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PJMT
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https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
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PJMT 525:
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Agile Project Management Methodologies
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Agile project management concepts and a set of frameworks that covers the people, products, and techniques required to successfully implement projects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13920D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Kaali Dass
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 530:
|
Quality and Process Improvement
|
Quality and performance improvement projects and methodologies used to implement them with a focus on Six Sigma, Lean, and Total Quality Management.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13924D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Marcus Butler
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 535:
|
Specialized Project Management
|
Explores several industries and entities and their developed project management methodologies to meet industry-specific needs through traditional approaches and partnerships in various sectors.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13928D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Michael Hannan
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 540:
|
Organizational Change Management and Business Relationships
|
Students learn to cultivate the necessary components for stakeholder management on nearly any change within an organization through change management and business relationship management.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13932D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Victoria Beltran
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 545:
|
Program Management
|
Managing and coordinating multiple organizational projects with a focus on project alignment, organizational goals, performance maximization, risk minimization, and program success.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13936D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Cheryl Coleman
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 550:
|
Portfolio Management
|
Structured approach to design, build, and manage a project portfolio, focusing on strategic implementation and operational initiatives to create sustainable value.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13940D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Jennifer Baker
|
PJMT
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
|
PJMT 555:
|
Project Management Capstone
|
Utilize skills gained throughout the program to demonstrate the ability to plan and implement a project from conception to conclusion.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Project Management
|
13944D
|
5:30-7:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Michael Faia
|
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 541b:
|
Producing Workshop
|
Further hands-on creative and physical filmmaking, making more advanced short films. Open to PFTM students only. Duplicates credit in CTPR-504 and CMPP 541.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CMPP 541a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19641D
|
2:00-4:50pm
|
Mon, Wed
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 560:
|
Script Development
|
From idea and story to finished shooting script. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19553D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 564:
|
Digital Media and Entertainment
|
Exploring the effect of digital media on the entertainment landscape. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19558D
|
7:30-10:30pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 568:
|
Producing for Television
|
Discussions of the creative and financial aspects of television producing. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19556D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 569:
|
Seminar on Non-Mainstream Producing
|
Discussions on non-major studio producing options, including non-traditional financing and non-theatrical producing. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19560D
|
7:30-10:30pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 570:
|
Advanced Television
|
Advanced studies of the business of television, including the economic structure of the television industry. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19563D
|
7:30-10:30pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 592:
|
Individual Project Seminar
|
Directed Research project and seminars in related topics. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19572D
|
7:30-10:30pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
| null |
CMPP
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CMPP/
|
CMPP 599:
|
Special Topics
|
Investigation of new and emerging aspects of producing motion pictures and television; special and experimental subjects. Open to PFTM students only.
|
(2.0-4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Producing for Film, Television and New Media
|
19567D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 428:
|
Fundamentals of Entertainment Law and Dealmaking
|
An introduction to the legal aspects of securing and protecting content in all forms of media, and the business side of project development and implementation.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Business of Cinematic Arts, Business Administration (Cinematic Arts)
|
17835D
|
6:30-9:20pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Mandi Brooksbank
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 441:
|
Business and Cinematic Arts Entertainment Practicum
|
Application of business and cinematic arts concepts to entertainment industry networking and career-building experiences. Peer collaboration/competition, and identifying organizational compatibility.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Business Administration (Cinematic Arts), Business of Cinematic Arts
|
17829D
|
6:00-8:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 481:
|
Entertainment Industry Launchpad
|
Provides senior Business of Cinematic Arts majors with the practical and theoretical skills needed to launch their entry into the Entertainment Industry.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Business of Cinematic Arts, Business Administration (Cinematic Arts)
|
17817D
|
6:00-9:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Samuel Canter,Christian Sutton
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 490x:
|
Directed Research
|
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
|
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
|
17800D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Michael Renov
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 495:
|
Internship in Cinematic Arts
|
On-the-job film, television, and interactive industry experience in the areas of interest of the individual student. Requires departmental approval.
|
(1.0-4.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17836D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 499:
|
Special Topics
|
Selected topics in cinematic arts.
