School of Media & Communication

AD 230    Digital Tools    3 Hours

Provides hands-on application of the latest digital tools used by advertising and public relations professionals. Addresses the tools and technology used to research, analyze, manage and present modern advertising and public relations campaigns using relevant theories, empirical analysis and practical examples.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in User Experience (1747) , Graphic Design (1762) , Digital Advertising (1768) , Graphic Design (385) , Corp. Organ. Communication (522) , Corp. Organ. Comm-Prep (522P) , Advertising (727) , Advertising (Seeking Adm) (727P) , Public Relations (763) , Public Relations (Seeking Adm) (763P) , Communication Studies (792) or Communication Studies-Prep (792P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

AD 240    Advertising in a Digital World    3 Hours

Explores the theory and practice of incorporating digital technology into global advertising communication campaigns. Core topics include consumer research, modern branding strategy, and message delivery. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

AD 250    Personal Branding    3 Hours

Focuses on the systematic planning and implementation of deliberate communication messages through the most suitable media, with the goal of building a personal brand. Explores the creator economy, strategic planning, media options, brand partnerships, ethical considerations and evaluation.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

AD 300    Research in Advertising and Public Relations    3 Hours

Prepares students to perform and supervise preliminary research in advertising and public relations environments. Includes consumer analysis, media tracking, attitude measurement, copy testing, online research and evaluation of externally supplied research. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (AD 240 with a minimum grade of C or COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or PR 255 with a minimum grade of C) and (MATH 109 or MATH 115 or MATH 116 or MATH 117)

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Industrial Education (081) , Visual Arts (514) , Corp. Organ. Communication (522) , News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Marketing (720) , Mass Communication (725) , Broadcasting (726) , Advertising (727) , Public Relations (763) or Communication Studies (792)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022

AD 321    Communications Analytics in Public Relations and Advertising    3 Hours

Introduction to practical application of the platforms, tools, data sources, and distribution channels of communications analytics in public relations and advertising.

Prerequisite(s): PR 255 or AD 240 or COMM 212 or permission of instructor

Equivalent(s): COMM 321, PR 321

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

AD 330    Branding    3 Hours

Process of creating and projecting a distinctively authentic personality for a business. Covers traditional and digital methods of branding, with a focus on user experience. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (AD 300 with a minimum grade of C or COMM 300 with a minimum grade of C or PS 301 with a minimum grade of C or SOCL 302 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

AD 349    Advertising Media    3 Hours

Study and evaluation of principal advertising media, including newspapers, magazines, trade publications, radio, television and outdoor. Includes consideration of media and audiences, media rates, budgeting, negotiating, scheduling and evaluations. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 300 with a minimum grade of C or PS 301 with a minimum grade of C or AD 300 with a minimum grade of C or SOCL 302 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

AD 400    Special Topics Advertising    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Various advertising topics not covered elsewhere in the curriculum. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Course Fee: $85

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

AD 410    Portfolio    3 Hours

Students collaborate to research, create and promote websites and/or applications for commercial and non-commercial projects. Synthesizes all elements of user-experience design and branding.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Advertising (727) or Advertising (Seeking Adm) (727P)

Course Fee: $85

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023

AD 415    Study Abroad in Advertising    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Advertising and culture in international and cross-cultural locations. Repeatable once for a total of 6 hours.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

AD 489    AD Internship or Practicum    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Prerequisite(s): 18 hours in the major, and permission of instructor. For departmental majors only. Professional -quality experience outside or inside the University for a fixed period of time. Follow-up with consist student reports and employer evaluation. Open only to Advertising majors. Course will be repeatable once for credit (only 3 hours will count for credit toward major).

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Enrollment is limited to students in Advertising (727)

Course Fee: $85

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

AD 495    Independent Study in Advertising    1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Develops directed research in Advertising. Students must submit a written petition for faculty approval of the study in the semester prior to enrolling. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

BCOM 201    Process and Effects of Mass Communication    3 Hours

Mass communication's potential to influence audience beliefs and behaviors is analyzed. Provides a clear, compelling presentation of the fundamentals and history of the theorectical underpinnings and current status of media effects research-knowledge that will help the student to navigate in a media-saturated environment.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 261    Basic Radio Production    3 Hours

Designed to introduce students to the operation of radio studio equipment and general station operation. Practical experience producing various types of radio broadcast material. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): (SJB 101 with a minimum grade of C or SJB 102 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 264    Digital Video Production and Distribution    3 Hours

Designed for non-Broadcasting majors, this course includes the basics needed to shoot, edit, and distribute video productions in the digital realm. Acquisition will concentrate on lighting, composition and audio for the digital world. Editing and graphics will be explored using non-linear programs, and distribution will focus on CDs, DVDs and web streaming.

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 265    Basic Broadcast News    3 Hours

An introduction to the theory and practice of broadcast news writing styles for radio television, and the Web. Includes analyzing and editing news information with exposure to broadcast news announcing on the student radio station WWHR-FM.

Prerequisite(s): (SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C or SOM 102 with a minimum grade of C)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 266    Basic Television Production    4 Hours (repeatable max of 4 hrs)

Designed to introduce students to production principles, crew positions, equipment and general station operation. Practical experience producing various types of television broadcast and non-broadcast video material in a multi-camera studio environment. Lecture and lab. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): (SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C or BCOM 201 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 300    American Popular Arts    3 Hours

Provides a balanced and comprehensive coverage of the major manifestations of popular mass-mediated arts. Critical examination seeks to reveal the actual and potential values of contemporary "middle culture." Areas to be investigated in detail include movies, popular music, magazines, books, television, radio and related communication channels.

Prerequisite(s): (BCOM 201 with a minimum grade of C or SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C or POP 201 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 301    Mass Communication Law and Ethics    3 Hours

An overview of concepts basic to the freedom of expression. Consideration, through case study and attention to topical problems, of limits on the freedom of expression, including various means of regulation: ethics, law and other social controls. Emphasis on broadcasting applications. Note: Permission of instructor for students outside the School of Journalism & Broadcasting.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 201 with a minimum grade of C and (PS 110 or GOV 110C or GOVT 110 or POLS 110C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 303    Acting for the Camera    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A fundamental approach to auditioning and acting for the camera.

