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Concurrent Course
Concurrent Course
Production (CTPR)
- http://cinema.usc.edu/production
- D class assignments for undergraduates available in SCB105.
- D class assignments for graduate students available in SCA426; Phone: (213) 740-3317.
- YOU MUST ATTEND THE FIRST SESSION of each course or you may be replaced by a student on the waiting list, even if you are registered. D-clearance for graduate-level classes (except CTPR 580-level advanced project courses) must be requested through the Film and Television Production Division Office. Please see Claudia Walters (SCA426) or Jonathan Martofel (SCA427) or James Kim (SCA434) for D-clearance details and procedures. School of Cinematic Arts "R" courses change to "D" in the third week of classes, and require both instructor and departmental approval. Non-majors may only request d-clearance via email (nonmajor@cinema.usc.edu) on or after November 5th.
Exercises in observation, imaginative association, visualization, etc., that deepen the creative process, leading to ideas, stories, characters, and images for narrative, documentary, and experimental films.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18466D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 10 of 16 | Anne Desalvo | SCB207 | Word (90624 KB) |   |
| 18467D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 8 of 16 | Doe Mayer | SCI209 | Word (94208 KB) | |
Introduction to the interrelationship of visuals, sound, and editing in cinematic communication. Workshops in directing and producing. Individual and group projects.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18470D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 17 of 18 | Bill Yahraus | SCA363 | PDF (307965 KB) | |
| 18471D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | David Maquiling | SCA259 | PDF (87902 KB) | |
| 18472D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 16 of 18 | Juli Juteau | SCA310 | Word (106496 KB) | |
| 18473D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 18 | Miles Watkins | SCA310 | PDF (289854 KB) | |
| 18476D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Mon, Wed | 17 of 18 | Sheldon Larry | SCA310 | Word (115712 KB) | |
| 18477D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Beth Block | SCA316 | Word (136704 KB) | |
| 18479D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | James Savoca | SCA203 | PDF (172607 KB) | |
Basic concepts of directing in television, documentary and fictional narrative. Includes work with actors, documentary concepts, and creation of short television projects.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
- Concurrent enrollment: CTPR 295
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18461D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 18 of 18 | Jennifer Warren | SCESTG 2 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
| 18462D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 21 of 21 | Bill Yahraus | SCA214 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
| 18464D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 18 of 18 | Everett Lewis | RZC114 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
Concurrent Course
CTPR 295L: Cinematic Arts Laboratory (4.0 units)
The aesthetics and tools of the major disciplines of cinematic arts: producing, cinematography, sound, and editing.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18480D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 21 of 21 | Sevak Ohanian | SCESTG 1 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 6:00-10:00pm | Thursday | SCA310 | |||||||
| 18481D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 18 of 18 | Sevak Ohanian | SCESTG 1 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | SCA258 | |||||||
| 18482D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 18 of 18 | Mary Posatko | SCA356 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 6:00-10:00pm | Thursday | SCAB128 |
The aesthetics and tools of the major disciplines of cinematic arts: producing, cinematography, sound, and editing.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
- Concurrent enrollment: CTPR 294
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18480D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 21 of 21 | Sevak Ohanian | SCESTG 1 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 6:00-10:00pm | Thursday | SCA310 | |||||||
| 18481D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 18 of 18 | Sevak Ohanian | SCESTG 1 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | SCA258 | |||||||
| 18482D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 18 of 18 | Mary Posatko | SCA356 | PDF (82060 KB) | |
| 6:00-10:00pm | Thursday | SCAB128 |
Concurrent Course
CTPR 294: Directing in Television, Fiction, and Documentary (4.0 units)
Basic concepts of directing in television, documentary and fictional narrative. Includes work with actors, documentary concepts, and creation of short television projects.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18461D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 18 of 18 | Jennifer Warren | SCESTG 2 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
| 18462D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 21 of 21 | Bill Yahraus | SCA214 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
| 18464D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 18 of 18 | Everett Lewis | RZC114 | PDF (37570 KB) | |
Principles of visual and aural communication; idea development and realization using image, movement, pace, the spoken word and other sounds; small crew projects.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18484D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Discussion | 9:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Brenda Goodman | SCA310 | Word (159744 KB) | |
| 1:00-3:50pm 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday Thursday | SCESTG 1 SCAB148 | ||||||||
| 18485D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Discussion | 9:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 18 | Nina Sadowsky | SCA204 | Word (228864 KB) | |
| 6:00-9:00pm 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday Tuesday | SCESTG 1 SCAB128 | ||||||||
| 18486D | 001 | 6.0 | Lecture-Discussion | 9:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 18 | Mary Posatko | SCA209 | Word (159744 KB) | |
| 4:00-6:50pm 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday Wednesday | SCESTG 1 SCAB128 |
Use of motion picture camera equipment; principles of black-and-white and color cinematography. Individual projects.
