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Fundamentals of Communication (CMNS 101)

Credit Course

3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online, In-person, Blended

Introduces the study of human communication. Students develop an understanding of the theoretical principles of verbal and non-verbal interaction by analyzing and applying these principles in a variety of communication contexts. Areas of study include intrapersonal, interpersonal, cross-cultural, small group, and public speaking. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053.
General Education: Arts and Humanities (A).

Sections

Spring 2026 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/16/2026 - 05/10/2026
    • Course ID: #26832

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Catonsville, HUMN 113

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Omolola Akinwole
    • Course ID: #26714

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the late start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Jenny Lopez-Ramirez
    • Course ID: #25073

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 7:55 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Randallstown, R 155

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Ebony Wilder
    • Course ID: #25074

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start 10 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/16/2026 - 05/10/2026
    • Instructor: Anne Chamberlain
    • Course ID: #25103

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      W
      Location: Essex, AHUM 014
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/16/2026 - 05/10/2026
    • Instructor: Trevor Setvin
    • Course ID: #26237

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      9:10 - 11:00 a.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Essex, AHUM 111

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Fran Mindel
    • Course ID: #26818

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 1:05 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Essex, ADMN 217

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Fran Mindel
    • Course ID: #26453

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the 10 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      MW
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Dana Robinson
    • Course ID: #25198

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start 10 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Margaret Miller
    • Course ID: #25082

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Margaret Miller
    • Course ID: #25083

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Course ID: #25920

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start 10 week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Course ID: #25085

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session.

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 8:55 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      R
      Location: Dundalk, CRBL 201
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/16/2026 - 05/10/2026
    • Course ID: #27136

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3