| COMA1101 | Theatre Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stagecraft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup; organizational and operation. Fall, Spring. |
| COMA1102 | Introduction to Speech | No Description Set |
| COMA1191 | Independent Study in Commmunication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA1201 | Opera Workshop | The study and performance of scenes from great operas throughout history. This is an elective class and requires an audition. |
| COMA1261 | Opera Workshop | The study and performance of scenes from great operas throughout history. This is an elective class and requires an audition. |
| COMA1290 | Independent Study in Coma | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA1301 | Improving the Speaking Voice | Paralanguage code study of voice and articulation, the vocal mechanism, and phonetics. Exercises will add the nonverbal voice code to printed texts for oral performance experiences. |
| COMA1302 | Speech and Interpersonal Communication | Basic communication strategies will be explored in this course that will include public speaking and interpersonal communication focusing on audience awareness, nonverbal communication, group awareness, and other aspects of interpersonal communicatio... |
| COMA1302HR | Honors Fundamentals of Speech Communica-Tion | Course open to students in the Honors program. Basic communication strategies will be explored in this course that will include public speaking and interpersonal communication focusing on audience awareness, nonverbal communication, group awareness,... |
| COMA1302HS | Speech and Interpersonal Communication | Basic communication strategies will be explored in this course that will include public speaking and interpersonal communication focusing on audience awareness, nonverbal communication, group awareness, and other aspects of interpersonal communicatio... |
| COMA1303 | Comm for the Business Professionals | Developmental knowledge and participation in interpersonal relations, group discussion, and public speaking as these apply to the professional organizational setting. |
| COMA1304 | Basic Communications | Focus on communication theory and principles; interpersonal communication, group dynamics, value systems, and transactional analysis. Fall, odd-numbered years. |
| COMA1306 | Introduction to Fine Arts | The history, philosophy, elements, and techniques which create, influence, and integrate the visual and performing arts are presented. Field trips to local are museums, symphonies, operas, and theatre productions will be required. Fall, Winter, Spri... |
| COMA1306HR | Honors Introduction to Fine Arts | No Description Set |
| COMA1371 | Theater Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stage craft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup. |
| COMA2050 | Sophomore Portfolio Review | Commercial Art, Graphic Design and/or Digital Photography students are required to submit their portfolios for a sophomore review. Multiple evaluators, with field experience, will review each portfolio to discern whether or not the student is suited... |
| COMA2100 | Inro to Graphic Applications | No Description Set |
| COMA2101 | Theatre Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stagecraft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup; organizational and operation. Fall, Spring. |
| COMA2190 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA2261 | Opera Workshop | The study and performance of scenes from great operas throughout history. This is an elective class and requires an audition. |
| COMA2290 | Independent Study in COMA | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA2291 | Independent Study in Coma | No Description Set |
| COMA2292 | Independent Study in Communication | No Description Set |
| COMA2301 | Introduction to Journalism | Surveys the journalism profession - the expanding function of print and broadcast media in democracy. Also includes the study of news gatherings and writing styles for newspapers, radio, and television journalism. Spring |
| COMA2302 | Fundamentals of News Writing | Study of gathering and writing news; practical problems of the reporter. Class members are student reporters for the university newspaper. Their work is subject to classroom analysis and criticism. Fall, odd-numbered years. |
| COMA2302 | Voice and Articulation | Paralanguage code study of voice and articulation, the vocal mechanism, and phonetics. Exercises will add the nonverbal voice code to printed texts for oral performance experiences. |
| COMA2304 | Introduction to Broadcast/Digital Media | An introduction to the history of broadcast/digital media including radio, tv, the FCC, analog-to-digital transition, and industry-standard tools. Additional course fee. |
| COMA2305 | Interpersonal Communication | Focus on communication theory and principles for the field of interpersonal communication, with additional studies in group dynamics, value systems, and transactional analysis. Fall, Spring, Summer, Online. |
| COMA2314 | Photography I | An introduction to the use of the camera and basic vocabulary. Fundamentals of exposure, development, and printing. Photographic composition, creativity, readings, and critiques are included. Students are expected to provide their own digital camer... |