- Note: CTPR 327 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18493D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Tuesday | 16 of 18 | Christopher Chomyn | SCCSTG 3 |  | |
| 18494D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Wednesday | 9 of 18 | Tristan Whitman | SCCSTG 3 | |
Theory, techniques, and practices in picture editing; use of standard editing equipment; individual projects.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18499D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 12 of 16 | Michael Economou | SCA363 | PDF (575378 KB) | |
| 18500D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 12 of 16 | Alex Jablonski | SCA259 | | |
| 18501D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 10 of 16 | Duwayne Dunham | SCA362 | |
Techniques and aesthetics for recording production sound, editing dialogue, sound effects, music, Foley and preparing for the mix. For film, television, and other media.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18503D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 14 of 16 | Don Hall | SCAB128 | PDF (85821 KB) | |
Basic procedures and techniques applicable to production of all types of films; demonstration by production of a short film from conception to completion.
- Note: CTPR 385 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18510D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 13 of 18 | David O'Brien | RZC114 | | |
| 18511D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 15 of 18 | Todd Robinson | RZC114 | |
Television production: laboratory course covers operating cameras, creating graphics, technical operations, controlling audio and floor-managing live productions. Students plan and produce actual Trojan Vision programs.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18516D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 91 of 100 | Joel Parker, Christine Berg | OFFICE | | |
| 18517D | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 18 of 100 | Joel Parker, Christine Berg | OFFICE | |
Examination of the industry from story ideas, through script development, production and exhibition; evaluation of roles played by writers, agents, studio executives, marketing and publicity.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18522D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-9:00pm | Monday | 10 of 35 | Peter Exline | SCA110 | Word (38912 KB) | |
| 19129D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Wednesday | 46 of 48 | Daniel Sussman | SCB104 | |
Lecture-laboratory in makeup relating it to mood of the story and emulsion of the camera stock.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18529D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 19 of 20 | Ian Goodwin | SCX212 | PDF (801039 KB) | |
Introductory workshop in the aesthetics and practices of special effects, embracing both the classical and contemporary modes.
- Note: CTPR 423 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18532D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-11:00pm | Monday | 25 of 30 | Gene Warren III, Gene Warren Jr | SCCSTG 3 | |
Camera and lighting workshop in color cinematography, beginning with 35mm still photography and moving into 16mm and digital motion picture formats. In-class exercises.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18535D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Judith Irola | SCCSTG 3 | Word (53248 KB) | |
Theory, discussion, and practical application of production planning during preproduction and production of a film.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18538D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-9:00pm | Wednesday | 19 of 25 | Robert Brown | SCA356 | PDF (196946 KB) | |
To provide students with basic working knowledge of both the skills of the motion picture set and production operations through classroom lectures and hands-on experience.
- Note: CTPR 426 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18541D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 3 of 20 | Helaine Head, Michael Peyser | SCI106 | PDF (100340 KB) | |
Detailed view of the process of making media. Introducing fundamental thinking typical of each craft. Weekend crew experience and responsibilities.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 310
- Corequisite: 1 from (CTPR 421 or CTPR 424 or CTPR 438 or CTPR 440 or CTPR 465)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18548D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 50 of 54 | Michael Peyser | SCI106 | PDF (104853 KB) | |
Intensive examination of skills and techniques necessary for successful performances in film and television. Practical application through in-class exercises and assigned projects.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18550D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Monday | 23 of 25 | Anne Desalvo | RZCSTG A | Word (95349 KB) | |
Structure of the filmic art department, fundamentals and application of design principles to film and television, including script breakdown, design concepts and storyboarding.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18553D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 12 of 25 | Mark Stratton | SCA209 | PDF (107229 KB) | |
Introduction to computer drafting, set design, rendering and model-making for students with diverse abilities. Guest lecturers, group discussions and hands-on workshop.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18556D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 6 of 25 | Thomas Wilkins | SCA204 | PDF (77500 KB) | |
An investigation of poetic cinema from four different perspectives: found poetry; applied poetry; poetry as image; and poetry in narrative fiction. Production of short films.
