Academic Subject Certificate
Creative Media
Degrees and Certificates
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Creative Media,
Classes
CM 120: Introduction to Digital Video
Students will develop basic skills in video production.
Course Outcomes
- Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills of digital video production including operating a digital video camera and sound recording kit.
- Demonstrate the ability to edit a video project in a digital non-linear system.
- Apply effective storytelling skills through the use of basic cinematography concepts, composition, light and movement.
- Produce videos that meet industry standards and ethics.
CM 204C: Introduction to Creative Writing (Screenwriting)
CM 204C Introduction to Creative Writing (Screenwriting) introduces students to the basic practices and principles of screenwriting. (Cross-listed as ENG 204C)
Recommended Preparation
Students should possess a strong foundational knowledge of grammar, word usage, and punctuation. Additionally, students must be able to accept constructive criticism from peers and the instructor.
Prerequisites
Grade of “C” or better in ENG 100, or consent of instructor.
Course Outcomes
- Create original short screenplays that include screenwriting format, devices, and conventions.
- Propose and employ feedback in the writing workshop model.
- Enter screenplays for local and/or national contests and/or productions.
CM 220: Intermediate Digital Video
Students will develop intermediate skills in video production and apply them to creating videos for publication on the web and other distribution platforms. Repeatable for up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites
A grade of C or better in CM 120 or consent of instructor.
Course Outcomes
- Produce videos that meet industry standards and ethics.
- Generate original story ideas.
- Demonstrate appropriate proficiency in cinematography, sound recording and editing skills.
- Analyze videos produced by the mass media.
CM 223: Introduction to Acting for Camera
An introduction to acting techniques for film, TV production, and other camera-based media. Repeatable up to 6 credits. (Cross-listed as THEA 223)
Recommended Preparation
THEA 101, 221, and 222.
Prerequisites
Grade of C or better in THEA 221.
Course Outcomes
- Demonstrate the skill of acting by using the camera lens to convey story.
- Illustrate the complexities of character within a given text.
- Analyze performances for television and film for quality and desired effect on the audience.
CM 271: Games and Gaming in Society
This survey study of games and gaming in human culture and society brings together various methodologies and conceptual tools.
Course Outcomes
- Analyze the connection between gaming and larger political, social, and psychological patterns in society.
- Conduct surveys and interviews with populations of gamers and major figures in current gaming trends.
- Calculate mathematical probabilities of success or failure in various games.
- Design an effective, balanced game that speaks to a population of gamers.
CM 280: Book Production: Pueo Literary and Art Journal
This course is intended to acquaint students with the theory, practice, and skills required to publish a book (Pueo Literary and Art Journal), and, by extension, enable students to participate in the production of any small publication such as magazines, handbooks, manuals, brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc. To varying degrees over two semesters, the course covers planning, publicity, selection, editing, proofreading, layout, production, distribution, and celebration. Six credits may be applied to the AA degree. (Cross-listed as ENG 280.)
Prerequisites
Grade of “C” or better in Eng 100 or consent of instructor.
Course Outcomes
- Evaluate how audience, purpose, and mode of publication affect publication design.
- Employ skills such as editing, proofreading, design, and layout.
- Participate in imaginative and creative collaboration in the production of a journal that maintains high standards.