Dec 12, 2024  
2023-24 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2023-24 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook [THIS CATALOG IS OUT-OF-DATE. USE THE CURRENT CATALOG TO FIND CURRENT PROGRAMS.]

Sports Media Technology, A.A.S. (A30170) - Pending SACSCOC approval


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Students enrolled in the Sports Media Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in sports media and related applications.

Training will emphasize announcing, script writing, livestreaming, videography, audio and postproduction. Students will also study the mechanics of sports, media management, marketing, and problem solving. Hands-on training and teamwork approaches are essential to the instructional process.

Upon successful completion, students are prepared to work in a sports media organization in a variety of occupations.  

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates will:

  1. Construct the various elements for video production and apply that knowledge within the sports media industry. 
  2. Illustrate storytelling techniques for sports narratives.
  3. Describe all elements of livestreaming sports broadcasts.
  4. Demonstrate the fundamental skills to write across various media platforms.
  5. Demonstrate the ability to speak on air in a live broadcast and conduct a proper interview.

Course Selection Information

Students, to help you progress in your degree program, take prerequisite courses along with English and Math early in your academic career. This will align you for greater success in completing your program of study. Click on the courses listed below to ensure you are aware of prerequisites. The order shown below under the student program priorities is a guide.

Student Program Priorities:

BPT 240

FIRST YEAR


SECOND YEAR


Total Program Hours: 71


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