• COM 1100: Survey of Mass Communications

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course is an examination of print and electronic media. Each medium is analyzed. The possible effects of the media are also examined.
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• COM 1110: Amer Media/Social Institutions

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course explores the historical development of various media. Topics include standard print media, radio, television, films, public relations, advertising, new electronic media and the World Wide Web with emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of these media and their impact on society.
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• COM 1120: Introduction to Media Writing

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course is an introduction to print and broadcast journalism with an emphasis on newsgathering methods and the writing of news for print and electronic media. Laboratory participation on student publication(s) is required. Prerequisite: BIT 1000 and/or ability to type 35-40 words per minute.
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• COM 1130: Intro to Electronic Media

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course is an introduction to the history, special aspects, organization, structure, and function of electronic media. It is a basic introduction to broadcast operations.
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• COM 2020: Children's Drama

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  Training is provided in story-telling, creative dramatics, and acting in children's drama. This course is recommended for students with an interest in drama and for those who plan a career working with children, particularly in education.
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• COM 2030: Theatre Production

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course is a survey of practice in all phases of play production, including play choice, casting, directing, staging, make-up, costuming, lighting, and scenic design.
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• COM 2410: Basic Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This is an introductory course in black and white photography. Basic photographic techniques and darkroom procedures are emphasized as well as the principles of optics and visual perception. Additional darkroom work is required.
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• COM 2420: Intermediate Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course emphasizes the finer points of lighting, composition, equipment selection, and advanced darkroom technique. Color photography may be introduced along with basic color darkroom techniques. Additional darkroom work is required. Prerequisite: COM 2410 or permission of the appropriate Dean.
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• COM 2990: Topics In Communications

  1.00 - 5.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  Selected topics in communications is a specially designed course for students interested in pursuing specific study projects under the supervision of a discipline instructor and approved by an advisor, the course instructor, and the appropriate Dean. No more than six semester hours in topics courses may be used in meeting minimum degree requirements.
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• COMH 1010: Fundamentals of Speech-Honors

  3.00 Credits

  Motlow State Community College

  
  This course is a study of communication skills including practice in organizing, preparing, and delivering various types of informative and persuasive speeches. The course emphasizes the preparation of computer-supported presentations using content from other courses in the honors curriculum. Constructive criticism of presentations is incorporated into the course. Prerequisite or corequisite: BITH 1150 and ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010 - Honors. See Eligibility for Honors Courses.
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