May 17, 2024  
2019-2020 Course Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Directory


Reading Course Descriptions


Brazosport College uses the Texas Common Course Numbering System in support of efforts to enhance the transferability of credit throughout the state system of colleges and universities. In addition to its descriptive title, each course is identified by a four character prefix (also called a rubric) to identify the department or discipline and a four digit number that is unique to each course within a rubric. The course number should be interpreted as follows:

First digit: level of the course

  0 – transitional  
  1 – freshman  
  2 – sophomore  
  3 – junior  
  4 – senior  
Second digit: number of semester hours of credit
Last two digits: identify a specific course within the rubric or department

For example, ENGL 1301  is a three-hour course in English typically taken the freshman year.

See Directory of Courses by Prefix for a table showing the prefixes associated with commonly used names for the various disciplines of study. There is a brief description of the course content and a list of any prerequisites (courses that must be taken or other conditions that must be met before enrolling in the course) and, in many cases, a tested skill level code in reading, writing, or math that must be met before enrolling in the course. See a counselor for specific information about the skill level testing and requirements.

Required Skill Codes


Some courses offered by Brazosport College require college level skill codes in math, reading and writing.  Students who are certificate seeking, as documented in the student record, are not required to meet these requirements.  Skill codes are enforced for all degree seeking students.

Directory of Courses by Prefix


Directory of Courses by Catalog Prefix

Information regarding specific courses may be obtained by contacting the Brazosport College instructional division responsible for courses in that teaching discipline:

BA/CT: Business Administration and Computer Technology 979-230-3369
C/FA: Communications and Fine Arts 979-230-3224
M/CT Mechanical and Construction Technologies 979-230-3229
HP: Health Professions 979-230-3424
M/LS: Mathematics and Life Sciences 979-230-3225
PS/PT: Physical Sciences and Process Technologies 979-230-3618
SS/E: Social Sciences and Education 979-230-3226
TE: Transitional Education 979-230-3527

Course Prefixes (Rubrics)  

 
  
  • COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    CIP 0901025106
    This is a beginning course for journalism, advertising, public relations, or communication majors. Mass Communication covers the different media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered, including newspapers, magazines, television, film, radio, and the Internet. It develops an understanding of the role of mass media in society with an emphasis on media functions, structure, support, and influence. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)
    Required skill level: College-level reading and writing.
  
  • COMM 1316 - Photojournalism I


    CIP 0904015506
    Provides students with knowledge of digital photography for newspapers and other print media. Topics include introduction to photography techniques and camera operation, photocomposition, privacy laws and ethics, telling a story through photographs and digital photo processing. Cameras and computer software will be provided. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
  
  • COMM 1317 - Photojournalism II


    CIP 0904015506
    Provides advanced level photography techniques and digital photo processing, with an emphasis on special effects, action shots, portraits and studio photography. Credit Hours: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
    Prerequisite: COMM 1316  or approval of the division chair.
  
  • COMM 2311 - Media Writing


    CIP 0904015706
    Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering news in a professional manner. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)
    Required skill level: College-level reading and writing.
  
  • COMM 2315 - News Reporting


    CIP 0904015806
    Continuation of the aims and objectives of News Gathering and Writing I, including instruction in advanced techniques such as specialized news reporting in business, science, sports, and broadcast news; including also the study of ethics in news gathering and reporting. Credit Hours: 3 (3 lecture, 0 lab)
    Required skill level: College-level reading and writing.