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Audio and Video Production Technology REVISED

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
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POS Approved: Fall 2025

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 110 Media Evolution 3 0 0 3
BPT 112 Media Writing 3 2 0 4
BPT 121 Media Speech Techniques 2 3 0 3
BPT 140 Intro to Media Production 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 2 4 0 4
BPT 132 Audio Production II 2 4 0 4
BPT 135 Audio Performance I 0 4 0 2
BPT 136 Audio Performance II 0 4 0 2
Select one:
Introduction to Communication 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Public Speaking (Global) (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 (Global) (3) (0) (0) (3)
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective * * * 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 3 0 0 3
BPT 231 Video Production I 2 6 0 4
BPT 235 Video Performance I 0 6 0 2
BPT 241 Multimedia Journalism I 3 2 0 4
BPT 255 Computer-Based Production 2 3 0 3
  Total: 10 17 0 16

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPT 215 Industry Career Preparation 2 2 0 3
BPT 220 Emerging Technologies 2 4 0 4
BPT 232 Video Production II 2 6 0 4
BPT 236 Video Performance II 0 6 0 2
BPT 285 Broadcast Prod Capstone 1 6 0 3
  Total: 7 24 0 16

Total Credit Hours: 72

Additional Information

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

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

Work-based learning may be available for 1st or 2nd spring semester. Please see your advisor for more information.

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