Journalism

JNM 130 Fundamentals of Journalism (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces basics of writing for the media focusing on print journalism. Develops basic reporting and writing skills using traditional and Internet research. Emphasizes accuracy, conciseness, grammar, and spelling skills. Explores variety of writing opportunities in the media. Uses Macintosh computers with current word processing programs.

JNM 131 News Reporting and Writing (3-0) 3 hrs.
Presents theory and techniques for gathering and writing news in political, police, social and civic coverage. Develops advanced reportorial and writing skills. Uses industry standard computer hardware and software. IAI MC 919
Prerequisite:
JNM 130 with a grade of "C" or better.

JNM 133 Feature Writing (3-0) 3 hrs.
Focuses on writing and selling non-fiction articles. Develops the techniques to analyze markets, develop story ideas, prepare the query and submit the article. Stresses the importance of interviewing and researching, descriptive language and writing with clarity. Uses Macintosh computers with current word processing programs.

JNM 136 Broadcast Writing (3-0) 3 hrs.
Develops skills needed to write for the broadcast media including television, radio and film. Focuses on the oral style. Emphasizes gathering of information, interviewing, writing and editing scripts and writing for continuity for video or film. Examines the legal, ethical and social implications of broadcast writing and programming. IAI MC 917

JNM 137 Media Writing (3-0) 3 hrs.
Provides an overview of the various formats and structures used in writing for the media. Includes writing for newspapers, radio and television stations, advertising and public relations agencies, business and industrial communications and new media technology. Focuses on information gathering, the elements of good writing, and matching message and audience.

JNM 140 Writing, Editing, and Design for the Internet (2-2) 3 hrs.
Explores writing for the World Wide Web by examining differences in writing styles and approaches to information-gathering using new-media technology. Topics include research techniques, writing basics, style, planning and building a Web site, ethics, trends, limitations, and the future of the Web as it relates to the publishing industry. Upon completion of this course, students are strongly encouraged to select CIS 119 to further their knowledge of Internet technology and Web-authoring tools.
Prerequisite:
CIS 118 and JNM 130 with grades of “C” or better.

JNM 230 Graphic Design Communications (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces students to contemporary design, photo manipulation, Web page design, animation, audio techniques, and page layout necessary for producing a variety of journalistic publications.

JNM 232 Advertising, Copywriting and Design (3-0) 3 hrs.
Explores the theory and practice of the advertising industry. Introduces students to the business and creative aspects of advertising. Students prepare original advertising campaigns from market and product research to evaluation. Familiarizes the student with desktop publishing on Macintosh computers using various software programs. Computer design experience is strongly recommended. IAI MC 912

JNM 233 Public Relations Writing and Design (3-0) 3 hrs.
Explores the theory and practice of public relations functions, roles and applications. Introduces students to the business and creative aspects of public relations. Students will prepare original public relations campaigns from research to evaluation. Familiarizes the student with desktop publishing on Macintosh computers using various software programs. Computer design experience or JNM 230 is strongly recommended. IAI MC 913
Prerequisite:
JNM 130 or JNM 137 with a grade of "C" or better.

JNM 234 Mass Communications (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines the different forms of mass communication vehicles and their uses and functions. Analyzes the impact and effects of the media on society including individuals and groups of both genders and all races. Focuses on current issues in the media including violence, racism and sexism. IAI MC 911

JNM 235 Magazine Editing and Design (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces advanced writing, rewriting, and editing practices. Teaches students how to produce various publications using computer applications. Focuses on preparation and production of magazines, flyers, brochures, newsletters, and annual reports. Incorporates writing, copy editing, photography and illustrations, typography, page design and printing. Students produce a publication as a class project. Computer design experience or JNM 230 is strongly recommended.
Prerequisite:
JNM 130 or JNM 133 with a grade of "C" or better.

JNM 240 Topics in Journalism (1-0 to 6-0) 1-6 hrs.
Studies selected problems or topics in Journalism. The exact content and instructional methodology will vary semester to semester depending on the material to be studied. A syllabus or course outline containing additional information with preregistration materials will be available each time the course is offered. This course may be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours.

JNM 241 Online Magazine Journalism (2-2) 3 hrs.
Explores online magazine publishing for new media writers and designers. Focuses on the preparation and publication of an online magazine through writing, page design, and Web site usage.
Prerequisite:
JNM 140 with a grade of “C” or better.

JNM 242 Using the Internet as a Communications Tool (2-0) 2 hrs.
Explores the theory and practice of using the World Wide Web for communication. Introduces students to the journalistic and creative aspects of using the Web for training, advertising, marketing, and research.
Prerequisite:
CIS 118 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor.

JNM 243 Communication Web Site Applications (2-2) 3 hrs.
Applies writing and design skills to create a communications Web site for businesses from start to finish, including background information and links to related sites.
Prerequisite:
JNM 241 with a grade of “C” or better.