Journalism Transfer AA

CS 100 Introduction to Computers
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or REA 093 “B” or better.
Introduction to computer concepts, computer applications, and the impact of computers on society. Applications include word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and web-based software. Basic Algebra or equivalent is recommended.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 1 lab hour per week.

ENG 101 Composition I
Prerequisite: ACT English score of 22-30 or appropriate COMPASS score; or English 091 “C” or better.
English 101 is designed for students who are competent in the fundamentals of composition. Students will write essays using a variety of expository strategies and will apply standard techniques of documentation when appropriate.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: C1 900 (Grade of “C” or higher required for this course to be eligible to be included in the IAI General Education Core Curriculum.)

ENG 102 Composition II
Prerequisite: English 101 “C” or better.
English 102 is a continuation of English 101, is a required composition course that involves reading, discussion, and analysis of a body of literature to generate ideas for critical and persuasive papers, including one documented research paper.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: C1 901R (Grade of “C” or higher required for this course to be eligible to be included in the IAI General Education Core Curriculum.)

ENG 243 Writing for the Media
An understanding of those characteristics of the print and broadcast media necessary to write effective press releases, newsletters, speeches, articles and brochures.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week.

ENG 245 Writing Internship
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
Actual work experience in any appropriate writing situation: journalism; media (radio, television); advertising; social service agencies; on-profit organizations; public relations; and business and technical writing.
3 credit hours: 0 lecture hours; 15 lab hours per week to be arranged.

IS 220 Global Issues
This course introduces students to contemporary global issues and international relations. These diverse, complex issues stem from the synergistic interaction of economic, socio-cultural, and political factors. This course examines various influences that impact global issues, such as nation-states, governmental and non-governmental organizations as well as issues relating to gender, ethnicity, and power. The course also explores causes of conflicts and reviews potential solutions to contemporary global crises.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: S5 904

JOUR 221 Introduction to Mass Communications
Study of the communications process. Newspapers, magazines, books, radio, television, and motion pictures.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: MC 911

JOUR 222 Beginning Reporting
Instruction in the mechanics of reporting and writing a news story.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week.

JOUR 230 Newspaper Production
Laboratory experience in the design, assembly and publishing of the college newspaper. Designed to give instruction and experience in all phases of production: editing procedures, rewriting, composition, heading and cutting.
2 credit hours: 0 lecture hours; 6 lab hours per week.

PHIL 103 Ethics
Prerequisite: Appropriate COMPASS score or ENG 091 or REA 098 “C” or better.
Presents an introduction to the moral problems of society with an emphasis on concepts and systems.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: H4 904

SPEC 101 Principles of Speech Communication
The oral communication course combines communication theory with the practice of oral communication skills. The oral communication course: (1) develops awareness of the communication process; (2) provides inventional, organizational, and expressive strategies; (3) promotes understanding of and adaptation to a variety of communication contexts; and (4) emphasizes critical skills in listening, reading, thinking and speaking.
3 credit hours: 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. IAI: C2 900