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May 17, 2024
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2019-2020 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Directory
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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
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0 – transitional |
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1 – freshman |
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2 – sophomore |
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3 – junior |
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4 – senior |
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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)
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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