Radio, Television, Film Major in Radio-TV-Film
Departmental Requirements
Minor in Radio-TV-Film
Admission of Transfer students
Professional Affiliations and Accreditation
Internships
Honors Program
Courses of Instruction

(RTVF)

Prospective students should be aware that the RTVF major is a selective one. Not all students who declare the major through the Registrar will qualify to take all of our classes. Like most media programs at universities across the country, Radio-TV-Film at TCU routinely receives far more applicants than they can accept. Limited faculty, facilities, and equipment are practical problems. Therefore, there are specific standards, including (but not limited to) minimum GPAs, for students pursuing the RTVF major. Interested students should contact the RTVF Department for current standards and procedures.

The Radio-TV-Film Dept. encourages students to see the media industries from multiple perspectives and prepares students for many different careers. After a set of "core" courses, students are required to take a mix of courses from three major areas: analysis/history, production, and industry studies.

Types of Courses
I. Production courses include sequences in Video Production, Cinematography, Audio Production, and Screenwriting. Additional courses include Post-Production, FM Operations, and Directing. In these courses, fundamental principles of professionalism and teamwork are developed as students learn practical technical skills in camera operation, lighting, sound recording, etc.
These courses are open to RTVF majors only.

II. The Industry sequence uses Business of Media as a foundations course. In Industry courses, students study the business and legal context in which media products are produced and distributed.
These courses are open to RTVF majors only.

III. Media Analysis/History courses use Media Analysis as a foundations course. The purpose of these courses is to study a variety of film/television styles and to analyze how media both reflect and influence culture. These courses are open to RTVF majors and minors.

IV. Open Electives: These are courses with no pre-requisites which are open to all TCU students. Several of these fulfill TCU Core Curriculum requirements. RTVF majors and minors may take them as electives only; they do not fulfill RTVF major or minor requirements.



Major in Radio-TV-Film

  • A minimum of 124 semester hours is required to graduate from TCU. At least 42 semester hours must be earned at the 30000-level or above.


  • A minimum of 37 semester hours in the RTVF major is required. At least 12 semester hours must be at the 30000-level or above. Specific department requirements are described below.


  • RTVF majors must complete a minor of at least 18 hours. Requirements for individual minors must be followed.


  • RTVF majors must complete the TCU Core Curriculum requirements as described elsewhere in this catalog. Information about the TCU Core Curriculum will be found at their website: http://www.core.tcu.edu/


  • A student earning a Bachelor of Arts will take 6 semester hours in one foreign language at the 20000-level or above.

  • Departmental Requirements

    Step One: All RTVF majors will complete the following core courses with a "C" or better and a combined GPA of at least 2.5:
    10113 History of Broadcasting
    10123 History of Film
    10143 Introduction to Film and Television Aesthetics

    Step Two: All RTVF majors take two courses in each of three areas:

    I. Production: Any two Production courses
    II. Industry: RTVF 20523 and any other RTVF Industry course
    III. Analysis: RTVF 20583 and any other RTVF Analysis course

    Step Three: Each student then chooses one of these areas of specialization. The student must take three additional courses in that area.

    Step Four: All RTVF majors must complete 40901 Senior Seminar (1 semester hour) in the last semester of their senior year.

    Majors in Radio-Television-Film must achieve the following minimum academic requirements as a prerequisite to enroll in Radio-Television-Film courses at the 20000-level and above:
    1. Overall TCU GPA of 2.5;
    2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for all courses taken within the Department of Radio-Television-Film;
    3. "C" or better in all courses taken in the Department of Radio-Television-Film.
    Students whose overall or departmental grade point average falls below 2.5 cannot enroll in a sophomore, junior or senior level RTVF course until the 2.5 GPA is achieved.
    The only exceptions are Open Electives courses, which have no prerequisites and are open to all TCU students, but which may not be used to fulfill RTVF major or minor requirements.


    The ultimate responsibility for knowing the pre-requisites for a course lies with the student and is noted in this catalog. Students who wish to apply for "permission of instructor" or "permission of department" to take a class must submit a request in writing to the RTVF Department prior to registration. The Department does not guarantee that all who wish to enroll in these classes will be accepted.