- Note: CTPR 457 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18557D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 10 of 15 | Pablo Frasconi | SCB104 | PDF (193280 KB) | |
Financing, budgeting, management as applied to films; problems of distribution, including merchandising, cataloging, evaluation, and film library management.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18559D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tuesday | 27 of 30 | Jason Squire | SCA363 | | |
| 19139D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 26 of 38 | Julie Rieger | SCI108 | |
Managing electronic media, including radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, and the internet.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18562D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Wednesday | 26 of 30 | Richard Block | SCA209 | Word (28493 KB) | |
Introduction to visual storytelling: designing the look of a film, building visual continuity into a film, study of the production designers art and craft.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18563D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 15 of 16 | Michael Provart | SCB304 | Word (98304 KB) | |
Concentration on the basic skills in working with actors from a director's point of view.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18565D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 6 of 20 | Steven Albrezzi | RZCSTG A | PDF (87188 KB) | |
Pairs produce, direct, shoot, and edit a short documentary on a subject of their choice. Finished projects will be suitable for broadcast/festivals.
- Note: CTPR 474 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18569D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Monday | 15 of 15 | Bill Yahraus | SCA258 | PDF (192738 KB) | |
Directing comedy: casting, rehearsing, directing actors, scene analysis, staging, shooting, and editing, leading to the filming of a two-person comic scene
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18572D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-9:50pm | Wednesday | 13 of 15 | Barnet Kellman | RZC108 | Word (69632 KB) | |
Concepts of directing for motion pictures, emphasizing the working relationship of actors and directors. Scenes will be staged in class and filmed for class presentation.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 310
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18570D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Peter Robinson | RZCSTG A | | |
| 18571D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 13 of 13 | Sean Mullin | RZCSTG A | | |
| 18575D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Jennifer Warren | RZCSTG A | |
Collaborative writing, preproduction and shooting of a pilot act for an original episodic television drama, shot on stage sets built for the show.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18577D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 22 of 40 | Helaine Head, John Roman, Gary Wagner,Stephen Lovejoy, Michael Provart, David MacMillan | SCI106 | PDF (109827 KB) | |
Directors, producers, cinematographers, editors and sound designers collaborate to produce, shoot, edit and deliver fictional, documentary or experimental projects. CTPR 478 required to direct.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18580D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 11 of 55 | Michael Peyser | SCA112 | PDF (322444 KB) | |
| 18582D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 1 of 20 | Tony Cucchiari | RZC108 | | |
| 18583D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 4 of 4 | Sheldon Larry | | ||
| 18584D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 1 of 20 | Clifford Latimer,Diego Perez | SCA127A | | |
| 18585D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 3 of 20 | Michael Peyser | SCA356 | | |
| 18586D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 2 of 20 | Tom Miller, | SCAB149 | | |
| 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | Reine-Claire Dousarkissian | SCAB148 | ||||||
| 18587D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 0 of 20 | Mimi Gramatky Stradling | SCB304 | |
Exercises and practical application for writing and producing a multi-camera television project. Special attention to the development of the sitcom. Recommended preparation: CTPR 371 required for students who wish to direct a sitcom.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18590D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-11:00pm | Wednesday | 11 of 25 | Richard Clayman,Nancy Forner,Ellen Gittelsohn | SCCSTG 4 | Word (53760 KB) | |
Exploration of the role of the recording studio in professional film and video productions. Emphasis on technical and hardware considerations.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18593D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Monday | 18 of 18 | Buddy Halligan | SCBB115 | PDF (149112 KB) | |
Discusses womens' roles in the entertainment industry and career opportunities available for women in the business, corporate, and creative sectors.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18599D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 18 of 25 | Bonnie Bruckheimer | SCA209 | Word (127651 KB) | |
