Course details
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
Cost
$492.15 - $530.90 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Fall 2022
Below are two offerings of COMM 1120 for the Fall 2022 term.
CRN 34196
Duration
Fri Sep 09 - Fri Nov 25 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 34196
- $492.15
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$492.15
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the BCIT Interior Design program. *(A)*ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE DELIVERY: This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. You will have readings, discussions, peer review, and assignments to complete each week (although you do NOT have to be online at a particular time or on a particular day). 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. *(B)*SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE FINAL EXAM: You will be required to take the final exam in an online environment on Friday, November 25, from 6:30PM to 9:30PM. Online attendance for the final exam beginning at 6:30PM and ending at 9:30PM is mandatory. NOTE: Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have any questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca.
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 34197
Duration
Wed Sep 14 - Wed Nov 30 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 34197
- $530.90
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Nov 30 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 209 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$530.90
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.
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RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the BCIT Interior Design program. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have any questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(B)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: Registration for COMM 1120 is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the enrolment limit has been reached (FULL), you will not be able to join this class –no capacity override. This course is offered every term, so you will also have the opportunity to take it next term.
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
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:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Certificate Full-time/Part-time
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