Precision Ag Techniques
Presentations and Promotions
Production Techniques 2 (MMP)
COMP-0387 | 3 credits | D Prerequisite: GEOS-0003 GPS Applications 1
COMP-XXXX | 6 credits
MEDP-0074 | 6 credits Prerequisite: MEDP-0073 Production Techniques 1 (MMP)
Pre-Production 1 MEDP-0070 | 3 credits Corequisite: COMM-0305 Journalism 2
Research, news judgement, copy- and contentediting, along with time-management and teamwork, are the crux of this course. Students are introduced to the demands of preparation for a live broadcast and the requirements that must be met in order to deliver meaningful and informative programming to viewers. Managing the Burli news system, monitoring other local media and sourcing and selecting balanced show content will be focused on in this first show preparatory segment.
Pre-Production 2 MEDP-0071 | 3 credits Prerequisite: MEDP-0070 Pre-Production 1
Building on previous courses, students continue to prepare the show, developing their research skills, striving for more in-depth news judgment, and becoming selective with specific copy- and content-editing decisions, and working with their classmates to craft, shape and further hone the details of the broadcast. Time management becomes even more crucial as the on-air deadline looms closer, and the length of stories must be accurately represented. The final rundown must also be determined, while the inclusion of breaking news must be considered
Pre-Production 3 MEDP-0072 | 6 credits Prerequisite: MEDP-0071 Pre-Production 2 Corequisite: COMM-0305 Journalism 2
Students continue to prepare the show, furthering their research skills, making more rapid and defensible content-inclusion decisions, and becoming ever more professional in the standards of preparation and performance they deliver and demand. Students continue to create more concise stories and packages, with an emphasis on refining storytelling skills. More cohesive presentation, including the editing and bridging of on-air copy, is stressed, along with the ability to improvise and eloquently deliver end-of-show chats.
Presentation Skills & Graphics
Private Law LAWG-XXXX | 6 credits
This course is being developed for 2017-18.
Production Laboratory MEDP-0058 | 3 credits Corequisite: MEDP-0056 Digital Audio
This laboratory is a daily opportunity to complete assigned production tasks and to pursue those Digital Audio, Video or Design concepts and Writing, Networking and Visualization skills most in need of improvement with the instructors on hand. Students are responsible for assessing their own challenges in these areas, prioritizing the parts they do not understand and seeking guidance on the most difficult first. Regular, rotating schedules will be implemented to allow students access to production facilities for assigned project work.
Production Techniques 1 (MMP) MEDP-0073 | 3 credits Prerequisites: MEDP-0068 Directing and Producing, MEDP-0069 Non-Linear Post Production Corequisites: MEDP-0063 Audio Production 2, MEDP-0065 Audio Production Laboratory 2, MEDP-0079 Video Production 2, MEDP-0080 Video Production Laboratory 2
This course provides students with the foundations of directing and producing multicamera newscasts and presents opportunities for the practical skill development in the technical disciplines of TV studio production. The daily live news program, Westman Newsline, is the focus of the course that serves as a production model for a variety of different multi-camera productions on which students may be employed upon graduating. Students learn camera blocking, script marking, directorial techniques for live and live-to-tape production, and develop and exercise a range of skills in the context of the live television production.
Production Techniques 1 (WPR) MEDP-0075 | 3 credits Prerequisite: COMM-0296 Journalism 1 Corequisite: COMM-0305 Journalism 2
This course provides students with the opportunity to showcase their production and on-air skills with a live news-cast carried on cable Channel 12. Students produce and anchor (news, weather and sports) the live presentation. These journalists-in-training rehearse and deliver the news program, and then participate in an instructor and peer critique of the journalistic, performance and technical elements of the show.
COMM-0110 | 3 credits
This course provides students with the skills needed to produce and present professional presentations.
D - also offered by Distance Delivery • P - also available through Prior Learning Assessment
This course provides students with opportunities to advance their skills in the area of live and live-to-tape TV studio production, as well as electronic news gathering and field production activities. The central project, Westman Newsline, becomes more involved and complex as elements such as digital video effects and live remote segments are introduced. Students direct, switch, create graphics, and operate audio equipment, among other typical control room and studio duties. In the field, students are involved in generating news stories and show elements for on-air presentation. Second year students serve as team leaders to guide and direct new crew members and on-air presenters as first year students take over more crew positions and on-air roles. The goal is enhanced skill development and confidence for students so they can feel adequately prepared for employment opportunities in television and video production.
Production Techniques 2 (WPR) MEDP-0076 | 6 credits Prerequisite: MEDP-0075 Production Techniques 1 (WPR) Corequisite: COMM-0307 Journalism 3
As more advanced technical elements such as double-enders are added to the show, students are required to re-align their content and presentation accordingly. As the course progresses, students are increasingly responsible for all aspects of the live show, as well as the post-production assessment.
Professional Communications COMM-0338 | 6 credits | P Prerequisite: COMM-0337 College Writing
In this course students will further develop their ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences. Whether it be fellow professionals or individuals in need of care and assistance, social service workers must acquire and utilize effective communication skills.
Professional Development PEDV-0179 | 3 credits | D, P
This course reviews basic professional development including an introduction to ethics, basic writing skills, basic principles of communication and identification of personal goals.
Professional Leadership PEDV-0011 | 3 credits Prerequisite: PRAC-0221 Practicum 4 - NURSD
This course prepares learners for their role in the nursing profession. It includes the opportunity for learners to examine personal, professional and leadership qualities that enhance their performance as a member of the health care team.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
This course familiarizes students with date collection techniques, equipment and software commonly used in precision agriculture. Agriculture specific data is used to expose students to real life GIS industry applications. Current precision agriculture tools and accessories are explored and evaluated in an economic sense.
This course is being developed for 2017-18.