Broadcasting and Production Technology - Spring Entry

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 the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

A30120
NC CIP: 10.0202
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2021

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BPT 110	Intro to Broadcasting	3	0	0	3
BPT 112	Broadcast Writing	3	2	0	4
BPT 131	Audio/Radio Production I	2	6	0	4
BPT 135	Radio Performance I	0	6	0	2
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3	0	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
CIS 110 OR	Introduction to Computers	(2)	(2)	(0)	(3)
CIS 111	Basic PC Literacy	1	2	0	2

Totals

Class Hours: 12
Lab/Shop Hours: 16
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 18

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BPT 111	Broadcast Law & Ethics	3	0	0	3
BPT 113	Broadcast Sales	3	0	0	3
BPT 132	Audio/Radio Production II	2	6	0	4
BPT 136	Radio Performance II	0	6	0	2

Totals

Class Hours: 8
Lab/Shop Hours: 12
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 12

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BPT 210	Broadcast Management	3	0	0	3
BPT 215	Broadcast Programming	3	0	0	3
BPT 231	Video/TV Production I	2	6	0	4
BPT 235	TV Performance I	0	6	0	2
BPT 241	Broadcast Journalism I	3	2	0	4
BPT 255	Computer-Based Production	2	3	0	3

Totals

Class Hours: 13
Lab/Shop Hours: 17
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 19

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BPT 232	Video/TV Production II	2	6	0	4
BPT 236	TV Performance II	0	6	0	2
BPT 250	Institutional Video	2	3	0	3
BPT 285	Broadcast Prod Capstone	1	6	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
COM 110 OR	Introduction to Communication	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
COM 231	Public Speaking	3	0	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
MAT 110 OR	Mathematical Measurement and Literacy	2	2	0	3
MAT 143	Quantitative Literacy	(2)	(2)	(0)	(3)

Totals

Class Hours: 10
Lab/Shop Hours: 23
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 18

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
___ ___	Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	**	**	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
PSY 118 OR	Interpersonal Psychology	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
PSY 150	General Psychology	3	0	0	3

Totals

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 6

Total Credit Hours: 73

Legend

• : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
• : Local Requirement
• : Instructional Service Agreement
• : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
• : Global Distinction
• : Requisite(s)

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

Hours will vary depending on course selection.

New students may be enrolled during any semester. Please contact your advisor for details.

2020FA Spring Entry added

A30120