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ENG 412 - Studies in African Literature 3 hrs.
A study of major contemporary African writers.
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ENG 413 - Survey of The Modern Novel 3 hrs.
Examines major British and continental novels of the last 100 years.
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ENG 415 - Survey of Modern Poetry 3 hrs.
This course will acquaint students with the work of the significant modern poets, as well as the modern period’s important poetic innovations and movements.
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ENG 416 - Literature of the Transatlantic World 3 hrs.
English language writings that chart the literacy and cultural exchanges that define the transatlantic world.
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ENG 417 - Survey of Modern Drama 3 hrs.
Surveys important British and continental dramas of the 20th century.
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ENG 418 - Literature for the Adolescent 3 hrs.
Study of literature and pedagogical theory for use with secondary school students.
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ENG 419 - Studies in World Literature 3 hrs.
Focuses on world literature, other than British and American, from the 19th century to the present; repeatable to nine hours.
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ENG 421 - Fiction Writing III 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 221 (or ENG 223 ) and ENG 321 . Provides an opportunity to develop techniques of fiction writing; repeatable to nine hours.
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ENG 422 - Poetry Writing III 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 222 (or ENG 223 ) and ENG 322 . Provides an opportunity to develop techniques of poetry writing; repeatable to nine hours.
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ENG 423 - Creative Nonfiction Writing 3 hrs.
Workshop in writing non-fiction prose: personal essay, reviews, opinion.
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ENG 425 - Readings in the Theory of Fiction 3 hrs.
Emphasizes theories and forms of contemporary fiction; repeatable to six hours.
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ENG 426 - Readings in the Theory of Poetry 3 hrs.
Emphasizes theories and forms of contemporary poetry; repeatable to six hours.
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ENG 430 - Advanced Professional and Technical Writing Genres and Topics 3 hrs.
Theory, methods, and practice in writing clear, concise technical writing and professional genres, including related documents; analysis, rhetorical approaches, and research methods. Topics and genres may include multimodal compositions, grant proposals, ethical concerns in technical writing, and workplace service learning.
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ENG 432 - Special Topics in Public Writing and Rhetoric 3 hrs.
This course emphasizes critical thinking, writing, and research skills through the investigation of topics in public discourse.
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ENG 440 - Literary Criticism 3 hrs.
Provides a historical approach to the study of literary criticism from the classical period to the present. Emphasis will be on major texts and critics.
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ENG 441 - Topics in Literary Theory 3 hrs.
Provides a focused study of a particular literary theory or theories; course is repeatable to six hours with varied content.
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ENG 445 - Studies in Children’s and Young Adult Literature 3 hrs.
Explores various literary topics in children’s or young adult literature in a seminar setting; repeatable to six hours.
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ENG 450 - Survey of Medieval Literature, 500-1500 3 hrs.
Surveys world literature of the period.
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ENG 451 - Chaucer 3 hrs.
Emphasizes a close reading of The Canterbury Tales.
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ENG 452 - Arthurian Literature 3 hrs.
Surveys the literature treating the legend of King Arthur.
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ENG 454 - Survey of Shakespeare 3 hrs.
Studies a selected group of Shakespeare’s work, including plays of several genres.
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ENG 455 - Studies in Shakespeare 3 hrs.
Studies a selected group of Shakespeare’s work according to genre, theme or special topic.
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ENG 456 - Survey of 16th-Century English Literature 3 hrs.
Surveys the more important English writers of this period.
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ENG 457 - Survey of the Development of British Drama to 1642 3 hrs.
Surveys English drama from its beginnings to 1642, exclusive of Shakespeare.
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ENG 458 - Survey of 17th-Century British Prose and Poetry 3 hrs.
Surveys the period 1600-1660, with emphasis on the “schools” of Donne and Jonson.
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ENG 459 - Milton 3 hrs.
Focuses on the poetry and prose of Milton, with emphasis on the major works.
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ENG 460 - Survey of British Literature, 1660-1740 3 hrs.
Surveys British literature from the Restoration to 1740.
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ENG 461 - Major Writers of the 18th-Century 3 hrs.
English authors from the reign of Queen Anne through the French Revolution.
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ENG 462 - Survey of British Literature, 1740-1798 3 hrs.
Surveys British literature from 1740 to 1798.
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ENG 463 - Victorian Fiction and Prose 3 hrs.
Surveys British fiction and nonfiction prose in the period 1830-1900.
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ENG 464 - Survey of the British Novel to 1900 3 hrs.
Surveys the development of British fiction from Richardson through Hardy.
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ENG 465 - Survey of 19th-Century British Literature: Romantic 3 hrs.
Surveys poetry and prose of the period 1790 to 1830.
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ENG 466 - Victorian Poetry and Drama 3 hrs.
Surveys British poetry and drama of the period 1830 to 1900.
