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uses images and materials acquired in its co-requisite course, Advanced Video Production
(VMA241) in order to complete a Final Project counting for both courses. Prerequisite:
Elements of Video Production (VMA141) or permission of instructor. Co-requisite: Advanced
Video Production (VMA241).
VMA-243 Projects in Video Production 3 Credits
The approach and content of this course focuses on producing a work of professional quality
for use as a portfolio presentation of student achievement. Drawing on skills they have
acquired in previous production courses, students will write, shoot, and edit a high-quality
video program, including audio sweetening, digital composite effects, and graphics, modeling
their activities on a real-world production atmosphere. Actual production activities depend on
project production schedule and needs. Prerequisites: Advanced Video Production (VMA241)
and Video Post Production (VMA242) or permission of instructor.
VMA-244 Media Project Planning 3 Credits
This course is an intensive survey of all aspects of pre-production planning for video and
multimedia productions. Special emphasis is given to the process of writing for the media,
including idea development, preparation of proposals, treatments, storyboards and scripts that
clearly de�ne message, intent and audience. A variety of storytelling methods and approaches
to the creative process will be explored, including the dramatic, educational, corporate
and documentary formats. In addition, the fundamentals of production management will
be presented, including script breakdown, production scheduling, resource planning, and
budgeting. Students will be expected to utilize skills gained in this class in subsequent media
production classes. Prerequisite: Elements of Video Production (VMA141).
VMA-252 Audio Studio Production 3 Credits
This course will cover basic techniques for multi-track studio recording. Topics will include:
microphone techniques and placement, tracking and overdubbing, mixing and digital editing,
and use of outboard equipment. Use of ProTools software in a recording environment is
emphasized. Prerequisite: Introduction to Audio Technology (VMA151).
VMA-261 Digital Photography Techniques 3 Credits
This course examines professional practices in digital photography. Emphasis is on the
continuity of the digital work�ow and the production of �ne prints. Technical issues of
acquisition, image processing, out-put, and archiving will be addressed. Work derives from
topical shooting assignments and student-de�ned projects. Students must have a digital
camera with manual exposure control, and preferably one with RAW capture capability.
Prerequisite: Digital Imaging with Photoshop (VMA105), Intro to Digital Photography
(VMA161), or permission of instructor.
VMA-271 Interactive Design I 3 Credits
Learn digital application interactive design from the ground up in this comprehensive,
practical class. Students start by clarifying the goals for the digital application and target
audience, then learn common design processes including basic design elements; page
layouts; project site plan; visual design in Photoshop and optimized graphic generation (e.g.,
optimized images, buttons, and titles). Students will learn to research and develop the visual
design for user interface and interaction for digital applications. Prerequisite: Photoshop
(VMA105) or instructor permission.
VMA-272 Two Dimensional Animation 3 Credits
This course will introduce students to techniques for creating 2-D animations in a timelinebased
digital environment. Macromedia’s “Flash MX” will be the primary software used in this
course. In addition to traditional animation techniques (such as “tweening” and key-framing)
programmable interactivity using Action Scripting will also be covered. Finished animations
may be written to videotape or �lm, and techniques for uploading for distribution through
the Internet will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Digital Imaging with Photoshop (VMA105).
VMA-273 Motion Graphics & Compositing 3 Credits
This course will familiarize students with the aesthetic and technical requirements of using
digital methods to combine video, photo, graphics, text and other visual elements. Through
lecture, demonstration and hands-on projects, students will learn behavior-based animation,
transfer modes, particle dynamics and simulation design, stylized title animation, blue screen
keying techniques, DVD motion menu design, key framing, and integration with Final Cut Pro
and DVD Studio Pro. Prerequisite: Digital Imaging with Photoshop (VMA105).
VMA-274 DVD Authoring 3 Credits
This course provides students the technical and aesthetic skills needed to design and author
professional DVDs. Through lectures and hands-on exercises, students will learn the stages
of the DVD authoring process, including initial planning and storyboarding, menus and
buttons, design and navigation, and burning and replication. Prerequisites: Digital Imaging
with Photoshop (VMA105) and Elements of Video Production (VMA141). Recommended
prerequisite: Advanced Video Production (VMA241) and Video Post-Production (VMA242)
VMA-275 Interactive Design II 3 Credits
This is a practical class teaching interactive visual design from conception to completion.
Students start by coming up with an idea for and examining the needs of their design projects,
then de�ne the target audience and behavior, page layouts, project planning/site maps, and
techniques to smooth their work�ow. Students will choose their digital application(s) (e.g.
website, Apple iPhone) for their projects. The �nal visual designs are ready to be delivered
for development and implementation. Prerequisites: Interactive Design I (VMA271) or the
permission of the instructor.
VMA-299G Graphic Design Internship 3 Credits
Required in the Graphic Design Program, this course is designed to provide students with
practical experience in a professional setting and preparation for a successful career in the
graphic design �eld. Designation of Internship site will be based on student academic and
career goals. The internship is paired with in-class learning and weekly meetings with the
instructor and/or the representative of the designated business or agency. Prerequisite: Design
Communication I (VMA232).
VMA-299M Media Communication Internship 3 Credits
This internship course is dedicated to �eld experience in a professional job situation and is
recommended as a �nal semester course. Students arrange for placement at an internship
site with the departmental supervisor in the semester previous to the actual internship. Site
experience requires 120-150 hours, as well as a personal project related to the internship.
Prerequisite: Advanced Video Production (VMA241) or permission of department chair.
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