101 Media and Society 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

The development, functions and effects of the mass media in relation to the individual, society and the global community.  

102 Introduction to Electronic Media 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

The course focuses upon the history, background, and technologies of the electronic media.  

132 Website Design and Development 3 (2-2) [Link to Syllabus]

Introduction to the creation and design of WWW pages, software applications, protocols and standards for implementing and managing WWW sites.  Prerequisites:  MCCNM 101, or permission of instructor.

An introduction to radio station operation. Students gain practical experience operating KTSC, 89.5, Colorado State University-Pueblo's 10,000 watt radio station.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 101.  

Concepts, skills and technical processes needed for digital recording and signal processing of aural communication.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 101.  

Concepts, skills and technical facilities involved in production of television programs.  Emphasis on the understanding of the technical equipment used in program broadcasting.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 101.  Fee required.

150 Regulation of Electronic Media 3 (3-0)  [Link to Syllabus]

The historical and legal structures of radio, television, cable, and new technologies of mass communications are explored with emphasis upon inventors, innovation, and social development.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 101.  

201 News Writing 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Instruction and practice in basic news writing including the public's right to know, newsworthiness, and writing style. Required of all majors and minors. Word processing skills required. Prerequisites: ENG 101 and 102.  

202 Feature Writing 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Reporting campus events via interpretive articles, news features, straight features, seasonal stories and in-depth articles. Prerequisite: MCCNM 201.  

211 Desktop Publishing 3 (1-4) [Link to Syllabus]

To develop computer publishing and design skills with varied software packages and within PC and Mac environments, preparing students for publication design and editing careers. Prerequisite: word processing literacy.  Fee required.

216 Advertising 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Principles of advertising on local and national levels for newspapers, magazines, radio and television.  

222 Broadcast News Writing 3 (3-0)

Preparation of copy for radio/television news reports, interviews and commentary.

The theory and practice of digital preproduction and production using single and multiple camera schemes.  Prerequisite: MCCNM 142

Techniques, styles, formats, treatments, outlines, and scenarios for script forms used in the electronic media are covered with emphasis upon preparing scripts for production.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 201.

235 (WS 235) Women and Media 3 (3-0) The historical and cultural implications of the mass media's portrayal of women and the extent of their media participation from colonial to contemporary times.

238 Multimedia Applications 3 (2-2) [Link to Syllabus]

Introduction to the principles and applications of digital multimedia with special emphasis on animation, digital audio and video as well as interface design.  Prerequisite: MCCNM 132.

240 Public Relations 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Historical, theoretical and practical approach to contemporary public relations focusing on the public relations process, communication strategies, public, and organizational distinctions.  

 251 Sports Writing and Statistics 3 (2-3)

Study and practical application of sports writing and statistics; emphasis on press box experience at intercollegiate athletic events. Repeatable once. Prerequisites: MCCNM 201 and 202.

265 History of Journalism 3 (3-0)

History of the press in America from colonial times to the present day; political and economic impact of newspapers and magazines during the 19th and 20th centuries.

301 Editorial Writing 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Study of editorial page management and policy, with emphasis on preparation of editorials, columns and critical reviews. Prerequisites: MCCNM 201 and 202.

302 Advertising Writing 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Copy writing essentials and formats for print, broadcast and direct mail advertising. Emphasis on developing writing techniques for practical application in both retail and product advertising. Prerequisite: MCCNM 216 or permission of instructor.

305 News Reporting 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Course covers the principles and practices, skills and ethics of professional beat and general assignment news reporting -- specifically in-depth interviewing and other news gathering techniques. Prerequisite: MCCNM 201 and 202.

Advanced study of electronic publishing and design, emphasizing process color, electronic document creation, on-line publishing.  Prepares students for advertising, publication design, production and editing careers.   Prerequisite:  MCCNM 211 or permission of instructor.  Fee required.

311 Copy Editing and Makeup 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

News evaluation, copy reading, rewriting, headline writing, page makeup and similar duties of the newspaper copy editor. Prerequisites: MCCNM 201 and 202.  

317 Advertising Strategy 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Seminar emphasizing tactics and strategies of advertising planning, utilizing media techniques, marketing posture and creative media buying. Prerequisites: MCCNM 216 and 316.  

319 Direct Advertising 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

An advanced course stressing the philosophy, objectives, content and development of direct response advertising, particularly direct mail and computer-generated messages. Prerequisite: MCCNM 216.  

320 Media Programming 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Program types used on broadcast stations; analysis of network structure and local station programs; ethical requirements in programming. Prerequisites: MCCNM 141, 142, and 222. 