    I. Production Courses

    20203 Audio Production I
    20213 Video I
    20223 Cinematography I
    20243 Lighting and Design
    20510 FM Station Operations
    30153 Dramatic Style and Structure
    30203 Audio Production II
    30213 Video II
    30223 Cinematography II
    30243 Directing
    30353 Acting for Television
    30393 Theory and Practice of Digital Media
    30510 Advanced FM Station Operations
    30713 Remote Sports Production
    30723 Producing the Live Sports Event
    30733 Audio Production for Sports Television and Radio
    40113 Sports Broadcasting
    40153 Dramatic Writing
    40213 Video III
    40333 Post Production
    40383 Documentary Production
    40713 Global Sports Media
    45113 Producing


    II. Industry Courses

    20523 Business of Media
    30513 Audience Research
    30523 Media Marketing & Promotion
    30573 Broadcast & Cable Programming
    30663 Film in a Global Society
    40223 Entertainment Law and Finance
    40503 Media Industry Law & Regulation
    40513 Topics In Media Industries Studies
    40523 Management for Broadcast, Cable, and Film
    40813 Sex and Violence
    50443 Studies in International Broadcasting
    50403 New Technologies

    III. Analysis Courses

    20583 Media Analysis
    30363 Analysis of Screen Performance
    30410 Film Genres
    30433 American Cinema
    30593 Television, Culture, and Society
    40003 Senior Honors Research Paper
    40440 Topics in Film
    40570 Topics in Television
    40580 Topics in Sports Media
    40623 Topics in National Cinemas
    40683 Film Theory and Criticism
    50400 Advanced Studies in RTVF


    IV. Open Electives

    NOTE: These are courses with no pre-requisites which are open to all TCU students. Several of these fulfill TCU Core Curriculum requirements. RTVF majors and minors may take them as general electives only; they do not fulfill RTVF major or minor requirements.

    10013 TV Studies for Non-Majors
    10053 Survey of Film
    10073 Media Adaptations
    10093 Media, Politics and Social Values
    30433 American Cinema
    30983 Women in Television and Film
    40653 Popular Music and the Recording Industry

    Sports Broadcasting Emphasis

    Sports Broadcasting provides the opportunity to acquire specialized skills to succeed in sports-related media industries.

    Required Courses for this emphasis include:
    I. Production
    20203 Audio I
    20213 Video I

    II. Industry
    20523 Business of Media and another Industry course (chosen in consultation with the student's designated RTVF advisor)

    III. Analysis
    20583 Media Analysis
    40580 Topics in Sports Media (May be taken more than once as course content changes in consultation with the student's designated RTVF advisor)

    And three from the following:
    30713 Remote Sports Production
    30723 Producing the Live Sports Event
    30733 Audio Production for Sports Television and Radio
    40113 Sports Broadcasting
    40713 Global Sports Media

    Minor in Radio-TV-Film

    The minor in Radio-TV-Film requires 18 hours, including: 10113 (History of Broadcasting), 10123 (History of Film), 10143 (Introduction to Film and Television Aesthetics), and 20583 (Media Analysis). RTVF 10053 cannot be used to fulfill minor requirements. The six remaining hours may be selected from the following list. Students are responsible for meeting all prerequisites on specific courses.

    30153 Dramatic Style and Structure
    30353 Acting for Television
    30363 Analysis of Screen Performance
    30410 Film Genres
    30593 Television, Culture, and Society
    30643 British Cinema and European Culture
    30663 Film in a Global Society
    40153 Dramatic Writing
    40440 Topics in Film
    40570 Topics in Television
    40623 Topics in National Cinemas
    40683 Film Theory and Criticism

    Minors in Radio-TV-Film must achieve the following minimum academic requirements as a prerequisite to enroll in Radio-TV-Film courses at the 20000 - level and above:

    1. Minimum GPA of 2.5 for the three RTVF core courses;

    2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for all courses taken within the Department of Radio-TV-Film;

    3. "C" or better in all courses taken in the Department of Radio-TV-Film.

    NOTE: The only exceptions are Open Electives courses, which have no prerequisites and are open to all TCU students, but which may not be used to fulfill RTVF major or minor requirements.

    Admission of Transfer students

    Transfer students admitted to TCU are not guaranteed admission to the Radio-TV-Film major. All potential RTVF majors-including transfer students-must complete the three core courses (10113, 10123, 10143) and then follow the procedures to proceed in the major. Transfer students must submit a written request for the Department of Radio-TV-Film to consider accepting any substitutes for the RTVF 10113, 10123, or 10143. Each such request will be considered on an individual basis.

    Professional Affiliations and Accreditation

    The Department of Radio-TV-Film holds institutional memberships in the Broadcast Education Association, the National Association of Broadcasters, Texas Association of Broadcasters, Texas Association of Broadcast Educators, the International Communication Association, the International Television Association, and the University Film and Video Association.