Equivalent(s): THEA 303

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 325    Survey of Electronic Media Writing    3 Hours

A survey of writing for television, radio and web audiences. Practice in writing techniques for commercials, public service announcements, news, interviews and dramatic segments. Introduction to the production elements involved in writing for broadcast and the Web. Note: Permission of instructor for students outside the School of Journalism & Broadcasting.

Prerequisite(s): (SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C or SOM 102 with a minimum grade of C)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 326    Radio and Television News Performance    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A practical application of skills and techniques needed as journalism performers for long-form radio interviewing and television news studio, and field on-camera presentation. The goal is to improve voice and image projection for broadcast journalism presenters. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 265 with a minimum grade of C and (BCOM 261 with a minimum grade of C or BCOM 266 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Broadcasting (726) , Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P) or Journalism (736)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

BCOM 328    Broadcast Weather Graphics    3 Hours

Creation and practical use of weather graphics to formulate a forecast. Data accumulation and effective communication of weather events to a radio/television audience.

Prerequisite(s): GEOG 121 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 201 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 329    Broadcast Weather Data    3 Hours

The use of broadcast satellite and broadcast radar products in weather prediction, emphasizing image interpretation. Advanced analysis of broadcast meteorological case studies related to broadcast weather forecasting problems and severe weather events.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 201 with a minimum grade of C and GEOG 121 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Meteorology (578) , Geography (674) , Broadcasting (726) or Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

BCOM 335    News Discovery and Selection    3 Hours

Gathering news through active news discovery; advance planning, enterprising and prioritizing stories based on criteria of newsworthiness and consequence. Some off-campus travel.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 265 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Broadcasting (726) , Journalism (736) or Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

BCOM 360    Electronic Media Programming / Research    3 Hours

Exposure to full range of broadcast programming options and research concerns. Marketplace and managerial aspects of format design and audience analysis are presented and discussed to reveal the essential nature and role of electronic mass media services. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 301 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 361    Advanced Radio Performance    3 Hours

An advanced production course in radio broadcast programming and personality development. Integrated work on WWHR-FM radio. Projects include weekly air shifts, digital production and editing work, remote broadcasts and involvement in overall station operations. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 261 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) or Broadcasting (726)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

BCOM 365    Broadcast News Reporting and Producing    3 Hours

A practical application of broadcast news information gathering, writing, editing and presentation for the Web, radio and television. Students are exposed to the news decision aspects of broadcast news producing for the student radio, TV and on-line news outliets. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 335 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 368 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Broadcasting (726)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022

BCOM 366    Editing I    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

Editing as a practical experience and as the final tool for the visual storyteller's message. Editing systems include Avid and Final Cut Pro. Work with original material in editing situations that incorporate computer graphics and 3-D animation. Discussion and analysis of editing and decisions considering ethics, philosophy, timing and aesthetics. Lecture and Lab.

Prerequisite(s): (BCOM 266 with a minimum grade of C or FILM 201 with a minimum grade of C)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 367    Field Production    3 Hours

Study of, and practical experience in, single camera field acquisition. Techniques of lighting, audio, talent, and environment manipulation, as they apply to both film and video, are examined in the context of shooting for the edit. Employs advanced editing tools in developing skills by students through use of time code, Avid systems, and DVE units.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 368    News Videography and Editing    3 Hours

A study of, and practical experience in, field techniques of videography and editing procedures and practices as they pertain to television news and documentaries. Emphasis on ethical television photojournalism, digital video, and nonlinear editing for electronic news gathering (ENG) for commercial and noncommercial television news programs.

Prerequisite(s): (BCOM 265 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , News/Edit Journalism(Seek Adm) (716P) , Broadcasting (726) , Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P) , Journalism (736) , Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P) , Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 369    Cooperative Education in Broadcast Communication    3 Hours

Appropriate supervised work with a cooperating organization, defined as a licensed radio or television station, cable television or production facility. Note: 18 hours in the major, permission of sequence coordinator are required.

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Broadcasting (726)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; summer 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 380    Editing II    3 Hours

Continued instruction in post-production techniques and technologies. Focuses include image manipulation, non-linear editing, audio post, visual effects and compositing, with a strong web component.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) , Broadcasting (726) , Advertising (727) or Photojournalism (750)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 385    Broadcast Commercial Sales    3 Hours

A study of the marketing principles, problems and techniques of producing revenue for broadcast radio and television and the Internet through the sale of commercial time. Students are involved in role-playing as well as the preparation and oral presentation of a final marketing project.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 394    Film Animation    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Students learn the basics of producing animated motion pictures by experimenting with a variety of techniques and methods. Also included is a history of the animated film as an art form.

Equivalent(s): FILM 394

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022

BCOM 401    History of Broadcasting in America    3 Hours

Consolidates and interrelates the major historical factors in the development of broadcast mass communications in America; provides perspective on the creation, adaptation and diffusion of radio and television in relation to other mass media.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 429    Broadcast Meteorology    3 Hours

This course teaches the student the intricacies of meteorological forecast elements while completing television studio work, specifically designed to television weather performance. Weather-related features, as well as emergency weather broadcasting, will be covered.