|
(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17825R
|
5:00-7:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Steven Brookman
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 522:
|
The Television Industry: Networks, Cable and the Internet
|
The current state of the television industry and future business paradigms.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17842D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 524:
|
Digital Technologies and the Entertainment Industry
|
The impact of digital technologies on the film, television, and music industries from content creation to distribution.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17804D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 530:
|
Cinematic Ethics
|
An introductory course in the ethical questions professionals encounter in the field of cinematic arts. Case studies and guest lectures.
|
(1.0 unit)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
|
17810D
|
9:30-11:20am
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Discussion
|
Lisa Leeman
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 562:
|
Seminar in Motion Picture Business
|
Problems of studio operation, production, distribution, exhibition or legal procedures relating to the motion picture.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17841D
|
6:00-9:00pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 563:
|
The Business of Representation
|
Various roles an agent, manager, attorney and publicist play in representing talent, producers and writers. Taught by professionals who are at the forefront of the entertainment industry.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17843D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 590:
|
Directed Research
|
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
|
(1.0-12.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17807D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Michael Renov
|
CNTV
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CNTV/
|
CNTV 595:
|
Professional Practicum
|
Film, media, archival and interactive industry experience in areas of interest to the individual student, and development of a personal brand. Requires departmental approval.
|
(1.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
|
17848D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 102L:
|
Introduction to the Art of Movement
|
Theory and practice of animation with a focus on movement, gesture, timing and performance. Open to freshman in Animation and Digital Arts majors only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 101
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17956D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Luis Grane
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 110:
|
Design Fundamentals for Animation I
|
Developing skills in design, composition, shape language, image-making, and visual thinking to create more sophisticated style frames and imagery for animation practice.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17992D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Justin Parpan
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 200g:
|
The Rise of Digital Hollywood
|
An overview of the evolution of computer graphics in modern media.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17960R
|
12:00-3:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Tom Sito
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 201L:
|
Intermediate Animation Production
|
Tools, skills and procedures used in animation production with a focus on professional execution of independent and collaborative productions. Prerequisite: CTAN 102. Open to sophomore animation majors only.
|
(3.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 102
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Sophomore
|
17922D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Katie Smith
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 202L:
|
Introduction to 3-D Character Animation
|
3-D animation performance utilizing preset rigs and virtual characters. Emphasis on timing, gesture, and performance.
|
(3.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17957D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Morgan Kelly
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 336:
|
Ideation and Pre-Production
|
Emphasis on lateral thinking working across boundaries to find underlying principles in terms of ideation: the act of becoming an agent of ideas.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 301
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior
|
17855D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Josh Staub
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 401b:
|
Senior Project
|
b: Completion and exhibition of the short animated film to demonstrate understanding and further examination of the possibilities of animation time based graphic media. Open to senior animation majors only.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 401a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
|
17853D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Eric Hanson
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 420:
|
Concept Design for Animation
|
Creating characters and environments for animation, live action, and video games.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17917D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
John Mahoney
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 425:
|
Studio Careers: Story to Screen
|
Seminar featuring guest speakers from major animation studios to provide an overview of a feature animation pipeline from development to pre-production, production and post-production.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17858D
|
1:00-2:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Josh Staub
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 432:
|
The World of Visual Effects
|
Introduction to the expanding field of visual effects; topics include integration for cinematic storytelling and the study of digital productions employing the latest visual effects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17856R
|
4:30-7:20pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Craig Barron
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 436:
|
Writing for Animation
|
Workshop exploring concept and structure of long and short form animated films through practical writing exercises.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17865R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Elizabeth Brauer
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 452:
|
Introduction to 3-D Computer Animation
|
Lecture and laboratory in computer animation: geometric modeling, motion specification, lighting, texture mapping, rendering, compositing, production techniques, systems for computer-synthesized animation using Maya software.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17891D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Dariush Derakhshani
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 454:
|
Real-Time Animation
|
The fundamentals of lighting and rendering in real-time. Creating complex, compelling and dynamic scenes and manipulating them in real-time using Unreal Engine.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17919D