    RTVF Facilities and resources include KTCU, the student-operated campus radio station; two soundstages; a New Media Lab; an Avid Post-Production facility (the RTVF Department is the only Avid-Certified Training Center in Texas and surrounding states; and the Gwendolyn P. Tandy Memorial Film Library, a teaching resource with a current total of 12,600 films and television programs on DVD, Laser Disc, and VHS.

    Internships

    The Department has an active supervised internship program that places students in radio stations, television studios, film production companies, audience research companies, and corporate/industrial media centers. Most interns work in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, but in many interns are placed in their hometowns or in major media markets such as Los Angeles, New York, and London. Juniors and seniors with 18 hours completed in the major with a grade point of 3.0 or above may apply for an internship.

    Study Abroad

    Radio-TV-Film regularly offers summer courses in London. The Department has also established a summer program in Italy. Contact the RTVF Department for current details and schedules for Study Abroad opportunities.

    Honors Program

    Radio-TV-Film majors who plan to pursue Departmental Honors must be members of the Honors Program and should enroll in RTVF 30003 during their junior year and RTVF 40003 during the fall semester of their senior year.

    Courses of Instruction

    RTVF 10013 TV Studies for Non-Majors. Lecture and viewing sessions. An introduction to the field of television studies, including an examination of various approaches to the study of television history and the television industry within appropriate social and cultural contexts. Viewing of significant programming in television history. Designed for non-majors.

    RTVF 10053 Survey of Film. Lecture and viewing sessions. Includes examination of the development of film structure and aesthetics within appropriate social and cultural contexts. Viewing of significant films in cinema history. Designed for non-majors. RTVF majors may not use this course to fulfill major requirements or Fine Arts UCR requirement.

    RTVF 10053 Survey of Film. Lecture and viewing sessions. Includes examination of the development of film structure and aesthetics within appropriate social and cultural contexts. Viewing of significant films in cinema history. Designed for non-majors. RTVF majors may not use this course to fulfill major requirements or Fine Arts UCR requirement.

    RTVF 10073 Media Adaptations. Examination of film/television adaptations from literature, with emphasis on the discussion of style, structure, and characterization, and on the cultural factors which affect adaptations (financial expectations of different media, censorship and self-regulation of content, etc.) Topics may include film/television programs adapted from plays, short fiction, or novels; the course may also address "novelizations" of stories which first appeared as films or television programs, musical adaptations of non-musical films, and remakes.

    RTVF 10093 Media, Politics, and Social Values. This course examines how US television and film directly address social values, citizenship, and politics, and encourage individual citizens to participate in the political process. Topics might range from media images of the Great Depression or the Cold War to movies/TV programs depicting social problems (drug addiction, delinquency, crime) or social activism (workers' rights, unionism). All of the media studied will present specific interpretations of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups in their political and cultural environments; students will analyze and compare these interpretations.

    RTVF 10113 History of Broadcasting. Lecture and viewing sessions. An intensive overview of the history of radio, television and related electronic media from 1900 to the present. Topics include the rise of the network system, programming and the evolution of broadcast technology. This course is designed for majors and minors; the minimum acceptable grade is a C.

    RTVF 10123 History of Film. Lecture and viewing sessions. An intensive history of film from 1890 to the present. Includes examination of the development of film structure within social and cultural contexts, the Hollywood studio system, and selected international cinema systems. This course is designed for majors and minors; the minimum acceptable grade is a C. RTVF 10053 may not substitute for this course.

    RTVF 10143 Introduction to Film and Television Aesthetics. An overview of how motion pictures and television programs can be "read" and analyzed as complex aesthetics texts. The course is designed to complement and provide a framework for all other RTVF courses. Class combines lecture, discussion and viewing sessions. This course is open to majors and minors only.

    RTVF 10433 Freshman Seminar in Radio-TV-Film. Topics may vary each time it is offered.

    RTVF 10533 Freshman Seminar in Radio-TV-Film. Topics may vary each time it is offered.

    RTVF 20203 Audio Production I. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors only. Fundamentals of audio production. Lecture and laboratory projects designed to acquaint students with audio production requirements and responsibilities.

    RTVF 20213 Video I. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors only. Lecture and laboratory. Fundamentals of video preproduction, production, and direction. Functions and responsibilities of the production crew and equipment utilization.

