RTVB 1191 Special Topics in Radio and Television Broadcasting (1)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)
RTVB 1305 Introduction to Television Technology (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Instruction in the selection and application of production supplies and equipment in shooting situations. Introduction to digital and analog signal concepts and their use in production and the theory, application, and internal operation of television production equipment. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
RTVB 1317 Survey of Broadcast Media (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. History and future of the broadcast industry. Includes operation of radio, TV, and Internet delivery programming practices. Emphasizes Federal Communication Commission (FCC) organization and career opportunities in the broadcast industry. (3 Lec.)
RTVB 1329 Scriptwriting (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Writing of commercials, public service announcements, promos, news documentaries, and other broadcast and film materials. Emphasis on the format and style of each type of writing and development of a professional writing style. (3 Lec.)
RTVB 1345 Broadcast Engineering (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1305, RTVB 1325, RTVB 1409. Instruction in the basics of engineering video productions including the basic alignment/adjustment of cameras, test equipment, storage devices, and other studio equipment. Also includes basic system design and construction and digital standards for broadcast, cable, satellite, and network distribution. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
RTVB 1347 Audio/Radio Production II (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Audio production theories regarding multitrack recording, studio live production and equipment operation. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
RTVB 1371 Television Lighting (3)
This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: RTVB 1305, concurrent enrollment in RTVB 1305 or with approval from instructor. This course introduces students to the theory and application of lighting for television production. Topics include basic lighting equipment for studio and location productions and the application of lighting to a variety of production environments. Choices of color, angle, intensity, distribution, and the proper use of lighting control scrim, screens, and gels are emphasized. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
RTVB 1380 Cooperative Education - Radio and Television (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Career related activities encountered in the students area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 15 Ext.)
RTVB 1381 Cooperative Education - Radio and Television (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 15 Ext.)
RTVB 1391 Special Topics in Radio and Television Broadcasting (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1305, concurrent enrollment in RTVB 1305 or with approval from instructor. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
RTVB 1392 Special Topics in Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.)
RTVB 1409 Audio/Radio Production I (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1305, concurrent enrollment in RTVB 1305 or with approval from instructor. An introduction to the concepts and techniques of sound production including basic recording, mixing, and editing techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
RTVB 1421 TV Field Production (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A study of the pre-production, production, and post-production process involved in field television production. Topics include field camera setup and operation, field audio, television directing, and in-camera or basic continuity editing with an emphasis on underlying principles of video technology. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
RTVB 1425 TV Studio Production (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Basic television production. Includes live and taped studio program content, studio camera operation, and television audio. Emphasizes television producing and directing utilizing underlying principles of video technology. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
RTVB 2335 TV Production (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A study of the pre-production, production, and post-production process involved in single and multiple-camera studio or field television production. Advanced instruction in camera operation, lighting, audio, television directing, and single and multiple-source editing with emphasis on underlying principles of video technology. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
RTVB 2343 Commercial Recording Techniques (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Development of advanced skills in multi-track recording production for the commercial sound recording industry. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
RTVB 2345 Advanced Broadcast Engineering (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1345. Continuation of Broadcast Engineering with emphasis on detailed application of problem solving, troubleshooting, and adjustments associated with video system components. Also includes analysis of specific broadcast, cable, satellite, and network issues. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
RTVB 2370 Business Aspects of Video Technology (3) New course added May 25, 2007 This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: None. This general business course for video stresses personnel management, production budgeting, staffing, decision-making, portfolio/resume development, interviewing techniques, site selection, contract law, and copyright management. Use of legal and financial advisors with a variety of business topics related to production companies, use of post houses, professional organizations, taxes, insurance, entrepreneurship, distribution, marketing, and sales will be discussed in depth. (3 Lec.)
RTVB 2382 Cooperative Education - Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 12 hours of Video Technology courses. The student should secure an internship position in the industry prior to enrolling. Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 15 Ext.)
RTVB 2383 Cooperative Education - Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician (3)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 12 hours of Video Technology courses. The student should secure an internship position in the industry prior to enrolling. Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
RTVB 2430 Film and Video Editing (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Film and broadcast editing for the preparation and completion of shorts, trailers, documentaries, and features. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
RTVB 2437 TV Production Workshop I (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1321. Study of advance application and design of video productions in location or studio shoots with real deadlines and quality control restrictions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)
RTVB 2455 TV Production Workshop II (4)
This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RTVB 1325 or with approval from instructor. Production of a variety of final projects demonstrating mastery of field and/or studio competence. Development of a video portfolio to present in job interviews, perfection of production techniques, and development of an individual production style. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
