About Post-secondary Communications Courses

College Communications prepares students to communicate at a college level and integrates concepts of:

information retrieval,
critical thinking and reading,
expression of ideas,
effective use of technology,
information literacy.

Communications at Work prepares students with the skills needed in the workplace, focusing on:

researching,
writing and presentations,
analyzing,
problem solving,
questioning,
debating,
managing information,
teamwork,
using technology for communication tasks,
communicating across cultures.

Advanced Communications courses, World Links, Professional Writing, Oral Presentations, develop a higher level of communication skills.

Communications courses are delivered in different formats:

classroom,
classroom and computer lab,
online,
blended - online and classroom.

Format is indicated upon registration for a specific course.

Course Descriptions

College Communications – COMM1000

This writing-intensive course promotes effective communication skills essential for student success in college and career. Learners advance their information literacy skills through writing, researching, presenting, and editing. Using College-standard word processing software, students apply appropriate academic language to specialized formats. Through revision strategies, students demonstrate the ability to compose messages that are clear and consistent.

Communications at Work – COMM1001

In the workplace, employers require high standards of communication skills. Students develop their communication skills for the workplace as they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and reports. Using technology, they individually and collaboratively design and deliver professional presentations and meetings. This course focuses on communication tasks specific to students’ program areas and their future careers.

World Links: Wired Communication –COMM1004

This discussion, research, and project-oriented course develops skills for professional communication using online information and web-based media. Hands-on experience is combined with an examination of the characteristics of professional computer-mediated communication, its role in society, and its relevance to business. Students utilize College standard software and apply previous experience with web page construction tools.

Professional Writing – COMM1006

Professional writing skills are required in all service, technical, and business environments. In this advanced course, students develop researching, planning, designing, and writing skills to prepare professional workplace documents. Individually and collaboratively, students learn and apply the information structures to produce such documents as descriptions, instructions, and manuals.

Oral Presentations: Say It With Success – COMM1007

This advanced speaking intensive course further develops students' ability to compose and deliver messages tailored to specific audiences using a combination of spoken, written, and multi-media strategies. Individually and in groups, students research and deliver a variety of presentations for use in professional, academic, and social settings. Formal and informal presentations build confidence, professionalism, and speaking ethics. Self and peer critiques provide opportunities for routine self-reflection and presentation skills enhancement.

Contact Information:

BARRIE

ORILLIA