COMM 1120 - Communication 1
Communication Part-time Studies Course
School of Computing and Academic Studies
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
$494.99
Winter 2019
Below are six offerings of this course for the Winter 2019 term.
CRN 71964
Duration
Fri Jan 04 - Fri Mar 22 12 Weeks
Instructor
Marcus Wong
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 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 this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
CRN 80222
Duration
Fri Jan 04 - Fri Mar 22 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Jan 04 - Mar 22 | Online |
Instructor
Janice Klassen
Course Outline
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*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. *(D)*MANDATORY IN-PERSON FINAL EXAM: If you live within 100 km from BCIT, you must write the final exam at BCIT Burnaby Campus on Friday, March 22, 2019, from 1830 to 2130, without exception. If you live outside 100 km from BCIT, you will arrange to write the final exam at one of BCIT's network of approved Test Centres. You are directly responsible for all invigilation fees and related costs.
- 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. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress
CRN 83342
Duration
Fri Jan 04 - Fri Mar 22 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Jan 04 - Mar 22 | Online |
Instructor
Frances Kirson
Course Outline
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*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. *(D)*MANDATORY IN-PERSON FINAL EXAM: If you live within 100 km from BCIT, you must write the final exam at BCIT Burnaby Campus on Friday, March 22, 2019, from 1830 to 2130, without exception. If you live outside 100 km from BCIT, you will arrange to write the final exam at one of BCIT's network of approved Test Centres. You are directly responsible for all invigilation fees and related costs.
- 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 this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
CRN 86223
Duration
Sat Jan 05 - Sat Mar 23 12 Weeks
Instructor
Rachael Hunter
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 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. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress
CRN 86557
Duration
Sat Jan 05 - Sat Mar 23 12 Weeks
Instructor
Marcus Wong
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 is offered every term, so you will also have the opportunity to take it next term.
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress
CRN 71965
Duration
Wed Jan 09 - Wed Mar 27 12 Weeks
Instructor
Sharad Khare
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite 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 CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(B)*IMPORTANT UPDATE: From September 1, 2018 onwards, all students will be required to take COMM 1120. Transfer credits/exemption will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 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. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress
Spring/Summer 2019
Below are four offerings of this course for the Spring/Summer 2019 term.
CRN 55743
Duration
Fri Apr 12 - Fri Jun 28 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 12 - Jun 28 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- IMPORTANT: Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. *(A)*COMM 1120 IS A MANDATORY CO-REQUISITE for the INTD courses in term one. 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)*BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf *(B)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(C)*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. *(D)*MANDATORY IN-PERSON FINAL EXAM: If you live within 100 km from BCIT, you must write the final exam at BCIT Burnaby Campus on Friday, June 28, 2019, from 1830 to 2130, without exception. If you live outside 100 km from BCIT, you will arrange to write the final exam at one of BCIT's network of approved Test Centres. You are directly responsible for all invigilation fees and related costs.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
One seat remaining as of Feb 21, 2019 8:39 pm PST. Seats remaining may change at any time prior to registration and payment.
CRN 55861
Duration
Fri Apr 12 - Fri Jun 28 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 12 - Jun 28 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- IMPORTANT: Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. COMM 1120 is a mandatory co-requisite for the INTD courses in term one. Transfer credit, PLAR, and exemption requests will not be considered for this course. If you have further questions, contact BCIT_Interior_Design@bcit.ca. *(A)*BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf *(B)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(C)*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. *(D)*MANDATORY IN-PERSON FINAL EXAM: If you live within 100 km from BCIT, you must write the final exam at BCIT Burnaby Campus on Friday, June 28, 2019, from 1830 to 2130, without exception. If you live outside 100 km from BCIT, you will arrange to write the final exam at one of BCIT's network of approved Test Centres. You are directly responsible for all invigilation fees and related costs.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
One seat remaining as of Feb 21, 2019 8:39 pm PST. Seats remaining may change at any time prior to registration and payment.
CRN 66099
Duration
Sat Apr 13 - Sat Jul 06 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 13 - Jul 06 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:30 | BBY |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- IMPORTANT: Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. *(A)*COMM 1120 IS A MANDATORY CO-REQUISITE for the INTD courses in term one. 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)*BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(B)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 is offered every term, so you will also have the opportunity to take it next term. *(D)STAT HOLIDAY: No class Saturday, April 20, 2019.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
Status
CRN 55862
Duration
Wed Apr 10 - Wed Jun 26 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Wed | 14:30 - 17:30 | BBY |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$494.99
Notes
- IMPORTANT: Course registration is restricted to students registered in the Interior Design program. *(A)*COMM 1120 IS A MANDATORY CO-REQUISITE for the INTD courses in term one. 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)*BEFORE YOU REGISTER, click on the URL link for important prerequisite info: https://www.bcit.ca/files/cas/communication/pdf/comm1120_prerequisite_requirement.pdf . *(B)*PREREQUISITE: You must have English 12 final grade of 67%+ (C+). If you do not have the required English 12 mark, you CANNOT register for COMM 1120. You can register for an English upgrading course. *(C)*THERE IS VERY LIMITED SEATING SPACE IN THE CLASSROOM. If this class is showing full, we have already reached the maximum enrollment capacity and cannot accept further registrants. No capacity override or waitlist for this course. COMM 1120 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 full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
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
Part-time Certificate
Books & Supplies
The BCIT bookstore carries textbooks, general reference books, software, and stationery. Please visit bcit.ca/bookstore for more information.
Winter 2019
Books for Winter 2019 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.
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| Business Communication Essentials, 5Th Ed W. Mybuscommlab,+ Custom Etext Rvp | |
|---|---|
| Author | Bovee |
| Copyright | 2015 |
| Binding | Kit/Set/Package |
| ISBN | 978-1-32341-271-8 |
| Price | $123.50 |
| Required | |
BCIT Burnaby Bookstore
If you are taking this course, but are not taking it through either Distance Education or Online Learning, nor at the BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC), please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Burnaby Bookstore.
| Business Communication Essentials, 5Th Ed W. Mybuscommlab,+ Custom Etext Rvp | |
|---|---|
| Author | Bovee |
| Copyright | 2015 |
| Binding | Kit/Set/Package |
| ISBN | 978-1-32341-271-8 |
| Price | $123.50 |
| Required | |
Spring/Summer 2019
No information on books is currently available for Spring/Summer 2019 offerings of this course.
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