This course explores the history, promise and present situation of broadcast journalism in the United States. It is also a practical course in which students work toward proficiency in TV and radio journalism. They learn research, reporting, and scripting along with editing, production, and direction by utilizing the College's TV studio and portable TV & audio equipment. Students receive training in newscasting and the creation of short news pieces. Students operate cameras, sound equipment, lights, switches, tape machines, and work toward providing maximum news content through electronic journalism.