Communications
Television Production I
3 Credit Hours, 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Prerequisites/
Proficiencies: Basic Reading proficiency and Basic Writing proficiency
Course Description This course teaches students how to write for, edit, produce and direct complete television programs in a non-dramatic format; how to operate the equipment in the TV studio and control centers; and how to evaluate television content. Students will learn how to work as an assignment editor and anchor person for a TV news program, and will also learn the basic techniques of the extended interview, the panel show and the documentary. Limited to 18 students.
COM102
Video Field Production
3 Credit Hours, 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Course Description In this course student swill practice video production, primarily in the field, using cameras, sound gear and lighting equipment. Students will learn the concepts of camera composition, angles, and continuity of motion picture image. Non-linear editing, storyboarding and basic scriptwriting will also be emphasized. This class is appropriate for students interested in video production for either film, journalism, or multimedia purposes.
COM103
Broadcast Reporting & Announcing
3 Credit Hours, 3 Lecture Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Prerequisites/
Proficiencies: Basic Reading proficiency and Basic Writing proficiency
Course Description Students will learn through the study of current radio and television practices how to edit and write news items for the radio and TV news media; how to broadcast these items on radio and TV; how to use basic equipment associated with radio and TV newsgathering and production; and how to evaluate current broadcasting practices. Students are encouraged to have access to a portable tape recorder and stop watch.
COM111
Public Speaking
3 Credit Hours, 3 Lecture Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Course Description The course teaches students rhetorical theory, critical thinking and the effective construction and delivery of various types of speeches. The course will concentrate on informative, persuasive and impromptu speeches, with other types included at the instructor's discretion.
COM112
Interpersonal Communication
3 Credit Hours, 3 Lecture Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Prerequisites/
Proficiencies: Basic Reading proficiency and Basic Writing proficiency
Course Description Designed to help students understand the theory and develop the skills necessary for effective communication, the course explores communication axioms, verbal and nonverbal messages, message reception and sending, interpersonal listening and feedback, E-prime language, nondirective responding, paraphrasing, describing feelings, behaving assertively, managing conflict and facilitating consensus in small groups.
COM113
Principles of Public Relations
3 Credit Hours, 3 Lecture Hours
Electives: Communications, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Open/Free
Course Description Principles of Public Relations will introduce students to the role, processes, and practices of public relations. The course will examine the historical development and contemporary impact of the field in all its forms. The course will also explore the processes and techniques behind public relations, the identifiable "publics" that practitioners face, and how the profession is practiced today in governmental, non-profit and corporate sectors, and the impact public relations has in the mass media.