Austin Community College

FY 2009 Course Descriptions

Radio-Television-Film

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COMM 1335 INTRODUCTION TO RADIO AND TELEVISION (3-3-0). A survey of the principles and trends involved in radio and television broadcasting, cable, and the other electronic media, including programming, regulation, business practices, and international telecommunications. Activities in analyzing various types of radio and television programs. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E ( ) Course Type: T

COMM 1336 TV PRODUCTION I (3-1-4). A study of basic television production as it applies to live studio programming. Beginning instruction is offered in areas of studio camera operation, audio for television, and television directing, with an emphasis on underlying principles of video technology. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: COMM 1335. ( ) Course Type: T

COMM 2325 AUDIO PRODUCTION (3-2-2). A basic course dealing with the fundamentals of audio recording production for radio, television, and film. Includes production of public service announcements, commercials, radio news, and dramatic spots. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: COMM 1335. ( ) Course Type: T

COMM 2331 TV AND RADIO ANNOUNCING (3-3-0). A study of the principles of developing effective voice presentation for television and radio. The course includes analysis of announcing and newscasting practices. Current methods in the television and radio industry are covered. Skills are developed through extensive use of audio and video-tape. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: T

COMM 2339 WRITING FOR RADIO, TELEVISION, FILM (3-3-0). This course will instruct the student in basic script formats, terminology, and writing techniques for radio, television, cable, and video. Writing for news broadcast, promotional announcements, and spot announcements and documentary, dramatic, and experimental television will be covered. Students will learn to communicate using the verbal elements of radio and both the verbal and visual elements of television. Skills: E Prerequisites: ENGL 1301. ( ) Course Type: T

DRAM 2366 FILM APPRECIATION (3-3-2). Analysis of the visual, aural, dramatic, thematic, and structural aspects of motion pictures that best depict the cinematic art.
Film Appreciation: Honors - Please contact the Honors Department at 223-3255 or honors@austincc.edu for additional information. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E ( ) Course Type: T

DRAM 2367 FILM HISTORY (3-3-2). A chronological and world-wide survey of the history of the film, plus study of progress in film technology, changing audiences, and the socio-cultural impact of film.
Film History: Honors - Please contact the Honors Department at 223-3255 or honors@austincc.edu for additional information. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E ( ) Course Type: T

FLMC 1304 LIGHTING FOR FILM OR VIDEO (3-2-3). Lighting techniques for 16 mm film and video production. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: RTVB 1305. ( ) Course Type: W

RTVB 1305 INTRODUCTION TO TELEVISION TECHNOLOGY (3-3-0). Selection and application of production supplies and equipment. Digital and analog signal concepts and their use in production and the theory, application, and internal operation of television production equipment. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W

RTVB 1321 TV FIELD PRODUCTION (3-2-4). Pre-production and post-production process involved in field television productions. Topics include field camera setup and operation, field audio, television direction, and in-camera or basic continuity editing with an emphasis on underlying principles of video technology. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: COMM 1336 and RTVB 1305. ( ) Course Type: W

RTVB 2347 MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF ELECTRONIC MEDIA FACILITIES (3-3-0). Management principles of production companies, broadcast stations, and cable companies. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: COMM 1335, RTVB 1305, ENGL 1301, and COMM 1336. ( ) Course Type: W

RTVB 2388 INTERNSHIP-RADIO AND TELEVISION BROADCASTING TECHNOLOGY/TECHNICIAN (3-0-9). A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Insurance: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: COMM 1335, RTVB 1305, ENGL 1301, and COMM 1336. ( ) Course Type: W

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Course Descriptions as of August 21, 2008 04:23am
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