| COMA2317 | Advertising and Visual Communication I | An introduction to basic visual communication design including lettering, layout, illustra- tion, graphic reproduction processes, rough art, finished art, and camera-ready art applied to specific design projects. Fall, Spring Lab fee: 1 hour Cross... |
| COMA2318 | Basic Digital Design | Fundamentals of digital design are covered utilizing standard graphic software applications for PC and Macintosh platforms. Proven methods of effective communication through typography, layout, and design are discussed. Computer lab projects include... |
| COMA2319 | History of Visual Arts Survey | History of Visual Arts Survey presents a chronological examination of western graphic design and covers each era of visual comminication including early cave painting through the illuminated manuscripts, a Graphic Renaissance, the Industrial Revoluti... |
| COMA2320 | Spec Topics: Video Production | CHANGED TO 3000 NUMBER |
| COMA2330 | Introduction to Public Relations | This course will introduce the student to the concepts of public relations, organizational communication, message structure, ethics, writing, media law, organizational structure, and other related areas. |
| COMA2331 | Introduction to Church Media | This course will examine the field of media ministry in the church and other ministry-related areas. The course will examine the historical and contemporary application of media in the church and examine the current role of media and technology in th... |
| COMA2371 | Theater Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stage craft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup. |
| COMA2390 | Theater Practicum | Theater Practicum |
| COMA2391 | Independent Study in COMA | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA2392 | Special Topics in COMA | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA2393 | Special Topics in COMA | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA2394 | Video Editing I | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA2395 | Independent Study: InterpersonalCommunication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA2396 | Entrepreneurship in the Arts | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3101 | Theatre Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stagecraft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup; organizational and operation. Fall, Spring. |
| COMA3111 | Essental Knowledge of Drama | The study of philosophies, goals, theories, and practical approaches for using creative dramatics with children to help them discover and utilize their creative sense and realize their self-worth. Spring |
| COMA3190 | Independent Study in Coma | No Description Set |
| COMA3190 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA3261 | Opera Workshop | The study and performance of scenes from great operas throughout history. This is an elective class and requires an audition. |
| COMA3290 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA3293 | Independent Study in Coma | No Description Set |
| COMA3301 | Nonverbal Communication | Nine important code systems (excluding words) used daily will be studied in theory and in practice. Research project from print and societal observation is required. |
| COMA3302 | Argumentation and Debate | Argumentation and debate skills are not only necessary for professional and personal success, but also are necessary to function as a contributing and responsible citizen in a democratic society. This course equips students to conduct research, evalu... |
| COMA3302 | Public Forum Debate | Students study debate principles, conduct research, formulate and evaluate arguments, and participate in team debates using the Public Forum Debate format. Topics will come from current events and debate propositions for academic use. |
| COMA3303 | Small Group Communication | Students will learn how small groups serve at least three common functions in American culture: (1) by organizations to accomplish tasks, make decisions and solve problems; (2) by educators to facilitate learning; (3) by churches and other organizati... |
| COMA3304 | Writing Across Media | Students in this course will develop writing skills used within a variety of media outlets. Students will become better writers/journalists by studying newsgathering and writing styles for newspapers, radio, television, magazines, the internet and be... |
| COMA3305 | Elements of Professnl Writing | This course will explore the first principles of composition, analyze the aims/motives of writing, examine the canons of rhetoric, ascertain the appropriate strategy for a variety if discourse opportunities, and evaluate existing texts for their conf... |
| COMA3305 | Media Announcing | This course is a media and broadcasting class designed to provide students with a foundation in various forms of mass communication, including radio, television, and new media. This class will help equip students with the skills necessary to run a ne... |
| COMA3306 | Modern Media Storytelling I | Students in this course will develop strategic practices, procedures, and performance competencies for media platforms including broadcast, digital, print and emerging formats. Emphasis will be placed on storytelling techniques, current industry stan... |
