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MSU Catalog
MTA
Media & Theatre Arts
The School of Film and Photography
(406) 994-2484
MTA 101IA FILM IN AMERICA
MTA 102 AESTHETICS OF FILM PRODUCTION
MTA 103RA UNDERSTANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 104IH THEATRE AND MASS MEDIA
MTA 106 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 109 INVESTIGATIONS INTO PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 110IA ACTING FOR NON-MAJORS
MTA 112IA EXPLORING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 218D INTERNATIONAL FILM & TELEVISION
MTA 222 LIGHTING TECHNIQUE AND DESIGN
MTA 232 ACTING I
MTA 233 BASIC PRODUCTION OPERATIONS AND TECHNIQUES
MTA 251 WRITING
MTA 252 EDITING
MTA 253 DIRECTING
MTA 254 SOUND
MTA 255 CINEMATOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY
MTA 260 INTRODUCTION TO COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 261 PRODUCTION DESIGN
MTA 263 STAGE MAKEUP AND COSTUME DESIGN THEORY
MTA 264 VIEW CAMERA
MTA 280 SPECIAL TOPICS
MTA 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
MTA 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
MTA 303 EARLY HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 304 RECENT HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 313 ADVANCED SCRIPTWRITING
MTA 318 WORLD CINEMA
MTA 319 ALTERNATIVE PROCESSES
MTA 333 ADVANCED PRODUCTION OPERATIONS AND TECHNIQUES
MTA 341 PORTRAITURE
MTA 342 ADVANCED LIGHTING PRACTICES
MTA 343 NON-FICTION PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 344 EXPERIMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 347 INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECTS I
MTA 348 INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECTS II
MTA 360 ADVANCED COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 361 PHOTOGRAPHY: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
MTA 370 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
MTA 371 JUNIOR PRODUCTION PROCESS: NONFICTION
MTA 372 JUNIOR PRODUCTION PROCESS: FICTION
MTA 374 JUNIOR PRODUCTION PROCESS: STAGE
MTA 377D WHITENESS AND MASCULINITY IN CINEMA
MTA 379 FILM CRITICISM
MTA 400 PRODUCTION SEMINAR
MTA 401 STUDIES SEMINAR
MTA 444 PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVES-L.A. FIELD TRIP
MTA 469 FILM AND DOCUMENTARY THEORY
MTA 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY
MTA 472 MOTION PICTURE/TV/VIDEO/THEATRE SENIOR PRODUCTION
MTA 473 PHOTOGRAPHY SENIOR PRODUCTION
MTA 474 INDEPENDENT MOTION PICTURE/TV/VIDEO/THEATRE SENIOR PRODUCTION
MTA 475 INDEPENDENT PHOTOGRAPHY SENIOR PRODUCTION
MTA 476 CAREER INTERNSHIP
MTA 480 SPECIAL TOPICS
MTA 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUTION
MTA 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
MTA 504 FILM AND DOCUMENTARY THEORY
MTA 505 CRITICAL APPROACHES TO NATURAL HISTORY FILMMAKING
MTA 506 CRITICAL APPROACHES TO SCIENCE FILMMAKING
MTA 507 FORM AND THE THEORY OF THE IMAGE
MTA 511 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE II
MTA 512 PRODUCTION METHODS & STUDIES I
MTA 513 ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY
MTA 515 SCIENCE & NATURAL HISTORY FILM PRODUCTION
MTA 516 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE IV
MTA 517 PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
MTA 518 WRITING FOR DOCUMENTARY & NON-FICTION FILM
MTA 519 POST PRODUCTION WORKFLOW
MTA 521 CONTEMPORARY TRENDS IN NONFICTION
MTA 522 SOUND TECHNIQUE
MTA 523 SECOND YEAR FILM PREP
MTA 525 SECOND YEAR FILM PRODUCTION
MTA 526 ALTERNATIVE NONFICTION
MTA 530 ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
MTA 531 BUSINESS AND LEGAL ASPECTS OF DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
MTA 532 UNDERWATER CINEMATOGRAPHY
MTA 534 ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY
MTA 552 ADVANCED PRODUCTION I
MTA 553 ADVANCED PRODUCTION II
MTA 554 PRODUCTION PRACTICUM: POST-PRODUCTION
MTA 557 POST PRODUCTION MEETS INFORMATION DESIGN
MTA 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
MTA 572 THESIS PREPARATION
MTA 576 INTERNSHIP
MTA 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
MTA 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
MTA 590 MASTER'S THESIS
MTA 101IA FILM IN AMERICA
F 3 cr. LEC 1 LAB 2
-- Survey of the development of the motion pictures
as an art, a craft and a business in the United States
during the 20th century.
