COMM 105 - INTRODUCTION TO MASS

    Recent Professors
    Rhea Vichot
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    7.2Heavyout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides a survey of the growth and development of mass media in America from historical and analytical perspectives. The course summarizes the principles of the mass communication process and illustrates how that process affects the average consumer of the media. Students will be exposed to mass media problems of the past and present as well as the trends shaping the 21st century. Areas of study include: book & magazine publishing, photojournalism, newspapers, radio, recorded music, film, television, online media, advertising, public relations, ethics and law. (C-ID: JOUR 100)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 3:30pm–4:50pm