COM 112 Television Production (3) A basic course
in television
production techniques covering the principles of equipment
setup,
operation and care, lighting, sound, sets, props, and camera
techniques. Practical experience in program production during
supervised laboratory work. Two lecture, two laboratory hours
per
week.
COM 120 Introduction to Broadcasting (3) An introductory study
of the principles and role of broadcasting in society. A study
made
of broadcasting history, development, organization, and operation.
COM 130 Announcing (3) A study of the principles of announcing
for radio and television and FCC Rules and Regulations which
affect
typical radio announcer daily operations. Two lecture, two
laboratory
hours per week.
COM 200D Voice and Diction (3) A study of the basic fundamentals
of vocal expression; this course explores non-regional speech
development and the use of the voice as an expressive instrument.
(Same as THEA 200D). PREREQUISITE: COM 100 OR COM 103.
COM 201 Media Advertising and Sales (3) Emphasis on sales
presentations, marketing techniques, rating systems, and rate
structures for print and electronic media. PRE or CO REQUISITE:
COM 110.
COM 202 Broadcast Programming and Promotion (3) This course
introduces students to broadcast programming and the promotion
of programs. The course emphasizes ratings and the promotion
of
programs, formats, services, personalities, and images.
COM 210 Business and Professional Communication (3) This
course explores communication in the workplace by blending
theory
with practical application and skill development. Communication
behavior in organizations, including networks or 'pathways;'
interviewing; group communication; and public presentations
will
be examined. Use of web-based and related communication
technology will be emphasized.
COM 220 Writing for Broadcast Media (3) Principles of writing
for
Radio-TV. Practice in wirecopy editing, rewriting, news reporting
techniques, commercial writing, and commentary.
COM 240 Introduction to Public Relations (3) An introduction
to
the history, theory, and functions of public relations, focusing
on
both principles and practice. To apply skills, students will
analyze
case studies, develop strategic campaigns, and write copy.
COM 250 Argumentation and Debate (3) The study of principles
of
argumentation; emphasis on the student’s ability to
analyze, to
present evidence, to refute fallacies, to apply techniques
of
persuasion; actual practice in debating. PREREQUISITE: COM
100.
COM 270* Audio for Media (3) Provides a basic understanding
of
the theories and technology used in audio production for CD's
,
radio, TV, and film, laboratory included.
COM 271* Introduction to Recording Techniques and Sound
Reinforcement (3) Develops an understanding of the techniques
and technology involved in modern multi-track recording and
mixing.
Hands on experience. Lab included. PREREQUISITE: COM 270*.
COM 280T Special Topics in Communications (1-3) A course
designed to allow the student to pursue special interests
in
communications. Requires permission of the instructor. May
not be
taken in lieu of COM 100 or basic oral communications requirement.
Only six hours may be counted toward graduation.
COM 291P* Communication Practicum: Radio (1-3) Supervised
laboratory or field work in radio broadcasting or radio station
operations. Designed primarily for actual on-air experience.
May be
completed at the College station WVCP-FM or as an internship
at a
commercial station. Students may take a combination of practicum
courses (291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P* and/or 296P*);
only 8
hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.
COM 292P* Communication Practicum: Newspaper (1-3) Practical
journalism experience while producing the school newspaper,
The
Settler. Learning by doing. The amount of required work varies
with
credit hours. Students may take a combination of practicum
courses
(291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P* and/or 296P*); only 8 hours
may
be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.
COM 293P* Communication Practicum: Magazine (1-3) Practical
journalism experience while producing the school magazine
, The
Pioneer. Learning by doing. The amount of required work varies
with credit hours. Students may take a combination of practicum
courses (291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*,295P*, and/or 296P*);
only 8
hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.
COM 294P* Communication Practicum: Video Production (1-3)
Supervised laboratory or field work in video production. A
planned
program of independent study and work experience. The amount
of
required work varies with credit hours. Students may take
a
combination of practicum courses (291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*,
295P*, and/or 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward
graduation. Not intended for transfer.
COM 295P* Recording Practicum (3) Practical experience in
recording operations. Learning by doing. May be completed
at the
Vol State Recording Studio. Students may take a combination
of
practicum courses (COM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P*,
and/
or 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation.
Not
intended for transfer. PREREQUISITE: COM 271*.
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