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Jordan Halsey
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 460:
|
Character Design Workshop
|
The basics of character design for animation: anatomy, poses, facial expressions, silhouettes, and anthropomorphism. Development of a portfolio.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17909D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Tapan Gandhi
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 462:
|
Visual Effects
|
Survey of contemporary concepts and approaches to production in the current state of film and video effects work. Digital and traditional methodologies will be covered, with a concentration on digital exercises illustrating modern techniques.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17900D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Maurice Bastian
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 465L:
|
Digital Effects Animation
|
All aspects of digital effects animation, including particles, dynamics, and fluids. Creating water, fire, explosions, and destruction in film.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTAN 452 or CTAN 462)
|
Not available
|
17912D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Domin Lee
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 480:
|
Advanced Character Animation for Games
|
Advanced techniques for animating 3-D creature characters in games. An emphasis on unique non-human fantasy characters.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 280
|
Not available
|
17910D
|
1:00-2:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Caleb Bladh
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 495:
|
Visual Music
|
Creating visual music animation in a variety of forms and styles. Exploring the relationship between music, movement, and visual expression. Freshmen and sophomores not eligible.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore
|
17906D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
Michael Patterson
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 496:
|
Directed Studies
|
Individual research under faculty guidance.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17908D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Tom Sito
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 497L:
|
Procedural Animation
|
Introduction to software packages and practices exploring current animation techniques that leverage simulation systems. Artificial intelligence as a tool for animation.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 452
|
Not available
|
17921D
|
9:00-11:50am
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jordan Halsey
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 503:
|
Storyboarding for Animation
|
Focus on film grammar, perspective, and layout, staging and acting as it relates to storyboarding for animation.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17920D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Tom Sito
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 504L:
|
Creative Production in Virtual Reality
|
A creative studio course in producing both a linear cinematic virtual reality short film and associated real-time immersive experience.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17990D
|
9:00-11:50am
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Eric Hanson
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 510:
|
Inside Story: Creative Development for Animation
|
A creative development workshop for animated pitch storytelling, supported by an introduction to character development and story structure fundamentals.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17947D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Abram Makowka
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 511:
|
Demystifying the TV Animation Pipeline
|
The practical aspects of producing a 2-D animation series. Identifying and understanding the 2-D pipeline.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17929D
|
7:00-8:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Monica Mitchell
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 535:
|
Fundamentals of 3-D Character Animation
|
Applying traditional principles to 3-D character animation in Maya, with a focus on character performance and acting.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 530 and CTAN 533
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17958D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jason Reisig
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 543:
|
Fictional World Building in Animation
|
Constructing a persuasive fictional animated world via narrative techniques, a fixed premise and a degree of believability supported by five fundamental visual design elements.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17931D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
Jang Lee
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 547:
|
Animation Production I
|
Production of an animation project from creative concept and design through completion.
|
(3.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 519
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17946D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Michael Patterson
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 564L:
|
Motion Capture Fundamentals
|
Fundamental principles of motion capture technology explored while working through a structured series of assignments based around performance, gesture and motion.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTAN 452 or CTAN 462)
|
Not available
|
17997D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
John Brennan
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 572:
|
3-D Motion Graphic Design
|
A creative 3-D motion graphics course focusing on animation technique, design and skills in Cinema 4-D.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17999D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Moses Journey
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 588:
|
Cinematic Storytelling for Animators
|
Techniques and cinematic language employed in both live action and animation by cinematographers and layout artists to tell visual stories.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 586
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17923D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Damon Obeirne
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 591:
|
Animation Pre-Thesis Seminar
|
Research, development, and preparation of the concept, script, storyboards and preliminary designs for thesis projects to be executed in CTAN 594abz.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17972D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Candace Reckinger
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 592:
|
Master Class
|
A special projects course in which students produce a major work through weekly meetings with a master artist/animator. Topics must be approved prior to enrollment. Recommended preparation: Previous advanced animation production experience. Recommended preparation: Previous advanced animation production experience.
