RTVC 100
Introduction to Radio and Television
3 hours lecture, 3 units, Grade Only

A survey of electronic media including radio, television, film and/or multimedia and their impact on culture and society; includes history, economics, technological development, programming, ratings, legal aspects, and social aspects of broadcasting in America, and crosscultural, international comparisons. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: English 51 and English 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 100.

RTVC 105
Media Performance
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This introductory course provides instruction and practice in announcing, interpretation of copy, newscasting, music continuity, the operation of audio equipment, and interviewing. Students gain practice with commercial material and ad-lib announcing.

This course is part of the AS degree and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Drexler
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 105.

RTVC 106
Acting for Radio/Voice-Over
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is a practical study of the voice-over industry. Emphasis is placed on voice-over acting techniques for radio and television commercials, multimedia and other audio and video presentations, including developing characters for cartoons. Students are expected to read aloud extensively as well as to record their voice for critique and self-evaluation. Topics also include an overview of the voice-over business, marketing, current technology requirements, and professional work and studio etiquette.

This course is managed online by the instructor. Here's a link to the class page sdccd106.wordpress.com to allow you to see how assignments and class information are organized.

This course is intended for students majoring in Radio and Television or Drama, as well as for anyone interested in the voice-over business. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Connie Terwilliger
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Advisory: English 56 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level R5; and Radio and Television 105 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Drama 106, Drama 265, or Radio and Television 265.

RTVC 107
Audio Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction in the theory and practice of audio techniques used in the audio field: radio, television, multimedia, and film, including acoustics, audio language and terms, use of microphones, use of mixing consoles and related production equipment.

Students will apply the learned materials to actual audio production. This course is part of the A.S. degree core and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 107.

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RTVC 110
Introduction to Scriptwriting
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is a study of the theory and practice of writing for electronic and film media. Emphasis is placed on the techniques of narrative and documentary writing and scripting. This course is intended for students majoring in Communications and those seeking employment in the Communications field. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

This course is available as a fully or partially online class.

Instructor: Russel Redmond
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Advisory: English 101 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W6 and R6.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 110.

RTVC 115
Radio and Television Management Principles
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction in the business practices and interrelationships of stations, networks, and agencies. Covers the principles of radio, television, and cable advertising, merchandising, market research, audience measurement, and government regulation.

This course is intended for transfer students and for those preparing for employment in the field of broadcast management in programming, promotions, sales, engineering and news departments. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Andy Feldman
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 115.

RTVC 118
Television Studio Operations
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is an introduction to the theory, terminology, and operations within a television studio and control room.

This introduction includes television directing, the operation of television audio equipment, TV cameras, and television switcher, fundamentals of TV lighting, graphics, video control, video tape recording and film for TV. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 120.

RTVC 119
Acting for Film and Television
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units,
Letter Grade or Credit/No Credit Option

This course introduces students to the skills required for on-camera performing techniques as used in the motion picture and television industry. Students participate in the selection, rehearsal, and on-camera performance of material from television and motion picture scripts including drama, sitcoms, soaps, and commercials.

Emphasis is placed on cold-reading taped audition skills, improvisational and interview techniques, and the fundamental acting techniques required for camera, scene, and monologue studies. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to students intending to enter a career in the dramatic arts and radio/television. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Katie Rodda
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Advisory: English 56 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level R5; and Drama 132 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Drama 119 or Drama 265 or Radio and Television 265.

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RTVC 121
Performance for Television
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction and practice in all phases of television announcing: performance, news, commercials, public service announcements, interviews, and talk shows. Instruction and practice using a teleprompter, scripts, and cue cards.

Students will be videotaped in the City College television studio. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 105 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 122
Television Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This is an intermediate course in television production intended for the transfer student and the student seeking employment in the television, technical video, and multimedia industries.

Emphasis is placed upon theory and practice in television production including planning, writing, producing, staging and directing interviews, commercials, public service announcements, dramatic pieces, multimedia and other program segments. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: Radio and Television 118 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 124 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 122A.

RTVC 123
Advanced Television Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course involves the development of advanced production techniques. Emphasis is placed on individual projects in the producing and directing of television programs and segments, in conjunction with Radio and Television 122.

This advanced production course is intended for transfer students and students seeking employment in the television, video production, and multimedia industries. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: Radio and Television 122 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 122B.

RTVC 124
Electronic Field Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is an introduction to the theory, terminology, and operation of remote electronic video production, including composition and in-camera editing techniques, camera operation, portable lighting, video recorder operation, audio control, and editing.

This course includes the aesthetics and fundamentals of scripting, producing, and directing field location, multimedia, and multi-camera video production. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer Course List.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: Radio and Television 118 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 124.

