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Lights, Camera, Action and More
Whether you imagine yourself on-camera, at-the-scene, or behind-the-scenes, you’ll learn it all with LTU’s Media Communications degree program. Our dynamic “media ecosystem” is a global phenomenon that demands talented, versatile professionals who can blend technological sophistication, creative storytelling, and marketing savvy to meet the exciting challenges of an industry that is expanding and evolving in unpredictable ways.
LTU cross trains you to move with confidence and agility across a variety of careers in the studio, on location, and in the digital world through critical film and media studies, media content creation, and hands-on, market-ready media production experience.
Course Name
Course #
Credits
College Composition develops students’ acquisition of the fundamental principles of academic writing. This course focuses on the development of writing thesis statements and main arguments, topic sentences, transitional words and phrases, supporting paragraphs, use of evidence, essay organization, and research skills. Extensive writing and research practice is required.
COM1103
3
Students will receive hands-on training with cameras and learn basic principles of lighting and audio techniques used in video production.
MCO2003
3
Prerequisite: None. Introduction to the study of motives at work in human behavior; understanding of perception, reasoning, memory, consciousness, intelligence, psychopathology, and individual differences. Lecture 3 hours. 3 hours credit
PSY1213
3
Electronic mass media and their functions: legal, economic, psychological aspects the media broadcasting and production are discussed. A survey of race, gender, and multicultural issues with regard to the media are also addressed. Special focus on the ethics of media communications professionals in problem solving. Required for all Media Communications majors.
MCO1003
3
General Elective
GENxxx3
3
Total Credits:
15
Course Name
Course #
Credits
A rigorous look into symmetry, tiling, perspective and surfaces using tools from Euclidean Geometry and other mathematical principles to further the understanding of limits, areas under curves, slopes and tangent lines. Topics covered include Fibonacci numbers, the Golden Ratio, Platonic and Archimedean solids, rigid motions, rosette, frieze and wallpapers groups and their commonalities in Art, Engineering and Computer Science.
MCS1254
4
This course is an exploration of digital tools (digital recorders, microphones, mixers, and related processing equipment/software) to produce an array of audio tracks for live and pre-produced video production projects. This course utilizes state of the art audio software tools.
MCO1013
3
An exploration of film history, technology, and theory. Class will cover such topics as narrative, mise-en-scene, editing, cinematography, sound and music, basic film theory approaches, and genre.
MCO2213
3
Principles of individual and group speaking, with emphasis on structure, content, and delivery of ideas and arguments. This course may be taken concurrently with COM1103 English Composition.
COM2113
3
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to critically engage texts of the ancient global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1213
3
Total Credits:
16
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Introduction to broadcast studio equipment (level 1). Basic understanding and application of the function and operation of studio equipment. Students work in teams to provide technical support in-studio and remote production of in-house broadcast projects.
MCO2563
3
Fundamentals of writing cross-media: a review and understanding created of community institutions and news resources and how to access and present information from these community resources. Scenario-based problem solving is used. Credibility of sources and corroboration of news content also addressed. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCO 1003.
MCO2543
3
Functioning and control of remote video and studio camera units: Students will receive an initial five weeks of lecture-based instruction on use of camera; second segment involves students capturing field footage and working with instructor in workshop setting; final segment of course addresses in-studio camera operation and practice.
MCO3203
3
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to engage texts of the modern global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, photography, film, digital media, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1223
3
This course explores industry standard graphic applications using the Adobe Creative Suite. Students will gain an understanding of graphic design fundamentals through demonstrations and hands-on assignments to expand their digital graphics skill set.
MCO3623
3
Total Credits:
15
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Course #
Credits
Discuss the theory of editing as well as hands-on experience using state-of-the-art editing software. Introduction to the terms and common practices of video editing. Projects include editing a variety of video program formats. In addition, students will learn to edit audio, create text, use video filters and output finished projects.
