Broadcasting and Multimedia Journalism | AAS - Western Iowa Tech Western Iowa Tech Community College
 
 

Broadcasting and Multimedia Journalism | AAS

Broadcasting and Multimedia Journalism is a two-year AAS degree program which is aimed at those invested in and wishing to enter the world of broadcasting.

Coursework includes the production side for learning the technology used in day to day operations, and also essential skills such as news writing, copy editing, and using critical thinking to make informed decisions regarding content in the field of journalism. Other courses in the program introduce you to concepts in broadcast management and on-air production.

You will be involved in developing content for both our on-campus streaming radio station, Comet Radio, and our internet television station, WITv, both located within our extensive lab area. Other skills will be put to practice in a real life newsroom also incorporated into our facility. This program allows you to learn the skills necessary to obtain entry level employment in the Television, Radio and Internet Broadcasting industry.

Degree
Associate of Applied Science

Credits
66

Locations
Sioux City Campus

 

Admissions Advisor

Jennifer Conley
Career Navigator
jennifer.conley@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3471
Sioux City Campus, Admissions
Book Appointment

Career Information

People with these jobs collect facts and write stories for the media and help transmit broadcasts. View career outlook information. 

 

Required Classes

For a list of current required classes, visit our catalog at:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=10&poid=2254&returnto=752

Faculty and Staff

Chris Mansfield
Instructional Program Coordinator
chris.mansfield@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3298
Sioux City Campus, Room B210
Michael Jones
Audio, Video, Broadcasting Instructor
mike.jones@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3211
Sioux City Campus, Room B208
 
 

Estimated Cost of Attending

* In-state Tuition (total):
$13,332.00
* Out-of-state Tuition (total):
$13,728.00
Educational Fees/sem:
$97.00
Est. Equipment and misc:
$0.00
** Est. Books/sem:
$200.00
Est. Tools:
$0.00
Est. Transportation and personal expense/sem:
$2,273.00
Est. Housing and meals/sem:
$3,675.00
Est. Fees/Misc:
$0.00

* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.

** The cost of books varies per program.