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RTVC 125
Television Specials and Video Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction and practice in the development and production of longer format television specials and video projects.

Students enhance their video and production skills, preparing them to compete and bid for local video production projects. This course is designed for communications majors. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: Radio and Television 122 or 124, and 140, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 126
Art Direction for Film and Television
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course involves theory and practice in the aesthetics and techniques of staging and design for television, multimedia, and film production. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Duane Gardella
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 126.

RTVC 127
Basic TV Production Switcher Operation
1.5 hours lab, 0.5 unit, Grade Only

This course offers instruction and practice in advanced operation of the Grass Valley 200 video production switcher for television.

The course is intended for students who wish to major in Television and Film/Video in the Radio and Television program. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Mike Kaye
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Advisory: Radio and Television 100 and 118, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 128
Lighting for Television and Film
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course involves theory and practice in the aesthetics and techniques of lighting for television, multimedia, and film with emphasis on the essence of light and how the viewer is influenced by different applied techniques. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Duane Gardella
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 128.

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RTVC 130
Radio Programming
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is an introductory study of radio programming including the programming formula, the "hot" clock, station image, marketing research, sales, the corporate ladder, identifying the format, radio format syndication, demographics, on-air personality, music scheduling, and "day parting."

The course is designed for students wishing to obtain an associate degree in Communications with an emphasis in Radio or Management and to transfer to a four-year institution or to further professional skills in radio. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Sniff
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Advisory: Radio and Television 105 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 130.

RTVC 131
Advanced Radio Programming
3 hours lab, 1 unit, Grade Only

This course offers practice and critique within the "real radio" environment. The areas of emphasis include practical radio announcing experience on KSDS-FM, advanced radio production (analog and digital), copy writing for broadcast announcements, and assist in radio station promotions, music library maintenance and office administration.

This course is intended for students wishing to major in Radio or to enhance their professional experience in radio broadcasting. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Sniff
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Advisory: Radio and Television 130 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or professional experience.

RTVC 132
Radio Remotes and Special Events
1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab, 2 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction in the theory and practice of concert production, planning, and promotion in conjunction with KSDS Jazz 88.

Students will handle all aspects of staging live music concerts and simultaneous radio broadcast. Students will write promotional materials and critique concert productions. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Drexler
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.

RTVC 140
Radio and Television Newswriting
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction and practice in writing and editing news for radio and television, including rewriting from wire copy, newspapers, and documents. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 140A.

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RTVC 141
Radio News Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

Student reporters plan, write and produce the NPR-style feature news program City Stories, which airs on City College's award-winning broadcast radio station, KSDS, Jazz 88.3 FM. Recordings of previously aired City Stories programs can be streamed at www.sdcitystories.org. Much of the reporter interaction for the class takes place online at the RTV 141 class blog. This course is intended for students wishing to develop radio news production skills. (FT) Associate Degree credit and transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Scott Chatfield
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Prerequisite: Radio and Television 105 and 140, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 145
Television News Production
2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab, 4 units, Grade Only

This advanced course offers instruction and practice in television news production. Included in the course is practice in the areas of television news gathering, writing, field camera operation, and studio production.

This course is designed for students who wish to major in news in the Radio/TV program. Weekly in-studio production for air on local cable channels includes practice in producing, directing, on-camera talent, staging, lighting, audio, studio camera, floor direction, video-switching and multimedia for television news. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructors: Laura Castañeda and Mike Kaye
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Advisory: Radio and Television 118 and 140, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 146
The TV News Field Report
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course involves theory and practice in the planning, writing, and production of the television news field report and mini-documentary. The course is designed to give students the ability to produce a news field report as a collaborating member of a two-person team comprising the reporter and videographer.

Included are research techniques and news sources, selection of subjects, making contacts, outlining, shooting and editing techniques, and writing and assembly of the field report or mini-doc. This course is designed for transfer, for students majoring in Communications with an emphasis in News, and for students seeking employment in the television news industry. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Advisory: Radio and Television 124 or 140 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

MULT 151
Introduction to Multimedia
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units,
Letter Grade or Credit/No Credit Option

This course introduces students to a conceptual foundation in new media technology. Students learn fundamental concepts including production, distribution, access and storage as well as the impact of technology on communication.

Students examine, analyze, and critique multimedia products and develop concepts for new media. Requires the use of computers. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Doug Mooney
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Advisory: Radio and Television 107 and 110 and 124, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent; and a working knowledge of both PC and Macintosh operations.

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MULT 152
Digital Audio Post Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This is an advanced audio course with emphasis on audio postproduction and synchronization with the visual image for radio, TV, video, multimedia, and film using Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs).

