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Communication Studies AA-T Degree - Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, Univ of Cal or Cal State Univ

This 2.0 AA-T program prepares students for graduation from CRC as well as transfer to a four-year university, including lower division preparation for the major. Courses required for the degree provide students with a practical and theoretical foundation in the discipline and offer a critical perspective on human communication in a variety of contexts.  

Total Units:
59-61

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
COMM 301 Z
Introduction to Public Speaking
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
IGETC Area 1A-English Composition Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1A
IGETC Area 2-Math Competency Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 2
IGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 4
Any Transferable Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggestion-select from List B-PSYC 300 General Principles (3 units); Six units from 2 different areas are required for Area 4.

2 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 2

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
COMM 311 Z
Argumentation and Debate
3
ENGWR 300
F, S
IGETC Area 1B
COMM 321 Z
Interpersonal Communication
3
Advisory: EMGWR 51
F, S, Su
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
IGETC Area 5A-Physical Science Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5A
IGETC Area 5C-Biol/Phys Sci Lab Z
1
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5C
IGETC Area 3A-Arts 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggestion-FMS 300 or RTVF 305

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
COMM 315 1 Z
Persuasion
3
ENGWR 300, ENGWR 480, ESLW 340, or HONOR 375
F
IGETC Area 1B
COMM 331 1 Z
Group Discussion
3
Advisory: ENGWR 101
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
3 units from List A or elective
3
See List A
See List A
IGETC Area 5B-Biological Science Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5B
IGETC Area 3B-Humanities 2 Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3B
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggested course from List A/B

2Suggestion-ENGWR 301 College Composition & Literature (3 units); Pre-Req: ENGWR 300, ENGWR 480, ESLW 340, or HONOR 375; F(O,P), S, Su.

Semester 4

13-14 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
COMM 325 1 Z
Intercultural Communication
3
F, S
IGETC Area 4
IGETC Area 3A-Arts or 3B-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A or 3B
IGETC Area 7-Ethnic Studies Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 7
Any Transferable Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferable Elective 2
1-2
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available  (P) = partially online

1 Suggested course from List A/B

2 Suggestion-select a course not taken from List A or B. Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

List A-a minimum of 6 units from the following:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
COMM 315 Z
Persuasion
3
ENGWR 300
Check Class Schedule for offering
IGETC Area 1B
COMM 321 Z
Interpersonal Communication
3
Advisory: ENGWR 51
F, S, Su
COMM 325 Z
Intercultural Communication
3
Advisory: EGNWR 101
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 4
COMM 331 Z
Group Discussion
3
Advisory: ENGWR 101
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
COMM 361
The Communication Experience
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
F, S
IGETC Area 1C
COMM 363 Z
Introduction to Communication Theory
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
F, Su
IGETC Area 4
JOUR 310 1 Z
Mass Media and Society
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Also listed as RTVF 300

List B-a minimum of 3 units from the following (not already taken in List A):

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ANTH 310 Z
Cultural Anthropology
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
COMM 315 Z
Persuasion
3
ENGWR 300
Check Class Schedule
IGETC Area 1B
COMM 325 Z
Intercultural Communication
3
Advisory: ENGWR 101
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 4
COMM 331 Z
Group Discussion
3
Advisory: ENGWR 101
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
COMM 341 Z
Organizational Communication
3
ENGWR 101
S(O)
COMM 361
The Communication Experience
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
F, S
IGETC Area 1C
COMM 363 Z
Introduction to Communication Theory
3
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 300
F, Su
ENGWR 301 Z
College Composition and Literature
3
ENGWR 300, ENGWR 480, or HONOR 375
F(O,P), S, Su
IGETC Area 1B or 3B
ENGWR 302 Z
Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking
3
ENGWR 300
F(O,P), S(O,P), Su(O)
IGETC Area 1B
JOUR 300 Z
Newswriting and Reporting
3
BUS 200; Advisory: ability to key 30+ WAM
F, S
PSYC 300 Z
General Principles
3
Advisory: ENGRD 310, ENGRD 312, ENGWR 300, or equivalent
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
RTVF 312 Z
Beginning Radio Production
3
F, S
RTVF 331
Beginning Television Studio Production
3
F, S
SOC 300 Z
Introductory Sociology
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Career Options/Outlook:

The role of communication in the workplace today has grown in importance, and workplace communication competencies are increasingly in demand.  The number one skill identified by employers is the ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms.  The number two skill employers identify is the ability to work effectively as a team member.  A competitive workplace requires employees to exercise competence in interview skills, professional presentations, written communication, group problem-solving, intercultural interactions, conflict management, and analytical reasoning.  Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Public Information, Motivational Speaking, Radio & Television, Public Relations, Organizational Administration, Customer Service, Corporate Imaging, Marketing, Grant Writing, Human Resource Development, Political Speech Writing, Advertising, Community Relations, Campaign Management

Projected job openings in California for Public Relations Specialist (2020-2030):

3,030

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

17% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$75,010/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities. 

This map also meets the requirement for

The Certificate of Achievement in Applied Communication Skills with the selection/addition of COMM 341 and 361 from List A/B.

About this map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 15, 2023

Counselor Contact: Crystal Martinez  | Faculty Contact: Tanika Byrd

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