Prerequisite(s): (BCOM 328 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 329 with a minimum grade of C and (METR 324 with a minimum grade of C or METR 424 with a minimum grade of C) and METR 326 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Meteorology (578) , Geography (674) or Broadcasting (726)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 461    Radio Workshop    1 Hour (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A radio production and management course for students with a continuing desire to contribute to the on-air operation of WWHR or for students involved in WWHR staff/management positions. Course work involves practical application of radio production and management skills in the areas of entertainment and news. Lecture and lab. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 361 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , News/Edit Journalism(Seek Adm) (716P) , Broadcasting (726) , Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P) , Journalism (736) or Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 463    Field Production II    3 Hours

Advanced study of single-camera video production, including producing, directing, shooting, and editing. Emphasis on collaborative video field production and post-production.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 367 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) , Film (Seeking Admission) (667P) or Broadcasting (726)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

BCOM 465    Advanced Broadcast News    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

The capstone course in writing, editing, announcing and producing radio and television news reports. Producing, anchoring and reporting for the student television newscast is required. Students also analyze the job market and produce a resume tape for employment. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 365 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 368 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Broadcasting (726) or Journalism (736)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 466    Television Directing    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

Professional level directing course for broadcasting majors. Structured to offer students a thorough knowledge of and experience in directing single-and multi-camera productions. Emphasis on live and recorded programs for broadcast and non-broadcast applications.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 463 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Broadcasting (726)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 467    Broadcast Workshop    1 Hour (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

An intense study of a specific production or news skill generally required of broadcasting personnel. These skills will be identified and studied through discussion and application. Various production-related topics include television lighting, television graphics, electronic news gathering (ENG), commercial spot production, industrial applications, and radio TV sports announcing. Workshop production outlets include regular newscasts, television and radio sports broadcasts, and others. Note: Permission of instructor required.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Broadcasting (726)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

BCOM 476    Advanced Radio Sales    3 Hours

Storytelling's role in radio sales and the critical skills needed in today's radio sales profession. Builds upon the foundation presented in Broadcast Sales (BCOM385) by focusing on selling all of the various advertising platforms in consolidated radio operations. Students will have the opportunity to earn their Radio Marketing Professional and Certified Digital Market Professional certifications from the Radio Advertising Bureau.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 385 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 480    Editing III    3 Hours

Capstone of television production sequence. Culminates in portfolio, which entire production faculty evaluates. Projects, accompanied by complete production books, may target commercial and/or non-commercial outlets for both film and video. Program produced should reflect skills acquired in all previous production courses and serve as anchor of student's sample reel.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 380 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) , Film (Seeking Admission) (667P) , Broadcasting (726) or Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P)

Course Fee: $75

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 481    Problems in Mass Communication    3 Hours

Course offers the student the chance to pursue an independent study in a number or areas including radio, television, cinematography and broadcast news. Note: Permission of instructor required.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; summer 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 482    Television Program Production    3 Hours

Capstone of television production sequence. Culminates in portfolio, which entire production faculty evaluates. Projects, accompanied by complete production books, may target commercial and/or non-commercial outlets for both film and video. Program produced should reflect skills acquired in all previous production courses and serve as anchor of student's sample reel.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 380 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 463 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.

Enrollment is limited to students in Broadcasting (726)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

BCOM 485    Broadcast Operations and Management    3 Hours

A study of the programming, operation, and management practices and problems related to broadcast radio and television stations in the U.S., as well as industry codes and regulatory requirements from governmental agencies. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 385 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

BCOM 491    Internship    3 Hours

Professional-quality experience outside or inside the Unviersity for a fixed period of time and conforming to minimum standards established by the School. Follow-up will consist of student reports and evaluation. Note: 18 hours in the major; permission of sequence coordinator is required.

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Broadcasting (726)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 142    Forensic Practicum I    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 144    Forensic Practicum II    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 142

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 145    Fundamentals of Public Speaking and Communication    3 Hours

Focuses on the preparation and delivery of public speeches (informative and persuasive), with skills development in listening, teamwork, and interpersonal communication contexts. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code F-OC | OC

Course Fee: $5

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 154    New Media Literacy    3 Hours

Develops a framework to access, analyze, evaluate, create and interact with messages in a variety of digital forms, including social media. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-SB | SB

Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023

COMM 200    Communication Foundations    3 Hours

Introduces foundational communication contexts, theories, and processes. Note: Permission of instructor may be required. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code F-W2 | WC

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 145 or COMM 161 or COMN 145C or COMN 161C or SCOM 145 or SCOM 161 or SPCH 145C or SPCH 161C or TRAN A3-L or KGET C-A3 or COMM A3-L or SCOM A3-L or COMM FOC-L or TRAN FOC-L or KGET F-OC) and (ENG 100 or ENGL 100C or KGET F-W1 or KGET C-A1 or ENG A1-L or ENG FW1-L or TRAN A1-L or TRAN FW1-L or TRAN A3-L or KGET CA3 or COMM A3-L or COMM FOC-L or TRAN FOC-L or KGET F-OC or ENG 100E)

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 212    Introduction to Digital Texts and Media    3 Hours

Students will study the rhetorical, critical, and ethical dimensions of digital composing, producing genres such as web-based videos, podcasts, blogs, websites, and video essays.

Prerequisite(s): (ENG 100 or ENG 100E or ENG FW1-L or ENG AA-L or ENG 101 or ACT English with a score of 29 or SAT Verbal / Critical Reading with a score of 650)

Equivalent(s): ENG 212

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 240    Effective Listening    3 Hours

Studies contextual, psychological and logical bases of listening and training in listening for comprehension, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Focuses on critical listening skills in face-to-face, mediated, interactive and public settings.

Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 242    Forensic Practicum III    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 144

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 244    Forensic Practicum IV    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 242

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 245    Argumentation and Debate    3 Hours

Introduces argumentation and debate, emphasizing construction, analysis, and refutation of arguments. Classroom experience is provided in academic debating.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2023

COMM 247    Voice and Diction    3 Hours

Develops pleasing voice quality, correct articulation, distinct enunciation and diction free from substandard pronunciation.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 260    Organizational Interviewing    3 Hours

Offers fundamental principles and practices of interviewing from both interviewer and interviewee perspectives. Requires application of course content to interview process. Note: Permission of instructor.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 300    Introduction to Communication Research Methods    3 Hours

Introduces rhetorical, qualitative, and quantitative methods of inquiry used in Communication research. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and (MATH 109 or MATH 115 or MA 109C or MATH 109E or MA 115C or MATH 116 or MATH 116E or MATH 117)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 315    Sport Communication    3 Hours

Introduces students to the management of communication and public relations within sport.