MTA 102 AESTHETICS OF FILM PRODUCTION
F,S 3 cr. RCT 3
-- An understanding of motion pictures, video art and
television practice through study of principles of concept
and production. Will include assignments to view and
critique selected examples and the completion of short
exercises.
MTA 103RA UNDERSTANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
F,S,Su 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
-- An introductory application of basic photographic
theory and visual principles, including camera operation,
use of B&W darkroom, and photographic assignments. Photography
majors must take this class fall semester to fit into
the sequential nature of the Photography program.
MTA 104IH THEATRE AND MASS MEDIA
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An exploration of major plays from the history of
drama via contemporary film and television equivalents.
MTA 106 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY
S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: B or better in MTA 103 and registration
as a Photography major.
-- Theory and continued application of image control
in B&W photography, through the use of a variety
of 35mm films and the introduction of basic zone system
principles and digital technologies. Advanced traditional
B&W printing techniques in preparation for portfolio
review.
MTA 109 INVESTIGATIONS INTO PHOTOGRAPHY
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 106.
-- The critical exploration of photography as cultural
phenomenon, personal expression and art form. Emphasis
on aesthetic, ethical, and political issues raised through
application of the medium and consumption of its products.
MTA 110IA ACTING FOR NON-MAJORS
F 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An introduction to the creative process engaged by
a performer on a stage. Taught in a workshop format
in which the individual student engages in exercises
designed to convey stories and emotions through the
understanding of human behavior as expressed on a stage.
MTA 112IA EXPLORING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Introduces technical and aesthetic ways of creating
digital photographic images. Emphasis is on the production
of photographic images, from acquiring them with digital
cameras to manipulating them using computer software
for manipulating digital images. Instructor and peer
critique of student work is an integral part of the
course.
MTA 218D INTERNATIONAL FILM &
TELEVISION
F 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1 LAB 1
-- A close analysis and interpretation of the social
function and cultural value of film and television in
other countries by comparative approaches, with emphasis
on the period since World War II.
MTA 222 LIGHTING TECHNIQUE AND
DESIGN
F 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing FILM.
-- An introduction to the aesthetics and technical principles
of lighting for film and theatre with attention to familiarity
with basic instruments and a lighting board. The opportunity
for an exercise in lighting design will be provided.
MTA 232 ACTING I
F 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in FILM.
-- An introduction to the basic skills of acting through
acting exercises and individual projects, including
a unit for acting for the camera.
MTA 233 BASIC PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
AND TECHNIQUES
F,S,Su 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 12 cr. Total for both MTA
233 and MTA 333 combined.
PREREQUISITE: MTA 102 or MTA 103.
-- Practical experience associatedwith production and
research project in motion pictures, television/video,
photography, and theatre. May include rehearsal or performance
activity. Credit will be offered to students doing basic
work on faculty members' productions or on student productions
under direct faculty supervision. Credit will be offered
to students giving basic technical support to: a)faculty
teaching courses,b)faculty engaged in creative activities,
or c)advanced students' productions (while supervised
by an SFP faculty member).
MTA 251 WRITING
S 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in FILM.
-- Experience in techniques and concepts of writing
for motion picture and video production.
MTA 252 EDITING
F 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in FILM.
-- History and techniques of motion picture and video
editing. The course will combine lectures with hands-on
exercises in editing.
MTA 253 DIRECTING
S 3 cr. RCT 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MTA sophomore standing in FILM.
-- An examination of the theory and practice of directing
and working with actors. Students complete projects
for the stage and for filming during the semester.
MTA 254 SOUND
S 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing FILM.
-- Theoretical and practical approaches to the motion
picture soundtrack. Topics and exercises will include
field recording, post-production, sound design, and
the musical score
MTA 255 CINEMATOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY
F 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in FILM.
