300
Examination of Black and African American representation in film from the silent era to modern depictions, and of films by Black and African American filmmakers. Prerequisite: 26 credit hours completed.
Credits
3(3-0)
Analysis of American and International media to identify assumptions about global citizenship and how global citizenship relates to issues such as race/ethnicity and identity. Identical to COM 309. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of Study Abroad. Prerequisites: A minimum of 12 completed credit hours. Recommended: A minimum of 56 completed credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
A study of current and emerging industry-related media technologies with emphasis on practical application and solutions. Prerequisite: 26 credit hours completed.
Credits
3(3-0)
Practice in pervasive short forms of audio and video writing: commercials, continuity, public service announcements, and campaign evolution. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Freshman Composition Writing Competency requirement.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study and practice in audio and video nonfiction performance techniques such as storytelling, commercials, podcasting, news, and live streaming for various media formats. Prerequisite: 26 completed credit hours.
Credits
3(2-2)
Techniques and principles of writing news copy for production and performance . Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Freshman Composition Writing Competency requirement.
Credits
3(3-0)
Consideration of subjects not listed in the regular department offerings. Repeatable when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Maximum credit, nine hours.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Directed experience in media arts. A maximum of 4 hours can count toward a Media Arts major. A maximum of 2 hours can count toward a Media Arts minor. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.25 GPA; permission of instructor.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Examination of the concepts and tools for creating content across platforms. Topics include writing for the web, data infographics, social media, influencers, and streaming practices. Prerequisite: 26 completed credit hours.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
26 completed credit hours.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to non-linear video editing using various styles, theories, and practices to understand how visual stories are constructed and refined in the editing room. Prerequisites: MCA 223.
Credits
3(2-2)
Study and practice of field audio recording and documentary production techniques for audio media application and distribution. Prerequisites: MCA 222 with a C or better.
Credits
3(2-2)
Critical analysis of films written, directed and produced by women, evaluated from a variety of theoretical viewpoints; emphasis on the underrepresentation of women. Identical to WGS 350. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(2-2)
Introduction to the history, aesthetics and political/cultural importance of queer cinema. Focus on the New Queer Cinema movement. Identical to WGS 351. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)
Credits
3(2-2)
Cross Listed Courses
WGS 351
Career-building strategies for obtaining entry-level positions, and techniques for successful career progressions in media-related fields. Typically taken in the junior year. Prerequisite: MCA 210 with a C or better and a minimum of 56 credit hours completed .
Credits
1(1-0)