Equivalent(s): SPM 315

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022

COMM 321    Communications Analytics in Public Relations and Advertising    3 Hours

Introduction to practical application of the platforms, tools, data sources, and distribution channels of communications analytics in public relations and advertising.

Prerequisite(s): PR 255 or AD 240 or COMM 212 or permission of instructor

Equivalent(s): AD 321, PR 321

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 330    Leadership Communication    3 Hours

Studies the role that communication plays in various leadership contexts and situations. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 342    Forensic Practicum V    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 244

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 344    Forensic Practicum VI    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team is required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 342

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 345    Advanced Public Speaking    3 Hours

Advances the preparation and delivery of public speeches including speeches to explain a concept, technical speeches, speeches to convince, speeches to actuate, speeches to entertain, and speeches for special occasions. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 145 with a minimum grade of C or COMM 161 with a minimum grade of C or COMN 145C with a minimum grade of C or COMN 161C with a minimum grade of C or SCOM 145 with a minimum grade of C or SCOM 161 with a minimum grade of C or SPCH 145C with a minimum grade of C or SPCH 161C with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 346    Persuasion    3 Hours

Introduces basic theories of persuasion and attitude change. The course emphasizes communication theory and rhetorical perspectives of persuasion. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 348    Interpersonal Communication    3 Hours

Introduces students to the fundamentals of interpersonal communication, including interpersonal skills, theory, and research. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 145 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 349    Small Group Communication    3 Hours

Studies group dynamics, interaction and communication in group situations. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SY

Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 362    Organizational Communication    3 Hours

Introduces theoretical approaches to human communication in organizations. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 363    Interracial Communication    3 Hours

Prerequisite(s): COMM 263. Examines the role of race as a social construct in communication within and between identified racial groups. Race is studied as a significant factor in cultural identity, communication practices, and as central to perceptions and attributions made intra- and interracially.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 364    Crisis Communication    3 Hours

Examines communicative pre-crisis preparation and post-crisis response strategies. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 365    Intercultural Communication    3 Hours

Introduces concepts and principles from the communication discipline for examining, analyzing, and evaluating challenges and opportunities of engaging cultural differences in peoples' face-to-face and mediated communication interactions in today's increasingly interdependent and interconnected world. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC

Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

COMM 374    Gender Communication    3 Hours

Examines communication behaviors as affected by gender, including assessment of communication differences reflected in organizational, interpersonal, and mass communication modes.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022

COMM 388    Seminar in Political Communication    3 Hours

Focuses on the roles, processes, and effects of communication within the context of politics. This course is required of all Political Communication Certificate students. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 400    Special Topics in Communication    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Offers students courses on various communication topics not covered specifically in the curriculum. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; spring 2021; spring 2022

COMM 415    Study Abroad in Communication    1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Study of communication interactions, processes, and culture in international and cross-cultural locations. Repeatable up to six hours.

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; winter 2023; summer 2023

COMM 440    Health Communication    3 Hours

Examines and analyzes the critical role communication plays in health campaigns, health care delivery, health care contexts, and in health behavior change. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

COMM 442    Forensic Practicum VII    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 344

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 444    Forensic Practicum VIII    1 Hour

Individualized coaching and intercollegiate competitive experience in debate and individual events. Note: Active participation on the forensic team required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 442

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 448    Advanced Interpersonal Communication    3 Hours

Designed as a survey of research and theory in interpersonal communication. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 348 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 450    Family Communication    3 Hours

Designed as a survey of research and theory in family communication. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 348 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

COMM 451    Communication in the Digital Age    3 Hours

Examines various types of computer-mediated communication available in contemporary organizations. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2023

COMM 462    Advanced Organizational Communication    3 Hours

Integrates and applies studies of organizational communication theory and research. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 362 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

COMM 463    Advanced Intercultural Communication    3 Hours

Advances understanding and application of intercultural communication theory and research for examining, analyzing, and evaluating challenges of engaging cultural difference in today's interconnected world. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): (Social Cultural- C or Higher or Local to Global - C or Higher)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

COMM 470    Organizational Relationships    3 Hours

Examines the positive and negative elements of workplace relationships and their importance to organizational and personal well-being. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C and (COMM 348 with a minimum grade of C or COMM 362 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022

COMM 471    Communication in Multinational Organizations    3 Hours

Overview of the significant roles of of communication in multinational organizations (MNOs). Analysis and application of theories and principles for effective communication among a diverse group of employees in various MNO contexts. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 362 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022

COMM 489    Internship in Communication    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Structures appropriate supervised work with a cooperating organization. Open only to Communication Studies and Corporate and Organizational Communication majors. Note: Course will be repeatable once for credit (only 3 hours will count for credit toward major).

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C and COMM 362 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.

Enrollment is limited to students in Corp. Organ. Communication (522) , Corp. Organ. Comm-Prep (522P) , Advertising (727) , Advertising (Seeking Adm) (727P) , Popular Culture Studies (758) , Public Relations (763) , Public Relations (Seeking Adm) (763P) , Communication Studies (792) or Communication Studies-Prep (792P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

COMM 494    Capstone in Communication    1 Hour

Enables students to demonstrate knowledge of the discipline by applying Communication theories to analyze relevant/professional work experience, and illustrate career preparation/readiness.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 and COMM 300 (may be taken concurrently)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021

COMM 495    Independent Study in Communication    1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Develops directed research in communication. Students are to submit written petitions for faculty approval of the study during the previous semester. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 100    Film Industry and Aesthetics    3 Hours

Introduction ot the film industry and aesthetics of cinematic visual storytelling, considered from both studio and independent practitioners' perspectives.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Film (Seeking Admission) (667P)

Course Fee: $65

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 105    Film Appreciation    3 Hours

A study of the basic elements and techniques of the film medium, designed to increase the student's understanding and appreciation of the motion picture both as a communication medium and as an art form. A number of film masterpieces will be viewed and analyzed. Intended for non-majors. Lecture and screening. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023

FILM 155    Film Attendance    0 Hours

Attendance at 8 film screenings or related events within one semester from a Film program approved list.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Film (Seeking Admission) (667P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

FILM 201    Introduction to the Cinema    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A study of the basic elements and techniques of the film medium, designed to increase the students' understanding and appreciation of the motion picture both as a communication medium and as an art form. A number of film masterpieces will be viewed and analyzed. Lecture and lab. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 202    Basic Film Production    3 Hours

Introduction to film production equipment and on-set crew positions. Practical, hands-on experience rotating through crew positions in a workshop setting.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 100 and FILM 201

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 250    Screenwriting I    3 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of screenwritng for narrative film; conflict, character, structure, plot, dialogue, and subtext. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short screenplays.