| COMA3307 | Film and Electronic Cinematography | A study of the history of filmmaking and new advances in electronic media related to this medium. This study emphasizes the techniques used by great cinematographers and directors of both the present and the past. Reviewing many classic films for a... |
| COMA3308 | Persuasive Communications | This course focuses on persuasion theory and its practical application. Basic components of the persuasive process and strategies used by persuaders are examined. Persuasion theory, analysis of persuasive messages in a variety of formats and contexts... |
| COMA3309 | Oral Interpretation | This course focuses on the selection, analysis, and performance of selections from prose, poetry, and scripture using the principles and practices of oral interpretation. The course is designed to help students develop an expressive, confident public... |
| COMA3310 | Writing Across Media | No Description Set |
| COMA3311 | Media Graphics Communication | Development of skills and concepts necessary to produce art works for use in the various media. Study and application of the basic materials, techniques, and vocabulary of the graphic arts field. Fall. |
| COMA3313 | Advanced Public Speaking | This course focuses on the development of presentation skills to enable speakers to connect with audiences in the workplace and the community in a professional and ethical manner in order to influence public discourse. Students are coached on how to... |
| COMA3314 | Photography II | Advanced photographic skills developed through photography projects enhanced by digital imaging software and techniques. Students will learn to apply a state of the art digital graphics program and selectively modify, enhance, and combine photograph... |
| COMA3316 | Media Graphics | Development of skills and concepts necessary to produce art works for use in the various media. Study and application of the basic materials, techniques, and vocabulary of the graphic and computer art field. Lab fee. |
| COMA3317 | Advertising and Visual Communicaiton II | Advanced study of basic visual communication design including lettering, layout, illustration, graphic reproduction processes, rough art, finished art, camera-ready and computer art applied to specific design projects. Spring lab fee: 1 hour Prereq... |
| COMA3317 | Contemporary Advertising | Advanced study of basic visual communication design including typography, layout, illustration, graphic reproduction processes, rough art, finished art, camera ready art, and digital art applied to specific design projects. Lab fee. |
| COMA3318 | Web Design | Web publishing techniques are covered utilizing web-authoring software for PC and Macintosh platforms. Proven methods of effective communication through typography, layout, and design are discussed including creative uses of digitized illustrations a... |
| COMA3319 | Visual Communication | Skills in interpreting the visual messages viewed in print and digital media are essential in our media-saturated world today. This course focuses on the development of visual literacy by helping students develop skills to critically examine the visu... |
| COMA3320 | Do Not Use | A comprehensive study of the camping and recreation industries including the global and national historical context that set the stage for its genesis in post-Civil War America. Students will have the opportunity to study and develop a theological f... |
| COMA3321 | Graphic Design I | This studio course emphasizes the solving of graphic communications problems as it specifically relates to identity design in print form. Students gain a strong working knowledge of current computer art and layout applications, such as Adobe InDesign... |
| COMA3322 | Graphic Design II | In this studio course graphic design students continue their in-depth study of two-dimensional design principles as they apply it to formats such as package design and annual reports. An emphasis on preparing print documents for output or reproductio... |
| COMA3324 | Video Editing I | Students will study and apply the fundamentals of video editing using industry-standard editing software and editing techniques. This course contains a field-based service-learning component. Additional course fee. |
| COMA3325 | Lettering and Typography | Students will learn to consider three major things as they design with type: the form, direct and secondary meanings, and graphic impact of a particular typeface. The subtle relationship of type and visuals in a design solution, and how type can be u... |
| COMA3326 | Audio Production I | This course will study the fundamentals of audio production techniques, tools, and equipment used throughout the production industry. Emphasis will be placed upon audio production techniques for broadcast and digital media using software-based produc... |
| COMA3330 | Spec Topics: Video Production | RESERVED FOR FALL 2011 |
| COMA3332 | Church Media Leadership | This course will focus on building the skills needed to lead and develop a church media team. Emphasis will be given to the heart of the leaders, volunteer team development, designing and implementing systems to foster creativity and sustain excellen... |
