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SCOM 245. Signs, Symbols and Social Interaction


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 002382 Grading Basis GRD

This course studies verbal and nonverbal communication as used in human interaction. Consideration is given to the function of symbolic systems in self-concept development, the structuring of reality, and social discourse. Attention is directed toward the use of signs and symbols by different ethnic groups, genders, age groups and geographic groups. Prerequisite(s): SCOM 121 , SCOM 122  or SCOM 123 .