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Roy H. Park School of Communications
Cinema and Photography
Introduction to Film Aesthetics and Analysis
222-10100-21
An analysis of the cinematic techniques utilized throughout film
history to create meaning, suggest mood, develop psychology of characters,
and communicate ideas. Emphasis is on classic American and foreign
films, from the silent period to the present day. 3 credits.
Cinema Production I
222-11100-11/21
Study of film production techniques. Theoretical knowledge and practical
skills are extended through detailed study of film editing, film
stock, lighting, sound techniques, and film processing. Experimentation
and practical application in the laboratory. Each student writes,
produces, and edits one short film and one longer creative sound
film. Prerequisite for nonmajors: sophomore standing. (Students will
need to spend approximately $250 for supplies.) 4 credits.
Introduction to Photography
222-14100-21
Introduction to photography, photographic processes, and aesthetics.
Fundamentals of the art as well as film processing, enlargement,
printing, camera handling, exposure, lighting, and composition. Students
should bring a 35 mm SLR manual camera. (Students will need to spend
approximately $200 for supplies.) 4 credits.
Practicum in Film Festivals
222-20000-11
An opportunity to mix theory and practice. Students
volunteer for at least five hours a week during the 10-week session
for a media
arts organization that offers public exhibitions in their communities
(e.g., a film festival, an art cinema, a museum with curated programming,
a public library with a film series). Every week they must file online,
for the entire class to read, reports of their activities and analysis
of the organization. Students also read books that provide historical,
economic, theoretical, curatorial, and aesthetic background to exhibition
practices both in the United States and internationally. Online discussions
will integrate the theoretical/historical reading with the practical
experience of working with a media arts organization. Students must
coordinate their volunteer work themselves, and each must sign a
contract between the organization, the professor, and him- or herself
that outlines duties and time allotted. This is an online course.
See "Summer Study Online" for
computer requirements. Address inquiries to the instructor,
Patty Zimmermann, 607-274-3431.
3 credits.
Organizational Communication, Learning, and Design --- Graduate
Selected Topics: Creating Impact --- Change
Leadership in OCL&D
223-51100-11
Examination of trends and issues impacting organizational
communications and learning as a support function in organizations.
Topics include
how to create alignment with an organization's strategy, how to increase
influence with senior management, structuring the functions of organizational
communication, learning, and design (OCL&D) as a "corporate university" or "learning
community," the role OCL&D plays in planned change initiatives,
and how to demonstrate return on investment. The course will also
consider how knowledge management may transform OCL&D. 3 credits.
Presentation Media
223-54000-21
An introduction to the design, production, and utilization of media
employed in informational and promotional presentations in organizations.
Students use both digital and 35 mm cameras, image-manipulation and
sound-editing software, and scanning technologies to design posters,
create desktop presentations, and integrate media programs into stand-up
oral presentations. Special attention is paid to the study of basic
graphic design principles, visual literacy research, presentation
methods, and production techniques, including those used to design
and produce slides, websites, and trade slide shows. Elective. 3
credits.
Contemporary Issues: Online Collaboration and Learning
223-54100-21
Examination of current and emerging designs and
applications for online synchronous and asynchronous work and learning
such as groupware,
Web-based training, Intranets, and virtual conferences and classrooms.
Students engage in a series of predesigned online experiences and "tours," in
self-directed exploration of World Wide Web resources, and in online
conversation and mentoring with the professor and fellow learners.
They will compile a reflective journal, develop design specifications
for an actual online learning or collaboration application of their
choice, and write a paper synthesizing their experiences and relevant
research about "virtual" work and learning. Students should spend
approximately 50 hours doing online exploration, research, and development
of their projects. This is an online course. See "Summer
Study Online" for computer requirements. Address inquiries
to the instructor, Diane
Gayeski,
607-274-3912. 3 credits.
Internship (Graduate)
223-59000/59100-51
A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating institution
or corporation in the field of communications. Intended to provide
the intern with the opportunity for professional growth. No more
than 6 credits of internship and/or tutorial may be counted toward
the 36 required credits. Prerequisites: completion of 12 graduate
credits with a GPA of 3.00 or better and permission of the graduate
chair. Pass/fail only. 1 - 6 credits each, up to 6 credits total.
Tutorial (Graduate)
223-65000/65100-51
Individually designed independent program of study or project in
a specific area of communication research and/or practice. Prerequisites:
successful completion of at least 9 graduate credits and approval
of a written proposal by the tutorial mentor and the graduate chair.
No more than 6 credits of internship and/or tutorial may be counted
toward the 36 required credits. 1 - 6 credits each, up to 6 credits
total.
Seminar: Theory in Practice
223-68000-11
Capstone course in which students apply concepts and skills to solve
actual communication problems for clients. Includes study of project
management and consulting skills. Prerequisite: all other required
courses must be completed or in progress. 3 credits.
