Distance Learning Courses: Courses in the department approved for offering in a distance learning format include: IPC 365, 461.

IPC 195 Intercultural Communication 3(3-0) F, Sp
Content focuses on how values, attitudes and beliefs influence communication among people from different cultural backgrounds.

IPC 251 Foundations of Communication Theory 3(3-0) F, Sp
Basic theories pertaining to spoken symbolic interaction, focusing mainly on the psychological and sociological aspects of interpersonal communication and public address.

IPC 255 Special Topics in Interpersonal Public Communication 1-6(Spec) D
Varied topics of current interest; listed in the Schedule of Classes.

IPC 264 Organizational Communication 3(3-0) F
Current communication theories and practices in the modern formal organization. Especially recommended for students on preprofessional curricula.

IPC 267 Introduction to Debate 3(3-0) F, Sp
Prepares students without experience to gain understanding of theory and practice of debate. Recommended for prelaw, prebusiness, urban government students, and teachers.

IPC 269 Practicum in Debate/Forensics 2-8(Spec) F, Sp
Opportunities for intensive research on topics in debate and various forms of forensics for students in the University forensics program. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

IPC 301 Survey of Research in Speech Communication 3(3-0) F, Sp
An introduction to the research and its methodologies in speech communication. Students will read and write about primary research in the discipline. Prerequisite: A grade of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251.

IPC 353 Communication in Small Groups 3(3-0) F, Sp
Theories and application of the methods surrounding small-group interaction processes.

IPC 357 Public Speaking 3(3-0) F, Sp
Theories and techniques for creating public speeches. Designed for students who seek to improve public-speaking skills.

IPC 361 Dynamics of Interpersonal Communication 3(3-0) F, Sp
Assists the student in understanding the interpersonal communication process and in analyzing barriers to its effectiveness.

IPC 362 Male-Female Communication 3(3-0) F, Sp
Focuses on the role of communication in the creation and perpetuation of gender stereotypes. Emphasis on personal growth and awareness in a variety of contexts. Identical to WST 362.

IPC 363 Principles and Types of Interviewing 3(3-0) F, Sp
Study of establishing and achieving communication goals in a variety of formalized interviewing contexts. Emphasis given to question development and interviewing skills.

IPC 365 Persuasion 3(3-0) Sp
Application of theories and principles underlying attitude change.

IPC 367 Nonverbal Communication 3(3-0) F
Examines the nonlanguage dimensions of communication in several social settings: dyadic, small group, crosscultural, and subcultural.

IPC 401 Capstone in Communication 3(3-0) Sp
Designed to help students integrate their communication knowledge and develop higher order thinking and interaction skills by applying them to professional and real-world situations. Prerequisites: IPC 251, 301 with a grade of C or better; IPC 353, 357, and 361; plus 9 more hours toward the IPC major.

IPC 461 Communication in Leadership 3(3-0) F, Sp
Theory and practice in leadership skills with special emphasis on oral communication. Examines leadership in both voluntary and nonvoluntary organizations. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 464 Communication Internship 1-6(Spec) Sp, Su
Designed to apply a variety of classroom concepts and skills within a supervised organizational setting. Prerequisite: Prior written approval of IPC internship coordinator. Limited to junior and senior IPC majors and minors.

IPC 468 Theories of Interpersonal Communication 3(3-0)
Survey of interpersonal communication theories. Focuses on current issues and concepts in the area of interpersonal relationships. Prerequisites: IPC 251, 301, with a grade of C (2.0) or better; IPC 361; or permission of instructor

IPC 490 Independent Study Each 1-4(Spec) F, Sp, Su
Student-initiated study guided by faculty member or faculty committee. Undergraduate prerequisites: An overall B average; permission of advisor and instructor (and completion of form).

IPC 495 Communication Facilitation 2-6(Spec) F, Sp
Guided experience as teaching assistant in a communication class. Students will have the opportunity to develop interpersonal, small group, public speaking, and supervisory communication skills in an applied setting. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

IPC 555 Special Topics in Interpersonal and Public Communication 1-9(Spec) D
Current topics of each semester listed in the Class Schedule. Three hours each; maximum credit 9 hours. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 558 Historical Backgrounds of Communication Theory 3(3-0) D
Theories of rhetoric and communication from the classical, medieval, and Renaissance periods studied in a comprehensive historical philosophical survey. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 560 Communication and Change: The Diffusion of Ideas and Information 3(3-0) F, Sp
Research and methods of communicating changes into existing social systems. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 561 Communication in Conflict Management 3(3-0) F, Sp
Theory, research, and practical application of managing conflicts through communication. Focuses on conflict between people in the contexts of family, group, and organizations. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 562 Family Communication 3(3-0) F, Sp
The study of verbal and nonverbal communication processes, patterns, and problems in the family. The uniqueness of the family system as a communication context is emphasized. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

IPC 565 Communication Training in Organizations 3(3-0) D
This course examines the role of training in improving communication in organizations. The course discusses the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of organizational communication training. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, IPC 264; IPC 301; or permission of instructor

IPC 569 Communication in the Classroom 3(3-0) F, Sp
Integrated research from several fields describing communication patterns among students and teacher-to-student within school settings. Designed for students interested in teaching or administration. Prerequisites: Completion of 56 hours of undergraduate credit, or permission of the instructor.

IPC 594 Directing Speech Activities 3(3-0) D
Designed to provide the student or the professional teacher with the skills needed to coach and administer forensic activities on the high school level. Prerequisites: Grades of C (2.0) or better in IPC 251, 301; or permission of instructor.

For 600 and 700 level course descriptions consult the current Graduate Bulletin.

IPC 602 Qualitative Research Methods 3(3-0) Sp (Odd Year)

IPC 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)

IPC 660 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication 3-9(Spec) D 

IPC 661 Contemporary Communication Theory 3(3-0) F

IPC 662 Advanced Persuasion 3(3-0) D

IPC 664 Advanced Organizational Communication 3(3-0) Sp

IPC 665 Seminar in Communication and Negotiation in Employee Relations 3(3-0) D

IPC 667 Advanced Studies in Intercultural Communication 3(3-0) D

IPC 668 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication 3(3-0) F

IPC 750 Rhetorical Criticism 3(3-0) Sp (Even Year)

IPC 764 Communication Internship 1-6(Spec) Sp, Su

IPC 790 Advanced Independent Study 1-4(Spec) F, Sp, Su

IPC 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec) F, Sp, Su

Credit Limitation. Courses in the Department that are subject to graduate credit limitation under the policy covering unspecified content or variable credit are: IPC 555, IPC 660, IPC 764, IPC 790.

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