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MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1011 Introduction to Motion Pictures and Television 3 credit hours Hands-on introduction to motion pictures and television, emphasizing basic pre-production, production and post-production in animation, audio, television commercials and digital film shorts. Cameras, microphones and basic non-linear editing systems are used. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1020 Editing for Motion Pictures and Television 3 credit hours Introduction to picture and sound editing for motion pictures and television. Explores editing aesthetics, theory and techniques using a non-linear editing system. Emphasis on creation and critique of pieces for in-class use. Material for editing is provided. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1022 Audio for Motion Pictures and Television 3 credit hours Introduction to audio production and post-production for motion pictures and television. Explores audio aesthetics, theory and techniques. Includes field and studio recording, multi-track mixing and audio editing. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1011 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1111 Film/Video Production Aesthetics 2 credit hours An introduction to film and video as an art form, including a study of the aesthetic and production elements of the medium. Emphasizes the use of visual and audio designs in cinematic storytelling. Screenings, lectures and production projects are used. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1113 Film/Video Production History 2 credit hours An international survey of the historical development of film, emphasizing a study of films and innovations in film production that have had significant influence on film as an art form. Screenings, lectures, discussions and production projects are used. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1120 Cinematography 3 credit hours An introduction to camera and lighting techniques used in film and video productions. Emphasizes aesthetics, light placement, exposure, equipment, movement and crew roles. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1111 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1122 Screenwriting for Short Film Production 3 credit hours An introduction to screenwriting for motion pictures, using the short film. Explores concepts and techniques relevant to screenwriting for features or shorts, including three-act structure, characters, dialogue, action and format. Screenwriting software are used. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1111 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1220 Introduction to Television Production 3 credit hours Introduction to multi-camera studio production and location video recording. Explores directing, techniques, operation of studio and control room, conceptualization, basic script writing, audio board operations and lighting in a studio setting. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1311 Introduction to Animation 3 credit hours An introduction to the animated story and character creation using traditional techniques of character animation. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1313 History of Animation 3 credit hours Study the animated film from its origins through current times focusing on animation firsts, experimental animations, short subject, propaganda and features. The student explores animation as an art form and a means of self expression. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1320 Two-Dimensional Animation II 3 credit hours A continued exploration of two-dimensional computer animation, allowing for completion of more complex animation projects and incorporation of interactive elements. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1311 or equivalent or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1324 Motion Graphics and Special Effects I 3 credit hours Explores basic and intermediate aspects of compositing, animating and creating special effects and motion graphics with compositing software. The student learns to add effects or enhance the look of existing footage or create entire animations from inception. Practical application and use of compositing software in the commercial world. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1800 Experiential Special Topics 1 to 3 credit hours Experiential courses in the discipline cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses and other courses in the catalog for the discipline. These courses require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in the discipline. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less than 30% but not to exceed 70%. This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning, and/or the practical application of the discipline concepts, theories, principles, and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation, logistics, etc.) May be taken three times for credit as long as different titles are chosen. (3 lecture hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1820 Selected Topics 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1822 Selected Topics 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1823 Selected Topics IV 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 1840 Independent Study – Individualized 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 to 4 lecture hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2031 Pre-Production for Motion Picture and Television 3 credit hours An introduction to the duties of the motion picture or television producer in commercials, news, documentaries or narrative films. The pre-production process is emphasized, including the areas of problem solving, prioritization, team building, budgeting and scheduling. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1011 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2131 Film/Video Production 3 credit hours An intermediate study in film and video production, integrating basic skills in screenwriting, producing and directing with further work in cinematography, sound and editing. Includes pre-production, production and post-production on short digital film or video projects for portfolio or festival use. Prerequisites: Motion Picture/Television 1020, 1120 and 1122 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2133 Directing for Film/Video 3 credit hours An introduction to concepts and techniques used in directing narrative motion pictures. Emphasizes script analysis, pre-visualization, casting, working with actors and working with crew. Prerequisites: Motion Picture/Television 1020, 1120 and 1122 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2140 Advanced Film/Video Production 3 credit hours An advanced workshop in film and video production, emphasizing further work in producing and directing. Includes pre-production and production on one longer digital film or video project for portfolio or festival use. Prerequisites: Motion Picture/Television 2031, 2131 and 2133 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2231 Photojournalism for Television 3 credit hours The study and practice of techniques employed in shooting and editing television news. Emphasis is placed on proper field shooting techniques and news story editing. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1011 or 1020, or equivalents or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2233 Documentary Production 3 credit hours Students are introduced to documentary filmmaking, emphasizing the technical and aesthetic aspects of documentary production. Production projects are geared toward the development of technical proficiency in small-format documentary pre-production, production and post-production. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1020 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2240 Advanced Television Production 3 credit hours An advanced production course that emphasizes producing and directing techniques for television news. This class builds television production skills, introduces the fundamentals of advanced script writing, and offers more in-depth, hands-on experiences with various television equipment. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 2231 or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2331 3-D Animation I 3 credit hours An introduction to three-dimensional computer animation, including creating and modifying simple models, lights and camera placement, creating materials, and rendering. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2333 Motion Graphics and Special Effects II 3 credit hours Explores intermediate and advanced aspects of compositing, animating and creating special effects and motion graphics with compositing software. The student learns to add effects or enhance the look of existing footage or create entire animations from inception. Practical application and use of compositing software in the commercial world. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 1324 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2335 Sound and Lighting for Animation 3 credit hours Covers animation basics, project planning for animation, lighting, and sound for animation. Students create a stop-motion animation that will demonstrate proficiency in these areas. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2340 Three-Dimensional Animation II 3 credit hours Advanced concepts in three-dimensional computer animation, allowing students to complete a portfolio-level animated project. Prerequisite: Motion Picture/Television 2331 or equivalent or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2342 Animation Portfolio 3 credit hours Capstone course of the animation program assesses student competencies through problem-solving activities of the animation industry. Students focus on skill reinforcement and portfolio development. Prerequisites: Advertising, Design & Illustration 2211, Art 2201, Motion Picture/Television 1311 and 1313, all with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2820 Advanced Selected Topics 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2822 Advanced Selected Topics 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least one course in the discipline or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

MOTION PICTURE/TELEVISION 2823 Advanced Selected Topics IV 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least one course in the discipline or consent of the instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (6 lab hours)

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