    RTVF 20223 Cinematography I. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors only. Lecture and Laboratory. Principles and practices of 16mm and electronic cinematography, lighting, sound, and editing. Individual exercises and group projects.

    RTVF 20243 Lighting and Design. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20213; RTVF majors only. Lecture and laboratory. Theory and practice of lighting and production design for film and video.

    RTVF 20510 FM Station Operations. Prerequisites: RTVF majors: at least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a "C" grade in RTVF 10143 and permission of the department. JOUR majors: permission of department. Open to RTVF and JOUR majors only. Practicum in various phases of station operation. Students serve in different staff capacities at KTCU-FM. (maximum 3 sem. hours; 1-3 sem hours per semester.)

    RTVF 20523 Business of Media. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors only. This course provides an intensive overview of radio, TV, and film business practices, including the structure of media companies; how media conceptualize and measure their audience; strategies (i.e., promotion, advertising) media companies use to attract an audience, and regulatory structures that govern the radio, TV, and film industries.

    RTVF 20583 Media Analysis. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors and minors only. ENGL 10803. Students in this course will develop a critical perspective on broadcasting and film. Intensive practice in analyzing and writing about broadcast programs and motion pictures.

    RTVF 30003 Honors Tutorial. Prerequisites: Junior standing and membership in the Honors Program. This course is offered only as a tutorial and the specific topic is determined by consultation with an instructor. Arrangements for this course must be made with an instructor the semester prior to enrollment.

    RTVF 30153 Dramatic Style and Structure. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; Open to RTVF Majors and Minors only. Analysis of dramatic writing styles for stage and screen.

    RTVF 30203 Audio Production II. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203; RTVF majors only. Lecture and laboratory. Practicum in advanced radio, audio and music production, program direction, and multi track recording for advertising and music. Basic principles of radio programming.

    RTVF 30213 Video II. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20213 and pre- or concurrent enrollment in RTVF 20243; RTVF majors only. Lecture and laboratory. Intermediate level production and direction of studio and non-studio video.

    RTVF 30223 Cinematography II. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20223; RTVF majors only. Practicum in advanced cinematography. Advanced study of lighting and film exposure techniques. The course culminates with an advanced 16mm film project.

    RTVF 30243 Directing. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 30213; RTVF majors only. Lecture and laboratory. An exploration of the role of the director in film and video production. Includes examination of case studies as well as practical exercises.

    RTVF 30353 Acting for Television. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; RTVF majors and minors only. Non-RTVF majors/minors may apply for permission of instructor. An exploration of the theories and techniques of on-camera performance. Students act in student-directed video projects and critique their work in class. Projects and assignments focus on improving performance skills as well as developing strategies to work with talent in a production setting.

    RTVF 30363 Analysis of Screen Performance. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. Non-RTVF majors/minors may apply for permission of instructor. An intermediate level course that explores screen acting from a historical and critical perspective. Students learn to formulate and express critical opinions, applying film theories and methodologies to the specific area of screen performance.

    RTVF 30393 Theory and Practice of Digital Media. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203 and either 20213 or 20223. RTVF majors only. This course provides students with the aesthetic skills and technical knowledge needed to develop and implement Web design and Interactive Media as well as titles and graphics, process shots, and special effects for film and video.

    RTVF 30410 Film Genres. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. Historical and critical overview of various film genres, with viewing and analysis of representative films. (6 semester hours maximum; 3 hours per semester)

    RTVF 30433 American Cinema. Lecture and viewing sessions. An overview of the history of American cinema from 1895 to the present. Includes examination of the development of American film from a cultural and historical perspective. Topics include Hollywood system, Independent cinema, Ethnic cinema, and Minority cinema. Open to non-majors.

    RTVF 30510 Advanced FM Station Operations/Management. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20510 and permission of instructor. Open to RTVF majors only. Practicum in operations and management of FM radio stations. Students serve as managers and mentors in station operations. Students may be assigned to KTCU-FM in areas such as programming, operations, music formats, sports, and news. (maximum 3 semester hours; 1-3 hours maximum per semester.)

    RTVF 30513 Audience Research. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only; Math 10043 recommended. Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methodologies used to measure audiences in the media industries.

    RTVF 30523 Media Marketing and Promotions. Prerequisites: RTVF Majors: at least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523. JOUR majors: JOUR 30313 or permission of instructor. Principles and techniques of developing successful marketing and promotions campaigns in the media industries. Course focuses on issues of market research, advertising strategies, identity and image development, and creative execution. (Offered as RTVF or JOUR credit.)

