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SMGT-3180 Legal Issues in the Sport Industry–Sp 3 hours
This course will focus on the three major areas of law that have
a direct impact on the management of sport: tort liability and risk
management, contract law, and constitutional law. Prerequisite:
Junior status.
SMGT-3200 Facility Design and Management–Fa 3 hours
This course includes planning and designing areas and
facilities in sports and utilization of those facilities for sporting
events. Topics will include maintenance, supervision, scheduling,
planning, renovation, etc. Prerequisite: Junior status or permission
of the instructor. (Fee $35)
SMGT-3300 Event Planning and Production–Sp 3 hours
This course includes the process of planning for and organizing
an event in sport. Organizing a plan for an event would include
financial planning, risk management, scheduling, facility use,
communication, promotions, registration, etc. Prerequisite: Junior
status or permission of the instructor.
SMGT-3880 1–3 hours
Special Topics in Sport Management–Su
This course will be a means of exposing students to current
issues and trends in the sport industry.
SMGT-4100 3 hours
Sponsorship and Promotion in the Sport Industry–Fa
This course builds upon basic principles of marketing by
applying promotional and sponsorship activities to the sport and
fitness industry. Areas of application include professional sport,
intercollegiate sport, olympic sport, interscholastic sport, fitness
clubs and resorts.. Prerequisite: Senior status or permission of the
instructor. (Fee: $65)
SMGT-4200 Financing Sport Operations–Fa 3 hours
This course provides the student with an overview of the
financial aspects of the sport industry.
SMGT-4850 1–3 hours
Independent Study in Sport Management–Fa, Sp
Independent study in the area of sport management by
students pursuing the sport management major. Departmental
approval is required.
SMGT-4910 Athletic Administration Practicum–Fa, Sp 1 hour
This practicum provides the sport management major the
opportunity to assist a local athletic administrator with their
responsibilities for a required minimum of 30 hours total.
Prerequisites: SMGT-3200 Facility Design and Management;
SMGT-3300 Event Planning and Production.
SMGT-4990 9–12 hours
Internship in Sport Management–Fa, Sp
This is an actual work experience in a sport management
setting for a minimum of 40 hours per week for a minimum of
twelve weeks. Capstone course for sport management major.
Departmental approval is required. Credit/no credit. (Fee: $35)
Department of Communication
Course Descriptions
Broadcasting and Digital Media (BRDM)
BRDM-1110 Introduction to Broadcasting
and Digital Media –Fa 3 hours
A survey of electronic media, including history and
development, types, audience research, regulations, and
globalization.
BRDM-1120 Audio Technical Training–Fa, Sp 3 hours
Students receive instruction and training in the operation of
software and hardware used in audio media. The course focuses
on gaining knowledge and experience with Pro Tools software
and audio hardware including microphones, control surfaces and
interfaces, signal processors, audio monitors, etc. Students in the
course will use these tools to produce several audio projects. (Fee:
$45)
BRDM-1210 Media Performance–Sp 3 hours
Examines announcing for a variety of applications including:
commercial, audio book, interviewing, news, sports, and music
radio. The emphasis is on the application of key principles
through assignments that focus on use of the voice as a tool for
communication of ideas on a one-to-one basis. (Fee: $45 )
BRDM-2110 Video Technical Training–Sp 3 hours
This course provides hands-on training with all video production
equipment, including cameras, lighting, sound, and editing. The
student will learn basic television skills and technical terms. (Fee:
$45)
BRDM-2130 Writing for Electronic Media–Fa 3 hours
Covers the form and style of writing for radio, television, and
interactive media. Work in the course includes news writing,
public service announcements, promotional announcements,
advertisements, video scripting, and writing for the web. (odd
years)
BRDM-2220 Sound Design–Sp 3 hours
This course is designed to prepare the media production
student to create sound designs for radio, television, film and other
audio media by studying the nature of sound, psychoacoustics,
the power of the voice, sound effects, and music and how they can
be used in combination with visual image to influence listeners/
viewers. Students will create and execute a variety of sound
designs for radio, television, and other audio media. Prerequisite:
(Fee: $45)
BRDM-2320 3 hours
Preproduction and Planning for Video and Film–Fa, Sp
This course examines the framework for preparation for video
and film production in fiction and nonfiction programming. The
duties of the producer and director are covered as they relate to
scripting, budgets, legalities, scheduling, site surveys and other
related preproduction duties for studio and field productions. (Fee
$45)
BRDM-2350 3 hours
Introduction to Graphics for TV and Film–Fa
An introduction to the creation of graphics for television and
film. Topics covered include motion graphic principles, network
package graphic creation, and training in Adobe After Effects.
(Fee: $45).
BRDM-2606 2 hours
Introduction to Computer Animation–Fa
An introduction to the use of 3D animation software. The course
focuses on learning the basics of Autodesk Maya and general
principles and workflow for 3D computer graphics in production
work. (Fee: $45)
BRDM-2810 Sophomore Seminar–Fa 1 hours
The sophomore seminar in broadcasting and digital media is
designed to acquaint students with current trends in the electronic
media and to aid students in understanding key concepts for
building a successful career including networking, professional
development, résumé and portfolio development, and strategies
for career entry in the electronic media field. Prerequisite:
BRDM-3111 3 hours
Survey Research for Electronic Media–Sp
The study of survey research methodologies used in electronic
media, including audience analysis; program and screen design
testing; station and website ratings. Includes an introduction to
academic research in electronic communication using survey
methodologies. Prerequisite:
(Fee: $15)
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