Course Descriptions
Roy H. Park School of Communications

CINEMA AND
PHOTOGRAPHY

222-11000-21/22
Film Production
NLA

Study of film production techniques. Theoretical knowledge and practical skills are extended through detailed study of film editing, film stock, lighting, sound techniques, and film processing. Experimentation and practical application in the laboratory. Each student writes, produces, and edits one short film and one longer creative sound film. (Students will need to spend approximately $200 for supplies.) 3 credits.

222-14100-21
Introduction to Photography
LA

Introduction to photography, photographic processes, and aesthetics. Fundamentals of the art as well as film processing, enlargement, printing, camera handling, exposure, lighting, and composition. Students should bring a 35 mm, SLR manual camera. (Students will need to spend approximately $200 for supplies.) 3 credits.

222-20400-21
Hollywood
LA

This course draws on the classical and contemporary Hollywood films so that students may more fully understand narrative structure, theme, and formal elements such as cinematography, lighting, editing, and sound. Attention is also paid to film history and studio structures. Possible films include The Graduate, The Godfather, Witness, Do the Right Thing, Silence of the Lambs, and The Shawshank Redemption. No prerequisites, open to all majors. 3 credits.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION, LEARNING, AND DESIGN --- GRADUATE

223-51100-11
Selected Topics:
Media Relations

This course explains the needs, deadlines, and attitudes of newspaper and television reporters so that students, as future communication professionals, can develop mutually beneficial relationships with members of the media. Students learn how to "pitch" stories effectively and to script the video news release as a public relations tool. 1 credit.

223-51100-12
Selected Topics: Visual Literacy and Organizational Media Techniques

Students become acquainted with the advanced graphic and photographic techniques --- such as computer software, electronic flash, photographic filters and lenses, and push processing --- used by designers in organizations to produce computer screens, slides, and logos. The emphasis is on learning and applying principles of visual and graphic design, including perception, recall, and motivational impact of visual images, composition, and color. Students use Park School labs and facilities. 1 credit.

223-51100-13
Selected Topics:
Everyday Communication
in Organizations

Although researchers and practitioners often focus on planned and deliberate communication efforts, much of what constitutes the "sense" of the organization --- and its members and clients --- comes from the everyday, naturally occurring communication activities that take place routinely and spontaneously. This course introduces the methods of observation used in assessing such communication practices. It also acquaints students with possibilities for applying these methods to such issues as harassment and discrimination, member socialization, and client satisfaction. A course project includes the critical evaluation of "real" talk. 1 credit.

223-54100-11
Contemporary Issues: Online Learning and Collaboration

The use of online communication technologies for exchanging information, for collaborating on projects, and for professional development is growing rapidly. This course examines current and emerging designs and applications for online synchronous and asynchronous work and learning. Students have the opportunity to actually experience and reflect on these processes. They engage in a series of predesigned online experiences and "tours," in self-directed exploration of World Wide Web resources, and in online conversation and mentoring with the professor and fellow learners. They compile a reflective journal, develop design specifications for an actual online learning or collaboration application of their choice, and write a paper synthesizing their experiences and relevant research about "virtual" work and learning. This is an online course. Students need access to the Web and their own e-mail account, either at home or through College labs. They should expect to spend approximately 50 hours doing online exploration, research, and development of their projects. See page 35 for computer requirements. Address inquiries to the instructor, Diane Gayeski, at gayeski@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3912. 3 credits.

223-54100-21
Contemporary Issues: Organizational Communication in Managed Care Environments

New funding systems for the provision of health care in the last decade have dramatically altered the communication needs of members of health care organizations and their publics. This class briefly explores the recent history of managed care in relation to other health care initiatives and examines the particular communication challenges such an approach presents. Course projects include the critical evaluation of the communication efforts of health care organizations. 3 credits.

223-59000/59100-51
Internship

A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating institution or corporation in the field of communications. Intended to pro-vide the intern with the opportunity for professional growth. No more than 6 credits of internship and/or tutorial may be counted toward the 36 required credits. Prerequisites: completion of 12 graduate credits with a GPA of 3.00 or better and permission of the graduate chair. Pass/fail only. Elective. 1-6 credits each, up to 6 credits total.

223-65000/65100-51
Tutorial

Individually designed independent program of study or project in a specific area of communication research and/or practice. Prerequisites: successful completion of at least 9 graduate credits and approval of a written proposal by the tutorial mentor and the graduate chair. No more than 6 credits of internship and/or tutorial may be counted toward the 36 required credits. Elective. 1-6 credits each, up to 6 credits total.

223-68000-21
Seminar: Theory in Practice

Capstone course in which students apply concepts and skills to solve actual communication problems for clients. Includes study of project management and consulting skills. Prerequisite: all other required courses must be completed or in progress. Required. 3 credits.

