Film Media B.A.

Course Descriptions

FLM 100

Introduction to Film/Media for Online Programs

(3 crs.) Introduction to techniques of film practice for medical professionals, including film history, genres, analysis of film texts, and reading of film images in their aesthetic, cultural, and literary context. (Accelerated Online Program) (A4) (C2)

FLM 101

Introduction to Film Media

(4 crs.) Introduction to techniques of film practice, film history, genres, analysis of film texts, and reading of film images in their aesthetic, cultural, and literary context. (Lec. 4/Online) (A4) (C2)

FLM 101H

Honors Section of FLM 101: Introduction to Film Media

(4 crs.) Honors Section of FLM 101: Introduction to Film Media. (Lec. 4/Online) Pre: Must have a 3.40 overall GPA. (A4) (C2)

FLM 110

Introduction to Film Media Production Technologies

(4 crs.) Introduction to single-camera field production styles and aesthetics with emphasis on camera operation, lighting and editing by means of fundamental critical studies, field projects, studio supervision and experience. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2)

FLM 203

Film Theory

(4 crs.) Introduction to film theory and criticism through examination of a variety of modes of film-making that explore specific topics and traditions in the history, art and development of the moving image. (Lec. 4) (A4) (B1)

FLM 204

History of Film I

(4 crs.) A survey of world cinema from its invention in the 1890's to the early 1950's, examining the production, distribution, and exhibition of narrative, documentary and experimental, among other forms of film. (Lec. 4/Online) (A4) (C2)

FLM 205

History of Film II

(4 crs.) A survey of world cinema from the 1950's to 2000, examining the production, distribution and exhibition of narrative, documentary and experimental among other forms of film. (Lec. 4/Online) (A4) (C2)

FLM 206

History of Film III: The 21st Century

(4 crs.) A survey of world cinema in the 21st century, examining the production, distribution and exhibition of narrative, documentary and experimental among other forms of film. (Lec. 4/Online) (A4) (C2)

FLM 220

Topics in Intermediate Film Production

(4 crs.) Lectures and practical projects providing aesthetic and technical proficiency in components of video camera handling, lighting, sound, and/or editing methods and filmmaking techniques, strategies and protocols. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits with change of topic. (Lec. 4/Online) Pre: FLM 110 or permission of instructor.

FLM 225

Video Editing

(4 crs.) Introduces essential knowledge in fundamentals of video editing required of film editors. Emphasis on story and scene editing, including sound, dialogue, music, sound effects, visual effects, graphics, and color correction.

FLM 230

Introduction to Cinematography

(4 crs.) Class explores the craft and technology of cinematography to increase consistency and predictability in filmmaking, while allowing for exploration and experimentation in the creation of the moving image. (Lec. 4) Pre: FLM 110.

FLM 306

Audio Media

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (COM), FLM 306. Basic audio production concepts and techniques for radio, film, and music. Students completing this course are eligible to take the Pro Tools 101 pre-certification exam. (Lec. 3, Online 1)

FLM 312

Introduction to Video Games: Design and Development

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (SCM), ART, COM, FLM 312. Introduces video game development through the perspective of artistic design and production. Projects include pitches, storyboards and mock-ups, narratives and scripts, and prototypes. Entails substantial collaborative work. (Lec. 3, Studio 2) Pre: sophomore standing.

FLM 316

16mm Filmmaking

(4 crs.) Intensive hands-on introduction to the art and craft of filmmaking using 16mm cameras and motion picture film. (Lec. 4) Pre: FLM 110 and permission of instructor.

FLM 330

Advanced Cinematography

(4 crs.) Class explores advanced level study of the theory and craft of cinematography, focusing on collaboration within the departments of camera, grip and electric. (Lec. 4) Pre: FLM 11 and FLM 230.

FLM 344

The Athlete: Short Films

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (COM), FLM 344. Students shall study and produce short films representing stories of student athletes past & present. The course will prepare students to engage approaches to documentary, commercials, narrative and experimental films. (Lec. 4) Pre: COM 342 or FLM 351 or FLM 445 or permission of instructor.

FLM 351

Topics in Film Media Production

(4 crs.) Application of one or more production technologies in film media genres and analysis of their aesthetic implications. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2/Online) Pre: FLM 110 and sophomore standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits with permission of the director and change of topic.

FLM 352

Topics in Film Media Critical Studies

(4 crs.) Critical examination of historical, theoretical and aesthetic topics in world cinema. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2/Online) Pre: sophomore standing or permission of instructor. FLM 101, 204 or 205 recommended. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits with permission of the director and change of topic.

FLM 406

Advanced Audio Media

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (COM), FLM 406. Advanced audio production for media including radio, music, and film. Upon completing, students with Pro Tools 101 pre-certification will be eligible for Pro Tools 110 certification. (Lec. 3, Online 1) Pre: COM/FLM 306.

FLM 417

Media Industry History & Practice

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (FLM) COM 417. Examines the industrial parameters of current and past media industries. The key economic and commercial factors and how these have influenced the shape of the current industry are highlighted. (Lec. 4) Pre: junior standing or permission of instructor.

FLM 444

Advanced Topics in Documentary Film Media Production

(4 crs.) Critical examination and research of selected historical, theoretical or aesthetic issues in international documentary filmmaking. (Lec. 3, Lab 2) Pre: junior standing or permission of instructor; FLM 101 and 204 or 205. May be repeated once with permission of the instructor and with change of emphasis. Not for graduate credit.

FLM 445

Advanced Topics in Film Media Production

(4 crs.) Advanced study and practice of production techniques, technologies and aesthetics through projects, studio supervision and field experience. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2) Pre: junior standing or permission of instructor, and either ART 215 or COM 341 or COM 342 or JOR 331 or FLM 351. May be repeated with change of emphasis and permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit.

FLM 451

Advanced Topics in International Film Media

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (FLM), ENG, CLS 451. Study of international film genres from one or more national, regional or diasporic cultures and traditions. Emphases on theoretical, historiographic and media research methods. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2) Pre: junior standing or permission of instructor. FLM 204 or 205 recommended. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits with change of emphases or topics. (A4) (C2)

FLM 477

Field Experience in Film Media

(1-6 crs.) Structured academic work in a business, industry, educational, or agency setting. May be repeated as needed with permission of program director or faculty advisor. (Practicum) Pre: permission of faculty advisor.

FLM 491

Directed Studies in Film Media

(1-6 crs.) Directed Study for students wanting to do advanced work in film media. Individual research and reports on problems of special interest (Independent Study). Pre: Acceptance of project by faculty member and approval by program director. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.

FLM 495

Seminar in Film Media

(4 crs.) An intensive, interdisciplinary capstone course; exploring writings and ideas about film across two or more fields of study; or examining cross-cultural themes and issues in world cinema. Topic to be announced. (Seminar) Pre: FLM 101 and 203 or ENG 302 or permission of instructor.

FLM 496

Seminar in Film Media Production

(4 crs.) Intensive, interdisciplinary capstone course focused on film/video production representing a culmination of work in the major, as an opportunity to integrate and advance previous coursework through an extended individual project. (Seminar) Pre: FLM 110, FLM 220, FLM 351, and junior standing or permission of instructor.