    RTVF 30573 Broadcast and Cable Programming. Prerequisite: At least 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only. Historical overview of broadcast programming trends. Current program practices and strategies in radio, television, cable and other electronic media.

    RTVF 30593 Television, Culture and Society. Prerequisite: At least 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. Issues in the relationships among television, culture, and society. Emphasis on understanding the role television has played in the development of mass culture and the influence of television on contemporary society.

    RTVF 30643 British Cinema and European Culture. Prerequisite: RTVF 10123, or permission of instructor. Using a cultural/historical perspective, this course focuses upon postcolonial, social, economic, and political factors that create the visual image in British cinema. Investigates the representation of Britain's identity in European culture. Examined through a series of seminars, guest lectures, and on-site visits to studios and museums in London.

    RTVF 30663 Film in a Global Society. Prerequisites: RTVF 10123, and 20523, or permission of instructor. Examines the increasingly global nature of the film and broadcasting industries, and explores the impact of US films abroad, using the British market as a specific subject of analysis. Includes a series of seminars, guest lectures, and on-site visits to studios and museums in London.

    RTVF 30713 Remote Sports Production. Prerequisites: At least 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203 and 20213; RTVF majors only. This course gives the student practical hands-on experience producing 'live' sporting events such as: football, baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis and other sports. Students will be responsible for all aspects of the production from director to camera operator.

    RTVF 30723 Producing the Live Sports Event. Prerequisites: At least 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203, 20213, and 30713; RTVF majors only. This course will prepare students as producers, associate producers, and production managers for sports production. Combining lecture and lab students will learn all of the necessary skills to be able to produce 'live' sporting event broadcasts. Students enrolled in this course will produce TCU sporting events.

    RTVF 30733 Audio Production for Sports: Television and Radio. Prerequisites: At least 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203. RTVF majors only. Audio techniques, theory, and application for sports broadcasting. The application of techniques for live sports television and radio. Includes microphone choice and placement, mixing techniques, IFB, and replay video monitor deployment. Labs include actual on-site broadcasts of sporting events (live to tape). This is not a play-by-play announcing course.

    RTVF 30860 Internship in Radio-TV-Film. Prerequisites: RTVF majors only. Permission of department is required. At the time of application for an internship, students must have a GPA of 3.0 or better in RTVF courses, must have completed 21 hours of RTVF courses including RTVF 20523 with 'C' or higher grade, and at least one of the following courses (with a 'C' or higher) RTVF 20203, 20213, 20223, or 40333. Supervised study, experience, and on-the-job training in a media-related organization. This course may only be taken on a pass-no credit basis. This course may not be used to fulfill requirements for a major or minor in RTVF; it is an RTVF elective only. (1-6 semester hours, 3 hours maximum per semester.)

    RTVF 30983 Women in Television and Film. This course examines the relationship between women and the electronic media. Specific issues include the social construction of gender and gender roles, the influence of media stereotypes, and the critical evaluation of artistic works created by female writers, producers, and directors.

    RTVF 40003 Senior Honors Research Paper. Prerequisites: RTVF 30003. Senior standing and membership in the Honors Program. A supervised research experience and a thesis that is usually based on the subject matter studied in 30003. This course is offered only as a tutorial; arrangements must be made with an instructor prior to enrollment.

    RTVF 40113 Sports Broadcasting. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203 or 20213; RTVF majors only. Overview and analysis of sports broadcasting. This course teaches the fundamentals of both on-air talent and behind-the-scenes production of both television and radio sports production.

    RTVF 40153 Dramatic Writing. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 30153. Non-RTVF majors/minors may apply for permission of instructor. Principles and techniques of writing fiction for the screen. Conducted as a workshop.

    RTVF 40213 Video III. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 30213; RTVF majors only. Advanced problems in video production. A variable topic lecture/laboratory course.

    RTVF 40223 Entertainment Law and Finance. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only or permission of instructor. An examination of legal and financial issues related to film and television production. Topics covered may include employment contracts, permits and releases, music licensing, guilds and unions, financing, and production and distribution revenues and expenses. Counts as 'industry' credit.

    RTVF 40333 Post-Production. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20213; RTVF majors only. This course examines the principles and techniques of non-linear editing. Students will log time on the department's Avid system.

    RTVF 40383 Documentary Production. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20213 and 40333. RTVF majors only. In this course, students will examine a variety of documentary styles and will apply their production skills to the practice of documentary filmmaking.

