LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULUM GUIDE
Motion Picture Production
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Curriculum Code: 0902 (Effective Fall 2003 - Summer 2008)
Since the first film screening in 1895, motion pictures have grown into one of
the world's most influential communication media and the United States' second
leading export. The Motion Picture Production degree gives students extensive
hands-on experience in creative and technical filmmaking skills, and it provides
the opportunity to build a demonstration reel showcasing a student's ability.
Filmmakers usually work in teams, each member specializing in one field such as
cinematography, sound recording, lighting, special effects, or animation. While
most films are produced by California companies, there are motion pictures made
in every state. Filmmakers may work as independent contractors or find employment
in companies that rent facilities, sell equipment, or contract services for film
productions. Not all courses in this program transfer to all colleges. Students
planning to transfer should see an academic advisor or counselor before enrolling
in any course.
PREREQUISITES
Students should see Course Descriptions or Course Offerings for course
prerequisite information. See the Assessment and Placement Testing section for
skills assessment and advising information.
INFORMATION
Contact the Visual Arts and Media Department, Academic and Office Facility, Room
208A, telephone number (517) 483-1574.
REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 28 CREDITS
CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
ARTS 102 Design & Communication 3
FILM 118 Film Production I 4
FILM 226 Film Production II 4
FILM 227 Film Production III 4
IMAG 101 Basic Photog for Non-Majors 2
MTEC 120 Audio Production I 4
MTEC 152 Video Production Techniques 4
MTEC 252 Lighting for Television/Video 3
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 34-40 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 13-17 Credits
(See General Education Core Requirements for information on how to fulfill these
requirements. Core area proficiency exams, where appropriate, are available for
each core area.)
Communication Core Area (See Note 1) 0
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3-4
Mathematics Core Area 3-4
Science Core Area 4-5
Writing Core Area 3-4
CHOICE 2: Techniques and Technology 15 Credits
ARTS 105 Adobe Photoshop: Non-Majors 2
ARTS 195 Employ/Busn Issues for Artists 1
BUSN 295 Small Business Management 3
ELCT 161 Soldering/Desoldering 1
ELTE 100 Electrical Safety Practices 1
FILM 203 Topics in Film/Animation 3
FILM 220 Screenwriting 3
MTEC 121 Audio Recording I 4
MTEC 153 Video Post-Production Technqs 4
STEC 100 Intro to Stage Tech Industry 2
STEC 120 Stage Lighting and Electricity 3
STEC 140 Theatrical Make-Up/Wardrobe 3
STEC 150 Stage and Arena Rigging 3
CHOICE 3: Social Issues 3-4 Credits
ENGL 240 The Film as Art 4
MTEC 243 Ethics/Social Impact of Media (See Note 2) 3
CHOICE 4: Capstone Experience 3-4 Credits
FILM 281 Motion Picture Internship (See Note 3) 3
FILM 290 Motion Picture Portfolio (See Note 4) 4
MINIMUM TOTAL 62
NOTES:
1. Students completing "REQUIREMENTS" have fulfilled the requirements
for this Core area.
2. Students in this curriculum may be granted approval to waive the
prerequisites for this course by contacting an advisor in the Visual Arts
and Media Department prior to registration.
3. Enrollment in FILM 281 will be limited to Motion Picture production
Majors who have successfully completed 75% of their FILM course
work.
4. Enrollment in FILM 290 will be limited to Motion Picture Production
Majors who have successfully completed 75% of their FILM course
work.
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to
offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course
sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have transferred
in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill) should contact
an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments.
I II III IV
ARTS 102 FILM 226 FILM 227 Lim.Ch.
FILM 118 MTEC 152 Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
IMAG 101 MTEC 252 Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
MTEC 120 Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
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