Communication
COM 100 - Introduction to Human Communication
Topics-oriented introduction to basic theories, dimensions, and concepts of human communicative interaction and behavior.
Overview
Requirements
What you’ll learn
- Define and describe the complex nature of communication
- Identify and describe the various contexts of communication study, including interpersonal, small group, organizations, public, and mass communication
- Explain the features of communication common to all contexts, including verbal and nonverbal
- Connect theoretical concepts of communication to everyday experiences
- Define key terms used by communication researchers and practitioners
- Describe the relationships between the discipline of communication and other academic areas of study
Transcript
This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU’s campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.
This course satisfies 3 credit hours toward the SOBE: Social and Behavioral Sciences General Studies requirement at Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.
Faculty and course staff
Why take ASU Universal Learner Courses

Why take ASU Universal Learner Courses
- Credit you receive is from a regionally accredited university
- Your credit is highly transferable
- You only pay the $400 course cost if you pass





