Mass Communication, Audio Recording Technology Concentration, B.S.

HEGIS Code: 0601.00

The Mass Communication Program is designed so that students acquire and demonstrate proficiency in the essential skills necessary for a career in the mass communication industry and in the fields of broadcasting and journalism. Students learn the principles, laws, and historical background of the mass communication industry, while enhancing their oral, written, and critical thinking skills. Students also select a major area of concentration in Audio Recording Technology, Broadcasting, Journalism, or Live Entertainment and Media Production. Learning goals for all students pursuing a Mass Communication degree program include mass media and society, voice and diction, new and emerging media.

Concentration Component

Students in the Mass Communication Program select one of the following concentrations. The 24 credits in the selected concentration, together with the 60 credits in Liberal Arts/Common Core, and 36 credits in Mass Communication Content Specialty Courses constitute the 120-credit requirement for the Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication.

Audio Recording Technology Concentration Overview

The Audio Recording Technology Concentration is designed to build upon the major proficiencies acquired by students pursuing a career related to Audio Recording and Music Production. Students study theoretical and technical practices required to operate industry standard recording and production equipment. Graduates of the Audio Recording Concentration are prepared for careers such as Audio Recording Engineer, Sound Designer, and Studio Manager.

Audio Recording TechnologyConcentration
AUD 101 - Audio Recording Theory; (3cr)
AUD 102 - Audio Recording Techniques; (3cr)
AUD 201 - Recording Studio Operations; (3cr)
AUD 202 - Advanced Audio Production; (3cr)
Audio Elective 300/400 Level; (12cr)
Total Concentration Credits: 24

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The courses below are required of all students in the Mass Communication, Audio Recording Technology Concentration.

Program Requirements
Common Core
ENG 101 - English Composition 1; (3cr)
ENG 102 - English Composition 2; (3cr)
Quantitative Competency Elective; (3cr)
PSY 101 - General Psychology; (3cr)
Scientific Competency Elective; (3cr)
Diversity Competency Elective; (3cr)
Oral Communication Competency Elective; (3cr)
Total Common Core Credits: 21
Mass Communication Content Specialty
BUS 275 - Social Media Concepts and Practice; (3cr)
MAC 121 - Fundamental Communication Lab 1; (3cr)
MAC 122 - Fundamental Communication Lab 2; (3cr)
MAC 221 - Intermediate Communication Lab 3; (3cr)
MAC 222 - Intermediate Communication Lab 4; (3cr)
MAC 321 - Advanced Communication Lab 5; (3cr)
MAC 322 - Advanced Communication Lab 6; (3cr)
MAC 150 - Introduction to Live Sound; (3cr)
MAC 280 - Digital Media Art: Design; (3cr)
MAC 290 - Digital Media Art: Video and Motion; (3cr)
MAC 299 - Radio Broadcasting and Operations; (3cr)
VID 131 - Intro Prod: Television Workshop; (3cr)
Total Content Specialty Credits: 36
Additional Liberals Arts and Sciences
ENG 202 - Broadcast Newswriting and Reporting; (3cr)
ENG 302 - Photojournalism; (3cr)
Writing Elective; (3cr)
Liberal Arts and Science Elective; (9cr)
MAC 101 - Mass Communication; (3cr)
MAC 202 - History and Application of Media Law; (3cr)
MAC 211 - Broadcast Journalism; (3cr)
MAC 301 - New and Emerging Media; (3cr)
MAC 302 - Media Ethics and Criticism; (3cr)
MAC 361 - Mass Media and Society; (3cr)
SOC 351 - Social Problems; (3cr)
Total Additional LAS Credits: 39
Concentration Component
AUD 101 - Audio Recording Theory; (3cr)
AUD 102 - Audio Recording Techniques; (3cr)
AUD 201 - Recording Studio Operations; (3cr)
AUD 202 - Advanced Audio Production; (3cr)
Audio Elective 300/400 Level; (12cr)
Total Concentration Component Credits: 24
Total Program Credits: 120

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Recommended Sequence of Courses

Course Name		Course Name
Semester 1		Semester 2
AUD 101 - Audio Recording Theory; (3cr)		AUD 102 - Audio Recording Techniques; (3cr)
ENG 101 - English Composition 1; (3cr)		BUS 275 - Social Media Concepts and Practice; (3cr)
MAC 101 - Mass Communication; (3cr)		ENG 102 - English Composition 2; (3cr)
MAC 121 - Fundamental Communication Lab 1; (3cr)		MAC 122 - Fundamental Communication Lab 2; (3cr)
VID 131 - Intro Prod: Television Workshop; (3cr)		MAC 150 - Introduction to Live Sound; (3cr)
Total 15		Total 15
Semester 3		Semester 4
AUD 201 - Recording Studio Operations; (3cr)		AUD 202 - Advanced Audio Production; (3cr)
ENG 202 - Broadcast Newswriting and Reporting; (3cr)		Writing Elective; (3cr)
ENG 302 - Photojournalism; (3cr)		MAC 222 - Intermediate Communication Lab 4; (3cr)
MAC 221 - Intermediate Communication Lab 3; (3cr)		MAC 290 - Digital Media Art: Video and Motion; (3cr)
MAC 280 - Digital Media Art: Design; (3cr)		Diversity Competency Elective; (3cr)
Total 15		Total 15
Semester 5		Semester 6
Audio Elective 300/400 Level; (3cr)		Audio Elective 300/400 Level; (3cr)
Liberal Arts and Science Elective; (3cr)		MAC 299 - Radio Broadcasting and Operations; (3cr)
MAC 211 - Broadcast Journalism; (3cr)		MAC 302 - Media Ethics and Criticism; (3cr)
MAC 301 - New and Emerging Media; (3cr)		MAC 322 - Advanced Communication Lab 6; (3cr)
MAC 321 - Advanced Communication Lab 5; (3cr)		PSY 101 - General Psychology; (3cr)
Total 15		Total 15
Semester 7		Semester 8
Audio Elective 300/400 Level		Audio Elective 300/400 Level; (3cr)
Liberal Arts and Science Elective; (3cr)		Liberal Arts and Science Elective; (3cr)
MAC 202 - History and Application of Media Law; (3cr)		Quantitative Competency Elective; (3cr)
MAC 361 - Mass Media and Society; (3cr)		Scientific Competency Elective; (3cr)
Oral Communication Competency Elective; (3cr)		SOC 351 - Social Problems; (3cr)
Total 15		Total 15