1977-1978 Academic Catalog

Speech Communications 111 This study will give the student opportunity to perfect oral interpretation, for recital, public performance or competition in the fields of Speech. This course may be elected by those wishing to correct speech defects by develop– ing new speech patterns.. Problems to be considered include: faulty articulation, stuttering, breathy voice, strident voice, irregularities arising from a cleft palate, and other speech-related problems. 2-4 hours. By permission of instructor only. 141 Introduction to Dramatic Art 3 hours The course involves a study of the history and development of the theatre; dramatic literature from a production point of view; stagecraft, acting, and directing. 210 Advanced Public Speaking 5 hours The course is designed for students who wish to develop speech content beyond Fundamentals 110. An emphasis will be placed upon structure and organization of speeches as well as upon ethics and theory. Students with exceptional backgrounds may qualify to substitute SP 210 for SP 110 with the agreement of the Speech department. The course should be considered by majors of other fields who will be in speaking situations often. Prerequisite: SP 11 O or speech department approval 212 Argumentation and Debate 4 hours A study of principles and practice of debate, the course includes a study of typical questions used in intercollegiate debate as well as the theory involved in logical preparation and refutation of a case. 223 Group Discussion 3 hours Group interaction and principles of directing effective groups are studied in an attempt to develop individual understandings of group processes. The different aims of discussion situations are emphasized. 230 Broadcast Clinic hours An attempt to combine communication theory with practice, broadcast clinic provides the student with on-the-air experience on WCDR-FM. The student is trained in the diverse areas of broadcasting including production, traffic, news, sports, community service, and others. The course is repeatable to a total of six hours. Students should plan a minimum of six hours work in the station per week. Prere– quisite: SP 130 (Credit/No Credit) 231 Broadcast Research Systems 3 hours A study of methods of audience analysis, program surveys, and public service studies designed to acquaint the student with systems and procedures available to test station outreach and image. The student will learn to understand the methods and impact of national agencies as well as the importance of research to proper program structures. Prerequisite: SP 130 232 Theories of Mass Media 5 hours A survey of contemporary mass media with attention to the nature, role, structure, influence, operation, and problems to newspapers, magazines, radio, and television journalistic activities. 233 Broadcast Management 3 hours Broadcast majors and others wishing to understand the management and decision– making problems and processes in the broadcast industry are encouraged to take this course. Specific content will include management techniques. Prerequisite: SP 130 234 Broadcast Journalism 3 hours With emphasis upon newsgathering and reporting techniques which are unique to electronic media, the course deals with interviewing, writing and structuring new programs. Documentaries and news information programs will be studied and developed. 240 Stagecraft 2 hours The theories and techniques of designing, building, painting, and lighting stage