CS

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CS

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course

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2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

writing CS 222 and speaking Communication Interpersonal 3

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CS

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Management (3) Students will have the opportunity to view the dynamics of business through visits to several organizations. Through assigned readings and projects, students reflect on their experiences and gain insights into the aspects of communications, marketing and management that lead 102 | to successful businesses. (Students must be able to make all field trips to obtain credit for the course.) (See MG 200)

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course integrates theoretical and conceptual elements by present- ing systematic strategies to increase critical thinking and form persuasive arguments. Students learn how to identify and analyze issues and build argumentative cases. Students will demonstrate the use of critical think- ing, evidence building, reasoning, and decision making through debates on several issues. Prerequisite: CS 111.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

2. Must take at least one Media Communications course (3 credits) 3. Must take at least one Organizational Communication course B. Elective Areas (6 credits) Two additional courses either from the required areas, from the Media Communication track, the Organizational Communication track or from the other offerings listed below. An approved for-credit internship may also be applied. Two additional courses either from the required areas or from the other offerings listed below. An approved for-credit internship may also be applied. Other CS and Interdepartmental Courses:

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

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3

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credits

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course offers an introductory look at the structure and dynamics of mass media (books, magazines, newspapers, radio, movies, record- ings, television and the Internet) and its impact on society, with an emphasis on the historical function of the various media. A brief ex- amination of the practices and responsibilities of each medium is also covered.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Examines the role of new media in society. Students will look at the ways in which new media differs from traditional forms of media, and how the interactive qualities of new media (for example, social net- working sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) have impacted business, personal and family life. Students will choose a news beat, then create and maintain a web site, along with social media accounts, reporting on the beat using new media.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course introduces students to nonfiction film production. Students will examine theory, history, and the practices of documentary filmmaking through screenings, readings, and lectures. Students will also produce an original documentary film. Course topics include a camera perspective study, a shot analysis, studies in shot types and cam- era motion, audio, and lighting. The course also includes instruction using non-linear editing programs.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Designed to expose students to the practices and techniques for creating digital media. Students will create digital media for print, mobile apps, and the Internet following design theories. Advertising concepts with photography will be introduced using Adobe Photoshop, digital drawing and illustration advertising concepts will be introduced using Adobe Illustrator, and magazine design concepts will be introduced using Adobe InDesign. (See MK 229)

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

A general introduction to the basic principles, techniques and skills required to write for the electronic media. Emphasis will be put upon both visual and verbal elements. Students will gain practical ex- - perience in basic copywriting (commercial, public service and narra- tive copy), script analysis and development, commercial program de- velopment, and writing for the Internet.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course is the study of the terms, theories and issues associated with the use of the Internet in personal, social and business communication. Students will examine the ways in which computer-mediated commu- nication (CMC) is used in contemporary society to build interpersonal relationships, develop group communication, and support public com-

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course is an exploration into the ways in which visual images in- zation’s performance during and after a crisis. form, educate and persuade. In attempting to understand why some vis- ual images are remembered and some are not, students will critically CS 440 Critical Analysis of the Media (3) evaluate visual communication in newspapers, magazines, television, This upper-level course is designed to enlighten students on where film and new media. information comes from and how ideas and messages are manufac- tured through the media. Students will gain a greater understanding

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Sophomore Year, Spring Semester

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Course addresses the reporting of current events both in print and in This course presents the latest theories on brand building through the digital media and its impact on the decision-making of citizens, social media environments. Students will learn to set objectives, with particular attention to First-Amendment issues. Topics include create social media audits, use editorial calendars, write and publish journalistic ethics and excesses, censorship and prior restraint, consti- social media posts, develop social media marketing plans, and track tutional protections and constraints, privacy, obscenity, and libel. their effectiveness. Search-engine optimization and crowdsourcing will also be covered. Students will be expected to participate on CS 445 Crime, Justice, and the Media (3) different social media platforms through interactive class projects. The purpose of this course is to examine how the media portray vio- lence and crime, influence crime policy, and impact public percep- tions of crime and victimization. The course evaluates: the ways

