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• MCOM 321: Broadcast Field Production/Report

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Students learn the basics of reporting news stories, from the initial idea through the final editing process. The emphasis is on using broadcast news gathering, interviewing and reporting techniques, along with obtaining a mastery of basic video field production. Students use video camcorders, audio equipment and lighting accessories to videotape news stories on location. They also learn basic skills of computer-based video editing. Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 321 - Broadcast Field Production/Report

• MCOM 330: Covering Sports

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Provides instruction in conventional methods of covering sports for the media. The course provides opportunities for students to develop skills in designing products about sports for the print media, broadcasting and sports information services. Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 330 - Covering Sports

• MCOM 397: Debate and Forensics Symposium

  1.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Examine the use of rhetoric, evidence, and effective presentation style in the context of organized, competitive debate. Emphasis on development of skills that will prepare students for intercollegiate competition. Students may earn a maximum of 3 credits in 397. Prerequisite:    SPCO 101
  ShareMCOM 397 - Debate and Forensics Symposium

• MCOM 402: Online Journalism

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Provides instruction in the basics of reporting, writing and editing for online journalism using the Internet. Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 402 - Online Journalism

• MCOM 410: Advanced Public Relations

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  The detailed analysis of the utilization of principles and techniques of public relations in a variety of contemporary situations and the practical application of these principles and techniques in a real situation. Prerequisite:    MCOM 310
  ShareMCOM 410 - Advanced Public Relations

• MCOM 420: Contemporary Issues in Public Relations

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  An in-depth examination of a contemporary public relations topic or issue. Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 420 - Contemporary Issues in Public Relations

• MCOM 421: Advanced Broadcast Journalism: Reporting and Producing

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Reporting and producing for TV news, including factgathering and packaging the news stories. Heavy emphasis on finding, researching, interviewing, shooting, editing, and producing TV news stories both on campus and in the Florence market. Prerequisite:    MCOM 321
  ShareMCOM 421 - Advanced Broadcast Journalism: Reporting and Producing

• MCOM 430: Critical Issues in Mass Communication

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  An in-depth examination of a critical issue in mass communication Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 430 - Critical Issues in Mass Communication

• MCOM 440: Convergence Journalism

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Development of journalistic skills for the multimedia work place. Assignments designed to refine reporting, writing, and presentation skills for each of the new converged platforms: online, television, and newspaper. Cultural values which inhibit crossover presentations will be discussed. Prerequisite:    MCOM 110 AND MCOM 201 AND MCOM 210 AND MCOM 221
  ShareMCOM 440 - Convergence Journalism

• MCOM 451: Media Law

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Study of defamation, right of privacy and journalistic privilege as defined by federal and state constitutions, judicial precedents, and statutory law. An exploration of the freedoms and limitations granted the U.S. press.
  ShareMCOM 451 - Media Law