18 courses with the subject MEP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Professional Leadership Core. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 cr MEP1013 Video Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Internship and Capstone Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 cr Select two enrollments from the following: LDR4991 Internship I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 MEP3626-3628. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 2–4 Select 4 credits from the following:
(PQ: MEP1012, MEP1013, or consent of instructor) An introduction to the technical equipment used in film, radio and other media productions. Students will learn the basic production components and processes found in the production environment including set-up, operational logistics, signal flow, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
The class provides students with the study of techniques, approaches, and hands-on experience in directing actors in film.
(PQ: MEP1016) A study of the distinctive characteristics of scripts written for radio, television and film. Special attention will be given to the three-act structure, character delineation and motivation, conflict development and pacing, dialogue and subtext and unifying message. Students gain extensive experience through writing a treatment for a short film or television screenplay.
Media Production Concentration (11–12 cr)
An examination of communication techniques and strategies used to create effective audio and video commercial brand messages. The class will explore strategies for radio station branding and imaging plus develop and produce video creative branding campaigns for other products and services. Students will experience the power of . . . . . . . 4 cr audience-oriented strategic branding and the role storytelling plays in production process. The course shows how branding moves beyond simply focusing on attributes and benefits. Note: When feasible, the class will often collaborate with classes in the Marketing major.
(PQ: MEP1013) In this course you will receive advanced instruction and practice in the art and craft of single camera production and narrative storytelling. You will produce two exercises and one short . . . . . . . . 4 cr film, bringing the projects through preproduction, production and post-production.
(PQ: MEP1013 or consent of instructor) An intensive course in post- production techniques applied in Adobe Premiere Pro. Editing theory and practice are integrated components of this course that broadly covers four areas: editing aesthetics, editing techniques, compositing and effects and finishing techniques.
Select 7–8 credits from the following: CMC APPROVED CONTEMPORARY MUSIC CENTER COURSES . . . . . . . 8
. . . . . . . . 4 cr Laboratory experience in the production of television news. Northwestern Live (7) is a news program produced for distribution over the local cable television system. Students are involved in all aspects of the production. Note: This course is designated as repeatable.
Laboratory experience in radio through the student radio station. Students choose from various radio departments, including programming, music, community outreach, technical support, news/ sports and production. Note: This course is designated as repeatable. . . . . . . . 1–4 cr . . . . . . . 4 cr . . . . . . . . 3 cr . . . . . . . . . 3 cr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 cr . . . . . . 2 cr . . . . . . . . 0-1 cr . . . . 0-1 cr . . . 0-1 cr
(PQ: MEP1012) The art of sound conveys mood and emotion. It delivers ideas, sensations and story information. It can powerfully enhance the visual experience or completely destroy the aesthetic narrative with a misplaced sound effect or illogical music score. Students will build on their non-linear editing skills while focusing on their analytical and critical listening skills. Students will work with film, animation and audio productions to develop audio communication concepts, sonic environments and aural experiences.
Workshops (4 enrollments) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4 Four enrollments from MEP3626-3628; PRL3625; at least two of which must be taken for credit.. Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21–24 cr Select a track. Requirements are listed below. Film & Video Track (23–24 cr) Required Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Source: University of Northwestern-St Paul's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