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ENG 467 - Survey of 20th-Century British Literature 3 hrs.
Surveys major 20th-century British writers, emphasizing novelists and dramatists.
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ENG 468 - British Women Writers 3 hrs.
Emphasizes literature written by British women writers; variable content.
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ENG 469 - Studies in British Literature 3 hrs.
Examines various topics in British literature; repeatable to nine hours.
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ENG 470 - Studies in Antebellum Literature 3 hrs.
Examines the writings of Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne, Melville, Whitman and others.
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ENG 471 - Studies in American Literature of Realism and Naturalism 3 hrs.
Examines American literature after the Civil War, focusing on realism and naturalism.
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ENG 472 - Survey of American Drama 3 hrs.
Surveys American drama from its beginnings to the present, with emphasis on the 20th century.
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ENG 473 - Studies in African-American Literature 3 hrs.
Focuses on specific genres, topics or writers of African-American literature.
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ENG 474 - Studies in Colonial and Early American Literature 3 hrs.
Anglo-American writing of the New World, from encounter and colonization to the Revolution and the development of nationalism.
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ENG 475 - Studies in American Modernism 3 hrs.
Explores topics and writers in American literature during the period 1900-1945.
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ENG 476 - American Literature After 1945 3 hrs.
Surveys key topics, movements, authors and texts from World War II to the present; repeatable to six hours.
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ENG 477 - Survey of the American Novel 1920 to 1960 3 hrs.
Surveys techniques and historical backgrounds of the major novelists.
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ENG 478 - American Women Writers 3 hrs.
Emphasizes literature written by American women writers; variable content.
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ENG 485 - Survey of Literature of the South 3 hrs.
Emphasizes the fiction, poetry and drama of 20th-century Southern writers.
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ENG 489 - Studies in American Literature 3 hrs.
Focuses on notable movements, genres and problems of American literature; repeatable to nine hours.
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ENG 490 - Reading/Writing Theory and Application 3 hrs.
Focuses on reading/writing theory and applications for teacher-licensure students.
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ENG 491 - Secondary English Practicum 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 313 . Corequisite(s): ENG 491L. Focuses on methods and experiences of teaching English in secondary schools.
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ENG 492 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Provides the opportunity to pursue a special topic or area of interest. Repeatable to nine hours. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors project will enroll in ENG 492H.)
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ENG 493 - Irish Studies 4 hrs.
A three-week course taught in Ireland as part of the Southern Miss British Studies Program. Content will vary.
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ENG 494 - Practice Teaching in English I 6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
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ENG 495 - Practice Teaching in English II 6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
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ENG 496 - Caribbean Studies 3-6 hrs.
Variable content.
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ENG 497 - Special Topics in British Studies 6 hrs.
In-depth study in selected topics in British literature; part of the Southern Miss British Studies Program.
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ENG 498 - British Studies I 3-6 hrs.
A five-week course taught in London, England; generally offers an intensive study of topics and figures from the beginnings of English literature to 1800.
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ENG 499 - British Studies II 3-6 hrs.
A five-week course taught in London, England; generally offers an intensive study of topics and figures in English literature from 1800 to the present.
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Environmental Science |
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ESC 301 - Living in the Environment 3 hrs.
Physical, biological, social, political and economic problems associated with current environmental issues.
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ESC 302 - Environmental Improvement Project 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): ESC 301 . Performing an actual environmental improvement project.
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ESC 330 - Principles of Environmental Health 3 hrs.
Environmental factors relating to transmission of communicable disease, chemical and physical hazards to man.
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ESC 392 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
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ESC 401 - Environmental Sampling 4 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 104 and ESC 301 . Methods for sampling solids, liquids and gases for environmental testing.
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ESC 406 - Environmental Remediation 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 104 . A study of the environmental remediation process and methods for contaminated soils, sludges, slurries and water systems.
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ESC 450 - Pollution Control 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 104 . Study of pollution, its origins and effects, and methods of pollution abatement. Emphasis on control mechanisms, industrial control equipment and operations.
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ESC 492 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
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Family and Consumer Sciences |
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FCS 201 - Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing. Development of knowledge and skills needed by the professional in family and consumer sciences; includes at least 15 hours of observation. (CC 1121)
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FCS 301 - Communication Skills for Professionals 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 313 . Planning and organizing the family and consumer sciences curriculum; use of various instructional strategies; managing the learning environment; includes at least 15 hours of practical experience.
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FCS 404 - Consumer Economics 3 hrs.
Study of how consumers, business and government interact in the exchange of goods and services in the marketplace.
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FCS 409 - Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences 3 hrs.
Developing and evaluating teaching units for family and consumer sciences-related occupational programs.
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FCS 412 - Supervised Field Experience in Family and Consumer Sciences-Related Occupations 6 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Preparation for Mississippi certification in occupational family and consumer sciences; supervised work experience is required.
