Film and Digital Media

FILM136B History of Television

Survey of the historical development of broadcast television from its origins to the present day phenomena of cable, satellite, and electronic networks. Examination of major genres, forms, and modes of production and consumption within cultural, social, and economic contexts. Offered every other year, alternating with course 136A. Students are billed a course materials fee.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): FILM 20B.

Credits

5

General Education Code

IM

Quarter offered

Spring

Instructor

Rick Prelinger