Presents an analytical and interpretative study of film masterworks. Covers the historical development of film from silent short movies to the present and includes an analysis of film from several perspectives: artistic, technological, social and economic.

Designed for students interested in developing digital photography skills. The class will introduce basic concepts for acquiring digital images and the process of manipulating the images through the use of industry standard software. Hands-on instruction will include the digital darkroom process and manipulation of digital photographs. A portfolio of digital photography work will be produced by the end of the semester.

Develops digital video production skills pertaining to screenwriting, camera operation, set design, studio lighting, audio recording, video editing, and professional crew roles and responsibilities. Extensive hands-on active learning provides an insight into on set studio productions and real world applications. As a member of a production team, students participate in the design and execution of an effective digital video production.

Explores the story-building process in the filmmaking pre-production phase. Students will develop and create a professional script complete with long line, treatment, synopsis, beat outlines, full character development, and proper pitching of ideas. They will also learn the nuances of screenplay formatting to write a final script worthy as a ready-to-shoot portfolio piece.

Develops digital film production skills pertaining to preproduction, production, and post production. Extensive hands-on active learning provides an insight into script writing, budgeting, scheduling, field production, sound design, and non-linear post production. As a member of a production team, students will be required to create a production book, digital film, and DVD as part of their professional portfolio.

Develops practical skills in digital editing through a series of demonstrations and intensive hands-on exercises. Students will study various editing styles and philosophies while designing and completing assigned editing projects using professional postproduction software. Effective electronic media management and postproduction processes are emphasized.

Develops advanced skills in digital postproduction and motion graphics through a series of demonstrations and intensive hands-on exercises. By studying various editing styles and philosophies, students will design and complete assigned postproduction projects using professional software packages.