COM 5540 - Digital Media and Information Technology

Innovation can also be described as the “power to redefine an industry.” From Direct Broadcast Satellites to fiber optic delivery and smart homes, this course will examine a number of media and information technologies that have transformed the business of communication. It is intended for the student and working professional who requires an applied understanding of the design characteristics and performance features of several important communication technologies including satellite communications and television broadcasting, fiber optic delivery and smart homes, the Internet and E-commerce, smart phones and wireless communication, and intelligent networking and virtual reality.

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

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to communication majors at the upper class level as well as graduate students.

Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.