The Bachelor of Arts in Communication
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING PRIOR TO FALL 2006
Undergraduate Curriculum Major Requirements - 39 credits
(updated 11/02)
Required Courses - 18 credits
- COMM 120 Mass Communication - 3 credits
- COMM 121 Communication Theory - 3 credits
- COMM 210 Media Writing (Writing Competency) - 3 credits
- COMM 244 Communication Research Foundation (Research Competency) - 3 credits
- COMM 263 Public Speaking (Oral Communication Competency) - 3 credits
- COMM 445 Communication Capstone - 3 credits
Capstone
Every communication major is required to complete a capstone experience. In order to take the capstone course two of the following courses must be completed prior to enrolling in the capstone:
- COMM 220 Radio and Television
- COMM 222 Media Ethics and Law
- COMM 224 International Media
- COMM 234 Film As A Medium
- COMM 320 Media Criticism
- COMM 340 Intercultural Communication
Major Electives - 21 credits
Choose 21 credits from any of the following areas:
A. Interpersonal
The Interpersonal Communication concentration introduces students to the study of human interpersonal communication from the scientific, behavioral and humanistic perspectives. This includes instruction in the theory and history of communication, intercultural and international communication competencies, the social role of communication, oral interpretation of literature, interpersonal interaction, small groups, and the relation of speech to nonverbal and other forms of message exchanges.
- COMM 110 Communication in Action
- COMM 121 Communication Theory
- COMM 260 Oral Interpretation
- COMM 263 Public Speaking
- COMM 264 Voice and Speech Production
- COMM 265 Foundations of Language
- COMM 266 Dynamics of Communication
- COMM 340 Intercultural Communication
- COMM 360 Interpersonal Communication
- COMM 361 Successful Business and Professional Communication
- COMM 362 Debate
- COMM 463 Group Discussion
B. Radio and Television
The Radio and Television concentration introduces students to the methods and techniques used to write, produce, and direct various forms of content in the broadcast media and to prepare individuals to function as professionals in these fields. This concentration provides theoretical background in media history, the role of broadcast media in society, and the forms and impact of international media from technological, ethical and legal perspectives. The production component of the Radio and Television concentration provides experience in electronic and digital media through opportunities to work in studio and field production in facilities that include a radio station, a digital audio production lab, two television studios and several digital editing rooms where hands-on production is emphasized. Students have the opportunity to follow courses in both the theory and practice of radio, television, cable, and internet media, and to develop a strong media literacy foundation.
- COMM 220 Radio and Television
- COMM 224 International Media
- COMM 225 Audio Production
- COMM 226 EFP and Video Editing
- COMM 227 Television Production
- COMM 321 Announcing
- COMM 322 Advanced Announcing
- COMM 324 Writing for Radio/Television
- COMM 326 Advanced Television Production
- COMM 330 Internship
- COMM 352 Broadcast Advertising
- COMM 353 Advanced Audio Production
- COMM 421 Broadcast Management
- COMM 424 Radio Production Workshop
- COMM 425 Television Workshop
C. Journalism
The Journalism/Public Relations concentration introduces students to the methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering information in print and broadcast media. The concentration has two objectives: (a) to prepare graduates for professional careers in broadcast journalism, print journalism and public relations, and (b) to enable students to become sophisticated consumers of news media. The concentration includes instruction in newswriting, reporting, editing, media laws/ethics, and public relations principles and practices. Students produce television news shows and publish a campus newspaper. Emphasis is placed on integrating new media throughout the concentration's curriculum.
- COMM 222 Media Law and Ethics
- COMM 223 Press and the Presidency
- COMM 250 Journalism
- COMM 348 Public Relations
- COMM 349 Public Relations Workshop
- COMM 350 Television News
- COMM 351 Advanced Reporting
- COMM 448 Public Relations Case Studies
- COMM 451 Freelance Writing
- COMM 452 Advanced Broadcast Journalism
- COMM 454 New Editing
- COMM 455 Electronic News Gathering
- COMM 459 Journalism Field Studies
- COMM 460 Reporting Public Affairs
D. Film
The Film concentration prepares students to create, interpret and analyze visual language through the study of aesthetic, technical, and ideological concepts applied in the making and producing of films. Studies in this field include instruction in the theory of cinema and media in general, and the incorporation of film production techniques used in making independent narrative and non-narrative films. Students learn the theory, practice and aesthetics of film as a communication art, and become familiar with all the aspects of the language of cinema and media. Courses include film theory and analysis, screenwriting, and an integrated sequence of film production offerings. These incorporate the study of cinematography, sound, direction, editing and postproduction techniques applied in the filmmaking process, both in digital and analog systems, in facilities that include a teaching sound stage and a screening room.
- COMM 234 Film As A Medium
- COMM 239 Filmmaking I, Introductory Filmmaking
- COMM 331 Filmmaking II, Intermediate Filmmaking
- COMM 332 Filmmaking III, Advanced Filmmaking
- COMM 333 Applied Techniques
- COMM 334 The Documentary and the Non-Fiction Film
- COMM 431 Screenwriting
- COMM 432 Dramatic Film Production
- COMM 434 Current Cinema
- COMM 437 Film Editing
E. Theatre
The Theatre concentration offers students a chance to explore the dramatic arts from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Acting, directing, playwriting and other forms of theatrical expression encourage creativity, and sharpen skills of collaboration and effective communication especially as they apply to live performance, film and television. Focus in this area enhances the student's appreciation for theatre as a live art form reflective of cultures.
- COMM 101 Introduction to Theatre
- COMM 102 Acting I
- COMM 115 Production Laboratory
- COMM 117 Performance Laboratory
- COMM 217Scenery Construction and Design
- COMM 270 Acting II
- COMM 272 Acting III
- COMM 273 The Fundamentals of Comedy Writing and Performing
- COMM 274 Acting for TV
- COMM 275 Acting IV
- COMM 276 Sketch Comedy Writing and Performing
- COMM 280 Theatre Workshop I
- COMM 283 Playscripts
- COMM 290 Theatre Workshop II
- COMM 318 Forms of Art
- COMM 377 Directing
- COMM 384 The Golden Ages of the Theatre
- COMM 388 American Theatre
- COMM 389 Drama for Children
- COMM 456 Playwriting
- COMM 481 Acting for TV Commercials
- COMM 482 Acting Showcase
- COMM 483 Children’s Theatre
F. Related Courses
With permission from the advisor, the Department of Communication accepts a limited number of related courses from other disciplines.
Among these are:
- ARTS 282 Introduction to Electronic Publishing
- ARTS 285 3-D Computer Graphics
- ARTS 385 Advanced 3-D Computer Graphics
- MUS 251 Audio Recording I
- MUS 252 Audio Recording II
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