COMSTD 12 - Mass Communication and Society

    Recent Professors
    S. Shelton, R. Roque, A. Rodriguez
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of COMSTD 12
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · CSU GE Area D0
    Description
    A critical examination of the form, content, and influence of the processes of mass communication. Historical overview and examination of mass-mediated reality using theories of rhetoric and symbolic interaction. Special attention given to the impact of both media technology and message content on how we live and what we believe as individuals and as a society. May be offered as an Honors course.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:00am–12:50pm, Thu 5:30pm–8:20pm