Agenda Item FA 18-56

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Crisis Communications

PUR

Senior (4xxx)

400

We request to remove the following prerequisite for PUR4400 in the Public Relations major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of PUR4400 is not dependent on prior completion of PUR3000:

• Remove PUR3000 Principles of PR (3 credits) as a prerequisite for PUR4400 Crisis Communication (3 credits)

New Course Description:

Prerequisites: MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media.

Students will analyze the potential for crisis in various types of organizations. Students will examine factors in crisis situations, including development of crisis plans, coordination of internal disciplines, collection and dissemination of information, and restoration of public confidence. Research emphasis is on written and oral presentations.

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Pre Internship in Communication

MMC

Junior (3xxx)

942

We request to remove a prerequisite for MMC3942 in the public relations major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of MMC3942 is not dependent on prior completion of ADV3008, PUR3000, or MMC4500:

• Remove ADV3008 Principles of Advertising (3 Credits), PUR3000 Principles of Public Relations (3 Credits), or MMC4500 History of Mass Communication (3 Credits) as a prerequisite for MMC3942 Pre Internship (1 credit)
• Change MMC3942 Pre Internship from requiring "Junior or Senior standing" to "Sophomore or higher standing."

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC1004 Medi Literacy AND MMC3105 Advanced Writing for the Media

Description: This course prepares students for internship placement in approved organizations. Students explore the core ethical principles, skills and organizational culture related to their profession. Detailed individual research projects supplement classroom discussion in preparation for field placement of student.

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Internship Senior Project

MMC

Senior (4xxx)

975

We request to remove one prerequisite-COM4958 Communication Studies Capstone (3 credit hours)-that is currently required for students to register for MMC 4975 Internship Senior Project (3 credit hours).

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC3942 Pre Internship, COM3003 Principles of Communication Studies, COM3120 Organizational Communication, COM3042 Interpersonal Communication, COM3752 Listening, COM3332 Mediated Communication

Description: This course is the capstone for the Communication Major. An internship enhances knowledge and skills acquired from coursework through a semester-long period of supervised field experience, extensive research, or both. A minimum of 210 hours of work at the internship site are required in addition to weekly progress reports, midterm and final evaluations from the professional supervising the intern, and a portfolio in which students detail and provide self-assessment of their experiences and relate the internship experience to knowledge of theory and its application gained from the major curriculum.

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Pre Internship in Communication

MMC

Junior (3xxx)

942

We request to remove a prerequisite for MMC3942 Pre Internship in the advertising major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of MMC3942 is not dependent on prior completion of ADV3008, PUR3000, or MMC4500:

• Remove ADV3008 Principles of Advertising (3 credits), PUR3000 Principles of PR (3 credits), or MMC4500 History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a prerequisite for MMC3942 Pre Internship (1 credit);
• MMC3942 Pre Internship (1 credit) will require "sophomore or higher standing" instead of "junior or senior standing" to register for the course.

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC1004 Media Literacy AND MMC3105 Advanced Writing for the Media

Description: This course prepares students for internship placement in approved organizations. Students explore the core ethical principles, skills and organizational culture related to their profession. Detailed individual research projects supplement classroom discussion in preparation for field placement of student.

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Multimedia Reporting

JOU

Junior (3xxx)

109

We request to remove one prerequisite for JOU3109 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of JOU3109 is not dependent on prior completion of MMC4500:

• Remove MMC4500 History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a pre-requisite for JOU3109 Multimedia Reporting (3 credits)

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: Reporting techniques, interviewing and the basic elements of multimedia news production are covered. In addition, the course introduces students to various reporting specialties, including courts, business, government, health, science, and sports. Students will be involved in completing both in-class and out-of-class assignments.

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Multimedia Storytelling

JOU

Junior (3xxx)

342

We request to remove one prerequisite for JOU3342 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of JOU3342 is not dependent on prior completion of MMC4500:

• Remove MMC4500 History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a pre-requisite for JOU3342 Multimedia Storytelling (3 credits)

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: JOU 3109 Multimedia Reporting, MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media, and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: This course will provide continuing instruction in reporting techniques learned in JOU 3109. Students will engage in the reporting process and publish their work across the print, broadcast/cable, and Internet outlets of the Department of Communication.

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Single Camera Video Production

RTV

Junior (3xxx)

260

We request to remove one prerequisite for RTV3260 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of RTV3260 is not dependent on prior completion of MMC4500:

• Remove MMC4500-History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a pre-requisite for RTV3260-Single Camera Production (3 credits).

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: This course addresses direction and production of single-camera video projects including producing, camera, audio, lighting, and non-linear editing.