-- An examination of the aesthetics and practice of
cinematography using 16mm film and digital video cameras.
MTA 260 INTRODUCTION TO COLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY
S 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: MTA 264 and sophomore standing in the
Photography option.
-- Introduction and analysis of color theory, color
imagery and color materials. Exploration of image captive
via film, scanning and digital cameras. Technical skills
are developed in digital systems, applications and printing.
Critical exploration of color visual language and aesthetic
issues.
MTA 261 PRODUCTION DESIGN
S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in FILM.
-- Introductory course in production design for theatre,
film and video.
MTA 263 STAGE MAKEUP AND COSTUME
DESIGN THEORY
On Demand 3 cr. RCT 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MTA 104.
-- Theory and practical experience in various aspects
of makeup for stage, screen, and studio, integrated
with basic costume design theory.
MTA 264 VIEW CAMERA
F 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and sophomore standing in the
Photography option.
-- Introduction to large format practice. Basic studio
and lighting techniques will be addressed as well as
advanced contrast control through application of the
zone system, large format color photography, digital
view camera, and large format digital and analog printing
techniques.
MTA 280 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined
necessary by each offering department.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which
there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial
basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting
a regular course number.
MTA 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S 1-3 cr. RCT may be repeated
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate
research/creative activity projects.
MTA 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE
ACTIVITY
F,S 1-6 cr. IND may be repeated
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity
which may culminate in a written work or other creative
project. Course will address responsible conduct of
research.
MTA 303 EARLY HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
S alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC
3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 103, WRIT 101W.
-- The visual and technical evolution of photography
within the cultural context. Personalities, ideas, and
style of individual photographers are explored. Prehistory
to 1913.
MTA 304 RECENT HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
S alternate years, to be offered odd years 3 cr. LEC
3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 103, WRIT 101W.
-- Continued exploration of the visual and technical
evolution of photography from 1913 to the present, including
study of criticism and the relationship to contemporary
culture and art.
MTA 313 ADVANCED SCRIPTWRITING
F 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM or permission
of instructor.
-- Advanced training in the techniques of writing for
motion picture production. This class requires that
students author a 100 page Hollywood script. Assessment
of student work is done by the faculty memeber as well
as via peer work shopping, presentations and discussions.
MTA 318 WORLD CINEMA
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM Option curriculum
(i.e., all freshman and sophomore MTA requirements are
prerequisites).
-- An advanced introduction to the theories which enable
an understanding of the national cinemas practiced in
light of, outside of, the influence of Hollywood. Focus
on particular national cinemas varies by semester, but
may include examinations of major European cinemas,
Asian cinema, and/or the cinemas of the developing world.
MTA 319 ALTERNATIVE PROCESSES
S 4 cr. RCT 2 STU 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- Image creation through the use of historical contact
printing processes. A variety of alternative processes
will be addressed such as gum printing, cyanotype, and
platinum/palladium. Extensive aesthetic exploration
will be supported through a blend of the old processes
and current digital negative making techniques.
MTA 333 ADVANCED PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
AND TECHNIQUES
F,S,Su 1-3 cr. IND Maximum 12 cr total for both MTA
233 & MTA 333 combined.
PREREQUISITE: MTA 102 or MTA 103.
-- Practical experience associated with production and
research projects in motion pictures, television/video,
photography, and theatre. May include rehearsal or performance
activity. Credit will be offered to students doing advanced
work on faculty members' productions or on student productions
under direct faculty supervision. (May be taken by sophomores
with written permission of an advisor and the Departmen
Head.)
MTA 341 PORTRAITURE
On Demand 4 cr. LEC 2 Lab 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- Advanced portrait techniques, theory, and practice
in studio and on location. Emphasis on creative exploration
and application of a variety of styles in portraiture,
such as informal, editorial, environmental, etc.
MTA 342 ADVANCED LIGHTING PRACTICES
On Demand 4 cr. RCT 2 STU 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- Advanced photographic theory and practice in studio
and on location. Emphasis given to creative aspects
of artificial lighting and staged subject matter in
all camera formats.
MTA 343 NON-FICTION PHOTOGRAPHY
S 4 cr. LEC 2 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- The applied study of photography as a narrative medium,
emphasizing the practices and uses of non-fiction, editorial
and essays using digital and analog processes.