Thesis (Graduate)
223-69000/69100-51
Theoretical or applied research in organizational communications
or media, as advised. Permission of adviser and department faculty
required. 3 credits.
Organizational Communication, Learning, and Design --- Undergraduate
Workshop in Organizational Communication, Learning, and Design
225-41200-11/21
Individual assignments designed to provide advanced applied experiences
based on students' program and career goals. Specific projects may
involve production or communication analysis and design; they are
determined jointly by the student and the instructor and must have
departmental approval. Students may take a second semester of this
course with approval of the instructor. Prerequisite: junior standing.
1 - 6 credits. Total credits for 225-41200 and 225-49900 may not
exceed 6.
Internship in Organizational Communication, Learning, and Design
225-49000-51
A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating
institution or corporation in the field of communications. Intended
to motivate
the intern toward professional growth through observation and participation,
to provide an opportunity to meet active professionals, and to stimulate
career planning. Skill and academic knowledge put into practice.
May be repeated. Prerequisites: junior OCL&D majors or minors;
completion of the Park School internship procedures. 1 - 6 credits.
Total credits for internships, including London and Los Angeles internships,
may not exceed 12.
Independent Study in Organizational Communication, Learning, and
Design
225-49900-51
Intensive study under the supervision of a faculty
adviser. Possible topics include learning systems design and evaluation,
organizational
communication analysis and evaluation, and the adoption and evaluation
of new technologies such as multimedia or . Comprehensive research
paper (not project) is required. Prerequisite: junior or senior OCL&D
majors. 1 - 6 credits. May be repeated for a total of no more than
6 credits. Total credits for 225-49900 and 225-41200 may not exceed
6.
Television-Radio
Introduction to Media Production
221-10100-21/22
Applied, practical introduction to the fundamentals of audio and
video production. Covers theory, terminology, and techniques, with
an emphasis on learning the function and operation of equipment to
achieve basic broadcast production skills. 3 credits.
Introduction to Mass Media
221-12100-11/21
Survey of American mass media, with emphasis on the historical development,
structure, organization, function, and effects of mass media in society.
Discussion includes issues such as ethnic, racial, age, and sex-role
stereotyping; violence; children and the media; and economic control
and the role of governmental regulation. 3 credits.
Media Writing
221-13100-11/21
Exposes the student to a diverse selection of writing styles and
formats used in the mass media, introduces critical and analytical
media writing skills, and provides an opportunity to write in areas
such as journalism or advertising. 3 credits.
Television Field Production
221-20100-11
Introduction to scripting, lighting, camera work, continuity, editing,
logistics, and budgeting for video production on location. A survey
of various types of electronic field production. Students complete
and critique production exercises for technical and aesthetic aspects
of form and content. Prerequisites: 222-11000 or 221-10100; and 221-10200.
3 credits.
Public Relations
221-23200-11
Defines public relations functions and processes. Examines public
relations history, ethics, theories, tactics, specializations, and
career opportunities. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. 3 credits.
Writing for Public Relations
221-33200-11
Fundamentals of writing for public relations. Emphasis is on format
requirements of materials submitted to the media; writing for a client;
persuasion in writing; and clarity, flow, and other elements of proper
public relations writing style. Provides applications using news
release, feature, article, editorial, and financial report formats.
Prerequisite: 221-23200. 3 credits.
Audio Workshop
221-47100-11/21
Refinement of the student's abilities in audio theory, professional
digital audio equipment, critical listening, and the evaluation of
audio products. Each student records and edits an extensive audio
project outside class. Students may take a second semester of this
course with permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: 221-10100,
221-27100, and 221-37100. By permission only: Prior approval from
the instructor before the end of the spring semester is required.
3 credits. Total credits may not exceed 6.
Internship in Television and Radio
221-49000-51
A jointly supervised work experience with a cooperating institution
or corporation in the field of communications. Intended to motivate
the student toward professional growth through observation and participation,
to provide opportunities to meet active professionals, and to stimulate
career planning. Skill and academic knowledge put into practice.
May be repeated. Prerequisites: junior television-radio, journalism,
or media studies majors or minors, and completion of Park School
internship procedures. 1 - 6 credits. Total credits for internships,
including London and Los Angeles internships, may not exceed 12.
Video Workshop
221-49100-11/21
Advanced work and special projects in writing and producing on an
individual or small group basis. Programs may be developed for telecast
on ICTV or produced for Park Productions, a professional production
unit. Students may take a second semester of this course with permission
of the instructor. Prerequisites: 221-10100; 221-10200; 221-20100
or 221-20200; and approval of design statement. By permission only:
Prior approval from the instructor before the end of the spring semester
is required. 3 credits. Total credits may not exceed 6. |
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