    RTVF 40440 Topics in Film. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. Using a variety of theoretical and critical approaches, students will examine limited topics such as films produced within a particular time period, films by specific directors, or film which are unified by theme or style. (6 hours maximum; 3 hours per semester).

    RTVF 40503 Media Industry Law and Regulation. Prerequisite: Senior standing, at least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only. Structural and content regulation of the media industries. Court cases bearing on media industries. Introduction to legal research and writing.

    RTVF 40513 Topics in Media Industry Studies. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only. An in-depth examination of selected issues relating to media industry business practices. (6 semester hours maximum; 3 hours per semester)

    RTVF 40523 Management for Broadcast, Cable, and Film. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only. The organization and administration of broadcast, cable and film operations. Management techniques and strategies, including forecasting, planning, statistical and financial analysis, and interpersonal communication.

    RTVF 40570 Topics in Television. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. An in-depth analysis or selected television genres and industry practices from a variety of critical and theoretical perspectives. (6 semester hours maximum; 3 hours per semester)

    RTVF 40580 Topics in Sports Media. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523 and 20583; RTVF majors only, or permission of instructor. Using a variety of theoretical and critical approaches, this course will examine coverage of sporting events in the broadcast media as well as depictions of athletes and athletic events in fiction film and television programming. (6 semester hours maximum; 3 hours per semester)

    RTVF 40623 Topics in National Cinemas. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only or permission of instructor. Investigation of the historical and cultural developments of a selected national cinema including the examination of film structure and aesthetics in a selected cultural setting. Topics will include the national cinemas of Japan, India, Germany, Italy, etc. (6 semester hours maximum; 3 hours per semester)

    RTVF 40653 Popular Music and the Recording Industry. This course explores how popular music functions as a significant media industry and source of culture in contemporary society.

    RTVF 40683 Film Theory and Criticism. Prerequisite: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20583; RTVF majors and minors only. Survey of classical and contemporary film theories.

    RTVF 40713 Global Sports Media. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20203, 20213, and 30723; RTVF majors only. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to produce sports events internationally such as: The Olympics, World Cup Soccer, Skiing, Sailing, and Golf. This course will examine legal issues, rights fees, and problems associated with producing an event overseas.

    RTVF 40773 Media in Britain. An overview of contemporary media in Great Britain, focusing on the press, television, and cinema. Taught only in London.

    RTVF 40813 The Business and Regulation of Media Sex and Violence. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 over TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523. An examination and historical overview of media product producer strategies utilizing sexual and/or violent content to attract audiences, as well as governmental strategies and regulations to limit sexual and/or violent content in the media. Industry credit.

    RTVF 40900 Special Problems in Radio, Television and Film. Prerequisite: Junior standing. A conference course designed to give an individual student opportunities for additional specialized work in his or her area of concentration. Prerequisites may vary for different sections of this course. 1-6 semester hours

    RTVF 40901 Senior Seminar in Radio-TV-Film. Prerequisite: Students must be in last semester of senior year. A review and synthesis of material covered in the RTVF major. This course is required for RTVF majors; the minimum acceptable grade is a "C." (1 semester hour.)

    RTVF 45113 Producing. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; at least a "C" grade in and a 2.5 average GPA in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20213 and 20523; RTVF majors only. An advanced exploration of film and video producing, with an examination of techniques used by producers and financial, budgeting, and legal issues facing today's producers. All phases of the producing process will be examined, from acquiring the property, to pre-production, principal photography and post-production, as well as distribution.

    RTVF 50400 Advanced Studies in Radio, Television, and Film. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 10113, 10123, and 10143; senior or graduate standing. Seminar in radio, television, and film. 3-6 semester hours; maximum 3 semesters hours per semester.

    RTVF 50403 New Technologies. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only, or permission of instructor. Overview of developments of media technologies and analysis of impacts of new technologies on media business practices.

    RTVF 50443 Studies in International Broadcasting. Prerequisites: At least a 2.5 overall TCU GPA; at least a 2.5 in all RTVF courses; and at least a "C" grade in RTVF 20523; RTVF majors only. This seminar course takes a comparative approach to the study of broadcasting. Examines the structure of broadcast media outside the U.S., including production, programming, regulation, finance, and the social effects of broadcasting.

    RTVF 50970 Special Problems in Radio, Television, and Film. Prerequisite: Senior or graduate standing. A conference course designed to give an individual student opportunities for additional specialized work in his or her area of concentration. (1-6 semester hours)

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