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Media Theory

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Student Alert: 356 BCC courses renumbered and/or renamed starting summer 2008. For example, Speech 200 is now Communication Studies 210. If you have taken courses at BCC prior to summer 2008, visit our Common Course Number Advisory website to learn more and view a list of changed courses.

MEDIA 105 Digital Design & Storytelling . 5 CR

Explores design, storytelling, and information architecture. Students focus on conceptual, visual analysis as well as practical techniques for presenting ideas effectively. Topics include major 20th-century graphic styles; typography; symbols and themes; narrative structures; storyboards; interface design; and navigation techniques.

MEDIA 109 Introduction to Web Multimedia . 5 CR

Develops computer skills for students who have minimal experience or who have used office-type applications only. Topics include Macintosh and PC platforms; operating systems, peripherals, and software for media; and basic internet and HTML skills. Competency-based.

MEDIA 113 Design For Screen Media . 5 CR

Explores 2-D design principles from the perspective of the computer or television screen. Covers fundamental elements of interface for web pages, video and animation, including composition, balance, color typography and layout. Prerequisites: ANIM 121 and MEDIA 105 at BCC with a C- or better; or entry code.

MEDIA 114 Digital Law & Contracts . 5 CR

Students learn the procedures for protecting and obtaining intellectual property rights, how to use the protected works of others, and the basics of contracting, including the use of licenses and agreements in a business setting. Course covers other legal issues in starting a business over the internet.

MEDIA 117 Design Usability . 5 CR

Students learn basic principles of usability as it applies to Web design, the practical knowledge and skills to design for usability, and to conduct usability testing. Emphasis is placed on strategies to work with the user to define usability needs and constraints, and to develop appropriate testing scenarios. Prerequisite: MEDIA 113 at BCC with a C- or better.

MEDIA 150 Cooperative Work Experience in Media . 1-5 CR

Provides students with on-the-job training in media-related skills. Students gain work-study experience with an off-campus employer. Does not substitute for the MEDIA 250 Practicum Internship. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 153 Digital Recording Production . 5 CR

Covers recording and editing skills in digital media. Students learn digital recording, computer-based mix down, digital I/O, utilizing digital effects, and sampling in a 24-channel ADAT and direct-to-disk recording studio. Same as MUSC 153 (prev MUSIC 153). Either MEDIA 153 or MUSC 153 may be taken for credit, not both. Recommended: VIDEO 122.

MEDIA 194/195/196/197 Special Topics in Media Communications & Tech . V1-10 CR

Covers supplementary or self-supporting courses offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 198 Seminar in Media Communication & Technology . V1-5 CR

Includes seminars, workshops, etc., offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 199 Special Projects in Media . V1-10 CR

Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. Requires project proposal and student contract for completion. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 219 Business of Film & Video Production . 5 CR

Students develop a broad understanding of the Film and Television industries functions and explore ways to gain access to the industry. Students develop the knowledge and understanding to create their own production companies and bring their creative ideas and projects to fruition. Same as BUS 219 (prev G BUS 219). Either MEDIA 219 or BUS 219 (prev G BUS 219) may be taken for credit, not both. Prerequisite: CMST 216 (prev COMM 216) recommended.

MEDIA 245 Production Practice . 3 CR

Provides practical work experience under the supervision of a professional on-campus producer. Students create video and multimedia productions for BCC faculty and functions (e.g., Channel 28 television) or off-campus clients, as well as materials for their personal portfolios. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

MEDIA 248 Portfolio & Employment . 3 CR

Allows students to explore their goals and directions and to develop resumes and portfolios. Students design, develop, and present professional media portfolios and learn job-search skills and strategies for employment in video and computer media fields. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

MEDIA 250 Internship in Media . 5 CR

Provides practical experience in media production and management of resources. Students either complete a 165-hour internship in a professional media-related organization, or spend equivalent time creating a professional-quality media product to be evaluated by an off-campus professional producer. Prerequisite: Permission of program chair.

MEDIA 270 Economics of Emerging Technology . 5 CR

Investigates the causes and effects of technological innovation in a modern economy. Students examine the information technology industries, particularly the roles of government and the private sector. Topics may include economic globalization, effects on labor markets, ownership of information, and antitrust laws as applied to new industries. Same as ECON 270. Either MEDIA 270 or ECON 270 may be taken for credit, not both. Recommended: ECON& 201 (prev ECON 201).

MEDIA 294/295/296/297 Special Topics in Media Communications & Tech . V1-10 CR

Covers supplementary or self-supporting courses offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 298 Seminar in Media Communication & Technology . V1-5 CR

Includes seminars, workshops, etc., offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

MEDIA 299 Special Projects in Media . V1-10 CR

Covers directed reading, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: previous media enrollment and permission of program chair.

See Also:

• Animation & Graphics
• Gaming
• Video
• Web Multimedia