This course provides the benefit of specialized training to the more advanced production students. Students need computer skills at the level of operating both Mac OS and IBMbased Windows operating systems. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement for the more advanced multimedia production students. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: Radio and Television 107 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

MULT 153
Non-linear Editing
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This is a digital video editing course to train students in post-production in video and film. Emphasis is placed on the aesthetic and technical principles in editing. This course utilizes computer-based, non-linear Final Cut Pro editing systems and focuses on broadcast, industrial, and multimedia applications.

This course is designed for transfer, students majoring in Communications with an Emphasis in Video/Film or Multimedia, and for students wishing to enhance their employment opportunities in the broadcast, industrial, video, multimedia, and post-production areas. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Don Blake
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Advisory: Radio and Television 124 and Computer and Information Sciences 121, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

MULT 154
Interactive Game Design
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

An introduction to interactive multimedia game development including game design, development, production and engineering. Emphasis is placed on the critical analysis of the conceptual and technical elements of game design. Students will formulate games by utilizing the process of brainstorming, designing, writing, flowcharting, documentation and assembling multimedia assets.

Hands-on production of graphics, sound, animation, text, and possibly video (if students have completed a video production class) are necessary for the production of student game designs. The operation of the hardware, software, cameras and other equipment are necessary for the production of an interactive game. This course is intended for students who are planning to major in multimedia or students looking to enhance their job skills in the game industry. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

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Advisory: Radio and Television 151 or 157 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

MULT 157
Multimedia Production
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course covers the design and production of new media technology. Students analyze the conceptual and technical elements involved in the production of a multimedia project. Students design, write, assemble, and produce multimedia projects for interactive audiences and develop the audio, video, computer graphics, animation, and text necessary for the creation of a multimedia product.

The students utilize hardware, software, computers, cameras and other necessary equipment. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement for the more advanced multimedia students. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Doug Mooney
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Advisory: Radio and Television 151 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

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RTVC 160
Introduction to Cinematography
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is an historical, aesthetic, and critical survey of cinema with emphasis on the evolution of techniques now used in the production of feature, documentary, educational television, and industrial film.

This course meets California State University General Education Area C and San Diego Community College District Humanities requirements. This course is intended for students who wish to fulfill their humanities requirement for an AA or AS degree and/or plan to major in the film core program at City College or transfer to a four-year college or university. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Rob Lacher
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 160.

RTVC 167
Motion Picture Production
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is an introduction to basic cinematography for motion pictures and television, including composition of shots, editing, sound recording and mixing, animation, special effects, and script writing. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: Radio and Television 110 and 160, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 167.

RTVC 175
Radio and Television Sales
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers a detailed analysis of sales and sales management aspects of radio and television broadcasting and cablecasting, including office organization, research, promotion, traffic, operations, contact procedures, and sales and sales management functions. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Andy Feldman
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 175.

RTVC 176
Radio and TV Advertising Copy
1 hour, 1 unit, Grade Only

This course involves the analysis and writing of radio and television commercial copy with practical experience in writing for KSDS and other radio, television, and cable companies. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Andy Feldman
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Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Radio and Television 100, with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

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RTVC 200
Introduction to Mass Communications
3 hours, 3 units, Grade Only

This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of industries, technologies, issues, and historical foundations that make up mass communications in the United States. The course includes discussions about current practices, problems, issues and significant trends.

The origin and current operations of each media industry are analyzed through the insights of scholars, creative talent, business, and government leaders. The economic, political, societal, and organizational aspects affecting new media are explored. This is a course for transfer students and those seeking employment in communications. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Roman Koenig
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Advisory: English 51 and 56 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.

RTVC 245
Television Workshop
3-9 hours lab, 1-3 units, Grade Only

This is a television production workshop designed to give students an opportunity to work on individual productions and specials to augment their course work in the department and to prepare them for professional employment in the field. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructors: John Hildebrand, Laura Castañeda, Mike Kaye, or Bob Sly
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Prerequisite: Radio and Television 122 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 245.

RTVC 247A
Radio Broadcasting Practicum
3 hours lab, 1 unit, Grade Only

This is an advanced radio broadcasting course designed to provide students additional opportunity to apply previously studied theory to radio program production.

The emphasis of this class is on the development and production of live music programming for KSDS-FM. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Drexler
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Advisory: Radio and Television 132 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 247.

RTVC 247B
Radio Broadcasting Practicum
3 hours lab, 1 unit, Grade Only

This is an advanced radio broadcasting course designed to provide students additional opportunity to apply previously studied theory to radio program production.