MTA 344 EXPERIMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY
F 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- The applied study of experimental photographic techniques.
These techniques will be explored in image capture as
well as traditional darkroom working methods.
MTA 347 INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECTS
I
On Demand 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA Majors: MTA 254 and consent of instructor.
Cross listed with MUS 347.
-- For upper-level Film and Music Technology students.
Exploration of cross-disciplinary techniques in multimedia
art. Individual and collaborative projects with visuals
and sound. Overview of the history of audio art, video
art and experimental film.
MTA 348 INTERDISCIPINARY PROJECTS
II
S 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA majors: MTA 222 and MTA 254 and permission
of instuctor.
-- Studies the theoretical practice of sound and lighting
design for live performances. Students gain hands-on
experience for designing and executing light and sound.
MTA 360 ADVANCED COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY
On Demand 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264. Junior standing in
Photography option.
-- Further applied study of color visual theory and
the control of materials for color photographic expression.
Emphasis on application of alternative forms - including
animation, multimedia, interactivity, and the internet
- to individual aesthetic practices.
MTA 361 PHOTOGRAPHY: PROFESSIONAL
PRACTICES
On Demand 4 cr. LEC 2 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 260 and MTA 264 and Junior standing
in the Photography Option.
-- Introduction to professional practices in photography.
Emphasis on the fundamentals of business and marketing
to prepare for entering the photographic profession.
MTA 370 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
F,S,Su on demand, 2-4 cr. RCT 2-4. May be repeated.
Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM.
-- Projects pursued under faculty supervision, emphasizing
an area of specialization in Theatre, Film or Video
relating to professional practices. Details of individual
sections and the supervising faculty will be posted
by the department prior to pre-registration.
MTA 371 JUNIOR PRODUCTION PROCESS:
NONFICTION
F,S 4 cr. RCT 4
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM.
-- Projects pursued under faculty supervision, emphasizing
fiction production using traditional and non-traditional
approaches, from conception and pre-production to post-production.
Details of individual sections and the supervising faculty
will be posted by the department prior to pre-registation.
MTA 372 JUNIOR PRODUCTION PROCESS:
FICTION
F,S 4 cr. RCT 4
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM.
-- Projects pursued under faculty supervision, emphasizing
fiction productions using traditional and non-traditional
approaches from pre-production through post-production.
Details of individual sections and the supervising faculty
will be posted by the department prior to pre-registration.
MTA 374 JUNIOR PRODUCTION: THEATRE
F 4 cr. RCT 4
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing in FILM.
-- Projects pursued under faculty supervision, emphasizing
the theatrical production processes. Specific emphasis
may include acting, directing, management, technical
theatre and/or theatrical design.
MTA 377D WHITENESS AND MASCULINITY
IN CINEMA
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 101 or permission of instructor.
-- This course uses the methodologies of whiteness and
masculinity studies to interrogate how issues of identity
are contested within the representational practices
of the cinema.
MTA 379 FILM CRITICISM
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 2
-- This course models an intelligent encounter with
contemporary cinema. By attendance at, and discussion
of, films in current release, students will learn to
think, talk effectively, and write about the importance
of movies in everyday life.
MTA 400 PRODUCTION SEMINAR
F,S, Su 1 - 4 cr. SEM Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing or permission of instructor
and as determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the upper division level that are
not covered in regular courses. Students participate
in preparing and presenting discussion material.
MTA 401 STUDIES SEMINAR
F,S 1 - 12 cr. SEM May be repeated.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing or permission of instructor.
COREQUISITE: Sophomore level.
-- Studies topics offered at the upper division level
that are not covered in regular courses. Students participate
in preparing and presenting discussion material.
MTA 444 PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVES-L.A.
FIELD TRIP
Su 3 cr. SEM
COREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor.
-- This course prepares the students for an intensive
encounter with accomplished professionals in the motion
picture, video, and television industries.
MTA 469 FILM AND DOCUMENTARY THEORY
F 3 cr. LEC
PREREQUISITE: Upper-division standing.
-- An intensive survey of major trends in film and media
theory, as applied to feature-length fiction, documentary,
and experimental cinema. Topics include: feminism, post-colonialism,
cultural studies, psychoanalysis, star intertextuality,
and cognitive methods.
