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Santa Barbara City College

Mass Media and Society

Santa Barbara City College via California Community Colleges System

Overview

Exploration of the history, effects and role of the mass media in the U.S. Major forms of mass communication are studied. Study focuses on critical analysis of media messages, effects of media on the individual and society, and theories of communication. Students move beyond being "consumers" of media to "analysts" of media.Hours: 54 (54 lecture)Transfer Information: C-ID (JOUR 100.), CSUGE Area D7, IGETC Area 4C, CSU Transferable, UC TransferableSBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area BGrading Options: Pass/No Pass or Standard Letter

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