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Media Communications Course Descriptions
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MDC 102
Introduction to Media Communications
3 credits
Offered upon request
Survey of theory, nature, function, and impact of current communication
technologies. Includes a review and evaluation of various media and auxiliary
industries, such as journalism, radio, television, film, recordings, advertising,
and public relations. Covers laws and regulations, ethics, and politics related
to media communications.
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MDC 112
Scriptwriting
2 credits
Offered upon request
Writing scripts for teleproductions and other media projects. Students
will explore dramatic writing and creating the story for the screen.
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MDC 150
Video Production
3 credits
Offered upon request
An overview of the principles and beginning techniques of video production.
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MDC 180
Video Editing I
3 credits
Offered upon request
Course work covers current techniques in linear and non-linear video editing.
Students will become familiar with use of on-camera, camera-to-camera/VCR, and
computer based editing concepts common to the video editing industry. Students
will do research comparisons on equipment and software available for video editing.
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MDC 210
Introduction to Computer Animation
2 credits
Offered upon request
Students are introduced to the world of computer animation. Students will
learn how to create objects, texture, and animations using one of the industry
leading animation programs (Alias/Wavefront – MAYA). Students will explore
various types of special effects and particle emitters. Completed projects
will be transferred to CD-R, DVD-R, or video tape.
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