Broadcasting and Production Technology
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.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree Broadcasting and Production Technology with an emphasis in Radio Production.
Associate in Applied Science
A30120
NC CIP: 10.0202
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RADIO EMPHASIS
POS Approved: Fall 2012
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 11 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| ___ ___ | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 10 | 17 | 0 | 16 |
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 |
| COE 111 | Co-op Work Experience I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| Total: | 6 | 0 | 10 | 7 |
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 |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 11 | 12 | 0 | 15 |
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 250 | Institutional Video | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BPT 255 | Computer-Based Production | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models NEW REQUISITE | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics NEW REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra NEW REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 8 | 14 | 0 | 16 | |
Total Credit Hours: 71
Additional Information
Social/Behavioral Science Electives: Select 3 hours from PSY 118 or PSY 150
Humanites/Fine Arts Electives: Select 3 hours from ART 111 ENG 131 HUM 110 HUM 120 HUM 170 HUM 220 MUS 110 PHI 215 PHI 240 REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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