DES1213
3
SSC Elective
SSCXX3
3
Training in a systematic method for producing effective technical communication, written reports, letters, and memos as well as oral presentations. Lecture 3 hours. 3 hours credit
COM2103
3
General Elective
GENxxx3
3
Natural Sciences Elective 1
BIO/CHM/GLG/
PHY/PSC xxx3
3
Natural Sciences Lab Elective
BIO/CHM/PHY xxx1
1
Total Credits:
16
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Course #
Credits
A reading, research and writing intensive course in which students will create and maintain a carefully crafted blog throughout the semester with a strong civic component. Students will also research and analyze wikis, viral media, podcasts, virtual communities, and other communication platforms.
MCO3633
3
Film Studies Elective
MCOxxx3
3
LLT Elective
LLT2xx3
3
General Elective
GENxxx3
3
Natural Sciences Elective 2
BIO/CHM/GLG/
PHY/PSC xxx3
3
Total Credits:
15
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Students work in teams to provide technical support in-studio and remote production of in-house broadcast journalism projects. They will experience all aspects of live and remote productions as well as gain expertise and use of studio equipment.
MCO3613
3
Students will explore their skills in media by working with local companies. Industry mentors will help students see where their contributions can fit into the local media landscape.
MCO3913
3
Television scripts will be analyzed and critiqued from the initial proposal treatment through final draft by both instructors and peers. Peer editing and review. Writing commercials, public service announcements, video and web marketing pieces, and other persuasive script content addressed. Case studies and scenario-based exercises and assignments as well as persuasive script editing will be used. Peer editing and review.
MCO3713
3
Sophomore/Junior Elective
MCO2/3xx3
3
Junior/Senior Elective
LLT3/4xx3
3
Total Credits:
15
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Course #
Credits
Pathways 4001 is the capstone course for CoAS majors’ Pathways Program. The course meets for 4 half-day Saturday sessions fall term. The course’s work requirements are satisfied throughout students’ final year under the supervision of the Pathways Program Director. Requirements include: a) mentoring first-year CoAS majors in the Pathways 1001 course, b) participation in an extra- or co- curricular activity related to major research field, c) incorporation of leadership / ethics issues in senior thesis / capstone project.
COM4001
1
MCO/COM Junior/Senior Elective
MCO/COM 3/4xx3
3
MCO Junior/Senior Elective
MCO3/4xx3
3
SSC/PSY Junior/Senior Elective
SSC/PSY3/4xx3
3
MCO Junior/Senior Elective
MCO3/4xx3
3
General Elective
GENxxx3
3
Total Credits:
16
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Students will use this practicum to create and finalize an industry-ready digital portfolio. Students will work with an advisor to analyze and create necessary content.
MCO4933
3
Media Studies Junior/Senior Elective
MCO3/4xx3
3
MCO Junior/Senior Electives
MCO3/4xx3
3
General Elective
GENxxx3
3
Total Credits:
12
Genna is a Content Host for the Chicago Black Hawks and a Ringside Reporter for NBC Sports in Chicago. Genna previously worked as a Publisher and Host for Sports Illustrated producing content for and hosting The Tigers Baseball Report and The SI All Lions show. Prior, Genna was an Associate Producer for State Champs! Network.
Dillon is an On-Camera Sports Anchor/Reporter for the ABC affiliate WDIO-TV in Duluth. In addition to his on-camera work, Dillon shoots, writes, and edits his sports segments for the station. As a hockey player and broadcast enthusiast, Dillon honed his skills in the Media Communication program and announced sports for State Champs! Network.
Jason is a Play-by-Play Broadcaster for Big Ten Network, ESPN, NFL Network, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Sky, and FS1. He is the first-ever Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster in the Black Hawks franchise. At 23 years old, Jason and Genna Rose are the youngest broadcasters in NHL history. Jason hosted for Sports Illustrated, and State Champs! Network.
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