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Course Descriptions 168 MDIA 2420 Foley Sound Design and 2 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 1405 Audio production work is employed in the radio, motion picture, and television industries. Sound production for such media usually takes the form of live recording, studio sound, or Foley design. This course increases studentsf awareness and applicational ability of sound design. It reinforces the associated process of recording, editing, and critical listening with emphasis on creatively recreating sounds to accompany motion picture or for special audio effect. (4 contact hours: 1 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2480 Staff Practice II: 1 Credit Prerequisite: MDIA 2400 The Advanced Production requirement of the Audio Program, this course provides students with an open forum for the development of live sound, syndicated audio production, and audio recording engineering. Through direct application of the craft of broadcast media, students will apply the skills of Live Sound Engineer and Recordist. Capstone projects provide direct demonstrations of studentsf independent abilities as engineer, producer, project leader, or team member both in group and individual settings. (3 contact hours: 3 lab) MDIA 2500 Interactive Media III: Multiple Media 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 1505 or permission of instructor This course explores the tools and applications that provide for the incorporation of audio, video, graphics, and content into an interactive computer-based delivery medium. Through a variety of lecture and lab activities, the course uses computer-based media systems to develop the necessary skills for professional interactive media integration. Programs utilized include industry standard integration packages such as Macromedia Director and Web authoring and development tools. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2505 Interactive Media IV: Advanced Interactive 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 2500 This studio course acquaints students with major aspects of interactive media portfolio preparation and presentation. Emphasis is on team production, with each student preparing a personal portfolio. This capstone course introduces and studies professional criteria necessary for employment in the media industry. (5 contact hours: 1 lecture, 4 lab) MDIA 2560 Interactive Educational 2 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 2500 Interactive media is a method of communication which is becoming a prevalent form of information dissemination. Its design and structure make it a perfect vehicle for educating large numbers of people over great distances. This course explores the philosophy, application, and implementation of interactive educational programming and describes the role and duties of Informational Technologists in both individual and corporate situations. (3 contact hours: 1 lecture, 2 lab) MDIA 2580 Staff Practice II: Interactive 1 Credit Prerequisite: MDIA 2500 The Advanced Production requirement of the Interactive Media Program, this course provides students with an open forum for the development of interactive media engineering. Through direct application of the craft of interactive media, students will learn to integrate and implement skills of audio, video, graphics, and animation. Capstone projects provide direct demonstrations of studentsf abilities as engineer, producer, project leader, or team member both in group and individual settings. (3 contact hours: 3 lab) MDIA 2600 Animation III: Three Dimensional 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 1605 This course explores the tools and applications that provide three-dimensional animation for video, cartoon, and special effects graphic content as delivered through an interactive computer-based system. Through a variety of lecture and lab activities, the course will use animation development systems to develop the necessary skills of the professional animator. Programs utilized in this class will include industry standard integration packages. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2605 Animation IV: Advanced 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 2600 This capstone course for the Animation and Cartoon Arts series is designed to prepare students for a career in the animation industry. Through individual and team efforts, students prepare noteworthy animated and cartoon productions in a variety of media formats. The course stresses artistic attributes and perfection of technical abilities as well as a professional approach to a deadline-oriented business. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2660 Virtual Set and World 2 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 2600 The design of visual backgrounds used in media presentations has become a large part of the broadcast and interactive media industry. Designing two and three-dimensional gvirtual setsh has become so sophisticated that it is often difficult to determine backgrounds are real and which have been created by the virtual artist. This course explores the application and implementation of computer animation platforms in the design and development of virtual worlds and explains through practical application the interaction of virtual and real world media components. (4 contact hours: 1 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2680 Staff Practice II: Animation and 1 Credit Prerequisite: MDIA 2600 An advanced production requirement of the Animation and Cartoon Arts Program, this course provides students with an open forum for the development of animation and cartoons. Through direct application of the craft, students will further learn to integrate and implement skills of audio and moving drawings into completed works. Capstone projects provide direct demonstrations of studentsf abilities as engineer, producer, project leader, or team member in both group and individual settings. Students will add animation projects to their demonstration portfolios. (3 contact hours: 3 lab) MDIA 2700 Interactive Entertainment III: Applied 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 1705 This course explores the integration of tools and applications for game development with principles of game logic and artistic design. Through a variety of lecture and lab activities, the course will use computer-based media systems to develop the necessary skills for professional interactive media integration. Programs utilized in this class will include industry standard development packages providing computer-based games as well as games for standard industry video platforms. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2705 Interactive Entertainment IV: Advanced Design and Production 3 Credits Prerequisite: MDIA 2700 This studio capstone course acquaints students with major aspects of interactive entertainment portfolio preparation and presentation. Emphasis is on team production, with each student preparing a personal portfolio. The course introduces and studies professional criteria necessary for employment in the game media industry. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDIA 2780 Staff Practice II: Interactive Entertainment 1 Credit Prerequisite: MDIA 2700 An advanced production requirement of the Interactive Entertainment Technology Program, this course provides students with an open forum for the development of games for various platforms. Through direct application of the craft, students will further learn to integrate and implement skills into completed works. Capstone projects provide direct demonstrations of studentsf abilities as engineer, producer, project leader, or team member in both group and individual settings. Students will add game projects to their demonstration portfolio. (3 contact hours: 3 lab) MEDICAL ASSISTING MDAS 1100 Clinical Medical 3 Credits Prerequisite: HLTH 1210 This course introduces the theory and practice of clinical procedures commonly used in the physicianfs office, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs and assisting with physical examinations, minor surgical procedures, and specialty examinations and procedures. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDAS 1200 Administrative Medical 3 Credits This course focuses on specialized administrative duties of medical office personnel, including managing records, screening and processing mail, scheduling, and monitoring appointments, and managing the office, both physically and financially. (5 contact 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDAS 1300 Physician Offi ce 3 Credits Prerequisite: HLTH 1210 This course focuses on the fundamentals of laboratory procedures for students preparing for a career in Medical Assisting. It includes theory and practice in basic laboratory testing, specimen transport, laboratory safety, quality control and basic laboratory instrumentation. (5 contact hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab) MDAS 1700 Medical Assisting 3 Credits Prerequisite: CPR-American Heart Association: Health Care Provider, successful completion of all other courses required in the Medical Assisting program, typing speed of 40 WPM on a 5 minute timing, MDAS 1800 (must be taken concurrently) This course specializes in the application of skills acquired in previous medical assisting coursework. Students will gain experience in both administrative and clinical offi procedures. (15 contact hours: 15 clinical) MDAS 1800 Medical Assisting 1 Credit Prerequisite: successful completion of all other courses required in the Medical Assisting program, typing speed of 40 WPM on a 5 minute timing, MDAS 1700 (must be taken concurrently) This course introduces issues and trends in medical assisting, government regulations, professional development, employment opportunities, interviewing techniques, resume writing, job seeking skills, and discussion of practicum experiences. (1 contact hour)

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