Prerequisite(s): (FILM 201 with a minimum grade of C or BCOM 325 with a minimum grade of C)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 251    Film Directing I    2 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of directing for narrative film: script analysis, working with actors, rehearsal process, blacking camera, staging actors. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 252    Film Producing    2 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of producing for film: developing ideas, script evaluation, fundraising, budgeting, scheduling, and production management. Emphasis on creative and managerial skills through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 253    Cinematography I    2 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of cinematography: capture/presentation formats, lighting, camera, exposure, and composition. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 254    Production Design I    2 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of production design for narrative film: color and shape, form, wardrobe, hair/make up, and set design/decoration. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 256    Film Editing I    3 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of editing for narrative film: evaluating footage, technical editing, continuity editing, audio editing, basic mixing, collaboration. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 282    Film Production Workshop I    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Intensive, hands-on workshop in the production of short-form cinema. Specific focus of study to be determined in consultation with instructor. Emphasis on techniques and strategies relevant to producing independent film and video.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 101 with a minimum grade of C or FILM 202 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $65

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 290    Practicum: Pre-Production I    2 Hours

Foundational, practical, project-based experience in pre-production strategies for narrative (fiction) filmmaking. Emphasis on the practical application of pre-production skills, strategies, and best practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 291    Practicum: Below-the-Line I    3 Hours

Foundational, practical, hands-on experience in film production as below-the-line crew. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 292    Practicum: Above-the-Line I    3 Hours

Foundational, practical, project-based experience in film production as the above-the-line creative team. Emphasis on the practical application of the above-the-line production skills, strategies, and practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 350    Screenwriting II    2 Hours

An advanced study in the principles of screenwriting for narrative film: conflict, character, structure, plot, dialogue, and subtext. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short screenplays.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 250

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 351    Film Directing II    2 Hours

An advanced study in the principles of directing for narrative film: visual story analysis, director's manifesto development, master-filmmaker style-critique. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 251

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 353    Cinematography II    2 Hours

An advanced study in the principles of cinematography: capture/presentation formats, lighting, camera, exposure, and composition. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 253

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 354    Production Design II    2 Hours

An advanced study in the fundamentals of production design for narrative film: professional practices, set construction, design for visual and special effects, and character design. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 254

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 355    Film Sound    2 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of production and post-production sound for narrative film: dialogue editing and audio restoration, sound design, ADR and foley, pre-dubbing, final mix/re-recording. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 202

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530) or Film (Officially Admitted) (667)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023

FILM 356    Film Editing II    2 Hours

An advanced study in the principles of editing for narrative film: complex continuity editing, dialogue editing, cutting action and suspense, scene transitions, visual effects. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 256

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 359    Topics in Scriptwriting    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Focuses on topics in scriptwriting including, but not limited to, writing for television (narrative), writing the genre feature, and writing for the stage. Emphasizes the practices of contemporary scriptwriters in various genres.

Prerequisite(s): (FILM 250 or ENG 203)

Equivalent(s): ENG 359

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 366    History of Narrative Film    3 Hours

Examines the history and development of narrative film from the silent era to the present. Emphasis on specific narrative conventions of Hollywood cinema.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 201

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2023

FILM 367    Introduction to Film Genres    2 Hours

A survey course covering the historical development, thematic and stylistic conventions, and cultural significance of critical film genres. Surveys representative films from several genres, i.e. film noir, westerns, crime & gangster, thriller, horror, science fictions, romantic comedy, etc.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 201

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 369    Introduction to World Cinema    3 Hours

Examines cinema in several regions including China, India, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Viewing of representative films accompanied by background readings on history/culture. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 201 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

FILM 376    Cinematography    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of cinematography: capture/presentaton formats, lighting, camera, exposure, composition, and color grading. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 282 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) , Broadcasting (726) or Photojournalism (750)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 377    Film Sound    3 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of audio for narrative film: properties of sound, field and studio recording, mixing, and audio post-production. Emphasis on audio/visual storytelling through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 282 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 378    Film Directing    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of directing for narrative film: script analysis, casting, staging, working with actors, camerawork, editing. Emphasis on visual storytelling through short filmed projects.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 250 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 282 with a minimum grade of C and PERF 101 with a minimum grade of C and BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 379    Film Producing    3 Hours

A concentrated study in the fundamentals of producing for film: developing ideas, script evaluation, fundraising, budgeting, scheduling, and production management. Emphasis on creative and managerial skills through short projects.

Prerequisite(s): BCOM 366 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 250 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 282 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film (Officially Admitted) (667) or Broadcasting (726)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 382    Film Production Workshop II    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

A continuation of the intensive, hands-on workshop experience begun in FILM 282. Specific focus of study to be determined in consultation with instructor. Emphasis on techniques and strategies relevant to producing independent short-form cinema.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 282 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $65

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

FILM 390    Practicum: Pre-Production II    3 Hours

Intermediate, practical, project-based experience in pre-production strategies for narrative (fiction) filmmaking. Emphasis on the practical application of pre-production skills, strategies, and best practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 290

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 391    Practicum: Below-the-Line II    3 Hours

Intermediate, practical, hands-on experience in film production as below-the-line crew. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 291

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 392    Practicum: Above-the-Line II    3 Hours

Intermediate, practical, project-based experience in film production as the above-the-line creative team. Emphasis on the practical application of above-the-line production skills, strategies, and practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 292

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 393    Practicum: Post-Production I    3 Hours

Practical, hands-on experience in post-production, designed to facilitate the production of a 6- to 8-minute film during the student's junior year. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous Editing and Sound courses, related to visual and audio post-production. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 356

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 394    Film Animation    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Students learn the basics of producing animated motion pictures by experimenting with a variety of techniques and methods. Also included is a history of the animated film as an art form.

