Communication Studies 2.0
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) Communication Studies · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Las Positas College Communication Studies program offers courses that lead to an Associate in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree. The major requirements for this degree align with the Intersegmental Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) for Communication Studies. Students will have guaranteed admission to a California State University (CSU) campus upon successful completion of the program requirements. Students should talk with a counselor to determine whether or not this degree is the best option for their transfer goals. General education requirements should be selected carefully based on the intended transfer institution. The course work required for the AA-T in Communication Studies 2.0 provides students with fundamental understanding of the principles of speech communication as well as experience in the application of these principles. Participation in Communication Studies classes develops critical thinking, personal growth, research abilities, presentation skills, and an understanding of the theories, perspectives, principles, and concepts behind human communication.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply ethical communication principles and practices.
- Create and deliver messages appropriate to the audience, purpose, and context.
- Critically analyze messages.
- Describe the Communication discipline and its central questions.
- Employ communication theories, perspectives, principles, and concepts.
- Engage in communication inquiry.
- Utilize communication to embrace difference.
Completion Requirements
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT’s) also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (6 Units) | ||
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| CMST 10 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| List A: Select Three (9 Units) | ||
| CMST 2 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| CMST 3 | Group Communication | 3 |
| CMST 11 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| CMST 46 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| CMST 48 | Activities in Forensics | 3 |
| JAMS 1 | Introduction to Mass Communications | 3 |
| List B: Select One (3 Units) | ||
| Any List A course not already used | 3 | |
| ANTR 3 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| CMST 4 | Introduction to Communication Studies | 3 |
| ENG 4 | Critical Thinking and Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENGL C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| JAMS 11 | Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| Total Units for the Major | 18 | |
| Additional General Education and Elective Units | ||
| See the Las Positas College California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program and the optional course(s) taken. Elective units must be CSU transferable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 42 | |
| Total | 60 | |