MCM2726 INTRODUCTION TO BROADCASTING
3 Credit Hours
Student Level:
This course is open to students on the college level in either the Freshman or Sophomore year.
Catalog Description:
MCM2726 - Introduction to Broadcasting (3 hrs.)
The goal of this course is to help students understand the history and the advancements in the field of broadcasting, and to also help students understand what the field of broadcasting has to offer them (education, jobs, etc.). Through the application of the text and practical, hands-on approaches, students will not only learn about different methods and techniques in broadcasting, but will have the opportunity to produce their own projects.
Course Classification:
Lecture
Prerequisites:
None
Controlling Purpose:
A global understanding of broadcasting and its influences on both past and modern methods of communication is essential in this field. Emphasis will be on broadcasting’s history, technology, regulation, business and creative practices and career opportunities.
Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:
The following outline defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.
Unit 1: Electronic Media
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of electronic media.
- Examine strengths and weaknesses of radio versus television as media.
- Compare and contrast the different radio and television formats.
- Identify how the emergence of electronic media has affected print media.
- Examine the development of the internet and its impact on other media.
Unit 2: Electronic Media Operations and Services
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of commercial operations and noncommercial services.
- Examine radio and audio waves and their impact on operations/services.
- Compare and contrast broadcast stations, networks and cable program systems.
- Identify differences between digital and analog technology as it relates to radio and television.
- Identify and analyze advertising standards, investments, profits, and losses.
- Examine the progression from Educational Radio to “Public Broadcasting.”
Unit 3: Programming
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of programs and ratings.
- Identify program types and strategies while examining the costs and effectiveness of each.
- Compare and contrast network and local scheduling strategies in both radio and television.
- Examine the collection, use and abuse of program ratings.
- Identify, as well as, compare and contrast the different types of programming audiences.
Unit 4 Electronic Media Regulation, Licensing and Law
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of regulation and licensing, media ethics and constitutional laws.
- Examine the Federal jurisdiction as it applies to radio, television and internet.
- Explore broadcast licensing, operations, renewal and enforcement.
- Identify constitutional issues such as the First Amendment, broadcasting’s limited rights, and the First Amendment status of other electronic media.
- Compare and contrast political and public access as it relates to radio, television and other forms of electronic media.
Projects Required:
Conduct a ratings log
Produce 30-60 second commercial
Textbook:
Contact the bookstore for current textbook.
Attendance Policy:
Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Maximum class size:
Based on classroom occupancy
Course Time Frame:
The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.
Refer to the following policies:
402.00 Academic Code of Conduct
263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades
403.00 Student Code of Conduct
Disability Services Program:
Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability. If a student has a disability which may impact work in this class which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.
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