Equivalent(s): BCOM 394

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 399    Special Topics in Film    3 Hours (repeatable max of 15 hrs)

A detailed study of special topics in film. May be repeated with change of content.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

FILM 450    Feature Screenwriting    3 Hours

An advanced, intensive study of the techniques of screenwriting for feature films: outlines, treatments, character, act structure, subplots. Emphasis on visual storytelling through completion of a feature screenplay.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 250 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 465    Film Genres    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Study of the historical development, thematic and stylistic conventions, and cultural significance of film genre(s). Surveys representative films from one or two genres, e.g., film noir and the Western; romantic comedy and family melodrama; horror and science fiction; the musical; the war film; the epic. May be taken twice as long as genres differ. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): (ENG 365 or FILM 201) and (Foundations Literary Studies or ENG 200 or MLNG 200 or RELS 200 or ENG FAH-L or ENG B1-L)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 466    Film Theory    3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

Study of major theories of narrative film and related media; specific theories examined will include formalist, auteurist, historical, structuralist, psychoanalytical, and political. Will include viewing of selected films.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 369

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 469    Topics in World Cinema    3 Hours

An advanced, in-depth study of world cinema. Subjects might include national cinemas, directors, or select genres, movements or periods. Viewings of representative films will be accompanied by readings on history/culture.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 369 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

FILM 482    Film Production Workshop III    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Senior-level production practicum. Specific focus of study to be determined in consultation with instructor. Emphasis on film and video techniques and strategies learned across the entire program of study of the Film major.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 376 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 377 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 379 with a minimum grade of C and FILM 378 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2023

FILM 486    Film Capstone    3 Hours

A senior capstone experience synthesizing and assessing the complete field of study for film majors. Includes an exploration of career and graduate study opportunities.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.

Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530) or Film (Officially Admitted) (667)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 489    Thesis Development    3 Hours

Collaborative development experience, designed to facilitate the production of a 10- to 12-minute film during the student's senior year. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous Screenwriting and Producing courses, related to screenplay and project development. Specific focus in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 252 and FILM 350

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 490    Practicum: Pre-Production III    3 Hours

Advanced, practical, project-based experience in pre-production strategies for narrative (fiction) filmmaking. Emphasis on the practical application of pre-production skills, strategies, and best practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 390

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 491    Practicum: Below-the-Line III    3 Hours

Advanced, practical, hands-on experience in film production as below-the-line crew. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 391

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 492    Practicum: Above-the-Line III    3 Hours

Advanced, practical, project-based experience in film production as the above-the-line creative team. Emphasis on the practical application of above-the-line production skills, strategies, and practices covered and developed in previous course offerings. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 392

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

FILM 493    Practicum: Post-Production II    3 Hours

Advanced hands-on experience in post-production, designed to facilitate the production of a 10- to 12-minute film during the student's senior year. Emphasis on techniques and strategies developed in previous Editing and Sound courses, related to visual and audio post-production. Specific focus designed in consultation with instructor.

Prerequisite(s): FILM 393

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Film Production (530)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023

FILM 499    Directed Study in Film    1-4 Hours (repeatable max of 8 hrs)

A study of a specific area of focus or topic regarding film production directed by a faculty member.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 202    Introduction to News Writing    3 Hours

Report and writing skills primarily focused for print and online news. The course focuses on accuracy, responsibility, clarity, AP style, structure, interviewing, sourcing, and story generation. Research is emphasized. Course fee.

Course Fee: $50

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 301    Press Law and Ethics    3 Hours

An in-depth study of concepts basic to freedom of expression, with emphasis on libel, privacy, free-press and fair-trial guidelines, access to government information, and obscenity. Attention is given to attendant ethical considerations.

Prerequisite(s): SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C and JOUR 202 with a minimum grade of C and (PS 110 with a minimum grade of C or PS 220 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 302    Intermediate Reporting    3 Hours

Reporting and writing for print and online media. Emphasis on using journalistic style and grammar, interviewing and writing news stories on a range of topics including governmental affairs.

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 202 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Broadcasting (726) , Advertising (727) , Journalism (736) , Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P) , Photojournalism (750) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Public Relations (763)

Course Fee: $50

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 323    Multiplatform News Presentation    3 Hours

Basic instruction in copy editing and headline writing for print and online publication. Course will include topics in visual editing, news selection and ethical considerations.

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 202 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Advertising (727) , Journalism (736) , Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P) , Photojournalism (750) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Public Relations (763)

Course Fee: $50

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 325    Feature Writing    3 Hours

A professional reporting course that teaches feature writing and marketing of feature articles for print and online. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 302 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Broadcasting (726) , Advertising (727) , Journalism (736) , Photojournalism (750) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Public Relations (763)

Course Fee: $50

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

JOUR 422    Current Issues in Mass Communication    3 Hours

A senior-level seminar designed as a capsule course for journalism students focusing on a variety of topics including, but not limited to, access to the media, protection of confidential sources, objectivity, fairness, the media influence on the decision-making process, and the new technology. Capstone course for the mass communication major. Note: 18 hours of journalism for journalism majors is required.

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

JOUR 426    Advanced Reporting    3 Hours

Designed to produce for publication in-depth news reporting, including reporting on government affairs, using interviewing, observation and public records research skills coupled with computer assisted reporting. Capstone course for news/editorial curriculum.

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 325 with a minimum grade of C and JOUR 323 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716)

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022

JOUR 467    News / Editorial Internship Practicum    1 Hour (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

An intense study of a specific news writing, editing, visual or production skill in a professional media outlet. The skill will be identified and studied through discussion and application.

Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2021; summer 2021

JOUR 481    Problems in Mass Communication    3 Hours

In-depth study of challenges in Journalism and Mass Communication. Involves research, planning, execution, and implementation of a project, guided by the instructor.

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior, Sophomore or Senior.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023

JOUR 491    Internship or Practicum    3 Hours

Professional-quality experience outside or inside the University for a fixed period of time and conforming to minimum standards established by the School. Follow-up will consist of student reports and evaluation. Note: 18 hours in the major and permission of sequence head is required.

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , Mass Communication (725) , Broadcasting (726) , Advertising (727) , Journalism (736) , Photojournalism (750) or Public Relations (763)

Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023

POP 201    Introduction to Popular Culture Studies    3 Hours

An interdisciplinary introduction to the major theories and subjects of the study of popular culture. The course offers a range of theoretical and methodological approaches to considering the producers, audiences and meanings of the culture of everyday life in a variety of historical and cultural contexts. Note: Permission of instructor. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Prerequisite(s): (ENG 100 or ENGL 100C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022

POP 389    Independent Studies in Popular Culture Studies    1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)

Supervised individual study in a topic or area of Popular Culture Studies that is of particular interest to the student. Note: Requires instructor permission.

Prerequisite(s): POP 201

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

POP 399    Special Topics in Popular Culture Studies    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

A detailed study of special topics in popular culture studies.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

POP 498    Senior Seminar in Popular Culture Studies    1 Hour

A capstone course designed for Popular Culture Studies majors. Under the guidance of a faculty mentor, students will complete a substantial independent research or creative project and share their work with peers in a seminar setting. Note: Permission of instructor and at least 21 credit hours in major required.

Prerequisite(s): POP 201

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021

PR 255    Fundamentals of Public Relations    3 Hours

Introduction to principles, practices and theory of public relations. Provides basic understanding of role played by PR in society; historical, ethical and sociological foundations of PR; and tasks and functions performed in organizations by those responsible for managing and implementing PR activities. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-SB | SB

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023

PR 321    Communications Analytics in Public Relations and Advertising    3 Hours

Introduction to practical application of the platforms, tools, data sources, and distribution channels of communications analytics in public relations and advertising.

Prerequisite(s): PR 255 or AD 240 or COMM 212 or permission of instructor

Equivalent(s): COMM 321, AD 321

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

PR 350    Legal and Ethical Foundations of Strategic Communication    3 Hours

Study of the interconnecting legal and ethical responsibilities relevant to those in public relations, advertising, and related communication contexts.

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

PR 354    International Public Relations    3 Hours

Issues and processes relating to the practice of international public relations, including international public relations campaign and business styles.

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; spring 2023

PR 356    Digital Tactics in Public Relations    3 Hours

Examines the strategic use of digital and social media platforms and tools for public relations purposes with an emphasis on hands-on experience and skill. Lecture and lab. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): PR 255 with a minimum grade of C and JOUR 202 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

PR 358    Public Relations Writing and Production    3 Hours

Writing and production of print and electronic messages to achieve organizational objectives. Includes writing styles appropriate for various media and publication design strategies to achieve public relations goals. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): PR 255 with a minimum grade of C and JOUR 202 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

PR 400    Special Topics in Public Relations    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Various public relations topics not covered specifically in the curriculum. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): (COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C or ENG 300 with a minimum grade of C)

Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman may not enroll.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023

PR 415    Study Abroad in Public Relations    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Public relations and culture in international and cross-cultural locations Repeatable once for a total of 6 hours.

Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023

PR 454    Public Relations Strategy and Planning    3 Hours

Course in conceptualizing, managing, monitoring and implementing specialized programs. Practical guidance and experience in applying logic, implementation and evaluation and development of PR case studies. Actual clients are often used. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): (AD 300 with a minimum grade of C or COMM 300 with a minimum grade of C or PS 301 with a minimum grade of C or SOCL 302 with a minimum grade of C) and (PR 356 with a minimum grade of C or PR 358 with a minimum grade of C)

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; fall 2022; fall 2023

PR 456    Public Relations Management    3 Hours

Advanced course in conceptualizing, managing, monitoring and implementing specialized commercial and social programs for corporate, service and government institutions. This capstone PR course involves interaction with actual clients. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): PR 454 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Public Relations (763)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; spring 2022; spring 2023

PR 489    PR Internship or Practicum    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. For Public Relations majors only. Professional-quality experience outside or inside the University for a fixed period of time. Follow-up with consist student reports and employer evaluation. Open only to Public Relations majors. Course will be repeatable one for credit (only 3 hours will count for credit toward major).

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.

Enrollment is limited to students in Public Relations (763)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; summer 2021; fall 2021; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023

PR 495    Study in Public Relations    1-6 Hours

Develops directed research in Public Relations. Students must submit a written petition for faculty approval of the study in the semester prior to enrolling. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

SOM 101    Understanding Media Content, Ethics and Technology    3 Hours

Develops a framework to access, analyze, evaluate, and interact with content, audiences and technology in a variety of digital forms.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Broadcasting (726) , Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P) , Advertising (727) , Advertising (Seeking Adm) (727P) , Journalism (736) , Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P) , Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) , Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P) , Public Relations (763) or Public Relations (Seeking Adm) (763P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

SOM 102    Media Content, Collaboration and Community    3 Hours

Working in collaborative teams to produce digital content for distribution through various media channels including web, social, and mobile. Lecture and lab.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in News/Editorial Journalism (716) , News/Edit Journalism(Seek Adm) (716P) , Broadcasting (726) , Broadcasting (Seeking Adm) (726P) , Advertising (727) , Advertising (Seeking Adm) (727P) , Journalism (736) , Journalism - Seeking Admission (736P) , Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) , Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P) , Public Relations (763) or Public Relations (Seeking Adm) (763P)

Course Fee: $40

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

SOM 241    Visualizing Data in Journalism    3 Hours

Learn to find and examine large sets of data to identify embedded trends and stories, and display this data visually. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): SOM 101 with a minimum grade of C and SOM 102 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

SOM 310    Media Diversity    3 Hours

Explores journalistic coverage of diversity in terms of race, culture, gender, and sexual orientation in a number of mass media areas including newspaper, radio, television, film, video games, digital media, advertising, and public relations. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC

Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status

Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2021; fall 2021; spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023

SOM 330    Interactive Design    3 Hours

Exploration into the design process and techniques for creating interactive experiences. Encompasses information architecture, usability, front-end programming and design literacy, as well as applied user-experience design. Lecture and lab.

