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Radio and TV Broadcasting AAS

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Program Description

Weatherford College's Associate of Applied Science in Radio & Television Broadcasting equips students with the foundational knowledge, technical concepts, and professional practices essential to the broadcast and digital media industries. This program covers the principles of audio and video production, media writing, content planning, and broadcast operations through structured coursework, project-based assignments, and applied learning activities. Students develop technical literacy, creative problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills essential in a variety of media-based careers. Our students actively demonstrate competencies in media production, storytelling, and communication, enabling them to gain entry-level opportunities in the field. Our graduates leave with a strong foundation for pursuing entry-level media positions, internships, or further specialized training in broadcasting, production, and digital content creation.

Degree

Associate of Applied Science

CIP Code

09.0701

Program Requirements

First Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

COMM 1307

Introduction to Mass Communication

3

RTVB 2337

TV/Video Production Workshop I

3

RTVB 1321

TV/Video Field Production

3

ENGL 1301

Composition I

3

RTVB 2347

Digital Media Business Management

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Second Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

RTVB 1309

Audio Production I

3

RTVB 1301

Broadcast/Digital Media News Writing

3

ENGL 1302 or 2311

Composition II or Technical Writing

3

RTVB 1355

Radio/Television Announcing

3

RTVB 1381

Cooperative Education Radio & TV Broadcasting

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Third Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

RTVB 1317

Convergence of Electronic Media

3

RTVB 1325

TV Studio Production

3

MATH 1332

Contemporary Mathematics

3

RTVB 1329

Scriptwriting

3

RTVB 2339

Media Sales and Promotions

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Fourth Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

RTVB 1302

Computer Applications for Media Production

3

RTVB 2343

Commercial Recording Techniques

3

RTVB 2387

Internship Radio & Television Broadcasting Technologies

3

Creative Arts X3XX

Choose from the approved list

3

Beh Sciences X3XX

Choose from the approved list

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

TOTAL CREDITS

60