|
(2.0-6.0 units, max 12)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17976D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
Peter Chung
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 593:
|
Directed Studies in Animation
|
Individual exploration in the areas of contemporary technology, animation techniques or experimental film through internships, residencies or directed studies. Open only to Animation and Digital Arts master students.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Animation and Digital Arts
|
17953D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Tom Sito
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 594b:
|
Master's Thesis
|
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Graded CR/NC.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTAN 594a
|
Not available
|
17983D
|
10:00-11:50am
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jason Reisig
|
CTAN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTAN/
|
CTAN 599:
|
Special Topics
|
Detailed investigation of new or emerging aspects of cinema; special subjects offered by visiting faculty; experimental subjects.
|
(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
17991D
|
7:00-9:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Jaewon Lee
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 150gw:
|
Visions of Diversity in the Cinematic Arts
|
Representations of marginalized groups in digital media, and how they have shaped conversations, altered public discourse and policy, and impacted the lives of underrepresented people.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
|
18002D
|
9:00-11:50am
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Gordon Bellamy
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 190g:
|
Introduction to Cinema
|
Gateway to majors and minors in cinematic arts. Technique, aesthetics, criticism, and social implications of cinema. Lectures accompanied by screenings of appropriate films.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18000R
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
George Carstocea
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 191:
|
Introduction to Television and Video
|
Exploration of the economic, technological, aesthetic, and ideological characteristics of the televisual medium; study of historical development of television and video including analysis of key works; introduction to TV/Video theory and criticism.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18061R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Aniko Imre
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 192mg:
|
Race, Class, and Gender in American Film
|
Analyzes issues of race, class and gender in contemporary American culture as represented in the cinema.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18070R
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Kara Keeling
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 201:
|
History of the International Cinema II
|
The development of international cinema from World War II to the present. Lectures, screenings and discussions.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18075R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Simran Bhalla
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 300:
|
Introduction to Theories of Cinema and Media
|
Introduction to theoretical works in cinema and media studies, emphasizing concepts to interrogate media objects. Lectures and discussion orient majors to their cohort and field.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinema and Media Studies
|
18086D
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Lan Duong
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 394:
|
History of American Cinema since 1960
|
The development of American cinema since the end of Classical Hollywood and its relationship to American history and culture. Lectures, screenings and discussions.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18142R
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Courtney White
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 402:
|
Practicum in Film/Television Criticism
|
Exercise in writing film and television criticism using new and classic films and television programs.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18090R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Ella Taylor
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 403:
|
Studies in National and Regional Media
|
Detailed investigation of traditions, achievements, and trends of film and/or electronic media in a particular country or region.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18098R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Nitin Govil
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 407:
|
African American Cinema
|
Intensive survey of African American cinema; topics include history, criticism, politics, and cinema's relationship to other artifacts of African American culture.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18143R
|
1:00-5:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Todd Boyd
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 409:
|
Censorship in Cinema
|
An inquiry into the practice and patterns of censorship in cinema.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18105R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Courtney White
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 411:
|
Film, Television and Cultural Studies
|
Detailed examination of film/television from the perspectives and insights of Cultural Studies; focus on the production and reception of cultural texts, practices, and communities.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18106R
|
9:00-10:50am
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
William Whittington
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 412:
|
Gender, Sexuality and Media
|
Examines how gender and sexuality are figured in cinema and television with an emphasis on the development of feminist media theory.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18107R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
Tara Mcpherson
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 464:
|
Film and/or Television Genres
|
Rigorous examination of film and/or television genres: history, aesthetics, cultural context, social significance, and critical methodologies.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18121R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
J.D. Connor
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 466:
|
Theatrical Film Symposium
|
Lectures and readings on creative problems in the motion picture industry; current films; interviews with visiting producers, directors, writers, performers.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18125R
|
6:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Leonard Maltin
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 467:
|
Television Symposium
|
Lectures and readings on creative problems in the television industry; study of current and historical trends, interviews with producers, directors, writers and performers.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18126R
