35 courses with the subject COM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Laboratory course in student publications and productions. Emphasis on practical appli- cation of development, design, editing and production of a wide variety of campus publica- tions and productions in addition to classroom exercises. Open to all students with consent of the instructor.
This course is designed to give the student an overview of the music industry and to acquaint him/her with the major aspects of the various career opportunities within the music industry.
A course providing a broad overview and understanding of communication. Included are a survey of the levels of communication (interpersonal, small group, organizational, public, and mass]; a survey of the types of communication (speaking, writing, and nonverbal); and a
Basic instruction in the origin, history, development, regulation and social responsibili- ties of the mass communication media and agencies. Appraisal of selected theoretical orien- tations relating to the mass media. This course, along with COM 200, is a general prerequi- site for further Communication study, unless otherwise noted in catalog description.
Subtotal Enhanced General Education 6 PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
or COM 220 - Scriptwriting for the Media (3) or DRA 260 - Sketch Writing (3)
A course in conceiving, developing, and writing scripts for television, film, and video. Uses a step-by-step approach to developing and pitching ideas as well as formats and tech- niques for writing short and long scripts. The course also covers marketing strategies for potential scriptwriters. Prerequisite: ENG 110. There are no Communication prerequisites.
An introduction to the history and structure of the public and commercial broadcasting industries. Discusses the operation of broadcasting on the local and national levels in news, programming, and sales. Examines radio, television, cable, satellite, electronic print, and new technologies. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
An introduction to the processes of visual media including photography and videography with emphasis on practical applications. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 20 1.
Microphone technique, voice problems, use of equipment, its care, capabilities and limi- tations. Backgrounds of the broadcasting and telecasting industries, their history, economy, structure, and regulations. Prerequisites: COM ZOO, COM 201, COM 211.
Basics of news gathering and writing under deadline. Observation, interviewing and reporting for mass media. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201, COM 215.
This course is designed to develop production and layout skills for the newspaper editor and production manager. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
A course designed to introduce the student to video post-production skills, practices, and equipment. Emphasis will be placed on the technical aspect of editing as well as creative pos- sibilities which can be achieved through manipulation of the camera and video image.
This course concentrates on the techniques of layout, writing, and production of various publications, using prescribed computer hardware and software. Students will first become familiar with the computer and appropriate applications. Emphasis is then placed on the preparation of camera-ready publication projects. There are no Communication prerequisites for this course.
An introduction to the history and structure of the public and commercial television broadcasting industries, Discussion includes the operation of broadcasting at the local and national levels as it pertains to news, programming, and sales. Topics which are examined include television, cable, satellite, microwave, fiber optics, information systems, and new technologies. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201, COM 230.
A survey of the operational structure of the public, secular, and Christian commercial broadcasting industries. Discussion includes the operation of radio broadcasting at the local and national levels as it pertains to news, programmi‘ng, and sales. Aspects of management relevant to radio are examined, with emphasis on obtaining Federal Communications Commission Broadcast License. Other topics include radio personnel, programming, manage- ment, sales, and promotion. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201, COM 230.
Introduction to public relations for profit and non-profit organizations, with emphasis on analyzing organizational needs and relevant publics and practice with publicity techniques utilizing various mass media. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201, COM 215, or consent of the instructor.
An investigation of public relations practice based on reviewing important case studies in the field. Examples are used to demonstrate how public relations practitioners engage in research, define objectives, develop programs, and conduct evaluation in a wide variety of sit- uations. Prerequisites: COM 330 or permission of instructor.
Advertising in society. Types and functions of advertising. fundamentals of broadcast and publications advertising. Stress on communications aspects of advertising. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
The principles of argumentation and debate, analysis and discussion of current public questions, briefing, inductive and deductive reasoning, strategy and refutation, debates.
Methods of procedure in committees, round-table discussions, lecture forums, sympo- siums, panels, and other types of discussion. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
A study of the relationship between communication and culture with emphasis on fac- tors affecting the processes and quality of interpersonal communication between those of dif- fering cultures and subcultures. There are no Communication prerequisites for this course.
A course designed to introduce students to new communication technologies and explore the impact of the new technologies on our daily lives. New and developing interper- sonal, group, and mass communication technologies will be covered as well as the historical origins of the new technologies. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
Practical experience in studio television production and associated skills with emphasis on the “team approaches” that are desirable in a television production. Topics covered include personnel functions, equipment functions and the creative functions of TV produc- tion. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201, COM 230, and permission of instructor. Limit 15 students per semester.
A course designed to introduce the student to basic audio production skills, practices and equipment. Emphasis will be placed on sound reinforcement and recording studio environ- ments. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
A study of the major sources of communication theory together with specific, contempo- rary examples of each approach. Attention is given to the nature and progress of scientific inquiry in the communication field, the process of theory building, and the impact of the var- ious types of communication on society. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
An independent study supervised by three faculty members that provides the student who qualifies under the honors guidelines the opportunity to pursue a special topic of his/her choice. Prerequisites: COM 200, COM 201.
A course designed for upper-class students in communication and for others who have a special interest in attaining practical skills in a specific communication-oriented occupation. At least 75 hours of internship clock time is required for awarding of credit. Internship oppor- tunities will be posted prior to each preregistration period. Open to juniors and seniors only, and consent of the instructor is required.
A course designed for upper-class students in communication and for others who have a special interest in attaining practical skills in a specific communication-oriented occupation. At least 150 hours of internship clock time is required for awarding of credit. Internship opportunities will be posted prior to each preregistration period. Open to juniors and seniors only, and consent of the instructor is required.
A course designed for upper-class students in communication and for others who have a special interest in attaining practical skills in a specific communication-oriented occupation. At least 200 hours of internship clock time is required for awarding of credit. Internship opportunities will be posted prior to each preregistration period. Open to juniors and seniors only, and consent of the instructor is required.
Subtotal Specialty 36 GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 47 This program requires 6 hours of foreign language at the intermediate level. RELIGION REQUIREMENTS 15 Three hours of the religion requirement are fulfilled through COM 499 ELECTIVES 32 TOTAL HOURS IN PROGRAM 130 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION CDRA (Drama Emphasis) SPECIALTY AREA REQUIREMENTS Credit Hours
Examination of the legal and ethical aspects of publishing and broadcasting, with empha- sis on freedom of the press, the right to know, copyright, libel, privacy, and obscenity.
Subtotal Specialty 36 GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 47 This program requires 6 hours of foreign language at the intermediate level. RELIGION REQUIREMENTS 15 Three hours of the religion requirement are fulfilled through COM 499 ELECTIVES 32 TOTAL HOURS IN PROGRAM 130
COMMUNICATION ELECTIVES (9 hours within emphasis) 11 Emphasis electives:
Source: Lee University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
