GC Catalog 2011 2012 - Gaston College

Degrees, Diplomas & CertificatesDiplomasAUT 181 Engine Performance 1 3AUT 181A Engine Performance 1 Lab 1AUT 213 Automotive Servicing 2 2AUT 231 Manual Drive Trains/Axles 3AUT 231A Manual Drive Trains/Axles Lab 1CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 2Total Semester Hour Credits: 47Broadcasting and Production TechnologyDiploma (D30120)Students enrolled in the Broadcasting ProductionTechnology curriculum will develop professionalskills in radio, television, audio, video, and relatedapplications.Training will emphasize speech, script writing, productionplanning, editing, and post production.Students will also study the development of thebroadcasting industry, sales, ethics, law, marketing,and management. Hands-on training and teamworkapproaches are essential to the instructional process.Upon successful completion, students are preparedto enter broadcasting, production, and relatedindustries in a variety of occupations.Program Learning Outcomes:Students should be able to demonstrate knowledgeof:1. The history and development of broadcasting(radio, television, internet/new media) regulation,technology, programming, marketing,and sales.2. Significant legal and ethical issues based onan understanding of case law, administrativelaw, and landmark interpretations of the first,sixth, and fourteenth amendments of theConstitution of the United States.3. Proper operation and care for broadcastequipment including:• Audio console• Microphones• Digital Audio Editing• Emergency Alert System• Studio and ENG video cameras/camcorders• Digital Video Editing4. Professional speech techniques includingproper articulation, pronunciation, rate, pitch,breathing, inflection, projection, phrasing,and connecting with the audience.5. Standard script writing techniques and formatsfor radio, television, internet/new mediafor news, entertainment, and advertisingmessages.6. Principles of broadcast sales including prospecting,qualifying, needs analysis, presentation,answering objections, closing, andrelationship management.7. Audience research techniques and demographics.General Education Courses (6 SHC) CreditENG 111 Expository Writing 3MUS 110 Music Appreciation 3Major Courses (13 SHC)BPT 110 Intro to Broadcasting 3BPT 111 Broadcast Law and Ethics 3BPT 112 Broadcast Writing 4BPT 113 Broadcast Sales 3Other Required Hours (21 SHC)Select 21 hours from the following courses:BPT 121 Broadcast Speech I 3BPT 131 Audio/Radio Production I 4BPT 132 Audio/Radio Production II 4BPT 135 Radio Performance I 2BPT 136 Radio Performance II 2BPT 231 Video/TV Production I 4BPT 232 Video/TV Production II 4BPT 250 Institutional Video 3BPT 255 Computer-Based Production 3BPT 260 Multi-Track Recording 3COE* 111 Co-op Work Experience I 1Total Semester Hour Credits: 40*Contact Co-Op office for course and sectionnumbers.Civil Engineering TechnologyDiploma (D40140)The primary objective of the Diploma Program of theCivil Engineering Technology curriculum is to introducestudents to the employment opportunities incivil engineering technology. The objective is fulfilledthrough the study and application of civil engineeringtechnology courses. All courses in the diplomacan be used in the Civil Engineering TechnologyAssociate in Applied Science Degree program.Program Learning Outcomes:1. Use knowledge, techniques, skills, and toolsto produce engineering documents2. Apply surveying methods for land measurementsand/or construction layout3. Utilize software to solve civil problems anddevelop material quantities4. Function on teams and communicate effectivelythrough writing and visual methods5. Recognize societal issues, understand ethicsand professionalism and respect for diversity.109