Writing the concept, budgeting, shooting, editing and directing a music video. Also covered: getting the job, dealing with the band, working with the record company. Prerequisites: CTPR 310.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 310
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18598D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 15 of 24 | Debbie Merlin, Jeffrey Obrow | SCA316 | |
Detailed investigation of new or emerging aspects of cinema and/or television; special subjects offered by visiting faculty; experimental subjects.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creating Webisodes | ||||||||||
| 18595D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 7:00-9:50pm | Monday | 7 of 10 | Sean Mullin | SCI209 | PDF (102111 KB) | |
| Masters of Directorial Style | ||||||||||
| 18596D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 46 of 75 | Thomas Abrams | SCA110 | PDF (16054 KB) | |
| Introduction to Media and Social Change | ||||||||||
| 18597D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | Canceled | | |||
Each student writes/directs a group exercise; includes: collaboration, script breakdown, story beats, casting, directing, camera operation, expressive cinematography, scene structure, AVID, editing and sound design.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18605D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | Canceled | |
Definition, analysis, and structure of the visual components that make film an expressive medium; theory and practical application; individual projects and lecture/demonstration.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18600D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 33 of 36 | Bruce Block | SCA112 | | |
| 18601D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled | | |||
| 18602D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 30 of 35 | Bruce Block | SCA112 | |
The effective communication of ideas through the language of cinema; one directing exercise; two short HD projects; introductions to producing, directing, editing, cinematography, and sound.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
- Note: Register for one Lecture. CTPR students ONLY also register for one Lab.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18603D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Monday | 16 of 18 | Robert Kositchek, | SCESTG 2 | | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | Stuart Pollard, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian, Douglas Vaughan | SCI207 | ||||||
| 18604D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 16 of 18 | Linda Brown, | SCESTG 2 | PDF (184802 KB) | |
| 9:00-12:50pm | Thursday | Miles Watkins, Tony Porter, Douglas Vaughan | SCA363 | ||||||
| 18607D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Everett Lewis, | SCA203 | Word (41202 KB) | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Thursday | Jason Inouye, John Rosenberg, Douglas Vaughan | SCESTG 2 | ||||||
| 18608D | 037 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 16 of 18 | Judith Irola, | SCESTG 2 | PDF (198163 KB) | |
| 2:00-5:50pm | Thursday | Larry Carroll, Tony Porter, Douglas Vaughan | SCA316 | ||||||
| 18612D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Monday | 14 of 16 | Steven Albrezzi | SCA258 | | |
| 18613D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Tuesday | 14 of 16 | Peter Robinson | SCA258 | | |
| 18614D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Wednesday | 16 of 17 | Steven Albrezzi | SCA258 | | |
| 18615D | 037 | Lab | 6:00-9:00pm | Thursday | 14 of 16 | Peter Robinson | SCA258 | | |
| 18616D | 037 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 8 of 12 | OFFICE | |
Practicum in group production, emphasizing the collaborative process and the expressive use of sound and image. Prerequisites: CTPR-507 and CTPR-510 and CTWR-505.
- Prerequisite: (CTPR 507 and CTPR 510 and CTWR 505)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18619D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 15 of 15 | Carolyn Manetti, | SCA110 | PDF (190460 KB) | |
| 1:00-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | Michael Connors, Christopher Chomyn, Robert Jones, Suhail Kafity | SCA204 | ||||||
| 18620D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 15 of 15 | Edward Parks, | SCI108 | PDF (266600 KB) | |
| 1:00-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | James Savoca, Jacek Laskus, Pablo Frasconi, Stephen Flick | SCA209 | ||||||
| 18621D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 13 of 15 | Jed Dannenbaum, | SCA204 | PDF (137428 KB) | |
| 1:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | Adam Salky, Tony Cucchiari, Tina Hirsch, Kenneth Hall | SCA204 | ||||||
| 18622D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 12 of 15 | Nina Sadowsky, | SCA209 | Word (81408 KB) | |
| 1:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | Mike Ott, Suki Medencevic, Allan Holzman, Clifford Latimer | SCA209 |
Overview of the process of making media. Introduces fundamental thinking typical of each craft. Presents realities of careers and ethical issues in media. Corequisite: CTPR-507.
