Radio and Television Broadcasting Program

The radio and television broadcasting program at Dodge City Community College prepare students for a careers in electronic media, including radio, TV, communications, multi-media production, and advertising. The program focuses on applying the technical knowledge and skills for programming production, and related operations, under the supervision of broadcast and studio managers, directors, editors, and producers. Program courses include: sound, lighting, camera operation and maintenance, power and feed control, studio operations, production preparation, broadcast engineering, and related computer applications. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer radio and television broadcasting program.

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Dodge City Community College

Also known as Cowley College

125 S 2nd St, Arkansas City, KS

Dodge City Community College, located in Dodge City, Kansas, was founded in 1935 and operated out of a high school for 22 years before the enrollment had grown large enough to receive its own campus. The school was given a local school board as part of the state's legislation to make community colleges answerable to the citizen's they serve. Responsibility for Dodge City Community College was given to Dodge County through a unanimous vote. The school is dedicated to providing residents of the community with post secondary education opportunities. The school is also commonly referred to as DC3 and DCCC.

Academics

Dodge City Community College offers a variety of programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or career training opportunities. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide education and skill development in a high demand field for industry with the intention to prepare students for a long term career in that field. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Astronomy
• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid

DCCC is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any student to enroll once they have submitted an application for admission and paid all fees. New students are also asked to provide transcripts and test scores, as well as be prepared to possibly take a placement exam prior to registration. The school also encourages participation in new student orientation and meeting with a counselor prior to their first semester. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which should be submitted in a timely fashion.

Career Options for Graduates

Broadcast Technicians

Description

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate transmitter to broadcast radio or television programs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, broadcast technicians employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -6.5% from 2014 to 2024

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture

Description

Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, camera operators, television, video, and motion picture employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Film and Video Editors

Description

Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, film and video editors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 17.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).