{
  "college": "rio-hondo-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "RDIO",
  "name": "Radio",
  "sourceUrl": "https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22181/25453/24502",
  "courses": [
    {
      "code": "RDIO 104",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "104",
      "title": "Radio Broadcasting",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 Lecture",
      "advisory": "It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able read college-level texts.",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This course introduces students to the field of broadcasting and related electronic media, with emphasis placed on the history, development, and current status of broadcasting and related industries. Students explore the broadcasting industry and develop \"on-air\" skills for a variety of radio formats, and upon completion, demonstrate knowledge of the regulations, organizational structures, revenue sources, historical development, and ongoing operation of broadcasting and related industries.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/rdio/#rdio-104",
          "subject": "RDIO"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 105",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "105",
      "title": "Introduction to Radio News Writing",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 Lecture",
      "advisory": "It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "This course is designed to teach students how to write news for radio. Students learn to use proper industry templates for writing dialogue, public service announcements, live broadcasts, and other radio segments. The course also covers radio terminology with a focus on the theories and practices of radio broadcast newsgathering, writing, and on-air talent delivery.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 119",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "119",
      "title": "Sports Radio Broadcasting",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "36 Lecture, 54 Lab",
      "advisory": "It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "In this course, students broadcast local and Río Hondo College-related sports for radio on the website of the El Paisano student newspaper website. Broadcasted sports may include baseball, soccer, basketball, water polo, tennis, volleyball, or other sports played during the semester. Students also broadcast play-by-play and interview athletes and coaches.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 122",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "122",
      "title": "Introduction to Radio Announcing",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 Lecture",
      "advisory": "It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "In this course, students are introduced to narrating, dubbing, and announcement work used in the radio industry. The course includes the development and use of radio terminology and an in-depth study of microphone techniques.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 136",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "136",
      "title": "Radio Production",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "36 Lecture, 108 Lab",
      "advisory": "It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This introductory-level course focuses on the theory and application of audio production techniques for radio broadcasting. Students learn about audio equipment for both live and pre-recorded (i.e., live-to-tape) broadcasting, broadcast writing, radio program formats, announcing skills, how to use recording equipment, mixers, and digital audio production.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "summer-2026",
          "name": "Summer 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/summer-2026/rdio/#rdio-136",
          "subject": "RDIO"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 236",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "236",
      "title": "Advanced Radio Production",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "36 Lecture, 108 Lab",
      "prerequisite": "RDIO 136",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "This course is an opportunity for advanced study for students who want to learn production and management techniques used in radio broadcasting. Students are shown proper announcing and on-air presentation techniques through lecture, demonstration, and taped examples. Students will have an opportunity to air their programs on a variety of streaming services.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 290",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "290",
      "title": "Work Experience Education/ Internship for Radio-Related Fields",
      "units": "1-4",
      "hours": "3 Lecture, 54-216 Lab",
      "prerequisite": "RDIO 104",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor. Training is informed by learning objectives. Students work in a skilled or professional-level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and meet performance objectives related to instruction that are above and beyond the conditions of regular employment. This course is intended for students whose job is related to the field of radio and have completed or enrolled in the appropriate coursework. The course may be taken once and repeated for a maximum of 16 units. Contact the Work Experience Education Office regarding re-enrollment procedures.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "RDIO 299",
      "subject": "RDIO",
      "number": "299",
      "title": "Directed Study: Radio",
      "units": "1-3",
      "hours": "54-162 Lab",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "Independent Study/Directed Study is intended for students who have the ability to assume responsibility for independent work and to prepare written or oral reports and/or appropriate projects. To enroll in an independent study/directed study course, students must possess a 2.5 overall grade point average, a 3.0 grade point average in the discipline of study being requested, or receive an exception from the instructor. Independent Studies/Directed Studies may be developed from any topic arising from or related to a course of study that will result in developing depth and breadth in that subject area. Students will be expected to meet on a regular basis with their faculty sponsor and submit a final report or project, and student progress shall be evaluated at regular intervals. Academic standards for Independent Studies/Directed Studies shall be the same as those for other courses. Units are awarded in accordance to Title V regulations with one unit of credit awarded for 54 hours of Directed Studies, six (6) hours of which must be with an instructor. The instructor is responsible for monitoring student progress through the semester. Students may take directed study courses for a maximum of three (3) units within a discipline, and may not accumulate more than a total of nine (9) units college wide.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    }
  ]
}