Technical Standards for Broadcasting and Production Technology
Our program technical standards have been developed to help students understand nonacademic standards, skills, and performance requirements expected of a student in this articular curriculum.
If an accommodation is necessary to participate in the program, it is imperative to identify a reasonable accommodations to those students who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonableness is determined by Accessibility Resources and the program on a case-by-case basis utilizing the program technical standards. The accommodation needs to be in place prior to the start of the program, or it may delay your ability to start the program. It is the student’s responsibility to contact Accessibility Resources and request accommodations.
Skills | Description | Specific Examples |
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Motor Skills | Possess fine and gross motor skills as required to complete this program of study. |
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Vision | Vision to access printed and electronic information, view entire spectrum of colors including subtle shading, and fine tune lighting |
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Hearing | Ability to perceive sounds |
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Technological | Possess the ability to access information on a computer, search the internet, correspond via email, learn and use industry software. |
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Communication | Communicate effectively and professionally using proper English both written and verbal. Follow verbal and written instructions. |
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Critical Thinking/ Problem Solving | Objectively analyzing facts and information to meet objective. |
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Interpersonal Skills | Interpersonal skills sufficient for professional interactions with a diverse population of individuals, families, and groups. |
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Environmental Tolerance | Temperature variation, lighting, organic materials, chemicals and related odors. |
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Mathematical | Basic mathematical ability. |
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Sensory | Sensory capacity to perform activities necessary in a media environment.. |
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Physical Strength and Stamina | Lift/move equipment necessary in a media environment. Maintain attention to detail for an extended time. |
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Behavioral and Social Attributes | Demonstrate professional behaviors and a strong work ethic. Possess emotional stability necessary to exercise sound judgement with regard to content development and interviewing. |
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This document is intended to serve as a guide regarding the physical, emotional, intellectual and psychosocial expectations placed on a student. This document cannot include every conceivable action, task, ability or behavior that may be expected of a student. Meeting these technical standards does not guarantee employment in this field upon graduation. Ability to meet the program’s technical standards does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for any licensure, certification exam, or successful completion of the degree program.