Computer Science - Burlington County College

Entertainment Technologies/Entertainment Management
Option to Entertainment Technologies, (AAS.ETM)
The Entertainment Technology Program provides students
with a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills needed
for entry into the entertainment field, or to transfer to a
baccalaureate program. Students may choose from the
following four options: Entertainment Management
(AAS.ETM), Lighting Engineering (AAS.ETL), Sound and
Recording Engineering (AAS.ETS), and Video and Digital
Media Production (AAS.ETV). Students who wish to transfer
to a baccalaureate program are strongly advised to seek
information regarding admission and transfer requirements.
The Entertainment Management Option will prepare
students for entry-level employment in many areas such as
cable television, related video fields, theatre, casino hotels,
radio, and nightclubs, as well as entrepreneurship
opportunities in the arts, entertainment, leisure, and
associated areas.
Graduates of this program should be able to:
Understand the ethics of the entertainment media and
have a fundamental knowledge of Entertainment Law
including the knowledge of the various legal and
copyright issues.
Develop and understanding of the influence of governmental
organizations and upon the entertainment
industry.
Apply fundamental marketing concepts in entertainment
marketing planning, research and information
management, the segmentation process and target
markets, and developing and entertainment marketing
mix and strategy.
Assist entertainment producers in managing facilities,
scheduling events, work with facility operators, assist in
developing budgets, purchasing equipment, planning
maintenance and custodial cycles, and participate in
negotiation associated risk management agreements.
Apply and understanding of artist contracts, copyright
issues, labor agreements, equipment and audio/visual
materials, and collaborate and work with agents and
managers in the entertainment business.
Exhibit an understanding of basic business and
accounting skills which include financial statements, the
maintenance of accurate records, preparation of budget
proposals, and the financial oversight responsibilities.
Obtain entry-level employment in the entertainment
industry.
96 Burlington County College
General Education Courses † Credits
Written & Oral Communications 6
Mathematics 3
Natural Science 4
Social Science 3
Arts & Humanities
Additional General Education Requirements
3
(Required – Any diversity course listed on Pg 39) 3
Total 22
† See General Education Requirements on page 43.
Program Courses
ETC 101 Introduction to Entertainment,
Credits
Mass Media and Society 3
ETC 105 Entertainment Law
ETC 201 Audio/Video and Lighting Maintenance
3
and Technology & Lab 4
ETC 220 Internship 1
ETC 225 Capstone Project 1
Total 12
Specialized Courses
BUA 102 Principles of Management 3
ETC 205 Writing Workshop 3
ETM 101 Entertainment Promotion 2
ETM 201 Entertainment Project Management 3
ETM 210 Events Production 3
Total 14
Electives (ACC 112, ENT 101 recommended) 16
Electives may also be taken from the other Entertainment
Technology Specialized Courses.
Total Required For Degree 64