300
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.