COM 201 -- INTRODUCTION TO MASS MEDIA:
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the mass media and their impact on society. Study of the media will include an investigation of newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and film. The course will trace the historical, technological, and social develops of the media. Particular emphasis will be placed on the influence of the media on content as well as the internal and external efforts at regulation.

COM 203 -- COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES:
3 Credits
This course addresses the theory of audio, video, and computer media production. It will acquaint students with the planning and production practices involved in the composing of audio and video programs and computer mediated graphics.

COM 301 -- TELECOMMUNICATIONS ISSUES & RESEARCH:
3 Credits
This course examines in detail the economic structures, institutional practices, regulatory policies, new technologies, and social impacts of the media. Students will gain a critical perspective on the media through analyzing current issues facing telecommunications and familiarizing themselves with research methods applied to the mass media.

COM 302 OR COM 303
COM 302-- BROADCAST NEWSWRITING:
3 Credits
Students will be introduced to and learn applications of newswriting for radio and television, including hard news features and documentary formats.

COM 303 -- SCRIPTWRITING:
3 Credits
Introduction to and application of scriptwriting techniques in formats appropriate to the media of radio, television, and film.

COM 304 OR COM 305
COM 304-- AUDIO PRODUCTION:
3 Credits
Course introduces students to the fundamental theories and practices of audio production. Topics include: studio recording; linear and non-linear editing; writing for audio; dramatic, commercial, and news productions; and effective use of the voice.
PREREQUISITE: COM 203

COM 305 -- VIDEO PRODUCTION:
3 Credits
This course introduces students to fundamental theories and practices of video production. Topics include remote and studio production, linear and non-linear editing, pre-production and scripting. Students participate in the production of taped video projects.
PREREQUISITE: COM 203

COM 404 -- MASS COMMUNICATION SEMINARS:
3 Credits
Communication law, the effects of mass communication, and broadcast case studies are offered as separate mass communication seminar topics. Juniors and Seniors may select one or more of these topics for their seminar course(s).