- Corequisite: CTPR 507
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18623D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 57 of 70 | Don Hall,Peggy Weil | NCT | PDF (175508 KB) | |
How to direct comedy or dramatic scenes, using multiple camera techniques. Students also serve as crew members, learning lighting, mixing, studio controls, and stage management.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18625D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 12 | Mary Belli | RZCSTG A | Word (124565 KB) | |
A preproduction workshop in which students complete the research and planning of an intermediate project to be executed in 547L.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18630D | 037 | Lecture-Discussion | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 14 of 16 | Jed Dannenbaum | SCA203 | |
Practical experience in staging dramatic narrative scenes, emphasizing directing actors, rehearsal techniques and camera blocking.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18633D | 037 | Lecture | 6:00-9:50pm | Monday | 18 of 18 | Barnet Kellman | SCESTG 2 | Word (70144 KB) | |
| 18634D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:30pm | Tuesday | 16 of 16 | Helaine Head | SCESTG 2 | PDF (116521 KB) | |
| 18635D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:30pm | Thursday | 16 of 17 | Jeremy Kagan | SCESTG 2 | |
Practicum in more complex directing issues concentrating both on performance and exploration of shaping scenes visually through blocking of action and placement of camera.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 532
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18638D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:30pm | Tuesday | 10 of 16 | Michael Uno | RZC108 | | |
| 18639D | 037 | Lecture | 6:00-9:00pm | Wednesday | 15 of 17 | Michael Connors | RZC114 | PDF (247818 KB) | |
Exercises in production design concentrating on practical and aesthetic approaches to designing for film, television and commercials.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18641D | 037 | Lecture-Discussion | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 8 of 16 | Roland Rosenkranz | SCA209 | PDF (92738 KB) | |
Editorial construction of sequences to analyze the interrelationships of the various film elements, both visual and aural.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18642D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 12 of 13 | Norman Hollyn, | SCA316 | PDF (151698 KB) | |
| 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | Reine-Claire Dousarkissian | SCAB148 |
Close study through practical exercises of the technical and aesthetic principles of cinematography.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18646D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 16 of 16 | Linda Brown | SCCSTG 3 | PDF (151248 KB) | |
| 18647D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 16 of 20 | Jacek Laskus | SCCSTG 3 | PDF (84318 KB) | |
Definition, examination and practical experience in the role of the line producer as it relates to preproduction, production and post production.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18650D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 16 of 18 | Tim Marx | SCA255 | PDF (88071 KB) | |
An intensive workshop experience in which students, crewing in their area of specialization, complete the shooting and postproduction of projects up to thirty minutes in length. Qualifying courses: for directors, CTPR 532, and for cinematographers, CTPR 537.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
- Note: Register for Lecture and one Lab.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18661D | 037 | Lecture | 8:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 37 of 50 | John Watson | SCA112 | | |
| 18664D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 9 of 15 | John Watson | SCA356 | | |
| 18666D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Douglas Vaughan, Suhail Kafity,Diego Perez | SCA127A | | |
| 18668D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 4 of 8 | Michael Uno | | ||
| 18669D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Robert Jones, | SCAB149 | | |
| 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | Reine-Claire Dousarkissian | SCAB148 | ||||||
| 18670D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Hilda Stark | SCA258 | | |
| 18672D | 037 | Lab | 1:30-5:30pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Tristan Whitman | SCCSTG 3 | |
Intensive workshop; students shoot and finish documentary projects up to about 25 minutes. Qualifying courses: for directors, CTPR 531 and crewing on either CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
- Note: Register for Lecture and one Lab.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18790D | 037 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 24 of 25 | Mark Harris | SCA112 | Word (57344 KB) | |
| 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | SCBB115 | |||||||
| 18784D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Lisa Leeman | SCA259 | | |
| 18785D | 037 | Lab | 1:30-4:20pm | Wednesday | 3 of 15 | James Okeeffe | RZC108 | | |
| 18786D | 037 | Lab | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 6 of 15 | Kathryn Amend, | SCA259 | | |
| 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | Paul Petschek | SCAB152 | ||||||
| 18788D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 15 | Richard Burton | SCAB130 | | |
| 18789D | 037 | Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 3 of 15 | Mark Harris | OFFICE | |
Telling cinematic stories using visual effects and virtual backgrounds, environments, and characters. Hands-on exercises emphasizing directing. Recommended preparation: CTAN 462 or CTAN 555 or CTPR 532 or CTPR 537. Open only to Cinematic Arts students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18679D | 037 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Friday | 17 of 17 | Michael Fink,Adam Salky | RZC108 | PDF (176621 KB) | |
Script workshop for advanced projects. Covers key screenplay elements, including protagonist and objective, conflict, obstacles, premise and opening, main tension, emotional throughline, etc.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18682D | 775 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 8 of 25 | Todd Robinson,Joel Thompson | SCA259 | |
Advanced camera and lighting techniques for those considering a professional career in cinematography.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18686D | 037 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-4:50pm | Monday | 13 of 13 | Angelo Pacifici | SCCSTG 3 | Word (60928 KB) | |
