COMM 1120 - Communication 1
Communication Part-time Studies Course
School of Computing and Academic Studies
To support you and your education, BCIT is adapting applied learning in formats appropriate to the unfolding global situation. All PTS classes are being delivered in an online format unless you are notified otherwise.
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)
Students must have one of the following: 1) English 12 "67%+" or equivalent; 2) COMM 0015 score of 70+.
Credits
3.0
Cost
$473.08 - $508.21 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Spring/Summer 2021
Below are four offerings of this course for the Spring/Summer 2021 term.
CRN 55743
Duration
Fri Apr 09 - Fri Jun 25 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 |
Online Delivery See Notes below |
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| Jun 25 | Fri | 18:30 - 21:30 |
Online Delivery See Notes below |
Instructor
Frances Kirson
Course Outline
Cost
$473.08
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important course registration and info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(A)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you can take COMM 1106 to help you get into COMM 1120. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(B)*COURSE 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). *(C)*FINAL EXAM: You will be required to take the final exam in an online environment on Friday, June 25, from 6:30PM to 9:30PM. Online attendance for the final exam beginning at 6:30PM and ending at 9:30PM is mandatory. *(D)*CLASS SIZE LIMIT: 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.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
CRN 55862
Duration
Sat Apr 10 - Sat Jun 26 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:30 |
Online Delivery See Notes below |
Instructor
Rachael Hunter
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$508.21
Notes
- All scheduled classes will be temporarily online until further notice. On the start date of your class (not before), log into learn.bcit.ca to access your course link. RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the Interior Design program, BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important course registration and info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(A)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you can take COMM 1106 to help you get into COMM 1120. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have further 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.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
CRN 66099
Duration
Sat Apr 10 - Sat Jun 26 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Sat | 13:30 - 16:30 |
Online Delivery See Notes below |
Instructor
Ivana Gotovac
Course Outline
Cost
$508.21
Notes
- All scheduled classes will be temporarily online until further notice. On the start date of your class (not before), log into learn.bcit.ca to access your course link. RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the Interior Design program, BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important course registration and info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(A)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you can take COMM 1106 to help you get into COMM 1120. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have further 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.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
CRN 55861
Duration
Mon Apr 12 - Mon Jun 28 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 12 - Jun 28 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 |
Online Delivery See Notes below |
Instructor
Frances Kirson
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$508.21
Notes
- All scheduled classes will be temporarily online until further notice. On the start date of your class (not before), log into learn.bcit.ca to access your course link. RESERVED: COMM 1120 is reserved for students in the Interior Design program, BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important course registration and info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(A)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you can take COMM 1106 to help you get into COMM 1120. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have further 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. No class on Monday, May 24th (stat holiday).
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
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
COMM 1120 is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Part-time Certificate
Books & Supplies
The BCIT bookstore carries textbooks, general reference books, software, and stationery. Please visit bcit.ca/bookstore for more information.
Spring/Summer 2021
Books for Spring/Summer 2021 offerings of this course are available in the following BCIT online bookstores. Please choose the bookstore appropriate for the offering you are considering.
BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore
If you are taking this course through either Distance Education or Online Learning, please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore.
| Business Communication Essentials Custom, 6Th Ed W. Mylab Bus Comm Nd Code Rvp | |
|---|---|
| Author | Bovee |
| Publisher | Ph |
| Copyright | 2019 |
| Binding | Kit/Set/Package |
| ISBN | 978-0-13655-841-5 |
| Price | $119.95 |
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| Cei Digital: Business Communication Essentials (180 Days) | |
|---|---|
| Author | Bovee |
| Publisher | Ph |
| Binding | Digital Version |
| ISBN | 978-0-13528-572-5 |
| Price | $34.95 |
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| Cei Digital: Business Communications Essentials, 5Th Ce | |
|---|---|
| Author | Bovee |
| Publisher | Ph |
| Copyright | 2020 |
| Binding | Digital Version |
| ISBN | 978-0-13528-573-2 |
| Price | $61.50 |
| Choose One | |
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