COMM 16
Interpersonal Communication
Course Description
This course focuses on the study of interpersonal communication theory, methods, and research, with an emphasis on developing self-concept through listening, verbal and nonverbal communication, language, and cultural knowledge to ethically maintain effective relationships in an increasingly diverse and interconnected global society, both personally and professionally.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48733 | COMM 16 | 02Y | M·W···· | 01:30 PM-03:20 PM | Russell Hong | L49 |
| ······· | TBA-TBA | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
COMM 16.02Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Interpersonal Messages (RRPHE) (4th Edition) Devito © 2017 ISBN: 9780135569436 | Textbook | Required | $159.98 | $120.00 | $79.99 | $79.99 |
| Interpersonal Messages (4th Edition) Devito ISBN: 9780134204437 | E-Book | Required | $110.25 | |||
| Interpersonal Messages -- Pearson eText (OLP) (4th Edition) Devito ISBN: 9780137527670 | E-Book (180 days) | Required | $54.96 | |||
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
- COMM C1000, COMM C1000H, COMM D010. or COMM D010H