Course Overview
This is an applied communication course that examines systematic techniques to communicate effectively and professionally in the workplace; its goal is to introduce students to technical writing skills and presentation skills needed to succeed in career- related courses and at work.
Prerequisite(s)
- English Studies 12 "67%" (C+) or equivalent (ie: COMM 0015 "70+" or IELTS Academic 6.5, etc.)
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$546.88
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student should be able to:
- Determine the purpose and target audience for a variety of communication tasks.
- Select and organize information to meet the needs of a specific audience.
- Make information understandable to listeners and readers.
- Write clear, concise and grammatically correct sentences and paragraphs.
- Use language effectively.
- Use an appropriate tone in written and oral communications.
- Write instructions and describe processes.
- Use graphics appropriately in written and oral communications.
- Plan, organize, and deliver an informative oral presentation on a work-related topic.
Effective as of Fall 2005
Related Programs
Communication 1 (COMM 1120) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Certificate Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below are two offerings of COMM 1120 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 47361
Dates
Sep 11 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 47361
- $546.88 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the BCIT Interior Design program. Should you have further questions about the program, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(A)*COURSE DELIVERY (NO LIVE SCHEDULED MEETINGS EXCEPT FOR THE FINAL EXAM): Course hours are 100% online asynchronous with weekly deliverables and a fixed course-end date. *(B)*FIXED ONLINE FINAL EXAM DATE: Online synchronous real-time participation for the final exam on Friday, November 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 9:30 p.m. is mandatory. Your weekly participation is essential to succeed in this course. On the start date of your class (not before), log into learn.bcit.ca to access your course link. *(C)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: Register early to secure your seat.
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Required
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Status
CRN 46255
Dates
Sep 11 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 46255
- $546.88 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the BCIT Interior Design program. Should you have further questions about the program, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(A)*COURSE DELIVERY (NO LIVE SCHEDULED MEETINGS EXCEPT FOR THE FINAL EXAM): Course hours are 100% online asynchronous with weekly deliverables and a fixed course-end date. *(B)*FIXED ONLINE FINAL EXAM DATE: Online synchronous real-time participation for the final exam on Friday, November 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 9:30 p.m. is mandatory. Your weekly participation is essential to succeed in this course. On the start date of your class (not before), log into learn.bcit.ca to access your course link. *(C)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: Register early to secure your seat.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
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