| COMA3333 | Field Experience - Church Media | This course is designed to give students the opportunity to observe and experience the various roles of a church media team in person through focused and systematic field experience. Students will be required to observe, in person, key church product... |
| COMA3334 | Presentation - Church Media | This course will focus on the skills needed to effectively enhance communication using current graphic presentation software in a church context. This course will teach how to distill presenter notes to the most essential elements, explore the variou... |
| COMA3336 | Media and Missions I | This course will focus on the use of media in a missions context and will explore the various ways that media can be utilized to enhance the missions efforts of local churches. This course will focus on missions stories and congregational communicati... |
| COMA3340 | Video Production I | This course will study the fundamentals of video production techniques, toolsm and equipment used through the video industry. Emphasis will be placed upon secular and ministry application. Lab fee. Additional course fee. |
| COMA3341 | Photography Process and Practice | This is an intermediate to advanced level photography course that will further explore the photographic processes as it relates to artistic expression and experimentation with digital photography and media. An emphasis will be placed on generating a... |
| COMA3342 | Video Production II | This course will study lighting concepts and techniques used in the broadcast/digital media industry. An emphasis will be placed on lighting objectives and strategies, instruments, and electrical standards. |
| COMA3350 | Social Media | This class will study the effects of computer mediated communication (CMC) and its impact on society. Message design, communication campaigns, crisis communication, and analytics will be studied with regard for various types of social networking ser... |
| COMA3355 | Special Topics in COMA | Reserved for committee approval in 2021 catalog. Requested on 1/6/20. |
| COMA3371 | Theater Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of, stage craft, lighting, costuming, properties,, house management, and makeup; organizational and, operation. |
| COMA3390 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA3390 | Theater Practicum | Theater Practicum |
| COMA3391 | Video Production II | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3392 | Video Editing I | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3393 | Independent Study in COMA | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA3393 | Media Announcing | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3394 | Video Production I | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3395 | Special Topics in COMA | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3396 | Audio Production I | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g. ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3397 | Entrepreneurship in the Arts | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA3398 | Modern Media Storytelling I | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4010 | Speech 7 - 12 Seminar | This required course is designed to help students prepare for the Texas Examination of Educators Standards (TExES). The course will focus on content and sample questions from state authorized preparation manual for Speech 7-12 and other appropriate s... |
| COMA4101 | Theatre Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stagecraft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup; organizational and operation. Fall, Spring. |
| COMA4191 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA4191 | Nonverbals in Brazilian Sports | No Description Set |
| COMA4192 | Advanced Internship in Communication | No Description Set |
| COMA4193 | Internship in Communications | No Description Set |
| COMA4194 | Advanced Internship | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4261 | Opera Workshop | The study and performance of scenes from great operas throughout history. This is an elective class and requires an audition. Fall. |
| COMA4291 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA4300 | Portfolio Research | In this course, students prepare a marketable graphic design or broadcast/digital media portfolio, both physical and/or digital, of the work they have created throughout their college career. |
| COMA4301 | Readers Theater | Groups will perform selections of prose, poetry or scripture. Literary analysis will precede the addition of voice and body cues to emphasize meanings. Major project is to adapt a selection for the group to perform. |
| COMA4302 | Introduction to Linguistics | An introduction to the core linguistic areas of morphology, phonology, pragmatics, semantics, syntax, and related topics - with an emphasis on syntax and its application in stylistic analysis. |
| COMA4303 | Video Editing | Basic camera techniques and composition will be reviewed. Individuals will study various editing technologies and styles. Digital videography, linear and non-linear editing will be taught and practiced. (Additional technical fee required.) This cours... |
| COMA4304 | Special Topics | No Description Set |
