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PJMT
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/PJMT/
PJMT 525:
Agile Project Management Methodologies
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