2001-2002 Academic Catalog

School of RTV-331 Brnadcast Advertising and Sales-Sp 4 hours The sales strncture of broadcasting is explored. Emphasis is on developing an understanding of the theo1y and techniques of broad– cast sales. Sales executives work with the class to develop technique, copywriting, and presentation skills. Prerequisite: RTV-301 Broad– cast Research Systems. (Fee: $30) (alternate years) RTV-341 Issues and Ethics in Electrnnic Media-W 3 hours Examines ethical issues in the wide range of electronic media. Establish biblical, ethical base, and evaluate current criticisms of the role and performance of electronic media. Topics include program content, advertising, privacy, and intellectual property. (odd years) RTV-361 Advanced Broadcast Clinic-A,W,Sp 2 hours Advanced workshop in audio production that may be repeated with others to a total of six hours. Prerequisite: RTV-310 AdvancedAudio Production. Credit/no credit. (Fee: $30) RTV-363 Television Camera Clinic-A,W,Sp 2 hours "Hands-on" training with television equipment is designed to orient the student to most of the equipment normally used for video production. Six hours per week ofwork at assigned tasks are required. Prerequisite: RTV-320 Television Production. (Fee: $30) RTV-364 Advanced Clinic in TV Production-W,Sp 2 hours An advanced workshop in TV/video production that may be repeated with others to a total of six hours. Prerequisite: RTV-321 Electronic FieldProduction. Credit/no credit. (Fee: $30) RTV-367 Large Auditorium Video Production-A,W,Sp 2 hours Students receive "hands-on" experience in the production of events in a large auditorium setting. Camera work and "live-switching" to directing opportunities are included. Repeatable to 6 hours. RTV-368 Sports Production Clinic-A,W,Sp 2 hours The full production of college sporting events including directing, am1ouncing, equipment operation, "live-switching," and producing is available for hands-on experience. Repeatable to six hours. RTV-401 Mass Media Law and Regulation-A 4 hours Development of First Amendment protections and present legal requirements for media are studied. Emphasis is placed upon court decisions helping to define First Amendment freedoms for those in the electronic media, as well as regulations imposed upon the broadcaster. RTV-402 Seminar in Religious Broadcasting-W 3 hours Intensive study in religious broadcasting. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. RTV-407 Internship in Broadcasting-A,W,Sp,Su RTV-408 Independent Study in Broadcasting Prerequisite: per111issio11 ofinstmctor. 5-15 hours 1-4 hours RTV-431 Brnadcast Management-Sp 3 hours Acquaints the student with the concerns facing the management of a broadcast station including legal requirements of the FCC, personnel management, and implementation ofprogramming. Prerequisite: RTV- 301 Broadcast Research Systems. (alternate years) RTV-451 Documentary Films-W 4 hours This class provides students with an overview of the origins, development, and current trends in the production of documentaiy films. Paiiicular emphasis is given to the viewing and analysis of selected documentary programs. (odd years) RTV-464 Special Topics 3 hours Available to advanced students who desire intense study in special areas ofmedia. (Fee: $30) RTV-482 Senior Project I Broadcasting 3 hours RTV-483 Senior Project II Broadcasting 3 hours Each student selects a topic of interest and prepares a major research paper, which discusses findings, or completes a major project. Taken for two quarters and overseen by an individual faculty mentor. Capstone course. Prerequisite: COM-205 Co111munication TheolJ',' COM-222 Research in Communications; senior status. Communication Arts COM-100 Introduction to Communication Studies-A 3 hours A foundational course designed to introduce the student to the broad discipline of communication including such areas as hist01y, theory, ethics, programs of study, professional organizations, co-curricular and career opportunities. COM-110 Fundamentals of Speech-A,W,Sp 5 hours Usually a prerequisite for other courses in speech, the fundamental course offers theory and practice in basic speech skills for extempora– neous speaking and the use of voice and delivery in oral interpretation of prose and poetry. Students gain extensive training in public speaking as an art. COM-112 Honors Speech-A 5 hours Course will expose the student to and prepare the student for competition in the three general areas ofintercollegiate forensic competition: oral interpretation (prose, poetry, dramatic-duo), public spealdng (persuasion, informative, communication analysis), and limited preparation events (impromptu and extemporaneous speak– ing). Prerequisite: audition; permission ofinstructor. COM-123 Voice and Diction-W 3 hours See course description for THTR-123 Voice and Diction. COM-141 Introduction to Theatre-A,W,Su 4 hours See course description for THTR-141 Introduction to Dramatic Art. COM-150 Intrnduction to Debate-Su 5 hours A foundational course designed to allow high school students to develop their public speaking and debating skills in a concentrated, activity intensive learning environment. Theories concerning public speaking and argumentation will be presented. Daily speaking assignments are an important aspect of the course. (Fee: $25) COM-200 Persuasive Theory-W 5 hours Methods of applying contempormy communication theories on attitudes, involvement, and change are combined with classical positions on the principles and methods of persuasive communica– tions. Attention is given to the study, analysis, and delive1y of persuasive speeches in a free society. The student is given background in the rhetorical criticism oflogical, emotional, and ethical proofs. Interpersonal communication problems, methods, and theories are considered. COM-205 Communication Theory-A 3 hours Introduction and critical assessme1it of the theories that underlie interpersonal group, organizational, and mass communication practice and research. COM-220 Communication in Applied Contexts-W 4 hours This course provides students with an opportunity to develop their speaking skills beyond Fundamentals of Speech. The course will emphasize the use of technology, the professional use of public address, and preparation for upper level applied and speaking courses. Prerequisite: COM-110 Fundamentals ofSpeech, or COM-112 Honors Speech. COM-222 Research in Communication-W 4 hours Forms and methodology for research and writing in communication are studied using empidcal, historical/critical, and specialized fo1mats. Required for majors choosing a research project. COM-223 Grnup Discussion-Sp 3 hours Group interaction and principles of directing effective groups are studied in an attempt to develop individual understanding of group processes. Emphasis on the different aims of discussion situations. The Cedarville University Debate Team, coached by associate prqfessor qf' co1111111111icatio11 arts Deborah Hq!Jey, eamed the title of' National Champion at the National Education Debate Association National To11r11a111e11t.