| COMA4304 | Video Editing II | A continuation of Video Editing I, this course will apply advanced editing techniques to visual storytelling. An emphasis will be placed on multicam editing, synchronization of multiple audio/video sources, color correction, color grading, introducto... |
| COMA4305 | Media Production | This course will study the fundamentals of video production techniques, tools, and equipment used throughout the video production industry. Emphasis will be placed upon video production techniques for broadcast and digital media using the production... |
| COMA4306 | Motion Graphics I | In this course, students will create visually appealing content using industry-standard motion, animation, layering, and composition workflows. These concepts will be applied to graphics, digital assets, and other professional workflows. Additional c... |
| COMA4307 | Creative Christian Writing | A seminar designed for persons who want to learn how to share the message of Christ through the printed word. This course acquaints the student with writing and marketing techniques for curriculum pieces, feature articles, and books. Offered periodi... |
| COMA4308 | Audio Production | This course will study the fundamentals of audio production techniques, tools and equipment used throughout the production industry. Emphasis will be placed upon production techniques using ProTools. Lab Fee. |
| COMA4309 | Radio Formats | A comprehensive, hands-on study of various radio programming formats. Students will use various production tools to effectively produce specific radio format genres. Additional course fee. |
| COMA4310 | Internship in Communication | A supervised field placement in some phase of the communication industry. The course provides the opportunity for the students to integrate theory and classroom learning with practical experience. Interns are required to work 50 hours for each credit... |
| COMA4311 | Demo Reel | In this course, students will finalize their demo reel, a compilation of their highest-quality media content. An emphasis will be placed on finalizing projects, creating new content, building an online footprint, and expert peer reviews. Industry too... |
| COMA4312 | Media Production | Study and use of various media tools and equipment used throughout the multi-media presentation industry. Emphasis will be placed on church implementation. |
| COMA4313 | Announcing & Digital Media | Taken to committee 2/6/18. |
| COMA4315 | Political Communication | A study of new-style American political campaign tactics with an emphasis on how political consultants inform and persuade voters. |
| COMA4316 | Management and Communication in Film | This course is designed to look at the Star Wars movies from two different perspectives. Half of the course will examine the movies from a historical and cinematographic perspective. The other half of the class will examine the series from a leadersh... |
| COMA4318 | History of Graphic Design I | History of Graphic Design presents a chronological examination of western graphic design and covers each era of visual communication including early cave painting through the illuminated manuscripts, a Graphic Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution,... |
| COMA4319 | Communication Styles: Key to Business Success | An in-depth investigation of various communication, leadership, and personality styles and how they affect one's competency rating in the world of business. Students will be encouraged to discover how they interact with others as well as learn how th... |
| COMA4320 | Technology in Communication | This course is designed to expose students to the technology currently available. Students will get hands-on experience on all current technologies and participate in class discussions based on advantages and disadvantages of each. Trends and futuris... |
| COMA4321 | Advertising Design | This course engages the service-learning aspect of the Graphic Design concentration as students utilize their skills to aid a ministry, new or existing, by creating an entire identity campaign for them over the course of a semester. The campaign will... |
| COMA4322 | Leadership Communication | This course focuses on the further development of public speaking, written communication, and group facilitation skills to prepare students for leadership roles for a variety of communication contexts and purposes. A service-learning project will be... |
| COMA4323 | Communication Theory | The course introduces students to communication as a field of study. Major theories and models related to the study of communication are presented to provide a framework for communication coursework. Applications of the major communication theories w... |
| COMA4324 | Pedagogy of Speech Communication | Success in learning is dependent on the quality of communication in the classroom environment. The course will provide students with strategies for teaching communication skills and content in a variety of classroom environments. Students will develo... |
| COMA4325 | Communication in the Digital Age | New and emerging communication technologist are drastically changing the nature of communication. This course will blend theory and practice to provide students with a communication-based perspective of current and future trends and issues associated... |
