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Audio and Video Production Technology REVISED - NEW TITLE

Curriculum Description

Students enrolled in the Audio and Video Production Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in audio, video, and related applications.

Training will emphasize speech, writing, production planning, postproduction, and distribution. Students will also study the evolution of media, revenue models, entrepreneurial opportunities, and governmental regulations. Hands-on training, troubleshooting, collaboration, and time management skills are essential to the instructional process.

Upon successful completion, students are prepared to obtain audio and/or video-related employment.

Associate in Applied Science

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NC CIP: 10.0202
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2023

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 110 Media Evolution REVISED 3 0 0 3
BPT 112 Media Writing REVISED 3 2 0 4
BPT 121 Media Speech Techniques REVISED 2 3 0 3
BPT 140 Intro to Media Production NEW 2 2 0 3
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3
  Total: 13 7 0 16

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 131 Audio Production I REVISED 2 4 0 4
BPT 132 Audio Production II REVISED 2 4 0 4
BPT 135 Audio Performance I REVISED 0 4 0 2
BPT 136 Audio Performance II REVISED 0 4 0 2
Select one:
Introduction to Communication 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Public Speaking (3) (0) (0) (3)
Select one:
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy 2 2 0 3
  OR        
Quantitative Literacy (2) (2) (0) (3)
  Total: 9 18 0 18

Summer Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology (3) (0) (0) (3)
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ** ** 0 3
  Total: 3 0 0 6

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 210 Media Management REVISED 3 0 0 3
BPT 215 Industry Career Preparation REVISED 2 2 0 3
BPT 231 Video Production I REVISED 2 6 0 4
BPT 235 Video Performance I REVISED 0 6 0 2
BPT 241 Multimedia Journalism I REVISED 3 2 0 4
BPT 255 Computer-Based Production REVISED 2 3 0 3
  Total: 12 19 0 19

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 220 Emerging Technologies REVISED 2 4 0 4
BPT 232 Video Production II REVISED 2 6 0 4
BPT 236 Video Performance II REVISED 0 6 0 2
BPT 285 Broadcast Prod Capstone 1 6 0 3
  Total: 5 22 0 13

Total Credit Hours: 72

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives - Select one: ART 111, ART 266, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 160, HUM 161, PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240, MUS 110, 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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