COM 130: Introduction to Mass Communication

online available

In this course, students are introduced to the technological evolution of mass media, its impact on audience attitudes, and how it influences economic, social, and political climates. Major emphasis is placed on the history, theory, and criticism of the various mediums, including radio, television, film, and Web-based media. The course attempts to create a more 'critical' consumer of mass media.

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

offered at nighttimeoffered online offered online offered in the daytimeoffered online

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

offered at nighttimeoffered online offered online offered in the daytimeoffered online

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

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Description Hours
Credits 3
Lecture Hours 45
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 45

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