- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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
$525.30
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.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Bachelor of Creative Industries
Bachelor of Creative Industries Full-time
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Certificate Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are two offerings of COMM 1120 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 55743
Dates
Apr 11 - Jun 27 In Progress
- CRN 55743
- $525.30 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rachael Hunter
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
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.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students studying in the BCIT Interior Design program. Should you have any questions about the program, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(A)*COURSE HOURS ARE 100% ONLINE ASYNCHRONOUS: instructor-led but flexible hours with weekly deliverables and a fixed final exam/course end date. 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)*FIXED ONLINE FINAL EXAM DATE: You will be required to take the final exam in an online environment on Friday, June 27, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Online attendance for the final exam beginning at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 9:30 p.m. is mandatory. *(C)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: It is not possible to add more seats to this class. If the COMM 1120 class is full, you can take it next term.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 55861
Dates
Apr 11 - Jun 27 In Progress
- CRN 55861
- $525.30 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rachael Hunter
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
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.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students studying in the BCIT Interior Design program. Should you have any questions about the program, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(A)*COURSE HOURS ARE 100% ONLINE ASYNCHRONOUS: instructor-led but flexible hours with weekly deliverables and a fixed final exam/course end date. 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)*FIXED ONLINE FINAL EXAM DATE: You will be required to take the final exam in an online environment on Friday, June 27, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Online attendance for the final exam beginning at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 9:30 p.m. is mandatory. *(C)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: It is not possible to add more seats to this class. If the COMM 1120 class is full, you can take it next term.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.