Communication Arts Courses
Arts and Media Division
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) may be used to partially fulfill
Studio
Core Requirements;
those marked with two asterisks (**) may be used to partially fulfill
Theory
Core Requirements.
COMM 101**
Mass Media and Society
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An introductory survey course exploring the worlds of
television and radio, newspaper, magazine and book publishing,
advertising and public relations. Mass communication theories
and practices are also
examined.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
COMM 103
Introduction to Communications
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This is a foundation course in
communications. Students learn
about the structure and functions of
communication and the nature self-
awareness, self-disclosure and
credibility. Students also learn about
communication messages; message
reception such as perception,
attraction and listening; verbal
messages; non-verbal messages; and
message effects.
Fall, 3 Credits
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COMM 104 Global
Communications and Media Research
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Global Communications focuses on
the media systems of various
nations using qualitative and
quantitative research. The course
discusses the theories, philosophies,
problems and policies of
communication systems throughout
the world.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
COMM 112
Computer Skills for the Media Arts
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This introductory course exposes the student to the basic
forms of computer software used in the fields of Communication
and the Fine Arts. The course introduces
students to word processing, computer graphics, and desktop
publishing software. Project work engages students in
mastering basic computer skills through problem-solving.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
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COMM 113
Fundamentals of Public Speaking and Voice Production
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A survey of the fundamentals of
speech with practice in debate,
group discussion, and oral
presentation. Students will also
work to improve their diction and
learn standard American speech.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
COMM 153
Introduction to Electronic Media
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Designed to offer students a
historical perspective and broad
overview of the radio and television
industries. Includes discussions on
public and commercial
broadcasting, cable television, news
and entertainment programming and
distribution. It also focuses on
audience research, and the
electronic media's impact on the
global society.
Spring, 3 Credits
COMM 176
Radio Production I
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This course introduces students to theoretical and
practical aspects of radio engineering and production, including
audio board operation techniques, remote interviewing, audio
tape editing, general radio regulation and radio station
operation.
Laboratory fee: $35.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
COMM 201
Television I
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This course trains students in
television production. It defines
terms, discusses theories, and
explains the techniques of
production. The course examines
the principles and practical
application of television directing
and production. It also exposes
students to the techniques and
concepts of studio and video field
production. Students also learn the
art of conceptualizing, planning,
writing , producing and editing
programs.
Laboratory fee: $80.00
Fall, 3 Credits
COMM 203
Photojournalism
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A study of the origins and
development of photojournalism
and the structure of the photostory,
particularly the relationship between
photography and text. It emphasizes
newspaper photography. Each
student is required to produce a
complete photo story with text.
Prerequisites: ARTS 271,
ENGL 173.
Laboratory fee: $45.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
COMM 204
Local Public Relations
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The preparation and management of all aspects of
public relations for local organizations (social service,
governmental, and educational). Students learn how to
develop and execute public relations campaigns.
The course examines legal and
ethical dimensions of
communications. Topics include
press freedom, defamation, privacy,
obscenity and pornography.
Students further discuss ethical
issues in the print, broadcast,
advertising, entertainment and
public relations industries, such as
fairness, responsibility,
manipulation, truth, lies and
influence.
Fall, 3 Credits
COMM 295
Radio Production II
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Radio Production II builds upon the
foundation of the Radio I. Students
review the basic principles of radio
production and embark upon
intensive production. They are
expected to manifest a high level of
proficiency in conceptualization,
interviewing, writing, taping and
editing. Additionally, students focus
on legal, ethical and technological
issues that arise in radio
broadcasting.
Prerequisite: COMM 176.
Laboratory fee: $30.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
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COMM 300 Topics in
Communications
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A seminar devoted to one area or
issue associated with advanced
communications theory or practice.
Offerings might include Media
Aesthetics, Media, Gender and
Culture, Political Communication,
International Communication or
other relevant subjects. Students
explore the literature concerning the
topic and write or produce
extensively, including such projects
as a research paper, a video or an
advertising and public relations
campaign.
Prerequisites: COMM 101, 103,
104.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
COMM 301
Seminar in Communications: Special Topics
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A senior seminar in
communications explores current
topics and important issues in the
field, such as ethics, laws, politics,
and economics. It also examines the
broader issues of communications
and society.
Prerequisite: Senior Status.
Spring, 3 Credits
COMM 305
Television Production
II
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Television Production II prepares
students for various professional
jobs in the broadcast and video
production industries. It sharpens
their skills in studio and field
production. Students broaden their
expertise in operating cameras,
microphones and editing equipment.
Students also develop skills in pre-
production planning, writing,
lighting, directing and post
production.
Prerequisite: COMM 201.
Laboratory fee: $80.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
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COMM 306 Broadcast News
and Reporting
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Designed to teach students
broadcast news writing styles,
formats and presentation. Students
learn how to write sentences,
numbers, attributions, titles, etc. for
broadcast. Students apply newly
learned skills through writing, re-
writing and broadcast.
Laboratory fee: $45.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
COMM 310
Creative Advertising
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The course explores techniques of
creative media advertising. Students
do practical work in copywriting, ad
design, layout, and campaign
strategy.
Prerequisite: ARTS 226.
Spring, 3 Credits
COMM 315
International Communications Seminar
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A travel course to major
international centers of the
communications industry. Students
visit broadcast facilities, newspaper
and magazine offices and
advertising agencies in Europe and
elsewhere to compare their practices
with those in the United States.
Special Session, 3 Credits
COMM 330** (FILM 330)
Media Criticism
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Through textual, visual and other
analysis, students learn how to
interpret communication messages,
and to write about them critically.
The course also examines the roles
of the critic within the media
industry and society-at-large.
Prerequisites: FILM 105 or
COMM 201.
Spring, 3 Credits
 
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