| COMA4327 | Color and Composition | Color and Composition is a painting course that explores the potentials of painting in acrylics with emphasis on color, composition, expression, and technique as it relates to poster painting as it has been manifested over the past two centuries. The... |
| COMA4328 | Illustration I | Students in this course are introduced to the methods of illustration, old and new, through a limited survey of the history of American Illustration. Each student is required to choose an abridged classic manuscript supplied by the instructor and a t... |
| COMA4329 | Illustration II | Students in this course will continue to develop the style and formulaic approach explored in Illustration I. Traditional and digital methods of illustration are all options for this course. Various forms of illustration, including black and white, e... |
| COMA4330 | Special Topics in Communication | This course will offer students an opportunity to explore a cross-section of subjects focused on enhancing oral, interpersonal, and nonverbal skills. The exploration of basic communication concepts and application will offer students a hands-on appr... |
| COMA4331 | Modern Media Storytelling II | This course will apply advanced techniques to media storytelling. An emphasis will be placed on mobile production and the application of new technology standards to storytelling concepts. An emphasis will be placed on the integration of these advance... |
| COMA4334 | Portfolio Research - Church Media | In this course, students prepare a marketable, church media focused, online portfolio that highlights the skills and project-based experience of the student. Students will also develop an effective resume to use in future job interviews. Further, moc... |
| COMA4335 | Church Media Special Topics | In-depth study and discussion of various specific topics related to emerging and relevant issues in the discipline of church media. May include faculty presentations, outside speakers and/or a combination of these. Special topics courses will be offe... |
| COMA4336 | Media and Missions II (Study Abroad) | This course will focus on the use of media in a missions context and will explore the various ways that media can be utilized to enhance the missions efforts of local churches. This course will focus on missions stories and congregational communicati... |
| COMA4338 | History of Graphic Design II | History of Graphic Design II presents a chronological examination of western graphic design and covers the modern era of visual communication from c. 1880 until present day; including Pictorial Modernism, the Bauhaus, the New York School, Corporate I... |
| COMA4339 | Graphic Design Internship | A supervised field placement in a graphic design environment. The course provides the opportunity for the students to integrate theory and classroom learning with practical experience. Interns are required to work 50 hours for each credit hour earned... |
| COMA4340 | Broadcast/Digital Media Practicum | The broadcast/digital media practicum provides students the opportunity to apply and integrate knowledge acquired through coursework. Specifically, this course will practically apply all broadcast/digital media information through the production of l... |
| COMA4341 | Business of Photography | An introduction to the business of photography. A study of professional photography practices and the various avenues within which a photographer can work. Includes photography on the web and how to have an online presence that is beneficial in the p... |
| COMA4344 | Creative Photography | Reserved for 2020. To be crossed with ART 4344. |
| COMA4345 | Public Relations in the Real World | This course is the capstone course for all public Relations majors. Real-world concepts such as proper social media usage, organization communication, branding, ethics, media law, writing, crisis communication, business ethics, and business literacy... |
| COMA4347 | Church Media Practicum | This course will focus on hands-on church production through weekly production experiences at a local church. This course requires a minimum of 120 logged and verified production hours at a local church. Students will serve as volunteers on the media... |
| COMA4348 | Church Media Internship I | This course will focus on hands-on church production through a professional internship with a local church or ministry. This course requires a minimum of 120 logged and verified hours at a church or ministry. Students will serve as contributing membe... |
| COMA4349 | Church Media Internship II | This course will focus on hands-on church production through a professional internship with a local church or ministry. The internship can be with the same church or ministry as COMA 4338 or be with a different church or ministry. This course require... |
| COMA4349 | ST: Worship Studies in Israel | crossed with MUSI 4349 - trip Summer 2018 |
| COMA4350 | Foundational Life Coaching I | Students will learn the key concepts, theories, models, and eleven core compentencies as defined by the International Coaching Federation. This course will explore the philosophical and biblical foundations of coaching as a human developmental metho... |
