Radio Broadcast Media هذه الدورة تدرس باللغة الإنجليزية

تفاصيل الدورة

Candidates would be expected to have successfully completed the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent). Basic computer and keyboard skills are necessary.

Award: Certificate in Broadcast Media (Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications).

Please note this course is delivered on Apple Mac computers.

All courses take place at the CIT’s Bishopstown Campus.

This is a one-year, two-semester programme in Broadcast Media, incorporating a work placement in the second semester.

The course contains modules that facilitate employers and employees and those wishing to upgrade their skills by offering inpidual or multiple modules in an easily accessible, learner-centered manner.

The programme will equip its graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to develop as broadcasters in a fastgrowing media rich and technically advanced environment. It has a strong focus on developing students’ broadcasting skills and giving them a good understanding of the principles and practices of reporting, practical broadcasting and audiovisual broadcasting technology.

The programme will draw from staff expertise within the Department of Media Communications, which brings with it extensive experience of audio-visual production,

staff from this programme will be delivering this special purpose award. The Department of Media Communications has extensive in-house expertise and facilities with regard to broadcast media and CIT’s radio station will be available for use for the course.

A number of local and national broadcasting industries and local community radio stations have been contacted to participate in the industry placement from which we have received a very positive response.

INTRODUCTION TO AUDIO VISUAL BROADCASTING TECHNOLOGY


Aim

This module will provide an introduction audio visual recording and processing for broadcast purposes. Students develop a fundamental knowledge of the properties
and use of audio video recording, storage and editing equipment and processes

• On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to
• Demonstrate the use of audio visual technology, 
software, hardware and exchange formats.
• Analyse requirements of broadcast media and workflow.
• Plan and manage projects intended for broadcast.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills in the implementation 
of audio/visual solutions.
• Prepare material for internet broadcasting.

JOURNALISTIC WRITING AND PRINCIPLES

Aim

The aim of this module is to give students a fundamental knowledge of the principles of journalism and news. It will also enable students to learn the techniques and principles of Broadcast Journalism. The module will develop students’ news reporting skills and their ability to source news, develop stories, and build good contacts.

• On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
• Write clear and concise news stories
• Be a part of a journalistic team and manage the delivery 
of work to an industry standard and to specified 
deadlines
• Identify and overcome common news writing faults
• Develop good writing skills and develop a knowledge of 
grammar
• Identify differing sources of news, and develop 
appropriate copy based on identified requirements and for specific audiences

PRACTICAL BROADCASTING SKILLS

Aim

This module will equip students with the fundamental practical skills required by a broadcasting journalist. These skills include researching news items and feature ideas, recording and editing interviews, writing scripts in a format appropriate for broadcast, creating and presenting bulletins. Students will gain an understanding of how a newsroom operates, how editorial decisions are made, and how tasks are prioritised. They will learn through a combination of practical real-life tasks, class presentation, and self-directed learning.

• On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
• Write news stories appropriate to target audience

• Construct and edit radio bulletins
Learn presenting skills
• Record and edit audio material for use in radio news bulletins
• Learn what the role of the editor is and the process of story choice

BROADCASTING INDUSTRY PLACEMENT

Aim

For this module the learner will undertake a relevant work placement in a radio station. The placement programme will familiarise the student with work practices and procedures and provide him/her with the opportunity to observe the practical application of theoretical knowledge gained on his/her course. The placement is supported by a member of academic staff in CIT together with a workplace mentor. The aim of the industrial placement is to introduce the learner to structured employment in a radio station and to develop in the learner an understanding of the organisation, its procedures and technologies.

• On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
• Critically analyse the enterprise, its culture and the organisation
• Use effective and professional communication skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership skills when working alone and in teams
• Apply knowledge, skills and competencies acquired during the programme of study to the analysis and solution of 
workplace problems
• Reflect on and analyse the learning experience resulting from the work placement.