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GC Catalog 2011 2012 - Gaston College

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Degrees, Diplomas & CertificatesA.A.S. DegreesBroadcast and Production TechnologyAssociate in Applied Science Degree (A30120)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 related industriesin a variety of occupations.Program Learning Outcomes:<strong>Gaston</strong> <strong>College</strong> graduates receiving an associate ofapplied science degree in Broadcast and ProductionTechnology will be able to:1. Demonstrate knowledge of the history anddevelopment of broadcasting (radio, television,internet/new media) regulation, technology,programming, marketing, and sales.2. Determine the significant legal and ethicalissues based on an understanding of caselaw, administrative law, and landmark interpretationsof the first, sixth, and fourteenthamendments of the constitution of the UnitedStates.3. Apply proper operation and care for broadcastequipment including:• Audio console• Microphones• Digital Audio Editing• Emergency Alert System• Studio and ENG video cameras/camcorders• Digital Video4. Employs professional speech techniques includingproper articulation, pronunciation,rate, pitch, and breathing, and inflection,projection, phrasing, and connecting with theaudience.5. Formulate standard script writing techniquesand formats for radio, television, internet/new media for news, entertainment, and advertisingmessages6. Construct principles of broadcast sales includingprospecting, qualifying, needs analysis,presentation, answering objections, closing,and relationship management.7. Analyze audience research techniques anddemographics.8. Differentiate professional work ethic traitsand personal behaviors necessary for careersuccess:• Positive attitude• Confidence• Accountability• Honesty• Respect for employer, co-workers, andaudience• Time management/punctuality• Conscientious with details• Constantly learningGeneral Education Courses (18 SHC) CreditThe following courses are required:ENG 111 Expository Writing 3ENG 114 Prof. Research & Report 3COM 110 Intro to Communications 3MAT 110 or higher 3MUS 110 Music Appreciation 3Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3Major Courses (13 SHC)The following courses are required:BPT 110 Intro to Broadcasting 3BPT 111 Broadcast Law and Ethics 3BPT 112 Broadcast Writing 4BPT 113 Broadcast Sales 3Other Required Hours (41 SHC)The following courses are required:BPT 121 Broadcast Speech I 3BPT 131 Audio/Radio Production I 4BPT 231 Video/TV Production I 4BPT 255 Computer-Based Production 3COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I 1Students must also complete 16 hours from thefollowing courses:BPT 132 Audio/Radio Production II 4BPT 135 Radio Performance I 2BPT 136 Radio Performance II 2BPT 137 Radio Performance III 2BPT 232 Video/TV Production II 4BPT 235 TV Performance I 2BPT 236 TV Performance II 2BPT 237 TV Performance III 2BPT 250 Institutional Video 3BPT 260 Multi-Track Recording 3Electives (9 SHC)Select 9 hours from the following courses.Students may take up to 2 SHC of COE courses.ART 111 Art Appreciation 3ART 121 Design I 3ART 260 Photography Appreciation 3ART 264 Digital Photography I 3ART 265 Digital Photography II 360

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