NOTE: Reasonable proficiency in keyboarding (25 wpm) is a prerequisite
for all journalism courses except JRN 1101 and JRN
1103.
| JRN 1100 |
Technologies in Journalism (3-4) |
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An introduction to the technological advances in
journalism and the promotion of an understanding
of the impact of these advancements. Must make a
C or better to take JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 1101 |
Introduction to Mass Communications (3-3) |
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The newspaper and other communications media in
modern society. |
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| JRN 1102 |
Writing for Mass Media (3-4) |
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A basic course in preparing written materials for
the mass media. Prerequisites: ENG 1101 and
1102, JRN 1100, with grade of C or better in each
course. May be taken concurrently with JRN 1100.
Must make at least C or better in JRN 1102 before
taking JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 1103 |
Introduction to Radio and Television (3-3) |
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An introduction to the electronic forms of mass
communication with discussions on the theoretical
and business aspects of radio and television, cable
and corporate video communications, and an introduction
to programming and regulations. |
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| JRN 2201 |
Reporting (3-4) |
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Gathering, evaluating and reporting the news. Prerequisite:
Completion of JRN 1102 with grade of C
or better and sophomore standing. Must make at
least C or better in JRN 2201 before taking another
journalism course. Requires one hour per week of
work on student media. |
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| JRN 2203 |
Broadcast News Writing (3-4) |
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Gathering, evaluating, writing and performing
broadcast copy. Applies news gathering techniques
to the broadcast writing style, on-the-scene coverage,
interviewing and announcing. Must make a C
or better. Prerequisite: JRN 2201. Requires one
hour per week of work at Trojan Vision-TV. |
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| JRN 2210 |
Global Journalism and International Media Systems (3-3) |
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An examination of international and domestic mass
media systems, the flow of information and
technology, and issues of media ownership, access,
regulations, programming and cultural differences
in international communications. |
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| JRN 2211 |
Editing (3-4) |
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Editing copy for publication, headline writing and
image sizing. Must make a C or better. Co-requisite
or Prerequisite: JRN 1102. |
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| JRN 2220 |
Introduction to Advertising (3-3) |
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An introduction to the principles and background of
advertising, advertising campaigns and the different
types of advertising. Special emphasis is given to
social, legal, planning and creative aspects. |
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| JRN 2230 |
Introduction to Public Relations (3-3) |
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This introductory course examines the communication
and persuasion concepts underpinning public
relations, in addition to public relations history,
role, ethical and professional standards, strategic
planning and tactical planning. |
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| JRN 3300 |
Print News Photography (3-4) |
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Discussion of and practical experience in photography
for newspapers and magazines in the areas of
general news, features and sports photography. |
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| JRN 3302 |
Feature and Magazine Article Writing (3-4) |
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Researching, writing and marketing magazine feature
articles, with emphasis on the human interest
story, the personality sketch and the “color” story.
Prerequisite: JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 3312 |
Advanced Editing (3-4) |
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Page layout and design, including the special pages,
with an introduction to typography and graphics.
Prerequisite: JRN 2211. |
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| JRN 3315 |
Advanced Reporting (3-4) |
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News reporting and writing on sports, business,
consumer affairs, the environment, and public affairs,
particularly local and state government, the
courts and education. Emphasis is placed on use of
background research and multiple sources and writing
on deadline. Must make a C or better to receive
credit toward degree. Prerequisite: JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 3320 |
Information Gathering (3-4) |
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Supervised journalism-related experiences focusing
on gathering and analyzing information through
discussion and practice of the techniques of interviewing,
document and online research, focus
groups and opinion surveys. |
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| JRN 3321 |
Public Relations Cases and Strategies (3-3) |
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A case study and project-based approach to public
relations research, strategy setting and tactical implementation.
Prerequisites or co-requisites: JRN
2201, 2230 (Introduction to Public Relations). |
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| JRN 3322 |
Advertising Copywriting (3-4) |
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The principles of advertising psychology studied in
relation to the techniques for writing effective
copy; approximately half of the course is devoted to
practice in writing effective advertisements. Prerequisites:
JRN 2201 and JRN 2220 or special
permission from the director of the School of Journalism. |
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| JRN 3326 |
Advising Student Publications (3-3) |
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Students successfully completing this class will
have the ability to teach journalism, including how
to produce magazine and newspaper layout; develop
copy and/or storyboard for radio and television
production; apply techniques of advertising,
reporting and editing; and use current and emerging
technology in the production of print and non-print
journalism. NOTE: For current or prospective
advisers of high school or college newspapers and
yearbooks. |
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| JRN 3327 |
Sports Broadcasting (3-3) |
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Advanced methods, techniques and performance
styles for broadcast sports news and information.
