COM 5410 - Telecommunications Law and Policy

This course provides an overview of the essential regulatory and policy issues governing the fields of media and telecommunications. Special attention is given to such topics as First Amendment, libel, intellectual property, media ownership and privacy. A case study approach is used for the purpose of understanding legal precedent.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: (COM 1000 or COM 2000 or BUS 2700) and COM 2400; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites; and approval of advisor and/or instructor.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to the following: majors in Communication Studies, Organizational Communication, Public Relations, Telecommunications and Information Management; minor in Communication; and associated pre-programs.

Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.