Fall 2011 Class Schedule (ARC)
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 15-Dec 09
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Updated: December 5, 2011
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better. Ability to type.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers evaluating, gathering, and writing news in accepted journalistic style for different types of media under newsroom conditions. Topics include personal interviews, along with coverage of speeches, meetings, and other events. In addition, the role of the reporter and the legal and ethical issues related to reporting are examined.
TTh 08:30AM-09:50AM LEC T.Swanson ARC MAIN DaviesHall 228 15168 Textbook
TTh 02:00PM-03:20PM LEC T.Swanson ARC MAIN DaviesHall 204 10912 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D7
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: The course is a survey of the mass media. It covers the history, philosophy, structure, and trends of mass media, as well as the theories that help to explain its effects on social institutions. It includes an exploration of economics, technology, law, ethics, and social issues, including cultural and ethnic diversity.
MW 06:00PM-09:10PM LEC S.McKay Off Campus Natomas/Ik A205 14802 Textbook
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC W.Johnson ARC MAIN DaviesHall 221 10910 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D3; CSU Area D4; CSU Area D7; IGETC Area 4C
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines the roles of gender, ethnicity, and social class as represented and documented in the mass media. These issues are analyzed within the context of media content, development, policy, and ownership, including stereotypes and the role of alternative and community media. Critical thinking is emphasized through the review of mass media, focusing on the contributions of diverse groups to mass media and mass communication as an agent and documenter of social change.
TTh 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC A.Miller ARC MAIN DaviesHall 221 15332 Textbook
Prerequisite: ARTPH 300 or ARTPH 305 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent photo experience as determined by the instructor
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to the theory and technique of telling stories with pictures. The role of the photojournalist in the media, pertinent ethical and legal issues, and professional standards are emphasized. Topics include digital still camera operation, composition and lighting, digital image processing, news judgment, and accuracy. Also covered are environmental portraits, photo stories, and feature, sports, and breaking news photography.
TTh 09:00AM-09:50AM LEC S.McKay ARC MAIN Rm 120 14084 Textbook
TTh 10:00AM-11:20AM LAB S.McKay ARC MAIN Rm 120
Prerequisite: JOUR 300 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course offers hands-on experience in producing a professional-level media product. Instruction covers researching, reporting, writing, editing, and designing the campus' student print/online news publication. This course may be taken four times for credit.
MW 12:00PM-12:50PM LEC T.Swanson ARC MAIN Rm 120 29686 Textbook
TTh 11:30AM-01:00PM LAB T.Swanson ARC MAIN Rm 120
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: JOUR 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides instruction and practice in editing and design, including page makeup, copy editing, photo editing, legal/ethical issues and production methods for newspapers, magazines and other publications. It also includes preparing, planning and organizing publications.
MW 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC T.Swanson ARC MAIN Rm 120 13238 Textbook
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: JOUR 404.
Advisory: JOUR 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides applicable skills to enhance editing and production skills learned in JOUR 404. It also includes instruction in photo illustrations, infographics, typography and project management. May be taken 4 times for credit.
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LAB T.Swanson ARC MAIN Rm 120 13240 Textbook