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FCS 490 - Student Teaching in Junior or Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences 7 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): FCS 301 with grade no lower than B and permission of instructor. Supervised field-based internship in junior high school or middle school family and consumer sciences instruction.
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FCS 491 - Student Teaching in Senior High School Family and Consumer Sciences 7 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): FCS 301 with grade no lower than B and permission of instructor. Supervised field-based internship in senior high school family and consumer sciences instruction.
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FCS 492 - Special Problems 1-4 hrs. Arr.
Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honor project will enroll in FCS 492H.)
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Family Relations |
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FAM 101 - Introduction to Professional Studies 1 hr.
Introduces the integrative nature of professions dealing with quality of life for individuals and families and issues of professional ethics.
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FAM 150 - Social and Professional Development 3 hrs.
Study of skills and competencies necessary for effective social and professional interactions with an emphasis on ethics and family science principles. (CC1112)
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FAM 151 - Personal Development and Interpersonal Relationships 3 hrs.
A study of human development through awareness and understanding of peer and family relationships. (CC2143)
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FAM 200 - Introduction to Child and Family Studies 1 hr.
Orientation to the field of Family and Consumer Sciences, Child and Family Studies policies, and university resources.
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FAM 201 - CFS Academic Success 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. A study of academic, personal and financial factors that impact academic success and learning. Students will apply strategies to optimize their potential for success in their academic and professional endeavors.
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FAM 332 - Professional Presence and Influence 3 hrs.
A study of professional presence as related to business dress, appearance, and behavior and its impact on interpersonal and professional relationships.
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FAM 333 - Children, Families, and Technology 3 hrs.
Technology-mediated communication and mobile technology influences on children, families, and schools from a bioecological perspective.
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FAM 351 - Marital and Family Relationships 3 hrs.
A study of relationship changes over the family life cycle with an emphasis on the systemic nature of interactions.
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FAM 352 - Families and Adolescents 3 hrs.
Study of the changes, experiences and needs of families and adolescents from a family systems perspective.
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FAM 401 - Family Life Education 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Restricted to CFS majors only and senior standing. General philosophy and broad principles of family life education with emphasis on planning, implementing and evaluating such educational programs. Writing Intensive
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FAM 435 - Families in Crisis 3 hrs.
An overview of the helping relationship in crises using basic listening and responding skills and skills for building strong community and professional response in times of family crisis.
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FAM 442 - Personal and Family Financial Management 3 hrs.
Evaluation of skills in managing financial resources across the family life span with attention to quality of life issues.
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FAM 450 - Sexuality in the Family System 3 hrs.
Research and theory on the impact of family life-cycle changes on sexuality, intimacy and gender needs and implications for family professional.
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FAM 452 - Parenthood 3 hrs.
Relationships of parents and children, with emphasis on parenting styles and practices; the need for parent education based on theory and practices that promot optimal adult development are stressed.
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FAM 453 - The Family in Later Life 3 hrs.
An examination of the aging process with emphasis on intergenerational relationships, family life-cycle, normative and non-normative changes and influences, and multiple stressors.
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FAM 455 - Family Theories 3 hrs.
An examination of systems theory and other commonly used theoretical approaches to better understand and increase insight into families and development across the lifespan.
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FAM 456 - Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing and 2.5 GPA. An introductory study of the historical, conceptual and contemporary contexts of the profession of marriage and family therapy.
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FAM 475 - Contemporary Issues Affecting the Quality of Life 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing and FAM 455 . Senior Capstone. Restricted to CFS majors. An integration of knowledge and skills that focuses on a systemic perspective and the family professional’s role in improving quality of life for children and families.
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FAM 490 - Practicum 1-9 hrs.
Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
Prerequisite(s): senior standing and FAM 455 . Restricted to child and family studies majors. Supervised practicum in a departmentally approved work setting that serves to connect academic preparation with professional practice.
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FAM 491 - Research in Child and Family Studies 1-3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Directed independent study or supervised research in an area of interest.
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FAM 492 - Special Problems in Family and Consumer Sciences 1-4 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honor project will enroll in FAM 492H.)
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Film |
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FLM 170 - Introduction to Film Studies 3 hrs.
An examination of the formal aspects of style and narrative in Hollywood narrative cinema, art cinema narration, avant-garde and documentary film.
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FLM 351 - Foundations of Filmmaking 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. An introduction to the equipment, practices and techniques of 16mm film production.
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FLM 370 - Film History 3 hrs.
This course combines text, lecture, discussion and screenings to trace the first 50 years of motion pictures.
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FLM 371 - Basic Cinematography 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): FLM 351 . This course introduces students to the professional 16mm film format.
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FLM 373 - Film Animation 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. A study of the basic principles of film animation.
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FLM 429 - Film Internship 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Department consent. Designed for students who have an arranged internship in film.
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