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  • MULT 445: Editing and Producing the News

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Traditional and transitional principles of news value, news selection, and news presentation will be discussed in class. Applying these principles, students will serve as gatekeepers and decision makers (assignment editors, chief photographers, web producers, head writers, segment producers, anchors and program producers) for a weekly newscast and other student multimedia news efforts. The instructor and students will discuss journalistic, ethical, legal, societal and professional perspectives and challenges presented by these real-world journalistic decisions. Prerequisite: JOUR 304. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: (1) Identify, choose and prioritize appropriate news content for broadcast. (2) Assemble original newscasts based on the week's events and pre-produced material. (3) Enhance broadcast writing skills by regularly compiling newscast readers, VOs, VOSOTs, packages, headlines, and teases. (4) Originate, plan and execute story ideas suitable for newscast. (5) Manage newsroom personnel and resources. (6) Adapt to changes and solve problems in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. (7) Prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities. (8) Justify decisions made in preparation and during execution of newscast. (9) Evaluate news-producing performance.
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  • MULT 455: Multimedia Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course will serve as a capstone to those in the Multimedia major. The course will be conducted in a workshop for-mat, with students producing an interactive multimedia project as a final portfolio piece. Components of the project may include text, Web design, video, audio, graphic design and interactive media design. Prerequisite: 75+ Credits , JOUR 215, JOUR 220, JOUR 280,GRID 307, JOUR 365 or permission. Course Objectives (1) Demonstrate preparation for the professional work place. (2) Use industry standard software and hardware to design, produce and publish industry quality work via a variety of media platforms. (3) Apply ethical and legal principles to digital media production and distribution. (4) Research, write and design media materials for a variety of audiences and messages. (5) Produce an industry acceptable portfolio that will lead to internships and employment.
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  • MULT 495: Multimedia Special Topics IV

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    No course description available.
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  • MULT 528: Multimedia Production

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Students in this class develop and apply foundational techniques in digital storytelling, including video, sound, lighting, audio, editing, and photography. The course will emphasize acquiring production skills and understanding the theory and principles of digital media storytelling. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Demonstrate an understanding of technical and aesthetic principles in videography. (2) Demonstrate an understanding of technical and aesthetic principles photography. (3) Understand and apply the theoretical and practical concepts of digital editing. (4) Apply professional standards in the creation of multimedia content. (5) Critically analyze and deconstruct professional and nonprofessional examples of multimedia packages.
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  • MULT 550: Web Publishing & Editing

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course will provide technical background for those students in the digital media field. Students will incoporate web design theory and technical skills to create a series of web products, including graphics, animations, and web pages. Students will learn the current practices of Web publishing, which may include HTML, Flash, PhP coding, and the use of content management systems. Upon completion of this class, students will have a variety of web design pieces to add to their portfolios. Dual listed with MULT 365.
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  • MULT 595: Multimedia Graduate Special Topics

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    No course description available.
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  • MUS 101: Music Appreciation

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Selected compositions to develop an appreciation of music through guided musical experiences, biographical materials and critical comments on composers and modes. Listening experience is provided. Attendance at professional musical performances is required. Course Objectives (1) Define and identify in listening examples, the major building blocks of music - tone color/timbre, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and genre. (2) Using these terms, listen to and describe different musical examples, and then compare and contrast these works. (3) Begin to identify different stylistic eras and make connections between historical events, cultural trends and the musical products of the era. (4) Develop an awareness of the different types of music performances available to them and recognize the varying expectations for performers and audience members. (5) Develop the ability to verbalize their reactions to and observations of what they have heard. (6) Apply their listening skills to all types of music and discover that astute listening skills open up the possibilities for a lifetime of study and enjoyment.
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  • MUS 106: Piano Class

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Music fundamentals and basic theory through keyboard techniques, sight reading, and eurythmics beginning materials. Recommended for anyone interested in learning to play the piano from the beginning level or refreshing beginning skills. Open to all university students. Strongly recommended for Education and Dance majors. Course Objectives (1) develop aural-visual discrimination sufficient to understand basics of music notation. (2) demonstrate beginning pitch sensitivity, rhythmic skills, and keyboard facility. (3) secure enough finger and hand control/coordination to play simple music at a beginner level, with attention to appropriate body alignment and muscular relaxation. (4) operate the digital piano keyboard correctly. (Use music technology as an effective instructional tool.) (5) have personalized their learning process through customized practice and learning made possible by the lab controller/headset system. (Increase self-awareness of preferred learning strategies; Use music technology as an effective instructional tool.) (6) articulate awareness of the effective benefits of recreational music study.
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  • MUS 111: Private Voice I

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Techniques and principles of vocal performance withing a private, one-to-one context. Materials may be selected from the classical, musical theatre, or contemporary repertoire according to student level. Includes studio recitals and jury evaluations. Prerequisites: BFA Musical Theatre Program, THEA 116 and 117, with audition Course Objectives (1) Develop correct breath management and body alignment. (2)Demonstrate the foundations for a healthy vocal technique. (3)Outline a process for independent practice.
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  • MUS 112: Private Voice II

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Techniques and principles of vocal performance withing a private, one-to-one context. Materials may be selected from the classical, musical theatre, or contemporary repertoire according to student level. Includes studio recitals and jury evaluations. Prerequisites: BFA Musical Theatre Program, THEA 116 and 117, with audition Course Objectives (1) Develop correct breath management and body alignment. (2)Demonstrate the foundations for a healthy vocal technique. (3)Outline a process for independent practice.
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