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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 110IA ACTING FOR NON-MAJORS
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 ADVANCED BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY
MTA 280 SPECIAL TOPICS
MTA 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
MTA 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
MTA 301 INVESTIGATIONS INTO PHOTOGRAPHY
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 FILM & MUSIC PROJECTS
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 CRITICISM AND THEORY I
MTA 506 CRITICISM AND THEORY II
MTA 510 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE I
MTA 511 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE II
MTA 512 PRODUCTION METHODS & STUDIES I
MTA 515 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE III
MTA 516 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE IV
MTA 517 PRODUCTION METHODS & STUDIES II
MTA 518 WRITING
MTA 522 SOUND TECHNIQUE
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. Advanced traditional B&W printing techniques in preparation for portfolio review.
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 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MTA
faculty member).
MTA 251 WRITING
S 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing in MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- An examination of the aesthetics and practice of cinematography using 16mm film and digital video cameras.
MTA 260 INTRODUCTION TO COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY
F 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: B or better in MTA 103 and MTA 106 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 MPVT.
-- 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 ADVANCED BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY
S 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 106 and MTA 260.
-- Introduction to large format black and white theory and practice. Basic studio and lighting techniques will be addressed as well as advanced contrast control through application of the zone system and an eye toward future digital technologies.
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.
MTA 301 INVESTIGATIONS INTO PHOTOGRAPHY
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Junior Standing.
-- 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 303 EARLY HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
S alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 103, ENGL 121.
-- 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, ENGL 121.
-- 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 MPVT 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 MPVT 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 Department 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
F 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 FILM & MUSIC PROJECTS
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 360 ADVANCED COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY
S 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
F 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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 MPVT.
-- 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.
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 CRITICISM AND THEORY II
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An advanced introduction to the critical methodologies necessary for intelligently interrogating the representations of natural history, science, and technology in print and media.
MTA 510 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE I
F 2 cr. LEC 2
-- Basic field production techniques in film, video, sound, editing for MFA students. Train on digital video, 16 mm cinematography, sound recording and digital nonlinear editing.
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 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE III
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MTA 510, MTA 511.
-- Production Technique III teaches advanced production techniques used by professional science and natural history film makers in high definition digital imaging, 16mm cinematography, location and studio sound recording techniques, and advanced post-production procedures.
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 METHODS & STUDIES II
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
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTA 501 is highly recommended.
-- 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 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 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 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 501,510,511,512,515,516,517 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 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Masters Standing and others as determined for each offering.
-- 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 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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