OLS 105 - Introduction to Communication

2 CR

This course explores the fundamentals of communication, including verbal and nonverbal skills, active listening, and social communication strategies. Students will learn how to initiate, adapt, and end conversations in different settings, resolve conflicts using non-violent communication, and distinguish between aggressive, assertive, and passive communication styles. Through interactive activities, students will develop essential skills for clear and respectful communication in personal and professional life. Course is graded Credit/No Credit.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Program

Course Outcomes

Describe the basic process of communication, including the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication.
Apply social communication strategies to effectively initiate, adapt, and end conversations in a variety of settings.
Define active listening and explain how it can be used to improve communication.
Describe how non-violent communication strategies can be used to resolve conflicts.
Explain the differences between aggressive, assertive, and passive communication.

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