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MPE 1361. Digital Imaqing. This course will introduce students to the technology and professional practices of digital imaging. Students will learn technical skills and design principles involved in the creation, manipulation, and optimization of raster and vector graphics. Special emphasis will be placed on preparing graphics for use in video production. One credit.
MPE/GDS 3361. Motion Graphics. This course focuses on the theory and practice of motion graphic design. Students will learn to create effective, efficient, and dynamic motion graphics for use in motion pictures, broadcast media and the web. Class time will be divided between screenings, discussions, exercises and lab time. Prerequisites: COM 1113, MPE 1361, or ART 2050. Four credits.
MPE 2011. Multi-Camera Production. Students will expand upon the technical skills learned in COM 2001 to create multi-camera productions. Students will learn how to operate equipment that is unique to studio and multicamera production. Students will learn explore producing and directing strategies for multi-camera programs and events. Students will produce, write, shoot, and edit studio and remote multi-camera assignments. Prerequisite: COM 2001. Co-requisite: MPE 2012. Four credits.
MPE 3551. Program Production for Organizations. Students learn to write and produce projects that support the needs of for profit and non-profit organizations using the latest in digital video and audio technology. The coursework focuses on the development of effective craft and message design skills necessary in producing corporate image videos, press conferences, video news releases and promotional messages for external and internal publics. Prerequisites: MPE 2011, STC 2225, and POP 3311. Four credits.
MPE 2012. Real-Time Graphics Lab. This lab section, which runs concurrently with MPE 2011 (Multi-Camera Production), introduces students to the Ross Xpression real-time motion graphics generation system that they will use in the TV studio. Students will learn to create basic graphics and animations to be used in live productions. Graded pass/fail. One credit.
MPE 4361. Motion Graphics II. This course focuses on the theory and practice of advanced motion graphics design. Students will build on the skills learned in MPE/GDS 3361 (Motion Graphics) to create increasingly sophisticated and technically complex motion graphics for use in motion pictures, broadcast media and the web. Prerequisite: MPE/ GDS 3361. Four credits.
MPE 2221. Audio Production. A study of the principles and techniques of audio production. Practice in creating original programs. Lab time required. Four credits.
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MPE 2881, 3881, 4881. Special Topics. May be repeated. Variable credit.
03( 6HQLRU 3URGXFWLRQ ([SHULHQFH The Senior Production Experience allows students to further their knowledge and enhance their skills in video production by participating in the production of longer-form or serial projects. Students work under the supervision and guidance of the instructor. The conduct of the course is designed to help students increase their skills in manners not covered in other production classes. Prerequisites: POP 3311 or COM 3321 or COM 3331 or COM 3341, or permission of the instructor. Four credits.
MPE 3001. Post-Production Workshop. This course allows students to explore advanced techniques in postproduction editing. Emphasis will be placed on story structure, sound design, editing effects/compositing, and color correction. Two credits. MPE 3002. Cinematography and Lighting Workshop. This course will expose students to cinema-style, single camera production. Students will work with cinema-caliber cameras, lenses, and accessories. Emphasis will be on placed on how to achieve creative control of camera and lighting to achieve feature film quality imagery. Two credits. MPE 3003. Directing Workshop. This course will explore the role of the director as the visual architect of a production. Students will delve into directing responsibilities through the different stages of production. The course will include such topics as working with actors, talent and camera blocking, and script analysis. Two credits.
MPE 4500. Media Entrepreneurship. This course introduces students to the extent and rigor of both qualitative and quantitative assessments required by communication practitioners considering development of their own communication business. Emphasis will be placed on developing and evaluating the viability of a business concept selected by the student and producing a valid business plan. Prerequisite: MTH 1110 or higher and COM 1110. Four credits.