Prerequisite: JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 3330 |
Journalism Practicum (variable credit
1-3 hours) |
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Supervised journalism-related experiences focusing
on gathering information, writing, editing, photography,
design, online journalism, electronic journalism,
broadcast journalism, advertising and/or public
relations. |
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| JRN 3350 |
Advertising Sales (3-3) |
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Discussion of and practical experience in servicing
accounts and selling advertisements. May require
selling ads for the Tropolitan. Prerequisite: JRN
2220. |
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| JRN 3365 |
TV Studio Techniques and Producing (3-4) |
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An introduction to the production elements, theories
and procedures of producing news broadcasts
for television. Lighting, set design, preparation,
operation of equipment, graphics, editing, responsibilities
of those members involved in the production,
electronic news gathering (ENG), operation of
remote equipment and interviewing are topics discussed
in this class. |
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| JRN 4400 |
Special Topics in Journalism (1 to 3) |
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Lecture, discussion, and research course designed
to acquaint students with special topics in the fields
of broadcast and print journalism. May be taken for
a maximum of six hours. |
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| JRN 4401 |
Community Media Management (3-3) |
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Discussion of special problems and management
techniques of print, broadcast, cable and public
relations organizations. |
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| JRN 4403 |
Radio News Practicum (3-6) |
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Supervised experience in gathering, writing and
performing a daily radio news broadcast. Two
hours per day plus a weekly one-hour discussion
and evaluation. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: JRN
2203. |
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| JRN 4405 |
Radio Production Practicum (3-6) |
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Supervised experience in radio studio work. Includes
audio techniques for both public affairs and
musical productions, tape editing, and use of automated
programming. Two hours per day plus a
weekly one-hour discussion and evaluation. Prerequisite:
JRN 2203. |
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| JRN 4410 |
Advanced Radio Practicum (3-6) |
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Emphasis on individualized work in radio news or
production. Prerequisite: JRN 4403 or 4405. |
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| JRN 4413 |
Television News Practicum (3-6) |
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Supervised experience in gathering, writing and
performing reports for a daily television news
broadcast. Two hours per day plus a weekly onehour
discussion and evaluation. Prerequisite or corequisite:
JRN 2203. |
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| JRN 4415 |
Television Production Practicum (3-6) |
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Supervised experience in technical television work.
Includes in-studio and remote camera operation, lighting, video tape editing and directing. Two
hours per day plus a weekly one-hour discussion
and evaluation. Prerequisite: Junior standing or
above. |
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| JRN 4419 |
Advanced Public Relations Tactics (3-3) |
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Practical experience in preparation of public relations
messages for a client. Prerequisite: JRN 3321.
Co-requisite: JRN 4423. |
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| JRN 4420 |
Advanced Television Practicum (3-6) |
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Emphasis on individualized work in television
news or production. Prerequisite: JRN 4413. |
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| JRN 4421 |
The Editorial Page (3-4) |
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Editing and producing the editorial page, with extensive
practice in writing the opinion column and
editorial. Prerequisite: JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 4423 |
Public Relations Campaigns (3-3) |
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Application of public relations theory and best
practices resulting in the creation of a complete
public relations campaign for a client. Prerequisite:
JRN 3321. Co-requisite: JRN 4419 |
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| JRN 4425 |
Media Law (3-3) |
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The rights and restrictions of the press: the First
Amendment, privilege, libel, slander, contempt,
right of privacy, etc. Prerequisite: Junior standing
or above. |
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| JRN 4427 |
Sports Reporting (3-3) |
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Advanced methods, techniques, and writing styles
for reporting sports news and information. Prerequisite:
JRN 2201. |
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| JRN 4430 |
Processes and Effects of Mass Communication
(3-3) |
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This course provides students with an understanding
of the development of the most notable, historical,
social scientific and empirically grounded theoretical
perspectives with regard to mass communication.
In addition, analysis and interpretation of
these theories will be addressed. |
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| JRN 4440 |
Advanced Technologies in Journalism (3-4) |
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An introduction to using advanced technologies and
on-line reporting techniques in journalism and public
relations. |
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| JRN 4489 |
Internship (5) |
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Full-time work experience as a regular staff member
of a print publication, electronic media, public
relations setting, advertising office, sports information
operation, etc. Student will work under the
supervision of an on-the-job supervisor and report
to a Troy University faculty adviser who will monitor
the work experience. Student will also prepare
written and oral reports. Prerequisite: Approval of
the academic adviser and director of the School of
Journalism, a minimum of 75 hours of course work,
and successful completion of the journalism internship
workshop prior to registering for JRN 4489. |
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| JRN 4490 |
Internship/Field Experience (variable credit 1-7
hours. Only one credit hour may be applied to a
major in journalism or broadcast journalism.) |
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Full-time work experience as a regular staff
member of a print publication, electronic media,
public relations setting, advertising office, or sports
information operation. Student will work under the
supervision of an on-the-job supervisor and report
to a Troy University faculty adviser who will
monitor the work experience. Student will also be
required to prepare written and oral reports during
the internship/field experience. Prerequisites:
Approval of the academic adviser and director of
the School of Journalism. A minimum of 75 hours
of course work. Corequisite: JRN 4489. |
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| JRN 4491-4492 |
Guided Independent Research (1 to 3 credit
hours per course per semester) |
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Additional information is indexed under Guided
Independent Research and Study. |
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| JRN 4493-4494 |
Guided Independent Study (1 to 3 credit
hours per course per semester) |
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Additional information is indexed under Guided
Independent Research and Study. |
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| JRN 4495 |
Seminar (1-1) |
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Study of issues related to ethics in journalism, public
relations and advertising. Prerequisite: Senior
standing or permission of the instructor. |
