Telecommunications Law and Policy

Catalog description

The domestic and international regulatory framework of telecommunications including telephone, broad casting, cable and private radio is discussed. Historical, economic and legal aspects of telecommunications regulation will be included. First Amendment rights, privacy, copyright, antitrust, contract and product liability, and developing areas such as satellite communications networks and integrated services digital networks (ISDN) are presented. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: TELE 110 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3