The emphasis of this class is on the development and production of radio news programming for KSDS-FM. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: Radio and Television 105 and/or 140 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 247.

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RTVC 247C
Radio Broadcasting Practicum
3 hours lab, 1 unit, Grade Only

This is an advanced radio broadcasting course designed to provide students additional opportunity to apply previously studied theory to radio program production.

The emphasis of this class is on the development and production of radio sports programming for KSDS-FM. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand
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Advisory: Radio and Television 105 and/or 140 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 247.

RTVC 247D
Radio Broadcasting Practicum
3 hours lab, 1 unit, Grade Only

This is an advanced radio broadcasting course designed to provide students additional opportunity to apply previously studied theory to radio program production.

The emphasis of this class is on the development and production of programming for KSDS-FM. This course is part of the A.S. degree program and can be used for transfer or skills development/enhancement. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Dave Drexler
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Advisory: Radio and Television 105 and/or 140 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Telecommunications 247.

RTVC 249A
Television and News Workshop - Producing
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This advanced course includes instruction and practice in producing television news. Emphasis is placed on the role of the producer in the television news team. This course is designed for the student who wishes to gain additional proficiency in producing in the news major in the Radio/TV program. By its very nature, television news varies and the student has unique weekly news gathering experiences. Skills and proficiencies are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice within class periods.

Learning objectives are obtained through active participatory experience in weekly group assignments. The student works in subjects including news writing and editing, assignment editing, CNN Newsource compiling, story selection, program timing, studio production and program back timing and pacing. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Advisory: Radio and Television 145 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 249B
Television News Workshop - Tape Coordinating
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This advanced course offers instruction and practice in tape coordinating for television news. Emphasis is placed on the role of the tape coordinator in the television news team. This course is designed for the student who wishes to gain additional proficiency in tape coordinating in the news major in the Radio/TV program. By its very nature, television news varies and the student will have unique weekly news gathering experiences.

Skills and proficiencies are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice within class periods. Learning objectives are obtained through active participatory experience in weekly group assignments. The student works in subjects including news writing and editing, video tape editing and coordinating, assignment editing, CNN Newsource compiling, story selection, program timing, and hands-on studio production. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Advisory: Radio and Television 145 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

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RTVC 249C
Television News Workshop - Assignment Editing
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This course offers instruction and practice in assignment editing for television news. Emphasis is placed on the role of the assignment editor in the television news team. This course is designed for the student who wishes to gain additional proficiency in assignment editing in the news major in the Radio/TV program. By its very nature, television news varies and the student unique weekly news gathering experiences.

Skills and proficiencies are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice within class periods. Learning objectives are obtained through active participatory experience in weekly group assignments. The student will work in subjects including assignment editing, news writing and editing, video tape editing, CNN Newsource compiling, story selection, program timing, studio production and program back timing and pacing. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
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Advisory: Radio and Television 145 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 249D
Television News Workshop - Reporting
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units, Grade Only

This advanced course offers instruction and practice in reporting for television news. Emphasis is placed on the role of the reporter in the television news team. This course is designed for the student who wishes to gain additional proficiency in assignment reporting in the news major in the Radio/TV program. By its very nature, television news varies and the student has unique weekly news gathering experiences.

Skills and proficiencies are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice within class periods. Learning objectives are obtained through active participatory experience in weekly group assignments. The student works in subjects including reporting in studio, field reporting, news writing and editing, assignment editing, CNN Newsource compiling, story selection and timing and studio production. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: Laura Castañeda
Register for this course online.

Advisory: Radio and Television 145 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.

RTVC 270
Work Experience
Hours by Arrangement (One unit of credit is earned for each 75 hours of paid employment or 60 hours of volunteer work), 1-4 units, Grade Only

TA program of on-the-job learning experiences for students employed in a job related to their major or their educational goals. The combined maximum credit for all work experience courses from all disciplines may not exceed 16 units. Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Instructor: John Hildebrand

Limitation on Enrollment: Must obtain an Add Code from Work Experience Coordinator for enrollment.

RTVC 290
Independent Study
Hours by Arrangement, 1-3 units, Grade Only

Theoretical and practical study of a special area in the field of radio and television. This course may be taken four times with different content for a maximum of six units. (FT) Associate Degree credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

Limitation on Enrollment: Must obtain an Add Code from instructor for registration.

Specialized Instruction
Hours, grading, and units vary.

This discipline may offer specialized instruction in one or more of the following areas: Supervised Tutoring (044), Experimental Topics (265), Independent Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296), Service Learning (277), or Work Experience (270). Detailed course descriptions are listed in the school catalog. Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean or department chair for availability.

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