BCA - Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
History and critical analysis of outstanding fiction films and filmmakers. Innovations from early silents to the present. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. (University Program Group I-A: Human Events and Ideas)
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Examination of historical, political, economic, social and legal evolution of mass media. Emphasis on mass media and their content in a social and cultural context.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to creating written content for various forms of electronic media. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in one of:
ENG 101,
ENG 103/
ENG 193,
ENG 201,
ELI 198.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
A minimum grade of C in one of: ENG 101, ENG 103, ENG 193, ENG 201, ELI 198
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to planning and producing creative audio and video content for multimedia distribution to tell audience-engaging stories. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The art and science of sound acoustics and basic audio and radio production.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Intermediate course in the fundamentals of video production, technology, theory, and practical application. Course covers crew positions, pre- production process, technology and operation of production equipment.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Quantitative reasoning skills in electronic media management and media audience measurement. Quantitative Reasoning. (University Program Group III-B: Studies in Social Structures)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Provides students with the basic skills to design sound systems and mix sound for live performances and events including Theatrical, Music (Concert) and Speech. Identical to
TAI 270. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
TAI 270
Introduces students to unmanned aerial systems (drone) technology, safe mission management, and FAA regulations for Part 107 certification. Identical to
GEO 280. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. This course may be offered in a hybrid or online format. Recommended:
MTH 105 or higher.
Credits
2(2-1)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
GEO 280
Study of safe drone mission management through hands-on drone operation and applications. Prerequisite: GEO 280.
Credits
1(1-1)
Prerequisites
GEO 280
Corequisites
None.
Using drones to help tell a story through video. Prerequisites:
BCA 223,
BCA 281.
Credits
1(1-1)
Prerequisites
BCA 223, BCA 281
Corequisites
None.
French cinema in historical and cultural context; works of Gance, Clair, Renoir, Carne` and New Wave; overview of other media; includes field trip to France. (Taught in English. Does not count toward the French major or minor.) Prerequisites: Not open to first semester freshmen. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International Education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Not open to first semester freshmen. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International Education
Corequisites
None.
Examination of films by and about Africans and African Americans. First part of course deals with African and second part with African American films. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of American and International media to identify assumptions about global citizenship and how global citizenship relates to issues such as race/ethnicity and identity. Identical to COM 309. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: A minimum of 12 completed credit hours. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International Education. Recommended: A minimum of 56 completed credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
A minimum of 12 completed credit hoursBecause the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of International EducationRecommended: A minimum of 56 completed credit hours
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
COM 309
A study of new and emerging communication technologies applied in mass media industries with emphasis on industrial, social, public policy, and technological changes. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid delivery format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Practice in pervasive short forms of audio and video writing: commercials, continuity, public service announcements, and campaign evolution. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BCA 211 with a grade of C or better; or a minimum grade of B in
ENG 101,
ENG 103/
ENG 193,
ELI 198 or
ENG 201.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 211 with a grade of C or better; or signed Integrative Public Relations major with a minimum grade of C in ENG 101, ENG 103/ENG 193, ELI 198, or ENG 201
Corequisites
None.
Study of, and laboratory experience in, common electronic media performance situations. Prerequisite: BCA 211WI or BCA 311WI or JRN 202WI with a C or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 211WI or BCA 311WI or JRN 202WI with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Techniques and principles of writing and producing news copy for electronic media. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BCA 211 with a grade of C or better; or a minimum grade of B in
ENG 101,
ENG 103/
ENG 193,
ELI 198 or
ENG 201.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 211 with C or better; or signed Integrative Public Relations major with a grade of C or better in ENG 101, ENG 103/ENG 193, ELI 198, or ENG 201
Corequisites
None.
Consideration of subjects not listed in the regular department offerings. Repeatable when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Maximum credit, nine hours.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Directed experience in electronic media. Maximum of 4 hours applicable to degree program. Only 4 hours can count toward a BCA major and 2 hours toward a minor. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA; permission of instructor.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Minimum 2.25 GPA; permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Examination of the concepts and tools for production across media platforms. Topics include mobile and social media technologies, streaming services, and content-management systems. Prerequisite: 26 completed credit hours.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
26 completed credit hours.
Corequisites
None.
Study and practice of field audio recording and production techniques for electronic media application and distribution. Prerequisites: BCA 222 with a C or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 222 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Critical analysis of films written, directed and produced by women, evaluated from a variety of theoretical viewpoints; emphasis on the underrepresentation of women. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to the history, aesthetics and political/cultural importance of queer cinema. Focus on the New Queer Cinema movement. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Strategies for obtaining entry level electronic media positions, and career building strategies for a successful career progression in electronic media. Prerequisite:
BCA 210 with a C or better and a minimum of 56 completed credit hours.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 210 with a C or better and a minimum of 56 completed credit hours
Corequisites
None.
Study and practice in advanced audio recording, mixing and editing for electronic media industries. Prerequisite:
BCA 222 with a grade of 'C' or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 222 with a grade of 'C' or better
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to single-camera/cinema-style video production and post production, including producing, directing, lighting, camera operation and non-linear editing. Prerequisite: BCA 223 with a grade of C or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223 with a grade of C or better
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to multi-camera video producing and directing, including studio and field-remote production environments. Prerequisite:
BCA 223 with a grade of C or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223 with a grade of C or better
Corequisites
None.
Directed sales experience at approved departmental student broadcast, cable and electronic facilities. Class serves as a capstone for the Electronic Media Sales minor. Prerequisites:
MKT 340, 420; open only to signed Electronic Media Sales minors. Pre/Co-Requisites:
BCA 516.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
MKT 340, MKT 420; open only to signed Electronic Media Sales minors
Corequisites
None.
