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tions. Experiential learning requirements are
defined by your program and assessed by the
program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock hours of
direct experience is required for a unit of credit
and advisor approval is required. Repeatable.
COM 4430 Professional Leadership ................(3)
Fall Semester
In this course you will examine the principles,
skills, techniques and ideas essential to develop-
ing the leadership capacity necessary for achiev-
ing success in today’s world, focusing on both
external relationships and understanding the tools
necessary to develop a confident, professional
image. You will engage in understanding your core
values, writing long- and short-term goals, and
developing a usable and efficient resume. Time
management, personal budgets and the develop-
ment of a philosophy of leadership will be empha-
sized.
COM 4930 Internship in Communication ........(4)
Summer, Junior Year
The Communication Internship Program is
designed to provide in-depth experience in various
facets of the communication field in marketplace,
mission and ministry experience environments.
The program is fundamentally an educational
experience. You will use observation and actual
experience under the joint supervision of college
faculty and experienced professionals serving as
supervisors to better prepare yourself to become a
world Christian who serves God with excellence in
cross-cultural, church, marketplace and other min-
istry roles.
COM 5001 Graduate Seminar in ________........(4)
Fall and Spring Semesters
A graduate-level seminar for higher-achieving jun-
iors and seniors with the goal of introducing the
student to graduate-level learning using a specific
topic. The topic of the seminar is included within
the title. Emphasis is placed on advanced reading
and research within the topic, classroom seminar
presentations with multiple presenters and/or other
learning activities that demonstrate appropriate
critical thinking at the graduate level. Course
admission is by permission of the instructor. The
graduate seminar may be repeated once with dif-
ferent seminar content within the academic
discipline.
COMMUNICATION: DIGITAL MEDIA
PRODUCTION
COM 3712 Video Production ..............................(3)
Fall Semester
In this course you will be introduced to the funda-
mental principles of video production. From the
techniques required to shoot independent video
to working for a television station, you will gain
valuable insight into the production techniques
required to become a videographer. Emphasis will
be placed on terminology, concepts, elements
and techniques of video production, lighting,
camera control, production, audio, writing, pro-
ducing and directing.
COM 3714 Digital Film Production ....................(3)
Fall Semester
This course is a study of digital film production.
You will examine scripting, blocking, editing, pro-
ducing, directing, audio and pre- and post-pro-
duction, while focusing on actual studio time and
having hands-on, practical experience in group
and individual projects. Attention to the details
that set an amateur film apart from a professional
video production will be your goal.
Prerequisite:
COM 3712, COM 3717.
COM 3717 Principles of Lighting &
Cinematography..............................(3)
Spring Semester
This course is an advanced study of lighting tech-
niques used in the film and television industry.
Using both the principles of and hands-on experi-
ence working with different kinds of lighting and
grip equipment, you will gain experience in creat-
ing different kinds of moods through lighting and
filters. You will also explore different ways to
choreograph moving camera shots and examine
different types of film and video cameras.
Prerequisite:
COM 3712.
COM 3721 Audio Production ..............................(3)
Spring Semester
This course will guide you through the process of
audio production, including live sound reinforce-
ment, field and studio recording, multi-track stu-
dio recording and mixing, audio for video and the
basics of acoustics and studio design. While you
will use audio theory as a foundation for under-
standing key principles, you will focus on practi-
cal, hands-on experiences.