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Multi Camera Video Production

RTV

Junior (3xxx)

228

We request to remove one prerequisite for RTV3228 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of RTV3228 is not dependent on prior completion of MMC4500:

• Remove MMC 4500-History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a pre-requisite for RTV3228-Multi Camera Video Production (3 credits)

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: RTV 3260 Single Camera Video Production, MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media, and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: This course will provide continuing production in production techniques learned in RTV 3260. The course focuses on the direction and production of multiple-camera studio video project including directing, producing, camera operation, audio, and live-to-tape switching.

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Advanced Television Production

RTV

Senior (4xxx)

221

We request to remove one prerequisite for RTV4421 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of RTV4221 is not dependent on prior completion of MMC4500:

• Remove MMC 4500-History of Mass Communication (3 credits) as a pre-requisite for RTV 4221-Advanced Television Production (3 credits)

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: RTV 3260 Single Camera Video Production, RTV 3228 Multi Camera Video Production, MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media, and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: This course will provide continuing instruction in techniques learned in RTV 3260 and RTV 3228. Students will learn and apply advanced techniques in production and directing television programs and video projects both in studio and on-location.

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Pre Internship in Communication

MMC

Junior (3xxx)

942

We request to remove a prerequisite for MMC3942 in the multimedia journalism and production major concentration of the B.S. in Communication because the successful completion of MMC3942 is not dependent on prior completion of ADV3008, PUR3000, or MMC4500:

• Remove ADV3008 Principles of Advertising (3 Credits), PUR3000 Principles of Public Relations (3 Credits), or MMC4500 History of Mass Communication (3 Credits) as a pre-requisite for MMC 3942-Pre-Internship (1 credit);
• Change MMC3942 Pre Internship from requiring "Junior or Senior standing" to "Sophomore or higher standing."

New Course Description:

Prerequisite: MMC 3105 Advanced Writing for the Media and MMC 1004 Media Literacy

Description: This course prepares students for internship placement in approved organizations. Students explore the core ethical principles, skills and organizational culture related to their profession. Detailed individual research projects supplement classroom discussion in preparation for field placement of student.

Prerequisite:

"MMC1004: Media Literacy"

AND "MMC3105: Advanced Writing For The Media"

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop students' video editing skills through the hands-on use of nonlinear video editing software. Students will learn the fundamental and advanced capabilities of these sophisticated digital systems, which are widely used in professional video production.

Prerequisite:

None

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

Through hands-on instruction, this course will build a fundamental understanding of lighting theory in order to effectively manipulate light to achieve the desired image on set and location for digital video recording. Assignments build in complexity throughout the semester illustrating the relative relationships between camera controls and lighting properties.

Prerequisite:

None

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

This course introduces students to documentary storytelling. Students will learn basic principles of non-fiction storytelling with emphasis on the aesthetic, intellectual, and ethical considerations involved in this cinematic form. Instruction will focus on the documentary process from preproduction and production through post-production.

Prerequisite:

None

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

This course illustrates the techniques and practical application of visual effects to live action and motion graphics sequences using specific software. Topics address simulation of natural environmental effects, realistic compositing of dynamic titles and pyrotechnic footage, and motion tracking with the focus centered on industry standards and procedures for planning, creating and applying such effects.

Prerequisite:

None

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the production processes of visual/aural, time-based storytelling. Students will work on various projects using digital video production techniques. With an emphasis on professional video production, students will study all aspects of production from idea generation and conceptualization through post-production editing and sound design.

Prerequisite:

None

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

This course prepares students for professional production within the corporate/informational realm with particular attention toward a documentary-style narrative structure. Students will learn to properly research, develop and plan visions for corporate productions. Students will experience hands-on instruction in advanced camera work, lighting, and audio; students will also work extensively with industry standard editing software with an introduction to basic compositing and effects work in post-production.

Prerequisite:

"PSY2012: Introduction to Psychology"

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

Prerequisite: PSY 2012. This course surveys the major concepts and approaches of the comparative study of behavior across a wide variety of species. Course content emphasizes an integrative approach to psychology by promoting an understanding of behavior in the context of the biological, ecological, and social milieu of the organism.

Prerequisite:

"PSY2012: Introduction to Psychology"

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

Prerequisite: PSY 2012 or consent of instructor. This course is an introduction to current information and psychological research on aspects of old age and aging. Topics include the intellectual, motivational, psychobiological, performance, and personality changes that occur in late adulthood and old age.

Prerequisite:

"PSY2012: Introduction to Psychology"

Corequisite:

None

Course Description:

Prerequisite: PSY 2012. This course introduces the student to the essential concepts and research in the fields of culture and psychology and cross-cultural psychology. Human behavior and mental processes in various cultures and ethnic groups will be studied. Topics covered in class include definitions of key terms, methodological approaches to the study of culture, acculturation, ethnocentrism, multicultural competence, culture and health, culture and emotion, culture and language, culture and decision making, cultural values, and culture and organizations.