Critical appraisal of mass communications systems and content with special attention to the electronic media's aesthetic properties and economic, political and societal effects. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BCA 210 with a C or better or signed Cinema Studies minor or graduate standing.

Techniques for creating episodic and serial scripts, emphasizing story structure, characterization, and creative team dynamics for electronic media series. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BCA 211 with a grade of C or better; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Techniques, formatting styles and aesthetic strategies for writing and analyzing short- and feature-length cinematic narrative screenplays, emphasizing characterization, plot and structure. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BCA 211 with a grade of C or better; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Regulation of the electronic media. Examination of legal and administrative materials and cases. Prerequisites: BCA 210 with a C or better and junior standing or above; or graduate standing.

Organizational systems and processes of sales in electronic media. Emphasis on techniques found most reliable in modern sales practices in radio, television, internet and cable. Prerequisites: BCA 265; limited to junior standing or above or graduate standing.

Tools and techniques of promotion for electronic media. Emphasis on media needs, community relations and problems unique to the electronic media promoter. Prerequisite: BCA 211 with a C or better or signed Integrative Public Relations major; Pre/Co-requisite BCA 311; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

This class is designed to help students understand the work of a media entrepreneur and the basics of starting and running a business. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above; or graduate standing.

Overview of the sports broadcasting industry. Emphasis on tools and techniques of live-event production and electronic sports reporting. Prerequisites: BCA 210, 317 each with C or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Discusses management in contemporary American electronic media settings. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Study and intensive practice in complex media performance situations. Special emphasis on realistic laboratory experience designed to explore the professional requirements of electronic media talent. Prerequisite: BCA 317 with a C or better; or graduate standing.

Techniques of news gathering, reporting, and interviewing for electronic media. Prerequisites: BCA 318 with a C or better; or graduate standing.

Examination of electronic media programming in terms of recent trends and strategies. Prerequisite: BCA 265; or graduate standing.

Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content does not duplicate previous special topic studies. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Advanced theory and practice in the production of short form narrative video, with emphasis on the aesthetic aspects of lighting, direction and editing. Prerequisites: BCA 223, 440 each with a grade of C or better; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Advanced recording, editing, sweetening, synchronizing and mixing of audio for video/film applications. Prerequisites: BCA 223, 421 both with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing.

A collaborative experiential approach to writing and constructing original television programming for a variety of platforms. Utilizes an industry-standard studio to create dynamic live productions. Prerequisite: BCA 223; or BCA 318WI; or graduate standing.

In-depth examination of selected film genres, themes and trends. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content previously studied is not duplicated. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Critical examination of selected film directors, focusing on their themes and visual style. Repeatable up to 9 hours when content previously studied is not duplicated. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

History of the non-fiction film, with emphasis on narrative, aesthetic and rhetorical dimensions, as well as production, distribution and consumption conditions. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Directed work experience at participating media venues. May count 6 hours maximum toward a major, 3 hours toward a minor. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Prerequisite: prior written approval of BCA Intern Director; limited to juniors or above; open only to signed BCA majors or minors.

Lecture and intensive hands-on theory, design and production of video and interactive programs specifically for and within institutional/corporate settings. Prerequisites: BCA 223, 440 with a minimum grade of C in each; limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Lecture and intensive hands-on theory, design and production of multimedia/interactive digital video, with emphasis on advanced post- production technologies and techniques. Prerequisites: BCA 223, 440 with a grade of C or better; or graduate standing.

Advanced examination of website production, streaming, and stored audio/video media, specifically for electronic media outlets. Emphasis on design aesthetics, application of theory, and website maintenance. Prerequisites: BCA 332; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Exploration of the music recording industry, music copyrights and music industry business strategies to reach consumers in the physical and online domains. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Limited to juniors or above; or graduate standing.

Advanced recording, mixing and mastering techniques of contemporary music for multimedia distribution. Summer session only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: BCA 421 with a grade of B or better; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Preparation and performance in radio broadcast practices, emphasizing daily operations and radio management principles. Summer Session I only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA, BCA 222 or 317; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Preparation and performance in radio broadcast practices, emphasizing radio programming and promotion principles. Summer Session II only. Laboratory hours arranged with instructor. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA. BCA 222 or 317, BCA 560; or graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Introduction to graduate-level academic writing and research design, focusing on vocabulary, syntax, and research theory and method components as they relate to electronic media. Prerequisites: Admission to the BCA graduate program.

Examination of theories and application of conceptual frameworks to the study of mass communication.

Examination of qualitative research methods applied to the study of mass communication. Recommended: BCA 601.

Examination of quantitative research methods applied to the study of mass communication. Recommended: BCA 601.

An examination of the policies that impact the structure, functions and prospects of American electronic media systems. Recommended: BCA 601.

Examination of current issues and controversies in electronic media to construct arguments, investigate impact, and facilitate original research. Prerequisite: BCA 600. Recommended: BCA 601; and BCA 603 or 604.

A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Survey and application of major film theories.

Consideration of subjects not listed in the regular department offerings. Repeatable when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Maximum credit, nine hours. Prerequisite: One course in BCA numbered 500 and above, Graduate Standing in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts.

Intensive, specialized study under guidance of a faculty member or faculty committee. Prerequisites: Completion of appropriate contract proposal; Permission of advisor and instructor.

Advanced research for Plan B project. No more than nine credits may be earned in BCA 729 and BCA 730 combined. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: BCA 600; permission of Plan B committee members based on satisfactory completion of research prospectus.

Thesis Research. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: BCA 600; permission of BCA Graduate Advisor.