223-69000/69100-51
Thesis

Theoretical or applied research in organizational communications or media, as advised. Permission of adviser and department faculty required. Elective. 3 credits per course.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION, LEARNING, AND DESIGN --- UNDERGRADUATE

225-41200-11/21
Workshop in Organizational Communication,
Learning, and Design
NLA

Individual assignments designed to provide advanced applied experiences based on students’ program and career goals. Specific projects may involve production or communication analysis and design; they are determined jointly by the student and instructor and must have departmental approval. Students may take a second semester of this course with approval of the instructor. Prerequisite: junior standing. 1-6 credits. Total credits for 225-41200 and 225-49900 may not exceed 6.

225-49000-51
Internship in Organizational Communication, Learning,
and Design
NLA

A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating institution or corporation in the field of communications. Intended to motivate the intern toward professional growth through observation and participation, to provide an opportunity to meet active professionals, and to stimulate career planning. Skill and academic knowledge put into practice. May be repeated. Prerequisites: junior OCLD majors or minors; completion of the Park School internship procedures. 1-6 credits. Total credits for internships, including Lon-don and Los Angeles internships, may not exceed 12.

225-49900-51
Independent Study in Organizational Communication,
Learning, and Design
LA

Intensive study under the supervision of a faculty adviser. Possible topics include learning systems design and evaluation, organizational communication analysis and evaluation, and the adoption and evaluation of new technologies such as multimedia or teleconferencing. Comprehensive research paper (not project) is required. Prerequisite: junior or senior OCLD majors. 1-6 credits. May be repeated for a total of no more than 6 credits. Total credits for 225-49900 and 225-41200 may not exceed 6.

TELEVISION-RADIO

221-10100-21
Introduction to
Broadcast Production
NLA

Applied, practical introduction to the fundamentals of audio and video production. Covers theory, terminology, and techniques, with an emphasis on learning the function and operation of equipment to achieve basic broadcast production skills. 3 credits.

221-13100-11/21
Media Writing
LA

Exposes the student to a diverse selection of writing styles and formats used in the mass media, introduces critical and analytical media writing skills, and provides an opportunity to write in areas such as journalism or advertising. 3 credits.

221-20100-11
Television Field Production
NLA

Introduction to scripting, lighting, camera work, continuity, editing, logistics, and budgeting for video production on location. A survey of various types of electronic field production. Students complete and critique production exercises for technical and aesthetic aspects of form and content. Prerequisites: 222-11000 or 221-10100; and 221-10200. 3 credits.

221-23200-11
Public Relations
LA

Defines public relations functions and processes. Examines public relations history, ethics, theories, tactics, specializations, and career opportunities. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. 3 credits.

221-27100-11
Audio Production
NLA

Examines the theory and practice of audio production and highlights the unique properties of the medium. The concept of sound design is examined as applied to programming intended for persuasion, information, and entertainment. Emphasis is on critical listening as well as hands-on experience through production exercises and projects. Prerequisite: 554-14500 for Mus.B. recording majors;
221-10100 for all other majors.
3 credits.

221-38100-11
Public Affairs Reporting NLA

Explores the techniques used to research and report complex political, social, and economic issues for print media. Also provides an overview of specialty reporting areas such as business, education, and the environment. Students learn how to investigate the most common areas covered by reporters, detailing story topics, sources, and pitfalls. Introduction to an assortment of literary-journalistic writing styles suitable for in-depth reporting. Strategies are developed for individual reporting projects, and published examples are critiqued to lead students toward an ethical, analytic approach to public affairs reporting. This is an online course. See page 35 for computer requirements. The course syllabus is available at www.ithaca.edu/harper. Address inquiries to Christopher Harper at charper@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3260. Prerequisites: 221-12100 and 221-13100, or 221-18000 and 221-18100; 221-28200. 3 credits.

221-47100-11/21
Audio Workshop
NLA

This course refines the student’s abilities in audio theory, professional digital audio equipment, critical listening, and the evaluation of audio products. Students record and edit an extensive audio project outside class. Students may take a second semester of this course with permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: 221-10100, 221-27100, and 221-37100. 3 credits. Total may not exceed 6 credits.

221-49000-51
Internship in Television
and Radio
NLA

A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating institution or corporation in the field of communications. Intended to motivate the student toward professional growth through observation and participation, to provide opportunities to meet active professionals, and to stimulate career planning. Skill and academic knowledge put into practice. May be repeated. Prerequisites: junior television-radio, journalism, or media studies majors or minors, and completion of Park School internship procedures. 1-6 credits. Total credits for internships, including London and Los Angeles internships, may not exceed 12.

221-49100-11/21
Video Workshop
NLA

Advanced work and special projects in writing and producing individually or in a small group. Programs may be developed for telecast on ICTV or produced for Park Productions, a professional production unit. Students may take a second semester of this course with permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: 221-10100; 221-10200; 221-20100 or 221-20200; and approval of design statement. 3 credits. Total may not exceed 6 credits.