May 25, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

COMM 646 Family Communication


Family relationships are the longest-lasting relationships in our lives, and communication plays an important role in the way we experience family life. This course provides an overview of theories and research relevant to family communication. Specifically, students will examine communication as it relates to specific family types, family relationships, and family processes.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Irregular Schedule (in-person/hybrid, occasionally online)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) - CTAC 646
Course History -
Change to prefix 7/2019, effective Fall 2020; New Course 11/2016, effective Fall 2017


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