| COMA4350 | Special Topics - Social Media | No Description Set |
| COMA4351 | Foundational Life Coaching II | This course is built on the advanced application of the ICF Definition of Coaching, ICF Core Competencies, and the ICF Code of Ethics. Students will prepare for the ICF Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) in a weekly webinar setting of supervised inter... |
| COMA4352 | Developing a Coaching Practice | Students will evaluate various life coaching niches and construct personalized life coaching tools. A significant portion of the course is devoted to planning, cultivating, managing, and sustaining a successful coaching practice. Through study and in... |
| COMA4353 | Fine Art in East Asia | Crossed with ART/MUSI 4353, MAGL 5353 |
| COMA4353 | Prof Life Coaching Practicum | This course is designed to give each student experience in delivery of coaching services to client under the advisement of an ICF accredited coach and professor. Students will be expected to provide at least 30 direct client coaching hours in fulfil... |
| COMA4355 | Special Topics in COMA | Reserved for committee approval in 2021 catalog. Requested on 1/6/20. |
| COMA4360 | Special Topics | Reserved for Fall 2011 as Adv. Digital Photography will be crossed with ART 4360 |
| COMA4362 | Advanced Fine Arts | Advanced Fine Arts. |
| COMA4365 | Practicum in Cross-Cultural Communication | The practicum will have two components. The first will consist of classes in relevant concepts of worldview and culture, the methodology of teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), class management, and the development of skills in cross-cultura... |
| COMA4371 | Theater Practicum | Practical, technical experiences in areas of stage craft, lighting, costuming, properties, house management, and makeup; organizational and operation. Periodically. |
| COMA4380 | The Arts and the Creative Process | Analysis of the visual and performing arts including the study of the human process involved in the creation of the Arts. The study will include perception, criticism, and factors which integrate, influence, and create the arts. Field trips are requi... |
| COMA4389 | Independent Study in Comm | No Description Set |
| COMA4390 | Special Topics in Communication | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4391 | Independent Study in COMA | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA4392 | Portfolio Research - Broadcast | No Description Set |
| COMA4393 | Fake News and Real Crisis | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g. ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4394 | Art History: The Greek and ItalianContribution | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4395 | Media Production | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4396 | Demo Reel | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA4397 | Political Communication | No Description Set |
| COMA4398 | Advanced Special Topics | reserved for fall 2010--Adv. Media Graphics |
| COMA4435 | Church Media Special Topics | Reserved for commitee approval |
| COMA4490 | Independent Study in Coma | No Description Set |
| COMA4490 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only). |
| COMA5010 | Speech 7-12 Seminar | This course is designed to help students prepare for the Texas Examination of Educators Standards (TExES). The course will focus on content and sample questions from state authorized preparation manual for Speech 7 - 12 and other appropriate sources... |
| COMA5300 | Introduction to Graduate Communication Studies | This course examines the history of communication studies as an academic discipline, the contributions of major researchers, and the current state of communication research. Terminology related to the field of communication, investigation of communic... |
| COMA5301 | Introduction to Graduate CommunicationStudies | Reserve for Summer 2011 |
| COMA5305 | Presentation Communication | This course focuses on the preparation and delivery of effective individual and group presentations for a variety of audiences and communication purposes--informative, persuasive, and special occasion. The development and appropriate use of meaningfu... |
| COMA5394 | Art History: The Greek and ItalianContribution | This is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)... |
| COMA6300 | Introduction to Graduate CommunicationStudies | This course examines the history of communication studies as an academic discipline, the contributions of major researchers and the current state of communication research. Terminology related to the field of communication, investigation of communic... |
| COMA6301 | Advanced Communication Theory | Survey of classical and current theories and approaches to research related to the study of communication in a variety of contexts. |
| COMA6303 | Digital Media Communication | This course examines theories related to the interpretation of visual messages, and discusses the role of semiotics and hegemony in current digital media. Emphasizes techniques for designing effective visual communication for a variety of purposes an... |
