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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 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

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NC CIP: 10.0202
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2017

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 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
CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1 2 0 2
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3
  Total: 12 16 0 18

Spring Semester

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
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 11 12 0 15

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 231 Video/TV Production I 2 6 0 4
WEB 111 Intro to Web Graphics 2 2 0 3
  Total: 4 8 0 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 232 Video/TV Production II 2 6 0 4
BPT 235 TV Performance I 0 6 0 2
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ** ** 0 3
Select one:
Introduction to Communication (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Public Speaking 3 0 0 3
  Total: 8 12 0 15

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 215 Broadcast Programming 3 0 0 3
BPT 250 Institutional Video 2 3 0 3
BPT 255 Computer-Based Production 2 3 0 3
BPT 285 Broadcast Prod Capstone 1 6 0 3
Select one:
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy 2 2 0 3
  OR        
Quantitative Literacy (2) (2) (0) (3)
  Total: 10 14 0 15

Total Credit Hours: 70

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.

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