Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionSpeech 130 is an introductory course focusing on human communication between two people and in small groups. Through their reading of research-based theories and principles of interpersonal communication, verbal and nonverbal communication exercises, and discussions regarding personal identities and ethical conduct, students learn to identify and understand factors affecting interpersonal communication in personal and professional contexts. The course focuses on self-discovery and developing skills in the ares of language, listening, assertiveness, conflict management, nonverbal behaviors, group problem solving, and cross cultural communication. Students discover and identify the factors that influence communication behavior, and the establishment and maintenance of meaningful and necessary relationships. (C-ID COMM 130) 