Prerequisite(s): AD 210 with a minimum grade of C or SOM 210 with a minimum grade of C

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

SOM 340    Programming for Media Platforms    3 Hours

Introduction to concepts, principles, and skills required to code and program media platforms. Explores modern markup languages and content management systems. No programming experience required. Note: Permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): SOM 210 with a minimum grade of C or AD 210 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $35

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

SOM 399    Special Topics in Media--Study Abroad    1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

This course covers media and cultural study and practical journalism experiential learning in international or out-of-town locations. This course may be repeated one time, but no more than three (3) total hours may be in included in the major or minor portion of the degree program.

Equivalent(s): SJB 399

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

SOM 402    First Amendment Research and Reporting    3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. A practical, hands-on alternative capstone course that brings together skills learned throughout the student's academic career to provide an opportunity to work within a team concept and to produce a series of stories related to First Amendment issues.

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2021; spring 2023

SOM 421    American News Media History    3 Hours

Major events and personalities in the development of print and electronic journalism, advertising and public relations from Gutenberg to the present, with future projections. Includes consideration of involvement of minorities and women. Analysis of contemporary journalism in the context of its history.

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

VJP 101    Influence of the Photograph    3 Hours

A study of the prevalence and impact of photographs that are disseminated throughout social media and traditional publications. Beyond analyzing the creation and structure of photographs, special emphasis and discussion will focus on how these images inform and persuade society. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 131    Fundamentals of Photography    3 Hours

Introduces students to the principles of photography, including exposure, composition, light, and moments, through demonstrations, field assignments, and class critiques. A DSLR, mirrorless camera, or high-quality, adjustable point-and-shoot camera is required (no cell phone cameras). Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Course Fee: $90

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 261    Mobile Media Storytelling    3 Hours

Online journalistic storytelling using photographs, words, audio, video, screen design, and data visualization. Weekly assignments explore the context of visual outlets, including social media and community engagement. Smartphone required. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH

Course Fee: $60

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 330    Short Form Documentary    3 Hours

Analysis and hands-on application of visual storytelling, editing techniques, and story structure, primarily used in the documentary video genre. Requires off-campus transportation, DSLR or mirrorless equipment with video capabilities, audio equipment, and an external hard drive.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 131 with a minimum grade of C

Course Fee: $125

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 331    Photojournalism    3 Hours

The practice of photojournalism as a means of storytelling through multiple-picture fieldwork projects in the community, caption writing, presentation, portfolio development, and ethical decision-making. Off-campus transportation, DSLR or mirrorless camera, and external hard drive required.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 131 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) or Visual Journalism Photograph (752)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

VJP 332    Picture Editing    3 Hours

A study of the process of making informed and ethical decisions concerning the publication of still images and video. Topics include picture choice, editing software, traditional, and online presentation design, and the role of the picture editor in various media platforms.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 131 with a minimum grade of C or VJP 261 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Journalism (736) , Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P)

Course Fee: $125

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 333    Studio Lighting    3 Hours

Application of techniques using lighting in the studio and on location. Weekly assignments include portraits, products and illustrations. Ethical implications of lighting techniques discussed. DSLR or mirrorless camera and external hard drive required.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 131 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

VJP 390    Cultural History of Photography    3 Hours

Students will gain an understanding of the impact of the photographic image in different media, how photography has played a significant role in recording history since the 19th Century, and how the evolution of visual media has changed our perception of the world. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG

Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status

Course Fee: $90

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 430    Advanced Short Form Documentary    3 Hours

An advanced, project-based application of documentary storytelling, editing, narrative structure, and journalistic ethics, with peer review and critique. Weekly assignments direct the student to understand a structured approach to the genre. Requires off-campus transportation, DSLR or mirrorless equipment with video capabilities, audio equipment, and an external hard drive.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 330 with a minimum grade of C and VJP 331 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) or Visual Journalism Photograph (752)

Course Fee: $125

Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023

VJP 431    Advanced Photojournalism    3 Hours

Application and development of advanced visual storytelling skills, including multiple-picture projects; covering news, features, sports, and portraits; writing; online presentation; interpersonal communication; and ethical decision-making. Off campus transportation, DSLR or mirrorless camera, and external hard drive required.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 330 with a minimum grade of C and VJP 331 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) or Visual Journalism Photograph (752)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

VJP 433    Advanced Lighting    3 Hours

On-location lighting and advanced studio techniques. Emphasis placed on portraits, commercial, editorial and illustrative photography. Final project includes a lighting portfolio. Off-campus transportation, small systems strobes, DSLR or mirrorless camera and external hard drive required.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 333 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) , Photojournalism (Seeking Adm) (750P) , Visual Journalism Photograph (752) or Visual Jour Photo (Seek Adm) (752P)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None

VJP 436    Photojournalism and Documentary Projects    3 Hours

Capstone for Photojournalism and Documentary major. Emphasis on long-term projects based on critical thinking and journalistic ethical discussion. A student portfolio is presented to reflect mastery of skills. Guest lecturers from the visual industry enhance student learning. Requires off-campus transportation, DSLR, or mirrorless equipment with video capabilities, audio equipment, and an external hard drive.

Prerequisite(s): VJP 430 with a minimum grade of C or VJP 431 with a minimum grade of C

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Photojournalism (750) or Visual Journalism Photograph (752)

Recent Term(s) Offered: None