Courses for Undergraduates
101 Media History to 1927 (3:2:3)
Survey of preelectronic media from the diffusion of electrical telecommunications technology (the telegraph, the telephone) in the nineteenth century through radio and the sound film in the twentieth. (Formerly BCN 101)
102 Media History 1927 to the Present (3:2:3)
Survey of electronic media from the advent of the sound film in 1927 through the appearance of the Internet in their political, economic, and industrial contexts. (Formerly BCN 102)
190 WUAG Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for a maximum of three (3)
semester hours.
Supervised participation in radio broadcasting or program production at the campus radio station WUAG. (Formerly BCN 190)
191 CFVF Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for a maximum of three (3)
semester hours.
Supervised participation in the preparation for and implementation of the UNCG Carolina Film and Video Festival. (Formerly BCN 191)
195 Spartan Television Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for a maximum of three (3) semester hours.
Supervised participation in the production of television programming and promotion of Spartan Television.
197 Media Production Practicum (1–3:0:3–9)
May be repeated for a total of three (3) semester hours.
In-depth, hands-on exposure to the many aspects of the production and postproduction process of film and electronic visualization. (Fall & Spring & Summer) (Formerly BCN 197)
204 Media Writing (3:3)
Introduction to theory and practice of media writing with concentrated exercises in developing messages and shaping those messages to the demands and characteristics of various media. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 204)
205 Media Literacy (3:3)
Introduction to critical awareness of media as a primary influence on individuals and society. Emphasizes tools for living in a media-saturated world, focusing on media audiences, industries, and content. (Formerly BCN 205)
222 Topics in Media and Popular Culture (3:3)
Pop culture's creation, consumption, and influence on politics, justice, identities, and social relationships. Topics will vary with possible offerings including law, political satire, television animation, news infotainment, and the Mafia. (Alt) (Formerly BCN 222)
225 Film Appreciation (3:2:3)
GE Core: GFA
Analysis of selected, significant motion pictures of the world’s cinema, from the silent period to the present. (Formerly BCN 225)
226 Television Appreciation (3:2:3)
GE Core: GFA
Analysis of the cultural and artistic significance of selected television programs. (Fall & Alt Spring) (Formerly BCN 226)
252 Creative Process in Film and Video (3:3)
Various approaches for the enhancement of the visual imagination, emphasizing the origination of ideas and their development into scripts for film and video. (Formerly BCN 252)
271 Introduction to Image and Sound Acquisition (3:2:3)
Coreq. MST 272 must be taken simultaneously with this course.
Theory and practice of single camera film and video image and sound acquisition. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 271)
272 Introduction to Image and Sound Postproduction (3:2:3)
Coreq. MST 271 must be taken simultaneously with this course.
Introduction to digital editing technology and basic aesthetic considerations of video editing. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 272)
301 Media Theory (3:3)
May be repeated for credit.
Examination of media texts, contexts, influence, and effects from a variety of theoretical perspectives. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 301)
305 Digital Media (3:3)
Introduction to the history, development, culture, law, ethics, impact, and use of global digital media with international perspectives and with hands-on practice. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 305)
322 Media Programming (3:3)
Analysis of program sources for radio, television, cable, and the Internet. (Formerly BCN 322)
323 Radio and Media Culture (3:3)
Study of significant developments in the history of the radio industry and its usage by and effect
on society. (Spring) (Formerly BCN 323)
325 Gender and Media Culture (3:3)
GE Core: GSB
Examination of the nature of media contents and production processes as they influence the construction of feminine and masculine identities. (Formerly BCN 325)
326 News Analysis (3:3)
Analysis of news practices and presentation across multiple media and formats from a variety of theoretical, philosophical, and historical perspectives. (Formerly BCN 326)
327 Non-Western Film: Asian (3:2:3)
Study of films from Southeast Asia: Mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, and Korea.
333 Experimental Course: Popular Music in Film (3:3)
Overview of how popular music has enhanced the mood, emotions, and narrative structure of films throughout history. (Offered fall '10)
340 Multimedia Reporting and Production for Civic Engagement (3:3)
Introduction to multimedia reporting and production, with the creation of a home page for community service and civic engagement. Enhances learning by engaging in community service activities. (Fall)
341 Broadcast Newswriting (3:3)
Writing and planning newscasts for broadcast media. (Formerly BCN 341)
343 Creative Copywriting (3:3)
Pr. MST 204
Analysis of persuasive media and examination of radio, television, and Internet advertising techniques with emphasis on developing writing skills for electronic media advertising and promotional campaigns. (Formerly BCN 343)
350 Writing for the Screen (3:3)
Study of techniques of script writing, both adaptations and original material. (Formerly BCN 350)
335 Critiquing Popular Media (3:3)
Critical analysis of popular media with emphasis on writing critical reviews and essays.
