Jul 03, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

MDIA 3080 - Technical Bases of Media


Concerned with the “tools of the trade” in electronic media and related fields. The course examines electronic principles that are employed by audio and video equipment in general use today, emphasizing hardware found in production studios, broadcasting, and cable systems.

Requisites: C or better in MDIA 1020
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • 1. Students will be able to demonstrate a grasp of the basic electronic theories involved in the media.
  • 2. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the commonly used electronic media equipment, particularly devices used in production settings.
  • 3. Students will be able to interpret and to draw appropriate schematic diagrams of electronic circuits.
  • 4. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of technical personnel in the media field.


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