MEDIA Media Technology

MEDIA-505 Photo Processes (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Advanced monochromatic photography: aesthetics, advanced theory, view-camera techniques, studio lighting, materials and equipment selection, sheet-film processing, specialized processes and techniques. $

MEDIA-511 Advertising and Public Relations Photography (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
A survey of advertising and public relations photography trends and practices. The relationship between photography, typography and design, image capture, manipulation, file management, workflow, output, as well as identifying and meeting client needs and expectations are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

MEDIA-530 Video Production (3 cr.)
Fall and Summer
A survey of digital audio and video production fundamentals with emphasis on workflow, digital capture, editing and manipulation and delivery alternatives.

MEDIA-535 Film-History and Appreciation (3 cr.)
Fall
Evolution of motion picture film as medium of mass communication and aesthetic expression; contributions of noted film producers.

MEDIA-540 History of Photography  (3 cr.)

Spring

A survey of the scientific and aesthetic development of photography from its beginnings to the recent practices of photographic technologies in the context of post-modernity. This course will examine the diversity of styles, techniques, methods, and ideologies of selected photographers focusing on their contributions and influences in advertising, art, fashion, communication technology and pop culture.

MEDIA-560 Introduction To Media in Education and Training (2 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Use of media in education and training. Includes the production of media and instructional materials in print, video, computer-bases and multimedia formats.

MEDIA-565 Integrated Software Applications For Instruction (3 cr.)
Spring and Summer
Software applications for the professional and personal use of instructors. The effective use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, communication and other appropriate software applications with emphasis on curricular integration and professional standards.

MEDIA-566 Integrated Media Applications For Instruction (3 cr.)
Prepares instructors to use various media in the learning environment. Emphasis on proper curriculum integration based on sound curriculum design principles and professional standards. Instructor's consent required.
Prerequisites: take MEDIA-565.

MEDIA-570 Computer-Assisted Interactive Video (3 cr.)
Summer
Design, production and evaluation of interactive video applications. Analysis of various hardware and software systems. Instructor's consent required.

MEDIA-575 Web Production and Distribution   (3 cr.)

Fall, Spring and Summer

Production and distribution of content to the World Wide Web (WWW). Consideration given to importance, types and purposes, advantages and disadvantages, production and distribution workflow, planning, use of various media elements and technologies for web production and distribution.

MEDIA-600 Workshop (1-3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Special topics in media technology providing hands-on or experiential learning activities. Specific content and title to reflect the topic of the workshop. R

MEDIA-611 Photojournalism and Documentary Photography (3 cr.)

Fall

A survey of photojournalism and documentary trends and practices for editorial publication. The importance of the still photograph as a conveyor of information and influence on public opinion is emphasized. Ethical and moral considerations, freedom of press and the public's right to know are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

MEDIA-612 Nature Photography (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Fundamentals of conventional and digital photography, camera techniques, composition, aesthetics, exposure, and light in relation to animals, plants, water, weather and landscapes. Emphasis on appropriate photographic equipment and field techniques for nature photography. Student must provide an adjustable camera. $

MEDIA-630 Video/Cinema Practicum (3 cr.)
Spring
Cross discipline teams explore selected topic(s) through the completion of professional level video/cinema project(s), from concept to distribution digital media.

Prerequisites: take MEDIA-530.

MEDIA-640 Telecommunication Systems and Teleconferencing (2 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Interactive teleconferencing techniques. Applications, effective utilization and cost-effectiveness of information distribution systems, including telephone, television, teletext, videotext, viewdata, cable TV, slow-scan TV, and computers. Survey of transmission systems, including telephone lines, satellites, coaxial cable, microwave and fiber optics.

MEDIA-641 Fashion and Glamour Photography (3 cr.)

Spring

A survey of fashion and glamour photography trends and practices for advertising and editorial publication. Emphasis is placed on studio and location lighting, working with models, hair and make-up artists as wells as wardrobe and prop stylists. The importance of concept and design in creating effective images is stressed.

MEDIA-651 Product Photography (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Photography of natural and manufactured products for illustration, documentation, catalog and aesthetic purposes. Studio and field shooting, lighting for various product characteristics and locations, markets and market requirements, photographer-client relations, legal issues. 35mm single lens reflex, medium format, view or adjustable digital (3 megapixel minimum) camera required.

MEDIA-695 Professional Portfolio Development (3 cr.)

Spring
Capstone experience for the Applied Photography minor. Students fine tune their direction and concentrate on the area they intend to specialize in their professional career. Students design and produce a portfolio to be evaluated by representative professionals. Standards of professional practice are emphasized.

MEDIA-710 Learning Technologies (3 cr.)
Overview and selection criteria of instructor-led, computer-based, and distance learning systems for delivering content to trainees in the workplace. Includes the development of training materials in a variety of formats. Instructor's consent required. Computer literacy required.
Prerequisites: take MEDIA-560.