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

that media construct crime and criminals; the portrayal of crime and This course examines male and female roles in popular culture and violence in television dramas and film; and media representations as the media, particularly through advertising, television, and film. The cause, consequence, and cure for crime. (See CJ 445) ways these mediums shape prevalent stereotypes about sex roles in society and how these stereotypes affect one’s self view will also be considered. CS 446 Gender Communication (3) This course examines the multiple ways humans communicate CS 325 Introduction to Communication Theory (3) within and across gender lines. Its purpose is to help students un- This course introduces students to communication theory and its appli- derstand the ways in which communication is guided by, and at the cation to social relationships and the mass media. Course materials and same time creates, gender roles. The course also looks at critical issues discussions cover a wide range of contemporary theories and research in communication for each gender--verbal, non-verbal, behavioral-- about effective communication in contexts such as interpersonal, small in order to understand some of the similarities and differences and groups, mass media and organizations. This course emphasizes the un- their effects on perception and sex-role stereotypes. derstanding of theoretical principles and their application to real world problems. CS 447 Communication within the Criminal Justice System (3) This course is designed to examine the nature and importance of com- munication skills within the criminal justice system. The course pro-

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course is designed to help students understand the dynamics of vides both a theoretical and practical study of the role of communica- leadership, power, influence, and political forces within an organiza- tion as it relates to law enforcement, interpersonal communication tion. The purpose is to maximize job performance and enhance the among criminal justice professionals, the court system, lawyers and cli- process of career development. (See MG 373) ents, and the community. Students will develop an understanding of 103

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

lating public opinion. Drawing on the news and entertainment me- A study of the principles and practice of public relations in today’s dia, this course examines how public opinion of 20th century wars society. Includes historical perspective as well as examination of cur- was shaped; how the media was a propaganda tool for mythmaking rent techniques and media strategies in both for-profit and not-for- and martyrdom; and the role of media in creating national myths and profit organizations. (See MK 443) recollections of war. (See PO 300)

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

50 | Communication Studies Major Junior Year, Fall Semester Elective Free Elective DC --- Hub Course for Gen Ed Minor DC --- Science Course for Gen Ed Minor CS Course CS Course Media 1 , CS Course CS Course Media 2 Junior Year, Spring Semester

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course focuses on the skills necessary to create content and pro- duce a weekly television newscast. Students will identify stories, con- duct research, practice effective interviewing techniques, and produce, report, and write copy for television news. Broadcasting will occur in a studio and in the field. Students rotate through different jobs, such as producer, director, audio engineer, camera operator, teleprompter, edi- tor, field reporter and anchor.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

A continuation of Broadcast Journalism for TV, this course provides students with the opportunity to focus semester-long on one newsroom position such as producer, director, audio engineer, camera operator, teleprompter, editor, field reporter and news anchor. Participants also analyze and critique selected works produced by news organizations. Outside interviews, research and reporting time is required.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Prerequisite

CS 448 and approval of the instructor.

Examines the structure, function, and communication flow of an or- ganization. Includes discussion of theory and practice in the use of communication techniques necessary for effective leadership within and between organizations. An analysis of emerging issues and trends in business today will be incorporated.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

The course will focus on the process of change and how that process affects organizations and those who lead them. The course will explore resistance to change, change models, leadership challenges in facilitating change, the role of both the leader and the follower in the change pro- cess, and how to identify future trends.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Basic course to provide working experience on a college newspaper or radio station. Students will write articles or create newscasts. Fundamentals of journalism — news and feature story formats, leads, interviewing and news ethics, editing and layout practices, advertising and distribution — are reviewed as they relate to issues under preparation.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course will focus on the process of developing an academic research project. Students will be introduced to qualitative and quantitative methods of research. They will also work on a literature review and research proposal, as they prepare for their senior project.

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Prerequisite

CS 221, Co-requisite: CS 325

The program offers a choice of two tracks (15 credits each): Media Communication: including, but not limited to, Introduction to Mass Communication, New Media, Digital Media, Visual Communi- cation, Computer Mediated Communication, Documentary Film, Freedom of the Press, Critical Analysis of the Media, Writing for the Media, Freedom of the Press, Creation, and Sex, Pop Culture and the Media. Sample Curriculum Pattern: Communication Studies Media Track Freshman Year, Fall Semester

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

This course serves as a capstone for the B.A. in Communication Studies for Day/Evening students. Students are expected to conduct, and com- plete, an appropriate senior-level research project in the field of com- munications based on the track they chose within the program. 104 |

Subject

CS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu

Communication Studies majors are encouraged to complete a semester- long internship which is designed to enhance understanding of Com- munication Studies through practical experience. Students will usually participate in an internship during their junior or senior years. (Credit given on a Pass/Fail basis.)

Subject

CS

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.duny.edu