361 Radio and Television Announcing (3:3)
Theory and practice of announcing skills and techniques in radio and television broadcasting. (Spring) (Formerly BCN 361)
370 Single Camera Production I (3:3)
Pr. MST 271 and 272
Introduction to technique in the use of the camera to communicate visual ideas. Emphasis is given to technical skills and equipment. (Formerly BCN 370)
371 Field and Studio Production (3:2:3)
Pr. MST 271 and 272
Intermediate principles of field and television studio video production. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 371)
373 TV and Film Lighting (3:2:3)
Principles of light and color in lighting for television and film production. Application of the equipment and accessories used in the execution of lighting design through practical projects. (Formerly BCN 373)
380 Studio News Production (3:2:3)
Principles and techniques for production of studio-based television newscasts. (Spring) (Formerly BCN 380)
395 Special Problems (1–3)
Pr. permission of faculty supervisor is required prior to registration.
May be repeated for credit.
Guided individual study in an area of special interest to the student. (Formerly BCN 395)
399 Independent Study (3:0:9)
Pr. permission of faculty supervisor required prior to registration
May be repeated for credit.
Guided practice in a creative area of media. (Formerly BCN 399)
407 Media Law and Ethics (3:3)
Study of media law and questions of ethics as they apply to the mass media. (Formerly BCN 407)
423 Movies that Matter (3:2:3)
Pr. junior or senior standing
Examines films with social issue themes. Of late, fewer such films have been made; we will look at their relevance while examining the shifting corporate ownership of studios.
440 Online Journalism (3:3)
Introduction to the development of online journalism worldwide, practice of online news reporting and storytelling with video production and podcasts for the Web, and the creation of a personal home page. (Fall or Spring) (Formerly BCN 440)
441 Video Journalism (3:3)
Pr. MST 271, 272, 341
Study and practice of electronic news reporting skills and newscasting. Focus on writing news copy; reporting, shooting, and editing news packages; basic newscast production techniques. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 441)
442 Advanced Broadcast Journalism (3:2:3)
Pr. MST 441
Weekly television newscast production. Emphasis on developing reporting, producing, and presentational
skills. (Spring) (Formerly BCN 442)
468 Sportscasting (3:3)
Pr. MST 361 or permission of instructor
Development of announcing skills and knowledge of sports necessary for sports broadcasting including play-by-play. (Alt Fall) (Formerly BCN 468)
470 Single Camera Production II (3:3)
Pr. MST 370 or permission of instructor
Further study of the camera and the creation of a sync sound project utilizing the camera, the sound recorder, and postproduction methodologies. (Formerly BCN 470)
471 Editing (3:3)
Pr. MST 271 and 272, or permission of instructor
Survey of the history, aesthetics, and techniques in sequencing moving images. Laboratory experience, including digital editing. (Formerly BCN 471)
473 Media Sound Production (3:3)
Techniques and aesthetics of digital sound design for the moving image. (Formerly BCN 413 and 473)
490 Advanced WUAG Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for maximum of three (3)
semester hours.
Supervised participation at an advanced level of radio broadcasting or program production at the campus radio station WUAG. (Formerly BCN 490)
491 Advanced CFVF Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for maximum of three (3)
semester hours.
Supervised participation at an advanced level in the preparation for and implementation of the UNCG Carolina Film and Video Festival. (Formerly BCN 491)
492 Media Internship (1–6)
Pr. restricted to Media Studies majors and permission of the Director of Internships.
May be repeated for credit for total of six (6) semester hours.
Field learning experience in media industries. Academic supervision provided by faculty member and direction in the field provided by job supervisor. (Formerly BCN 492)
493 Honors Work (3–6)
Pr. permission of instructor; 3.30 GPA in the major, 12 s.h. in the major
May be repeated for credit if the topic of study changes.
(Formerly BCN 493)
495 Advanced Spartan Television Workshop (1–2)
May be repeated for credit for a maximum of three (3) semester hours.
Supervised participation at an advanced level in the production of television programming and promotion of Spartan Television.
497 Advanced Media Production Practicum (1–3:0:3–9)
May be repeated for a total of three (3) semester hours.
Advanced, in-depth, hands-on exposure to the many aspects of the production and postproduction process of film and electronic visualization. (Fall & Spring & Summer) (Formerly BCN 497)
498 Experimental Course: Legal and Ethical Issues in Campus Media Workshop (1:1)
Addresses contemporary legal and ethical issues confronting campus print and electronic media, employing a problem-based learning format and focusing on issues generated by the students enrolled. (Offered spring '10)
499 Senior Portfolio (1:1)
Pr. restricted to Media Studies majors.
To be taken in student’s last semester at UNCG prior to
graduation.
Preparation of a professional portfolio, reel, or resume tape. Includes assistance in writing resumes, interviewing, and career networking. (Fall & Spring) (Formerly BCN 499)
See Courses for Advanced Undergraduates & Graduate Students.
