Course Description
This course explores the relationshipbetween Production and Transmission for Radio and Television Broadcasting. Itdiscusses the various transmission methods that embraces New Media Technologyas well as the conventional methods of transmission. It also discusses theimpact online distribution is having (if any) on conventional broadcasttransmission methods.
Course Content
·Broadcasting Basics
·Broadcast Transmission Process
·Radio and Television Transmission
·Transmission Platforms
·Reception and playback of analog signals
·NTSC Analog Television
·ATSC Digital Television
·Digitization of video and audio
·Compression standards and coding of digital video andaudio signals (MPEG)
·Principles and standards transmission of digitaltelevision signals (DVB) and the playback of digital signals
·Digital Broadcasting systems
·Alternative radio delivery systems
·Alternative television delivery systems
·Remote broadcasting
Course Objectives
·Gain an understanding of the basicfunction of radio and television systems
·Utilize knowledge of radio andtelevision transmission to produce digital recordings
·Gain an understanding of compression andcoding standards
·Gain an understanding of the principlesof radio and broadcast transmission to effectively set up live radio andtelevision production
Course LearningOutcomes
Upon successfulcompletion of this course, students will be able to:
·Discuss the importance of production to the broadcasttransmission process.
·Compare and Contrast radio and televisiontransmission.
·Explore the various transmission platform options,inclusive of traditional and new media technology.
·Apply the requirements for the transmission of thelive radio and television production.
·Demonstrate a general awareness of the role ofbroadcast television and radio in understanding social life.
·Demonstrate an ability to effectively create aninnovative solution both independently and cooperatively in remotebroadcasting. .
Required Materials
Text: A BroadcastEngineering Tutorial for Non-Engineers – Fourth Edition
Authors: Skip Pizzi/GrahamJones
Published: Routledge
Year Published: 2014
ISBN-13: 978-0415733380
ISBN-10: 0415733383
Course Assessment and Evaluation
| COURSE EVALUATION | PERCENTAGE | |
| Attendance/Participation | 5% | |
| Assignments | 30% | |
| Project Work | 15% | |
| Tests/ Quizzes | 20% | |
| Final Exam | 30% |
Grading Policy
BTVI uses an alphabeticalgrading system. A letter grade is given for each course taken. Each lettergrade denotes a certain level of achievement in a particular course as follows:
Letter Grade Point Value QualityPoints Achievement
A90 – 100% 4 Excellent
B80 – 89% 3Above Average
C70 – 79% 2 Average
D60 – 69% 1Below Average
F0 – 59%0 Fail
Grade Point Average (GPA)
BTVI’s Grade-Point Average (GPA) scale is 4.0. Gradepoint averages are used to determine academic standing as well as the awardingof honors.
General & Academic Policy Statements
Academic Integrity
Plagiarism is the borrowing of material from anysource without documenting or acknowledging the source. Be sure that you document all ideas orinformation that you use in any of your papers (for all of your courses) thatare from sources such as books, magazines, CDs, records, newspapers, internet,interviews, movies, radios, television, etc. If you are not sure how todocument the information you have selected to use, please ask yourinstructor. If you are not sure how towrite the information in your own words (paraphrase), then ask your instructorhow it should be written. Remember: EVEN IF YOU USE YOUR OWN WORDS, YOU MUSTSTILL DOCUMENT THE SOURCE OF THE IDEA.If you do not correctly document your paper, you must re-do it until itis correctly documented. Copying anotherpersons’ work or turning in a paper that you did not write and submitting it asyour own will be grounds for a failing grade in the course. “When cheating orplagiarism has occurred, the instructor may take academic action ranging fromdenial of credit, or assigning a grade of “F” on a specific assignment,examination, or project, to assigning a grade of “F” for the course. The student may also be subject to furthersanctions such as disciplinary probation, suspension or dismissal from theCollege.” Please refer to the BTVI Student Hand Book for additionalinformation on academic integrity.
Class Attendance/Absenteeism
- Your success in this course will depend in large measure on the interest, willingness, and enthusiasm that you and your classmates bring to the experience. You are expected to be an active participant in study and team activities and in class discussions. Because so much of the learning experience in this class is interactive and participatory, attendance is mandatory!
- In the event of an absence, it is your responsibility to obtain lecture notes and homework assignments.
- Email your instructor well in advance of your return to class so that you have the homework ready to submit when you come.
- Please write legibly!
- Be aware that some of the homework assignments may be based on the activities that occur in the classroom and therefore may not be able to be made up when you are absent from class.
- If you have advanced notice that you will not be in class or if an emergency occurs, please discuss this with the instructor. Emails may be used to contact your instructor.
- Assignments should be neat and written on college ruled paper in black or blue ink.
Technology Requirements
You will be required to type finaldrafts of assignments; therefore, a laptop or access to a computer would bebeneficial.
Disruptive Student Conduct policy
- As a courtesy to others and to maintain a positive learning environment, please turn your cell phone on silent (NOT vibrate) or off before you enter the class. To resist the temptation of answering text messages, you are advised to put your cell phones away. Speak with the instructor regarding exceptions for emergencies.
- Texting for any reason during class, a quiz, or a test is strictly prohibited. If you text or answer your cell phone during an assessment, your test or quiz may be confiscated, and you will receive a zero for your score.
- Please note that any one that is not enrolled in the class is not allowed sit in at any time. This rule also applies to children.
Late Assignment Policy,
- Assignments are due at the beginning of class. Late work will only be allowed with supporting documentation; otherwise, a grade of zero will be received.
Make –Up Exam Policy
If a student has a valid reason for missing anexamination, immediately contact the Examination Office by phone (242)502-6367/6327 or email examoffice@btvi.edu.bs
- you mustapplyfor a special sitting (see Examination Office for an application)
- attachrelevant supporting documentation(see chart below) relating to why you could not sit the examination within the examination period,
- have the application approved by your Department Chair and Academic Dean,
- submit the application to the Examination Office.
- The committee will review the application and respond by email within 24 hours.
- If approved, the examination office will email you with the details of your special sitting.
| Reason | Procedure & Documentation |
| Ill health or injury | If you are unwell on the day of your deferred examination, please ensure you visit a doctor that day so that your medical condition can be appropriately diagnosed and recorded on your medical certificate. If your illness is considered by the medical practitioner to last longer than the day of your examination(s), the dates should be recorded on the certificate. If you are unable to get an appointment with your doctor, there is an after-hours service available. Pharmacy Certificates are not acceptable as a medical certificate. You must see a qualified medical practitioner. |
| Compassionate Grounds | If a family member dies, you must provide either a death certificate or an obituary or an obituary in the form of a newspaper clipping with your name listed |
| Representation in significant cultural or sporting activities at a national or international level | Letter from the agency stating your role and participation and detailing the dates and times of the event. |
| Employment related travel | Letter from the employer stating your name, position, and dates of travel. |
SpecialSitting of Examinations
- • Only students who miss their examinations forvalid reasonsshall be able to sit their examination free of charge.
• Special sittings will be held on the first Friday of the following semester at 9:00 a.m.
Thefollowing reasons are invalid for missing an examination and the studentspresenting these excuses will be able to sit the examination; however, theywill be charged a fee of 150 dollars per course.
·if youmisread the examination timetable, forgot, slept in etc.
·recreationaltravel (domestic or international)
·planned orunplanned events, such as weddings and birthday parties
·routinedemands of employment
·stress oranxiety normally associated with examination.
·if you didnot study or if you were not prepared
·othergrounds considered inappropriate by the Examination Committee
Note: This course outline is subject to changeat the institution’s discretion.