Defines and examines the role of the Executive/Feature Producer through the preproduction, production and post production phases. Prerequisites: CTPR-538 or one of the following in equivalent crew position: CTPR 486, CTPR 546, CTPR 547.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18687D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 17 of 17 | Zola Mashariki | SCA255 | |
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.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19143D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Thursday | 24 of 35 | Alan Berger | OFFICE | |
Developing, pitching, and selling your feature motion picture and TV projects. Open to undergraduate senior and third-year graduate cinema majors only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior, Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18689D | 037 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Monday | 26 of 30 | Gail Katz | SCB104 | |
Basic skills of production planning as applied to students' advanced project scripts. Covers all steps from breakdown to delivery. Departmental approval.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 508
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18692D | 921 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 10 of 18 | Brenda Goodman | SCA356 | |
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to production students only. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 and CTPR 573 (for directors); CTPR 573 (for producers); CTPR 537 (for cinematographers), CTPR 535 (for editors), CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L as production sound person (for sound). Graded IP/Letter.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18696D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 7 | Doe Mayer | OFFICE | | |
| 18697D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 4 of 7 | Michael Taylor | OFFICE | | |
| 18698D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Bruce Block | OFFICE | | |
| 18699D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 5 of 5 | Jeremy Kagan | OFFICE | |
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to Production students only. Graded IP.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 581A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18706D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18707D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Doe Mayer | OFFICE | | |
| 18708D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 5 of 6 | John Watson | TBA | | |
| 18709D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Pablo Frasconi | TBA | | |
| 18710D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18711D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to Production students only. Graded IP.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 581B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18713D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 4 of 5 | Doe Mayer | OFFICE | | |
| 18714D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Brenda Goodman | OFFICE | | |
| 18715D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Bruce Block | OFFICE | |
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live-action or animated) and sound. Open to Production majors only. Graded IP.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 581C
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18719D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18720D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 8 | Helaine Head | OFFICE | | |
| 18721D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Brenda Goodman | OFFICE | | |
| 18722D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 and CTPR 573 (for directors); CTPR 573 (for producers); CTPR 537 (for cinematographers); CTPR 535 (for editors); and CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L as production sound person (for sound). Graded IP/Letter.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18731D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Michael Peyser | OFFICE | | |
| 18732D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Doe Mayer | OFFICE | | |
| 18733D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Pablo Frasconi | OFFICE | | |
| 18734D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Mark Harris | OFFICE | | |
| 18735D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Alexander McDowell | OFFICE | |
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 582A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18739D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Amanda Pope | OFFICE | | |
| 18740D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18741D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18742D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18743D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18744D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 582B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18747D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 7 | Mark Harris | OFFICE | | |
| 18748D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | John Watson | OFFICE | | |
| 18749D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 4 of 5 | Michael Peyser | OFFICE | | |
| 18750D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 18751D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producer's package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L. Prerequisites: CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547 and CTPR 538. Recommended preparation: CTPR 558.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547) and CTPR 538
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18762D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 6 | John Watson | OFFICE | | |
| 18763D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Brenda Goodman | OFFICE | | |
| 18767D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producers package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 585a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18793D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 5 | Brenda Goodman | OFFICE | | |
| 18796D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | John Watson | TBA | | |
| 18799D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 5 | Michael Peyser | OFFICE | |
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producers package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L.
- Prerequisite: CTPR 585B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18800D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Brenda Goodman | TBA | | |
| 18801D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |