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| 201 | Introduction to Mass Communication (3). The historical development of man’s dissemination of information and the economic and social impacts of media are discussed. |
| 203 | Introduction to News Writing (3). This course is designed to acquaint students with the style of writing required in electronic communication, print journalism, and public relations. Wire systems also will be introduced and discussed. |
| 300 | Ethics in Mass Communication (3). A study of the ethical, moral, and Christian values that journalists should possess as members of the working press. An exploration of the standards that the general press should follow when dealing with the lives of public and private individuals. |
| 302 | Introduction to News Reporting (3). Prereq: COM 201, 203. Beginning course designed to teach the fundamentals of news writing, news style, news gathering, news evaluation, and ethics for the media. |
| 303 | Public Affairs Reporting (3). Prereq: COM 302. Determining how to locate sources to obtain information. Using research and other sources to gather and disseminate information to the general public. |
| 305 | News Editing (3). Prereq: COM 302. Editing of stories, writing headlines, developing acceptable writing skills, using basic computer systems, and becoming familiar with the Associated Press stylebook. |
| 307 | Broadcast Journalism (3). Prereq: COM 201, 203, 302, or consent of the department chair. A study of the delivery of broadcast news. Analysis of oral communication skills and interviewing techniques. Presence, style, and ethics are also discussed. |
| 402 | Advanced News Reporting (3). Prereq: COM 302. An extensive course in news writing that emphasizes ethics and the news gathering process. |
| 404 | Advanced News Editing (3). Prereq: COM 302. Additional edit work in more complex stories. |
| 414 | Electronic Field Production (3). Prereq: COM 201, 203, 302, or consent of the department chair. This course is designed to examine the realities of operating a broadcast facility. Specific areas include programming, news production, operations, sales traffic, and technical services. |
| 420 | Feature Writing (3). Prereq: COM 201, 203, 302. This course requires substantial research. Reporting of issues concerning public affairs, concepts, and critical issues of today. |
| 430 | Digital Editing Processes (3). This course will give students the opportunity to develop their understanding of digital editing using a variety of software applications and processes. |
| 440 | Mass Communication Law (3). Prereq: COM 201, 203, 300. A study of the laws governing print and electronic journalism; legal codes dealing with slander, libel, and rights to privacy; current FCC rulings as well as the examination of historical cases that have set a precedence in media law. |
| 450 | Internship in Mass Communication (3). Prereq: All core and appropriate concentration courses plus consent of the department chair. Open in each concentration on the basis of written application submitted one semester in advance by senior students. All applications are forwarded to the department chair. Refer to “Student Intern Programs and Practicums” for further requirements. |
| 480 | Selected Topics in Mass Communication (3-6). Prereq: Enrollment requires the consent of the department head, who will contact the agency allowing the student to complete a practicum. Students will be requested to complete a major project that will assist the student in adding real world experience to their résumé. |