MTA 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1-3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, consent of instructor
and approval of department head.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
MTA 472 MOTION PICTURE/TV/VIDEO/THEATRE
SENIOR PRODUCTION
F,S 2 cr. RCT 2 May be repeated Maximum 10 credits
PREREQUISITE: Senior standing in MPVT and faculty supervision
in small workshop groups.
COREQUISITE: MTA 474.
-- Senior capstone course. A final series of television
programming, video production projects, a stage production,
or the production of a complete motion picture.
MTA 473 PHOTOGRAPHY SENIOR PRODUCTION
F,S 2 cr. RCT 2 May be repeated Maximum 4 credits
PREREQUISITE: Senior standing in the Photography option.
COREQUISITE: MTA 475.
-- Senior capstone course. Independent production of
a significant body of work in photography; extensive
production combined with group critique and faculty
consultation.
MTA 474 INDEPENDENT MOTION PICTURE/TV/VIDEO/THEATRE
SENIOR PRODUCTION
F,S 3 cr. IND 3
COREQUISITE: MTA 472.
-- Independent production supporting MTA 472.
MTA 475 INDEPENDENT PHOTOGRAPHY
SENIOR PRODUCTION
F,S 3 cr. IND 3 May be repeated. Maximum 6 credits.
COREQUISITE: MTA 473.
-- Independent production work supporting MTA 473.
MTA 476 CAREER INTERNSHIP
F,S,Su 2-12 cr. IND
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
-- An individualized assignment arranged with an agency,
business, or other organization to provide guided experience
in the field.
MTA 480 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Course prerequisites as determined for
each offering.
-- Courses not required in a curriculum for which there
is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis
to determine acceptability and demand before requesting
a regular course number.
MTA 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S,Su 1 - 2 cr. RCT May be repeated. Max 4 cr.
COREQUISITE: MTA 490.
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate
research/creative activity projects.
MTA 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE
ACTIVITY
F,S,Su 1-6 cr. IND May be repeated. Max 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Senior standing in MPVT.
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity
which may culminate in a research paper, journal article,
or undergraduate thesis. Course will address responsible
conduct of research
MTA 504 FILM AND DOCUMENTARY THEORY
F 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An advanced introduction to the methods developed
for studying the fiction, documentary and experimental
film over the past 100 years.
MTA 505 CRITICISM AND THEORY I
F 3 cr. LEC 3
-- A close analysis and interpretation of the social
function and cultural value of science and natural history
films, with a particular emphasis for broadcast nationally
and internationally.
MTA 506 CRITICAL APPROACHES TO
SCIENCE FILMMAKING
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An advanced introduction to the critical methodologies
necessary for intelligently interrogating the representations
of science and technology in print and media.
MTA 507 FORM AND THEORY OF THE
IMAGE
F 1 cr. LEC 1
PREREQUISITE: Admission to MFA Program.
--This course will introduce first-year graduate students
to the unique skill, talents, and research interests
of the individual members of the MTA faculty in both
the Motion Picture/Video/Theatre Option and the Photography
Option. It will be an intensive introduction to the
range of research areas and techniques involved in faculty
work. The goal is to provide the students with an overview
of both the field of science and natural history filmmaking
and an introduction to the varying skills required.
These sessions should provide guidance and possible
mentorship for the students' own work in the program.
MTA 511 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE II
F 3 cr. LAB 3
-- Basic field production techniques in film, video,
sound, editing. Train on digital video, 16 mm cinematography,
sound recording and digital nonlinear editing.
MTA 512 PRODUCTION METHODS &
STUDIES I
F 2 cr. LEC 2
COREQUISITE: MTA 510, 511.
--An introduction to working professionals and faculty
that examines successful filmmaking methodologies. May
include presentations, forums or seminars designed to
explore specific actual production scenarios on a variety
of documentary subjects including producing, directing,
cinematography, sound, editing, grant writing, distribution
and funding.
MTA 515 SCIENCE & NATURAL
HISTORY FILM PRODUCTION
S 3 cr. LEC 1 STU 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504 and MTA 505 and MTA 507 and MTA
510.
-- This course will teach production techniques used
by professional science and natural history film makers
in standard definition video, high definition digital
imaging, 16mm cinematography, computer-based graphics
and effects, location and studio sound recording techniques,
and field-to-post workflow.
