Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS The Media and Communication Systems major focuses on the study and application of media technologies and communication systems. Students gain skills in media production, digital communication, network infrastructure, data transmission, and regulatory frameworks, preparing for careers in telecommunications, broadcasting, media production, IT, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles and technologies of media and communication systems. - Develop skills in media production and digital communication. - Learn network infrastructure and data transmission techniques. - Explore regulatory frameworks and ethical considerations in media and communication. - Analyze emerging technologies and trends in media and communication systems. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Media and Communication Systems** - Overview of media and communication systems, principles, and industry trends. 2. **Media Production Techniques** - Fundamentals of media production, including video, audio, and multimedia content creation. 3. **Digital Communication** - Principles of digital communication, data encoding, and transmission. 4. **Network Infrastructure** - Study of network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks. 5. **Data Transmission and Protocols** - Techniques for data transmission, network protocols, and communication standards. 6. **Broadcasting and Telecommunications** - Principles of broadcasting, telecommunications, and signal transmission. 7. **Regulatory Frameworks and Ethics** - Understanding regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations, and legal issues in media and communication. 8. **Emerging Technologies in Media and Communication** - Exploring new technologies, such as 5G, IoT, and AI in media and communication systems. 9. **Media and Communication Research Methods** - Methods for conducting research, data collection, and analysis in media and communication systems. 10. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in media and communication systems settings, such as telecommunications companies, broadcasting stations, media production firms, or IT departments. 11. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying media and communication systems skills, such as developing a media production plan, designing a network infrastructure, or conducting a communication research study. **Assessment Methods:** - Media and communication systems principles and trends analyses - Media production techniques projects - Digital communication and data encoding projects - Network infrastructure and wireless networks projects - Data transmission and protocols projects - Broadcasting and telecommunications projects - Regulatory frameworks and ethical considerations essays - Emerging technologies in media and communication projects - Media and communication research methods reports - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Media and Communication Systems" - "Media Production Techniques" - "Digital Communication" - "Network Infrastructure" - "Data Transmission and Protocols" - "Broadcasting and Telecommunications" - "Regulatory Frameworks and Ethics" - "Emerging Technologies in Media and Communication" - "Media and Communication Research Methods" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of communication, technology, and an interest in media and digital content creation. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Media and Communication Systems. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Certified Telecommunications Network Specialist (CTNS) from the Telecommunications Certification Organization (TCO) - Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) from the Certified Wireless Network Professional program - CompTIA Network+ Certification - Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Certifications in specific media and communication tools and software **Target Audience:** Aspiring media producers, telecommunications specialists, network engineers, broadcasting professionals, IT specialists, and professionals seeking careers in telecommunications companies, broadcasting stations, media production firms, IT departments, and related fields. This major equips students with the technical and communication skills needed to excel in media and communication systems, supporting careers in various roles within telecommunications, broadcasting, media production, IT, and related fields.