorily the courses listed for the particular certificate.
- Complete at least 50% of the required units at Ohlone College.
- Maintain a 2.0 grade point average.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
This certificate provides students with communication skills required for careers in business.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-102 | Critical Thinking/Decision Making OR | 3 |
| SPCH-104 | Critical Thinking/Persuasion OR | (3) |
| SPCH-106 | Critical Thinking/Argumentation and Debate | (3) |
| SPCH-103 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| SPCH-105 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| SPCH/BA-115 | Career Communication | 3 |
| 12 | ||
FORENSICS
This certificate provides students with training in speaking competitively.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-101 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| SPCH-110A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 6 |
| SPCH-112A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (6) |
| SPCH/TD-132 | Voice and Diction | 4 |
| 13 | ||
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
This certificate provides students with intercultural communication competence for business and personal relationships.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-105 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| SPCH-122 | Family Communication OR | 3 |
| SPCH-103 | Interpersonal Communication | (3) |
| SPCH-110A1-A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 1-3 |
| SPCH-112A1-A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (1-3) |
| 7-9 | ||
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
This certificate provides students with competence in communicating interpersonally in their personal and professional lives.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-103 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| SPCH-102 | Critical Thinking/Decision Making OR | 3 |
| SPCH-104 | Critical Thinking/Persuasion | (3) |
| SPCH-110A1-A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 1-3 |
| SPCH-112A1-A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (1-3) |
| 7-9 | ||
LEADERSHIP COMMUNICATION
This certificate provides students with leadership and communication skills useful in their communities and careers.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PD-160 | Student Leadership in Higher Education | 2 |
| SPCH-101 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| SPCH-102 | Critical Thinking/Group Decision Making OR | 3 |
| SPCH-104 | Critical Thinking/Persuasion OR | (3) |
| SPCH-106 | Critical Thinking/Argumentation and Debate | (3) |
| SPCH-103 | Interpersonal Communication OR | 3 |
| SPCH-105 | Intercultural Communication | (3) |
| SPCH-110A1-A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 2-3 |
| SPCH-112A1-A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (2-3) |
| 13-14 | ||
ORAL INTERPRETATION
This certificate provides students with vocal training that is helpful for careers in theater, business, law, and education.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-110A1-A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 1-3 |
| SPCH-112A1-A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (1-3) |
| SPCH/TD-130 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| SPCH/TD-132 | Voice and Diction | 4 |
| 8-10 | ||
SPEECH COMMUNICATION STUDIES
This certificate provides students with competent communication skills used in both academic and professional settings.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-101 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| SPCH-110A1-A3 | Forensics Workshop OR | 1-3 |
| SPCH-112A1-A3 | Argumentation and Debate Workshop | (1-3) |
Choose two courses from the following:
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-102 | Critical Thinking/Decision Making OR | 3 |
| SPCH-104 | Critical Thinking/Persuasion OR | (3) |
| SPCH-106 | Critical Thinking/Argumentation and Debate | (3) |
| SPCH-103 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| SPCH-105 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| SPCH/BA-115 | Career Communication | 3 |
| SPCH-122 | Family Communication | 3 |
| SPCH/TD-130 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| SPCH/TD-132 | Voice and Diction | 4 |
| 10-13 | ||
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