321 Public Relations Case Problems 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Emphasis on analyzing public relations scenarios involving non-profit, private sector and government organizations and their impact on such publics as employees, consumers, voters, and volunteers. Prerequisites: MCCNM 201, 202 and 240.  

330 (WS 330) Gender and Film 3 (3-0) 

A discussion course which examines gender roles in theatrical and documentary film while considering the perspective of producers, actors and spectators and salient film theories. Prerequisite: upper division standing in MCCNM or Women's Studies.

336 Interactive Media and Interface Design 3 (3-0) [Link to syllabus]

An overview of interactive media systems and the computer applications used to create interactive media content. Prerequisite:  MCCNM 132. 

338 Global Communications 3 (3-0) 

The student will explore the technological concepts underlying modern global communications systems and the role that those technologies and systems play in our global community.  Prerequisite:  New Media emphasis or permission of instructor. 

An advanced laboratory course for students involved in university publications and campus broadcast operations. May be repeated for up to 8 credits. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing; permission of instructor.  

370 (SW 370)  Nonprofit Organizations and Communication 3 (3-0)  [Link to Syllabus]

A seminar course using cooperative teaching that integrates theory and practice to examine the basic elements of nonprofit organizations from economic, political, and social perspectives.  Prerequisite:  sophomore standing. 

382 Digital Media Post Production 3 (2-2) [Link to syllabus]

The theory and practice of digital post production using nonlinear editing.  Students will use their production skills in a variety of community based projects.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 142. 

401 Photographic Procedures 4 (3-2)

Practical course in pictorial reporting; emphasis on spot news features, picture stories and photographic essays. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.  

402 Photojournalism 4 (3-2)

Practical course in pictorial reporting; emphasis on spot news features, picture stories and photographic essays. Prerequisite: MCCNM 401.

411/511 Media Law  3 (3-0) [Link to syllabus]

Ethical and legal factors of mass communications related to the structure and substance of laws at federal, state, and local levels, including freedoms, restraints, and contemporary issues. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

415 Theories of Mass Communications 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Application of information theories to mass communication problems. Nature of the communication process in groups and between mass media and audiences. Contribution of theoretical concepts to solving specific problems. Prerequisite: senior standing or permission of instructor.

422 Writing for Public Relations 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

A specialized course in persuasive writing techniques in different formats. Emphasis is on print and electronic news releases, public service announcements, brochures, news-letters, speeches, and proclamations. Prerequisite: MCCNM 201 and 240.  

425 Audience Research Methodology 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Generalized research methodology course. Effective and appropriate research tools to define and describe various publics contained within the mass audience. Emphasis on sampling practices, encoding and interpretation of results. Pragmatic task activities via Nielsen, Arbitron, SRDS, content analysis and related data sources.  

430 Integrated Communications Campaigns 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

The course examines the organization, structure, components and preparation of an integrated communication campaign focusing on advertising, public relation, sales promotion and direct response.  Prerequisite:  MCCNM 216 and 240.

432 Television Documentary 3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Advanced production course about non-fiction formats. The course combines theory, history, and production aesthetics specific to television documentary with opportunity to produce a TV documentary. Prerequisite: MCCNM 142 or POI.

440 (ENG 440) Magazine Writing  3 (3-0) [Link to Syllabus]

Instruction and practice in writing nonfiction magazine articles, with emphasis on story research and market selection.  Prerequisites:  MCCNM 201 and 202. 

445 Reporting Public Affairs 3 (2-2) [Link to Syllabus]

Instruction and practice in reporting important issues in areas such as crime, courts, local and state government. Prerequisites: MCCNM 201 and 202.  

450 Film Criticism in the Media 3 (3-0)

The role and function of the film critic in television and print journalism, with emphasis on writing the critical review. Prerequisite: senior standing.  

490 Special Projects 3 (0-3)

Individualized instruction within a special interest area, under supervision of a member of the department. Repeatable once. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.  

491 Special Topics (1-3 VAR)

Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.

493 Mass Media Seminar 3 (3-0) [Link to syllabus]

Seminar devoted to special problems in mass media; emphasis on interrelationships of media, understanding media, and the role of criticism. Prerequisite: senior standing.  

494 Field Experience (3-10 VAR)

A semester-long internship. Student performs the professional duties required by the cooperating commercial mass medium, business or public service agency. May be taken for a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, minimum of 30 hours in major, or permission of program chair.  

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495 Independent Study 2 (0-2)

Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.  

GRADUATE COURSE

Prerequisite: graduate standing.