MTA 516 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE IV
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510, 511.
COREQUISITE: MTA 515.
-- Advanced field and studio production exercises in
equipment use and applications, including high definition
digital imaging, 16mm cinematography, location and studio
sound recording and advanced editing and digital effects.
MTA 517 PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510, 511, 512.
COREQUISITE: MTA 515, 516.
-- A master class where working professionals and faculty
present and examine successful advanced filmmaking aesthetics
and applied methodologies. May include presentations,
forums, workshops or seminars designed to explore specific
professional film applications on a variety of documentary
subjects including producing, directing, cinematography,
sound, editing, grant writing, distribution and festivals.
MTA 518 WRITING FOR DOCUMENTARY
& NON-FICTION FILM
S 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504 and MTA 505 and MTA 507 and MTA
510.
COREQUISITE: MTA 515.
-- Creative non-fiction introduces central concept of
narrative common to the science and history film text.
The course examines and questions the models of non-fiction
writing and challenges the biases surrounding this genre.
MTA 519 POST PRODUCTION WORKFLOW
S 3 cr. LEC 1 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504 and MTA 505 and MTA 507 and MTA
510.
COREQUISITE: MTA 515.
-- This class will teach the aesthetics and craft in
effective picture and sound editing. Final Cut Pro editing
platform will be used, and architecture and archiving
techniques will be stressed. The styles and techniques
of well thought-out editing will be examined and practiced.
MTA 520 PRINCIPLES OF PRODUCTION
MANAGEMENT
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- All phases of the production process for the producer
of documentary films examined from practical and creative
points of view; includes strategies for producing a
proposal that bridges the distance between idea and
underwriting with realistic schedules and accurate budgets.
MTA 521 CONTEMPORARY TRENDS IN
NONFICTION
F 4 cr. LEC 1 RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504, MTA 505, MTA 507, MTA 510, MTA
515, MTA 517, MTA 518,MTA 519 - All.
-- This course will explore both the history and technological
developments in nonfiction film since 1990.
MTA 522 SOUND TECHNIQUE
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Restricted to students accepted into the
MFA program.
COREQUISITE: MTA 510, MTA 511.
-- This course will provide students with the skills
to record, edit, and create broadcast quality audio
for documentary films and videos. Students will learn
audio editing and processing using Pro Tools, the film
industry standard for post production sound.
MTA 523 SECOND YEAR FILM PREP
F 2 cr. SEM 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504, MTA 505, MTA 507, MTA 510, MTA
515, MTA 517, MTA 518,MTA 519.
-- This course will prepare second year SNHF MFA students
to create their required second year film.
MTA 525 SECOND YEAR FILM PRODUCTION
S 3 cr. SEM 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 515.
-- The objective of this course is to provide faculty
support and supervision of self authored second year
MFA candidates' film projects. Each student will develop
and produce their own original short documentary to
further develop storytelling acumen and expand their
production skill sets and techniques.
MTA 526 ALTERNATIVE NONFICTION
S 3 cr. SEM 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504 and MTA 505 and MTA 506 and MTA
507 and MTA 510, MTA 515 and MTA 517 and MTA 518 and
MTA 519 and MTA 521.
COREQUISITE: MTA 521 (may be a co-requisite; not required).
-- The purpose of this course is to further the study
and production of contemporary documentary films and
videos. Graduate students will study a range of contemporary
documentary and experimental documentary filmmakers,
viewing and analyzing these films. Each student will
then develop and produce their own original short documentary
works that utilizes some aspect(s) of the contemporary
works studied.
MTA 530 ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY
WORKSHOP
Su, F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITES: MTA 510,511,512,515,516,517 or permission
of instructor.
-- Instruction and practical application of the use
of high-definition camera in order to qualify for use
in the MFA program in science and natural history filmmaking.
MTA 531 BUSINESS AND LEGAL ASPECTS
OF DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
Su, F 1 cr. LEC 1
PREREQUISITES: MTA 504, MTA 505, MTA 507, MTA 510, MTA
515, MTA 518, MTA 519 or permission of instructor.
-- This course will examine business and legal issues
relating to the production of documentary films.
MTA 532 UNDERWATER CINEMATOGRAPHY
Su, F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITES: MTA 515 and MTA 516 and permission of
instructor.
