FILM STUDIES

FILM 61 
3 rec 3 cr 
Introduction to Film 
This course provides the student with an appreciation of the film experience. Particular attention is given to important techniques, theories, and genres that influenced the development of the medium. Concepts are illustrated through the weekly viewing of classic American and International films.
Prerequisites: ENG 1 and RDL 1, if required. 
Co-requisite: ENG 2 or ENG 10 or RDL 2, if required.  
Flexible Core - Creative Expression

FILM 91 
3 rec 3 cr 
World Cinema 
Study of documentary and narrative motion pictures and their role in the world. Development of the film as an art form and as a major source of influence upon and reflection of society.
Prerequisite: ENG 1 or RDL 1, if required 
Co-requisite: ENG 2 or ENG 10 or RDL 2, if required 
Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues

MEDIA AND DIGITAL FILM PRODUCTION

MEDP 10 
3 rec 3 cr
Introduction to Media and Digital Film Production 
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of digital video production while providing the context for a career including industry trends, technology tools, and production requirements.
Prerequisites: ENG 1 and RDL 1 
Co-requisite: ENG 2 or RDL 2

MEDP 12 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Studio Production 
Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of an HD digital television studio, including camera operation, switching and other control systems, lighting, and in-camera editing. Students will manage, operate and work in the customary roles in a digital television production studio.
Prerequisites: MEDP 10

MEDP 14 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Animation and VFX 
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of 2D & 3D animation for film, television, and the web. Students learn to model and texture objects; compose and light scenes; and logo, title, and character animation.
Prerequisites: MEDP 10

MEDP 18 
3 rec 3 cr
Introduction to Visual Storytelling 
Students will learn how to create effective scripts and storyboards for film, television, internet, and mobile applications.
Prerequisites: ENG 1 and RDL 1, if required. 
Co-requisite: ENG 2 or ENG 10 or RDL 2, if required. 

MEDP 23 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Video Field Production 
Students will be introduced to the basic principles of digital field production such as single-camera set up, audio techniques, lighting for interviews and in-camera editing.
Prerequisite: MEDP 10

MEDP 31 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Audio Production and Post Production 
This course introduces students to basic theories and techniques of digital audio production (microphones, on location recording) and audio post-production (nonlinear digital editing and mixing with ProTools.)
Prerequisites: MEDP 10

MEDP 33 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Video Editing I 
This course introduces students to the basics of post-production digital video editing for multimedia, video and web capabilities using the non-linear editing system Final Cut Pro.
Co-requisite: MEDP 12

MEDP 35 
3 rec 3 cr
Digital Video Editing II 
This course provides students with advanced theoretical and practical post-production digital video editing experience working with the nonlinear editing system AVID.
Prerequisites: MEDP 33

MEDP 36 
3 rec 3 cr
Media and Digital Film Projects 
Production of a short, synchronized-sound media project from development and preproduction through principal photography and editing. This course requires departmental approval, which will be based on student completion of 45 curriculum credits including in-progress credits.
Prerequisite: MEPD 18 and MEDP 23 and departmental permission

MEDP 51 
3 rec 3 cr
Media and Digital Film Internship 
The Media and Digital Film Internship is designed to give students on the job experience and a chance to network with professionals involved in Digital Media: television, film, web, gaming, public access, governmental agency or corporate. The Media and Digital Film Internship introduces students to the application of skills obtained in the program and prepares students for the professional expectations of the field. Note: The internship requires a commitment of 90 hours. Students are required to submit a resume one semester prior to the internship.
Prerequisites: Minimum of 45 curriculum credits, including MEDP 33, a completed resume, and departmental permission

MEDP 53 
3 rec 3 cr
Media Projects Lab 
Students utilize knowledge and skills accumulated in the prerequisites to produce a meaningful, complete media project in one or a combination of principle media formats studied in the curriculum, including scripting, storyboarding and standard production processes. Completed project should be suitable for display in a job portfolio. All production materials are to be paid by the students.
Explanation: Some students go on to a four-year college that requires a production reel. MEDP cv 53, Media Projects Lab, will enable students, under the guidance of professionals, to create either a reel or film/video suitable for use as a portfolio.