Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School

BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY
SUPERVISOR: Jackie Cole, 908/284-7157 ~ jcole@hcrhs.k12.n.j.us
BROADCASTING TECHNOLOGY COURSE FLOW CHART
These courses may be used to satisfy the 21 st Century Life and Careers or Career Technical Education graduation requirements
listed on pages 4-5. This flow chart illustrates possible course sequencing in the Broadcasting Technology Department.
Please note: prerequisite requirements for all courses are listed in the course descriptions. Please read these carefully,
to ensure that all prerequisite courses have been taken before selecting a course.
Television 1 Television 2
Radio Broadcasting 1 Radio Broadcasting 2
BROADCASTING TECHNOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
#855 – TELEVISION 1 - 5 CREDITS (COM 855 TELEVISION 1)
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Television 1 is a course which introduces students to the essential elements of television production. Students learn
by being involved in a series of practical projects which teach the basic skills necessary to operate camcorders, studio
equipment and editing equipment. The emphasis is placed on producing individual projects and learning about the
mass media. Students in the class help produce a daily news program seen each day in the school and each evening
throughout the community via channel 14. The course is eligible for college credit as part of the Rider University
PASS program.
#856 - TELEVISION 2 - 5 CREDITS (COM 856 TELEVISION 2)
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: #855 Television 1
Television 2 is a one semester course that builds on the skills learned in Television 1. Emphasis is placed on the
creative aspects of designing and creating videos using different production styles. Students learn the basics of
performing for the camera and work in collaborative groups to produce short scenes. They also explore the world of
video “art” using advanced editing. The semester is capped by the production of individual videos written and
produced by members of the class. Students gain valuable practical experience working on productions for the school
community.
#851- RADIO BROADCASTING 1 - 5 CREDITS (COM 851 RADIO BRDCAST 1)
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Radio Broadcasting 1 is an introductory course intended to prepare the student interested in a career in radio. The
course is divided into technical and non-technical instruction. Technical Topics: sound, consoles, microphones,
basic production, and FM station operations. Non-Technical Topics: broadcast performance, news, programming,
and the history of broadcasting. Students will gain on-air experience through an optional weekly radio show.
Students earn 2.0 credits for participation in a 10 week long radio show.
#852 - RADIO BROADCASTING 2 - 5 CREDITS (COM 852 RADIO BRDCAST 2)
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: #851 Radio Broadcasting 1
Radio Broadcasting 2 is a one semester course that builds on the skills learned in Radio 1. Some students may serve
as student managers of various departments at WCVH, the student-run radio station. The course is divided into
technical and non-technical instruction. Technical Topics: advanced production, advanced station operations. Nontechnical
Topics: promotions, sales, management, interviewing techniques, population demographics and audience
research, and copy-writing. Students may also gain additional on-air experience through an optional weekly radio
show. Students earn 2.0 credits for participation in a 10 week long radio show.
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