-- This course will focus on the skills and training
necessary to begin filming in the underwater environment.
MTA 534 ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY
Su, F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITES: MTA 515 and MTA 516 and permission of
instructor.
- Advanced techniques on the DSR 570 and HD Cameras
and Lighting.
MTA 550 SCIENCE/NATURAL HISTORY
ROTATION
F,S,Su 2 cr. IND 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 551.
-- On-site learning with scientist(s). This prepares
students for area of project proposal.
MTA 552 ADVANCED PRODUCTION I
F,S 4-6 cr. LAB 4-6
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510, 511, 512, 515, 516, 517.
COREQUISITE: MTA 572.
-- Pre-production and production of the second year
agenda-based professional project sponsored by a hosting
agency that finds significant usage. Proposals and treatments
are to be polished and refined so that dialogues with
broadcasters and hosting agencies can be effectively
initiated and funding fully secured. With approval of
advisor and graduate committee, production sequence
may begin.
MTA 553 ADVANCED PRODUCTION II
S 4-6 cr. LAB 4-6.
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510,511,512,515,516,517,552.
COREQUISITE: MTA 572.
-- Production and post-production of the second year
agenda-based professional project that finds significant
usage. Production and/or post production work is to
be completed and deliverables presented to the hosting
agency. Selects and all cuts are to be screened and
critiqued by the hosting agency and by the advisor and
graduate committee. The post production phase concludes
with the completion of the second year project and the
presentation of deliverables to the hosting agency and/or
broadcast and distribution venues.
MTA 554 PRODUCTION PRACTICUM:
POST-PRODUCTION
S 4 cr. IND 4
PREREQUISITE: MTA 550 and 552.
-- A committee directed course in which the students
begin the post-production phase and concludes with the
completion of their second year project.
MTA 556 PRODUCTION PRACTICUM:
PRE-PRODUCTION
F 2 cr. IND 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 551.
-- The rotation proposal workshop makes students formalize
their second year projects. This course initiates dialogues
and proposals with broadcasters and hosting agencies.
MTA 557 POST PRODUCTION MEETS
INFORMATION DESIGN
F 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: Completion of MFA First Year curriculum.
-- This course will teach advanced post-production and
information design skills to Graduate MFA students.
The course is tailored specifically to the needs of
students training to be science and natural history
filmmakers.
MTA 558 PRODUCTION PRACTICUM:
POST-PRODUCTION
S 3 cr. IND 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 550 and 552.
-- A committee directed course in which the students
begin the post-production phase and concludes with the
completion of their second year project.
MTA 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1-3 cr. IND Maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, consent of instructor,
approval of department head and Dean of Graduate Studies.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
MTA 572 THESIS PREPARATION
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510,511,512,515,516,517.
COREQUISITE: MTA 552 or 553.
-- Proposals and treatments are distributed to project
advisor and to the graduate committee by the first day
of fall semester for workshop review and critique. Pre-production,
production and post-production schedule milestones must
be determined in conjunction with advisor and graduate
committee who provide oversight for the entire second
year project production sequence. Due to the widely
varying nature and unique demand of each project, those
unable to meet the preferred residency requirements
for their second year project and this course must adhere
to a strict teleconference meeting schedule with their
advisor and graduate committee and meet all due date
requirements for materials review.
MTA 576 INTERNSHIP
F,S,Su 1-12 cr. IND 1-12
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510,511,515,and 516.
-- This course allows the student to spend a semester
working in a professional environment under the guidance
of a mentor.
MTA 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MTA 504, MTA 505, MTA 510, MTA 515, MTA
517, MTA 518, MTA 519 - All.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which
there is a particular one time need, or given on a trial
basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting
a regular course number. This class provides students
with advanced production opportunities.
MTA 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
F,S,Su 3 cr. IND 3
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing and approval of the
Dean of Graduate Studies.
-- This course may be used only by students who have
completed all of their course work (and thesis, if on
a thesis plan) but who need additional faculty or staff
time or help.
MTA 590 MASTER'S THESIS
F,S,Su 1-15 cr. IND 1-15
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing/Restricted Entry.
-- Course replaces MTA 591, MTA 592 and MTA 593. Maximum
of 8 credits per semester.
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