MCA-189: Introduction to WHFR Radio

Catalog Info

Title when registering
Introduction to WHFR Radio
Credit Hours
1.00
Contact Hours Per Week
1 (for 15-week classes)
Pre-requisites
Eligible to take ENG 131 at HFC. As there is computer use in this class, knowledge of basic computer operations is necessary.
Course Description

This course offers an introduction to WHFR-FM, the college's non-commercial, educational broadcast and internet radio station. Students will learn essential station rules, operational procedures, and equipment usage, while developing foundational skills in broadcast writing and on-air announcing, including music, public service, promotional, and/or sports/news. Open to all students, this course is required for those interested in joining the WHFR staff and contributing to station operations and programming. Upon successful completion, students will be eligible to volunteer as WHFR staff members.

Office Contact
School of Liberal Arts: 313-845-9624, lainfo@hfcc.edu, Liberal Arts Building, Room: K-201 and F-138
Requirements are subject to change. The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2025 and applies to the current catalog year. If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the My Progress section of HFC Self Service.