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Mary Mcnamara
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 469:
|
Film and/or Television Style Analysis
|
Intensive study of the style of an auteur, studio, film or television making mode in terms of thematic and formal properties and their influences upon the art of film.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18138R
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Luci Marzola
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 473:
|
Film and Media Theory
|
Influential ideas and theoretical approaches that have shaped the making and study of film. Students are encouraged to take this course in their junior year.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTCS 190
|
Not available
|
18140D
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Thomas Pringle
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 494:
|
Advanced Cinema and Media Studies Seminar
|
Rotating topics involving detailed study of the historical, cultural and aesthetic analysis of film, television, and new media technologies.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen
|
18145R
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Jelena Culibrk
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 501:
|
World Cinema Before 1945
|
Historical survey of global cinema from its beginnings until 1945.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18161D
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Vicki Callahan
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 503:
|
Survey History of the United States Sound Film
|
Survey history of the United States film from 1927 to the present, with emphasis upon film as art form, economic institution, technology, and cultural product.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18165D
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
J.D. Connor
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 505:
|
Survey of Interactive Media
|
A survey course exploring the historical, cultural, business, creative, and technological aspects of the new interactive media.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18173D
|
6:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Kiki Benzon
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 517:
|
Topics in Cultural Studies
|
Introduction to central concepts, key theories and leading figures in cultural studies, particularly as they relate to issues of popular culture and visual media.
|
(4.0 units, max 12)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18176D
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Nitin Govil
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 567:
|
Seminar in Film/Television and a Related Art
|
Historical, critical, aesthetic, and theoretical issues raised by a comparison of cinema and television and other allied art forms.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18146D
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Jennifer Wild
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 673:
|
Topics in Theory
|
Contemporary theoretical frameworks and their relationship to film and television studies. Topics differ from semester to semester.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18187D
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Aniko Imre
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 677:
|
Cultural Theory
|
Seminar in theoretical approaches to cultural studies; focus on interdisciplinary research of media and audiences, covering a range of methods and theoretical frameworks; concentration varies.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18190D
|
2:00-5:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Thomas Pringle
|
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 790:
|
Research
|
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department.
|
(1.0-12.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18205D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 794a:
|
Doctoral Dissertation
|
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18215D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 794b:
|
Doctoral Dissertation
|
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTCS 794A
|
Not available
|
18220D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 794c:
|
Doctoral Dissertation
|
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTCS 794B
|
Not available
|
18225D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 794d:
|
Doctoral Dissertation
|
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTCS 794C
|
Not available
|
18230D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTCS
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTCS/
|
CTCS 794z:
|
Doctoral Dissertation
|
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.
|
(0.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTCS 794D
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student
|
18235D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTIN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTIN/
|
CTIN 181:
|
Video Game QA Management
|
Survey of game software development through quality assurance and in-depth analysis of the development cycle with a focus on bug testing systems, methodologies and QA Management.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
31828R
|
1:00-2:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Kyle Ackerman
|
CTIN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTIN/
|
CTIN 252:
|
Themed Concept Development: Creativity, Research, Ideation
|
Processes used in the themed entertainment industry to research concepts, develop concepts and deliver creative product.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18404D
|
4:00-7:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Joseph Garlington
|
CTIN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTIN/
|
CTIN 289:
|
Game Development Fundamentals
|
Covers core skills for creating in a digital game engine, the role of prototyping in the game development and the use of version control systems.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTIN 101 or ITP 165)
|
Not available
|
18428D
|
3:00-4:50pm
|
Tue, Thu
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jonathan Ogilvy
|
CTIN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTIN/
|
CTIN 290:
|
Digital Media Workshop
|
Exploration of a variety of moving image aesthetics and methodologies in order to highlight how the language of cinema shapes contemporary digital and interactive media practices.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18401D
|
3:00-5:20pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jesse Vigil
|
CTIN
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTIN/
|
CTIN 291:
|
Advanced Games Crew
|
Hands-on creating experiences for students who want to work as crew on an advanced game project.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18408R
|
2:00-5:20pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Andrew Nealen,David White,Mason Lieberman,Timothy Lee
|
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