Student-initiated study guided by faculty or faculty committee. Maximum of 4 hours may be applied to degree. Does not fulfill requirements for a minimum of six (6) 400-500 level hours of electives in major. Prerequisites: Signed BCA major or minor; minimum BCA GPA of 3.0; Independent Study Project Prospectus approved by the study supervisor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Signed BCA major or minor; minimum BCA GPA of 30; Independent Study Project Prospectus approved by the study supervisor
Corequisites
None.
Capstone assessment of the student's professional strengths and weaknesses plus refinement of strategies for establishing a successful post-graduate career. Prerequisites: Signed BCA major; a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
Signed BCA major; a minimum of 105 completed credit hours
Corequisites
None.
Critical appraisal of mass communications systems and content with special attention to the electronic media's aesthetic properties and economic, political and societal effects. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites:
BCA 210 with a C or better or signed Cinema Studies minor or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 210 with a C or better or signed Cinema Studies minor or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Creating episodic and serial television scripts from concept to pilot. Emphasis on story structure, characterization, and creative team dynamics. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: 56 completed credit hours; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 completed credit hours; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Techniques, formatting styles and aesthetic strategies for writing and analyzing feature-length cinematic narrative screenplays, emphasizing characterization, plot and structure. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: 56 com-pleted credit hours; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
56 completed credit hours; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Regulation of the electronic media. Examination of legal and administrative materials and cases. Prerequisites:
BCA 210 with a C or better and junior standing or above; or signed Cinema Arts major; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 210 with a C or better and junior standing or above; or signed Cinema Arts major; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Organizational systems and processes of sales in electronic media. Emphasis on techniques found most reliable in modern sales practices in radio, television, internet and cable. Prerequisites: BCA 265; limited to junior standing or above or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 265; limited to junior standing or above or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Tools and techniques of promotion for electronic media. Emphasis on media needs, community relations and problems unique to the electronic media promoter. Prerequisite: Pre/Co-requisite BCA 311; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This class is designed to help students understand the work of a media entrepreneur and the basics of starting and running a business. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Junior standing or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Overview of the sports broadcasting industry. Emphasis on tools and techniques of live-event production and electronic sports reporting. Prerequisites:
BCA 210, 317 each with C or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 210, BCA 317 each with C or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Corequisites
None.
Discusses the role of media leadership. Topics include skills needed to lead companies through the production, distribution, marketing, and monetization of media content. Prerequisites:
BCA 210; or signed Electronic Media Sales minor; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing. standing.
Corequisites
None.
Study and intensive practice in complex media performance situations. Special emphasis on realistic laboratory experience designed to explore the professional requirements of electronic media talent. Prerequisite:
BCA 317 with a C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 317 with a C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Techniques of news gathering, reporting, and interviewing for electronic media. Prerequisites: BCA 318 with a C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 318 with a C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Examination of electronic media programming in terms of recent trends and strategies. Prerequisite: BCA 265; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BCA 265; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content does not duplicate previous special topic studies. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Corequisites
None.
Advanced theory and practice in the production of short form narrative video, with emphasis on the aesthetic aspects of lighting, direction and editing. Prerequisites:
BCA 223, 440 each with a grade of C or better; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223, BCA 440 each with a grade of C or better; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Advanced recording, editing, sweetening, synchronizing and mixing of audio for video/film applications. Prerequisites:
BCA 223, 421 both with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223, BCA 421 both with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
A collaborative experiential approach to writing and constructing original television programming for a variety of platforms. Utilizes an industry-standard studio to create dynamic live productions. Prerequisite:
BCA 223; or
BCA 318WI; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
BCA 223; or BCA 318WI; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
In-depth examination of selected film genres, themes and trends. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content previously studied is not duplicated. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Critical examination of selected film directors, focusing on their themes and visual style. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content previously studied is not duplicated. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
History of the non-fiction film, with emphasis on narrative, aesthetic and rhetorical dimensions, as well as production, distribution and consumption conditions. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Corequisites
None.
Directed work experience at participating media venues. May count 3 hours maximum toward a BCA major or minor. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Prerequisites: Prior written approval of BCA Internship Coordinator; limited to juniors or above; open only to signed BCA majors or minors.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prior written approval of BCA Internship Coordinator; limited to juniors or above; open only to signed BCA majors or minors.
Corequisites
None.
Lecture and intensive hands-on theory, design and production of video and interactive programs specifically for and within institutional/corporate settings. Prerequisites:
BCA 223, 440 with a minimum grade of C in each; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223, BCA 440 with a minimum grade of C in each; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Lecture and intensive hands-on theory, design and production of multimedia/interactive digital video, with emphasis on advanced post- production technologies and techniques. Prerequisites:
BCA 223, 440 with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 223, BCA 440 with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Analysis and discussion of post-broadcast and hybrid media practices as they relate to politics, society, and representation. Emphasis on streaming, mobile, and social media platforms. Prerequisites:
BCA 332; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 332; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Exploration of the music recording industry, music copyrights and music industry business and marketing strategies to reach consumers. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
Advanced recording, mixing and mastering techniques of contemporary music for multimedia distribution. Summer session only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites:
BCA 421 with a grade of B or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
BCA 421 with a grade of B or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance in radio broadcast practices, emphasizing daily operations and radio management principles. Summer Session I only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA,
BCA 222 or 317; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
Minimum 2.25 GPA, BCA 222 or BCA 317; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance in radio broadcast practices, emphasizing radio programming and promotion principles. Summer Session II only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA.
BCA 222 or 317,
BCA 560; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
Minimum 2.25 GPA. BCA 222 or 317, BCA 560; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.
Corequisites
None.