Aims offers two production certificates that require two semesters each to complete. The classes in the Level I certificate program are prerequisites for those in the Level II program.
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Degree at a Glance
Degree Type
Associate of Applied ScienceLocation
Greeley Campus
Credits
60Tuition*
In-District
$5,926
In-State
$9,100
WUE
$13,300
Out-of-State
$30,436
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Radio ProductionCertificates
Radio Production Level I Certificate
Develop fundamental skills in programming and broadcasting and get practical insights for starting a radio career. Learn the basics of radio programming, announcing for radio and TV, and delve into different radio formats including news and sports and learn how to find a radio job.
| Row Groupings | Certificate Requirements: | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| required | RTV 1001 - Radio Programming and Production IFocuses on radio programming, formats and audience rating survey, basic and sophisticated communications systems, history of broadcasting, broadcasting and production equipment, and program broadcast systems and propaganda. . Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply |
3 |
| required | RTV 1009 - Broadcast AnnouncingIntroduces the field of broadcast announcing, including the techniques and proficiencies involved in announcing for radio and television. Students will acquire practice in announcing and narration with an emphasis on voice, diction, writing and performance. Course is not repeatable for credit. |
3 |
| required | RTV 2001 - Radio Programming and Production IIFocuses on styles of writing and reporting news, editorials, interviews, and commentaries; station logs and announcing styles and techniques; the Federal Communications Commission with emphasis on politics and serving the public interest; job finding and advancing in broadcasting; women in broadcasting; drama; and specialized production. Includes sportscasting and weathercasting.. Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-fees Differential tuition rates apply Course Prerequisites
RTV 1001 with a grade of "C" or better |
3 |
| Total Credits for Certificate | 9 | |
|---|---|---|
Radio Production Level II Certificate
This two-class interactive lab format teaches you how to use basic radio production equipment and how to do simulated broadcasts. Study different types of programming and formats like news and sports and create an audition tape.
| Row Groupings | Certificate Requirements: | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| required | RTV 1201 - Radio Programming and Production Lab IFocuses on the use of basic radio station equipment, programming and formats. Includes simulated broadcasting using production studio facilities. Course is not repeatable for credit. Course Prerequisites
RTV 1001 with a grade of "C" or better |
3 |
| required | RTV 2201 - Radio Programming and Production Lab IICovers the operation of technical equipment of a radio broadcasting studio with emphasis on news, special news features, commercials, audition tapes, sports, and weather. Course is not repeatable for credit. Course Prerequisites
RTV 2001 with a grade of "C" or better |
3 |
| Total Credits for Certificate | 6 | |
|---|---|---|