Program Description
Are you interested in becoming a radio personality, television reporter, videographer
or producer? If so, a career in Broadcast Communications may be for you. ACC
offers courses in Radio Broadcasting and Television Production. The Department
of Communication provides the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience in the
areas of radio, television, and multi-track recording. Those interested in radio
broadcasting can gain valuable experience at KACC-FM, a federally licensed radio
station. Those interested in television have the opportunity to produce programming
for KACC-TV, the local cable access channel. ACC also offers unique opportunities
for internships in commercial radio and television facilities, production firms
and sports broadcasting franchises.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities exist in the areas of programming, news, general administration,
engineering and sales. Presently, the fields of broadcast communication, multi-media
services, and corporate and broadcast video production are experiencing remarkable
growth. Students who successfully complete this program will have the skills
necessary for employment in the communications field.
Options
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Radio Broadcasting 66 credit hours (2 years)
Television Broadcasting 61 credit hours (2 years)
Television Broadcasting with Enhanced Skills Certificate
68 (2 years)
Associate of Science Degree (for students planning to transfer to a four-year
university)
Radio and Television Broadcasting
65 credit hours (2 years)
Communications Radio/Television Broadcasting Certificate
Radio Broadcasting 28 credit hours (1 year)
Television Broadcasting 31 credit hours (1 year)
Advantages of ACC
High quality instruction
State-of-the-art facilities
Small classes and personal attention
Affordable tuition and fees
Financial assistance available to those who qualify
For more information call 281-756-3765 or email RadioTV@alvincollege.edu
www.KACCradio.com