BROADCAST ENGINEERING EMPHASIS
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Training the next generation
of broadcast engineers
Read more about the development and impact of this new emphasis.
Interested in this emphasis and haven’t seen the facilities?
Request a tour today. Facilities include our television broadcast studio, Master Control, 7.1 surround sound room, Foley stage, and WRST-FM radio station.
WHY BROADCAST ENGINEERING?
- In demand job opportunities
- In the middle of the action – not behind a desk
- Hands-on live sports and event productions
- Train with professional, industry equipment
- Develop skills in media, tech, and live events
- Access industry partners and national opportunities
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
- Digital and Analog system knowledge
- Basic Networking and IT
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Broadcast hardware and software
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting and communication
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Broadcast Radio Stations
- Broadcast Television Stations
- Live Event/Concert Venues
- Sports Teams and Venues
- Post Production Companies
- Government and Educational Entities
BROADCAST ENGINEERING EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS
TOTAL CREDITS: 43
Required RTF Core Courses
(17 credits)
RTF 114 Introduction to Media Aesthetics (3cr)
RTF 115 Understanding Media (3cr)
RTF 120 Introduction to Audio/Radio (3cr)
RTF 250 Introduction to Visual Media (3cr)
RTF 310 History of Cinema, Radio & TV (3cr)
Choose from one of the following:
RTF 325 TV Practicum (1cr)
RTF 326 Radio Practicum (1cr)
Capstone Requirement:
RTF 499 – Outgoing Career Prep (1cr)
Required Emphasis Courses
(20 credits)
EGRT 130 Basic Electrical Circuits I (4cr)
EGRT 131 Basic Electrical Circuits II (4cr)
INFO SYS 311 Essentials of Info Systems (3cr)
INFO SYS 316 Network and Data Communications (3cr)
RTF 400 Internship in Broadcast Engineering (3cr)
RTF 421 Live Remote Production (3cr)
Electives
(6 credits)
COMP SYS 142 Intro to Computer Science I (3cr)
INFO SYS 201 Intro to Business Application Development (3cr)
INFO SYS 301 Python for Data Analytics (3cr)
EGRT 232 Semiconductor Devices (3cr)
EGRT 333 Linear Circuits (calc II prereq) (3cr)
MUS 214 Audio III Recording Studio Procedures (2cr)
MUS 414 Electronic Care & Repair (1cr)
Must Complete One of the Following:
Sports Media Certificate (15 credits)
Digital Content Creation Certificate (12 credits)
Film & TV Production Certificate (13 credits)
Engineering Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
On Campus Job Opportunities
Students pursuing the broadcast engineering emphasis can expand their skill set in various on campus capacities. Consider applying to RTF to be a Equipment Attendant or Broadcast Engineering Assistant. Titan TV and WRST also provide paid opportunities for students to expand their broadcasting experiences.
Nationwide Opportunities
NAB Technology Apprenticeship Program
The application window is open now. This is a national program designed to give students technical training and hands-on experience in broadcast engineering and media technology.
NextGen TV Fellowship (through NAB PILOT)
Students explore ATSC 3.0 technologies, develop prototype NextGen TV products, get access to industry leaders, and attend events like NAB Show in Vegas and an orientation in Washington, DC (travel covered).
To set up an appointment to discuss the opportunities in Radio TV Film, contact us at rtf@uwosh.edu or (920) 424-3131.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN OSHKOSH
Radio TV Film Department
(920) 424-3131
rtf@uwosh.edu
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