Associate of Science Degree in Communications and Mass Media
(60 Credits)
Hybrid Modality: At least 51% online
Program Description
The Associate of Science in Communications and Mass Media program is a 60 credit hour program that prepares students to assume low level entry positions in either the mass media industry or in the media department of any company or non-profit organization.
The program introduces students to the dynamic and multifaceted media industry with courses on photography, radio, film, and web-based media. Students develop media literacy and basic production skills. The program offers courses that combine theoretical approaches with practical application of knowledge into curricula.
Program Learning Objectives
- Analyze text and media strategy to become ethical driven and media literate.
- Identify basic visual content under the framing elements of media design and current technology applications.
- Create scripts for radio and web-based media.
- Interpret written, spoken and electronic messages applying basic theories of mass and public communication.
- Promote a holistic approach in every communication medium.
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Curriculum
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | COURSE TYPE | TOTAL COURSE CREDIT/CLOCK HOURS |
| General Education | 15 | ||
| MAC 115 | College Algebra | General Education | 3 |
| ENC 134 | English Composition I | General Education | 3 |
| ENC 224 | English Composition II | General Education | 3 |
| EUH 221 | Western Civilization | General Education | 3 |
| PHI 225 | Critical Thinking | General Education | 3 |
| Core Credits | 18 | ||
| MMC 101 | Introduction to Mass Communications and Media Literacy | Core/Required | 3 |
| SPC 134 | Introduction to Public Speaking | Core/Required | 3 |
| MMC 224 | Speaking on Radio | Core/Required | 3 |
| FIL 201 | Film History and Criticism | Core/Required | 3 |
| MAN 223 | Business Expo | Core/Required | 3 |
| IHD 136 | Self Empowerment | Core/Required | 3 |
| Recommended Electives | 27 | ||
| COM 242 | Business Communication | Elective | 3 |
| CIS 235 | Microsoft Technology Applications | Elective | 3 |
| IHD 138 | Personality Enneagram | Elective | 3 |
| MMC 234 | Ethics and Mass Media | Elective | 3 |
| MAR 212 | Social Media | Elective | 3 |
| JOU 105 | Introduction to Journalism | Elective | 3 |
| ART 224 | Graphic Design | Elective | 3 |
| PGY 201 | Photography | Elective | 3 |
| HLP 131 | Stress Management and Yoga | Elective | 3 |
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