| COMA6305 | Presentation Communication | This course focuses on the preparation and delivery of effective individual and group presentations for a variety of audiences and communication purposes--informative, persuasive, and special occasion. The development and appropriate use of meaningf... |
| COMA6307 | Communication Leadership for Groups | This course focuses on the theories, research, and practices related to the verbal and nonverbal communication behaviors of leaders and the role of communication in a learning or small group environment. Students gain practical experience in preparin... |
| COMA6309 | Social Media and Communication | Related theories, research, current practices, and impact on relationships form the focus for this examination of social media. The creation and evaluation of messages adapted for specific types of social media and purposes are key components for thi... |
| COMA6310 | Rhetoric, Argumentation, and Advocacy | Classical rhetoric, contemporary argumentation theory, and critical thinking are applied to advocacy communication. Students gain practical knowledge in constructing, presenting, and analyzing arguments on questions of fact, value, and policy. |
| COMA6311 | Relational Communication | Theories and research related to interpersonal communication provide the theoretical basis of this advanced study of verbal and nonverbal communication behaviors related to creating and maintaining effective personal and professional relationships. |
| COMA6312 | Advance Persuasive Communication | Theories, research, and practices related to interpersonal, group, and public persuasion form the foundation for this study of influence messages. Topics include: propaganda techniques, analysis of advertising techniques, social influence, and analys... |
| COMA6313 | Advanced Nonverbal Communication | Concentrates on the study and application of nonverbal communication. Theories and approaches related to the interpretation and social impact of nonverbal communication on interpersonal relationships and organizations are emphasized. Topics include:... |
| COMA6314 | Intercultural Communication | Analysis of cultural influences on human communication. Emphasis on cultural values, norms, perception, verbal, and nonverbal codes. Theory and research related to global intercultural communication provide the foundation for this study. |
| COMA6315 | Communication Studies Graduate Internshp | Students work in approved, professional-level communication position, meeting regularly with an internship supervisor. Requires paper, journal, presentation, and a minimum of 180 hours. Students usually enroll in internships at end of the program of... |
| COMA6316 | Communication Studies Graduate Research Project | Individual students work with their advisor on a research project related to their field of study in communication. Students are expected to meet regularly with their advisor. Requirements will be determined by the advisor. Students usually enroll in... |
| COMA6320 | Organizational Communication | Theories and practices related to communication in a variety in private, public, and business organizations are presented. Topics include: the impact of organizational structure on internal and external communication, culture, identity, and image, me... |
| COMA6321 | Strategic Communication for Organization | Theory and practices related to public relations provide the foundation for this study. Students are introduced to an integrated approach to creating and managing strategic internal and external messages for organizations. Topics include: ethics, cha... |
| COMA6322 | Communication Campaigns | Theories and practices related to verbal and visual persuasive messages are examined to provide a theoretical foundation for this study of communication techniques used by organizations to create persuasive campaigns. Opportunities to evaluate curren... |
| COMA6323 | Communication Consulting | Examines the role of the communication consultant in planning, managing, and assessing organizational communication. Research and evaluation of communication strategies employed in organizations provides students with the practical knowledge for cond... |
| COMA6324 | Communication for Global Organizations | Theories of intercultural and organizational communication are related to communication practices for global organizations. Topics include: organizational culture, nonverbal communication, communicator credibility, approaches to conflict, impact on a... |
| COMA6325 | Organizational Communication Management Graduate Internship | Students work in approved, professional-level communication position, meeting regularly with an internship supervisor. Requires paper, journal, presentation, and a minimum of 180 hours. Students usually enroll in internships at the end of the program... |
| COMA6326 | Organizational Communication Management Research Project | Students work with their advisor on a research project related to their field of study in communication. |
| COMA6390 | Independent Study in Communication | Independent Study courses are devised by, professors to permit students to explore material, not offered in regularly scheduled courses. |
| COMA6391 | Special Topics in COMA | May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replacement for special topics courses may only be accomplished under special topics courses with the same topic and content. |