Broadcasting and Production Technology - Radio Production
Curriculum Description
Students enrolled in the Broadcasting Production Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in radio, television, audio, video, and related applications.
Training will emphasize speech, script writing, production planning, editing, and post production. Students will also study the development of the broadcasting industry, sales, ethics, law, marketing, and management. Hands-on training and teamwork approaches are essential to the instructional process.
Upon successful completion, students are prepared to enter broadcasting, production, and related industries in a variety of occupations.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Diploma
D30120RP
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2011
| Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
| Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ Co-op | Credit | ||
| Fall Semester | |||||
| BPT 110 | Intro to Broadcasting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BPT 121 | Broadcast Speech I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BPT 131 | Audio/Radio Production I | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| BPT 135 | Radio Performance I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy NEW PREREQ | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing  |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 11 | 17 | 0 | 17 | ||
| Spring Semester | |||||
| BPT 112 | Broadcast Writing | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| BPT 122 | Broadcast Speech II | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BPT 132 | Audio/Radio Production II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| BPT 136 | Radio Performance II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| 10 | 17 | 0 | 16 | ||
| Summer Term | |||||
| BPT 111 | Broadcast Law & Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BPT 113 | Broadcast Sales | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COE 111 | Co-op Work Experience I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| 6 | 0 | 10 | 7 | ||
Total Credit Hours: 40
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
Additional Information
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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