124 Electives (6 credit hours) Select 6 credit hours from the following in consultation with and approved by the department's communication education advisor for the Journalism concentration. COMM 1560 Audio Production & Performance (3) COMM 2200 In-Studio Video Production & Performance (3) COMM 2350 Communication Graphic Design (3) COMM 3130 News Reporting and Writing (3) COMM 3220 Editing (3) COMM 3 740 Copy Writing for Audio and Video (3) COMM 3 780 Broadcast News Writing & Production (3) COMM 4130 In-depth & Investigative Journalism (3) INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS The Communication Department participates in the interdisciplinary Linguistics Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll in this program should indicate their desire to do so with the program coordinator who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) COMMUNICATION COURSES - COMM NOTE: A maximum of 9 credit hours total from the following courses may be counted for the Communication major, while a maximum of 3 credit hours from these courses may be countedfor either the Communication minor or the BIS Concentration in Communication: COMM 2210, COMM 2730, COMM 2890, COMM 3890a, COMM 3890b, COMM 3890c, COMM3890d, COMM 4210, and COMM 4800. COMM HU1020. Principles of Public Speaking (3) Introduces theories and principles of effective speaking with emphasis on: audience analysis and adaptation, listening, organization, content development, use of language, and extemporaneous delivery. Designed to improve the student's ability to research, organize, develop and make presentations. COMM 1040. Convocations (1) Features distinguished speakers and artists in broad fields of humanities, sciences, technology, education, national and world affairs, and specialized artists in the fine arts from specialties such as music, theatre, interpretation, ballet and art. May be repeated for maximum of six credits. COMM TD/HU1115. Humanities on the Internet: Culture, Content and Access (3) An introductory course integrating Humanities content with technology and information skills. Students will learn core inf ormation literacy skills and use the library and the Internet to understand, access and critically evaluate Humanities topics and information. Strong emphasis will be placed on active learning including student writing, group discussion, and oral presentations. Students will complete a research project on a Humanities topic and publish it on the World Wide Web. Students are expected to attend exhibits and performances outside of regularly scheduled class time. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. Cross listed in ART, ENGL, FL, LIBS, & THEA. COMM 1130. Media Writing (3) Beginning instruction in information-gathering techniques and media writing styles that inform, entertain and/or persuade. Approach recognizes that new technology is blurring the distinctions among various media and that writers must have a broad base of knowledge and skills. Prerequisite: Proficiency in word processing. COMM 1500. Introduction to Mass Communication (3) Examines mass media development and impact upon society. Considers newspapers, magazines, film, radio, TV and multimedia. The role of media in providing inf ormation, opinion, entertainment and advertising support are considered along with the social political-economic controls which affect the media. (Also available via correspondence.) COMM 1560. Audio Production & Performance (3) An introductory course in audio production and performance. Training in audio console operation, use of recorders and microphones, and audio editing. Class includes basic announcing and formatting for radio stations. Course emphasizes hands-on projects. COMM HU2010. Mass Media & Society (3) Media literacy course which examines the non-legal, but ethical and social problems of mass media. Discusses current media issues and explores constructive steps to improve media relationships. (Also available via correspondence). COMM HU2110. Interpersonal & Small Group Communication (3) Explores the dynamics of verbal and nonverbal communication in personal relationships and small groups. The emphasis is on practical application of course content to enhance interpersonal relationships and to achieve competence as group members. COMM 2200. In-studio Video Production and Performance (3) An introductory course in all aspects of in-studio video production. Skills include performing for video as well as the use of cameras, switching, lighting, electronic graphics and audio equipment. In-class projects emphasize directing, writing and performing for video. Four classroom hours per week. COMM 2210. Intercollegiate Debate (1) Preparation and competition on the national debate resolutions and participation in individual events. Course may be repeated for credit four times. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. COMM 2270. Argumentation & Debate (3) An examination of the theory and practice of argumentation with emphasis on parliamentary and policy debate formats. Emphasis also placed on making claims and inferences, research and the use of evidence, cross-examination, case construction, rebuttals and style of presentation. COMM 2350. Communication Graphic Design (3) An introduction into the design of communication projects with special emphasis on creative typography, paper, computer-assisted layout and design as well as publication techniques. Working familiarity with desktop publishing required. Prerequisite: COMM 1130. COMM 2730. Radio Production Workshop (1) Students meet once a week and work as contributors to the Weber State student radio station, KWCR Work may include such things as station management, announcing, production, news, sales or engineering. At least one shift of 4 hours per week is required. Specific hours to be arranged. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: COMM 1560 or permission of instructor. COMM 2751. Field Video Production & Performance (3) Remote video production and performance. Skills include performance, program planning and writing, use of field cameras and post-production. May be taken in same semester as COMM 2200. Weber State University 2010-2011 Catalog