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MCOM 334	MCOM 334 Interaction Design Course Credits: 3 Introduces students to the design of interactive digital experiences with a focus on website design, User Experience (UX) design, and User Interface (UI) design. Students will learn the core concepts and principles of interaction design by working through technical and design projects using industry standard design software. Students leave this course with the ability to build basic websites and design digital experiences that follow current interaction design standards and methodologies. Cross-listed: ART 364 Prerequisite(s): Two or more upper-level studio or design courses NB: Lab fee
MCOM 340	MCOM 340 Advanced Game Design Course Credits: 3 An in-depth look at game design theory and aesthetic criticism pertaining to video games. Through the use of significant projects, students will further develop practical design skills, and investigate theoretical topics such as the ability of games to communicate, simulate and persuade. Students will examine the connections between game design and faith, spirituality, ethics, morality, and the Christian tradition in order to become game designers who are thoughtful shapers of culture rather than simply entertainment technicians. Cross-listed: GAME 340 Prerequisite(s): GAME 240/MCOM 240
MCOM 341	MCOM 341 Interactive Storytelling Course Credits: 3 An in-depth look at the various forms of writing for video games. Students will study and practice game story scripting, writing for interface, dialogue and narration, as well as video game technical writing. Students will develop skills to handle the many writing tasks necessary for a game development project. Students who are not part of the Game Development program will also benefit from taking this course, as it is also applicable to non-game forms of media production. Cross-listed: GAME 341 Prerequisite(s): One of ENGL 207, 208; MCOM 261, 351, 361, 362, 461
MCOM 351	MCOM 351 Business & Technical Writing Course Credits: 3 This workshop course offers students effective techniques for written and oral communication within the fields of business and industry, including key aspects of technical correspondence, report writing, oral communication, and the job-seeking process. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103, 104; MCOM 191, and at least third-year standing or instructor's consent NB: Course fee
MCOM 352	MCOM 352 Multimedia Journalism Course Credits: 3 A hands-on seminar that explores the use of text, images, sound, video, data and graphics to tell stories in an engaging way. Students will leverage digital tools, social media platforms, and research to inform, educate or entertain. The course explores historical aspects, storytelling structures, design concepts, ethical issues, writing styles, and the business of media. Prerequisite(s): MCOM 231 and 251, or instructor's consent NB: Lab fee
MCOM 354	MCOM 354 Sports Journalism Course Credits: 3 A survey of the principles, practices, and ethical considerations of sports journalism with emphasis on newsgathering, storytelling, editing, audience consideration, and Canadian Press Style. Students apply skills in the university sports context to meet real deadlines and gain from peer critique. Cross-listed: HKIN 384 Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing and instructor's consent NB: Strongly recommend one of MCOM 221, 251, 261 or 352. Writing samples may be required for instructor’s consent.
MCOM 355	MCOM 355 Content Strategy & Brand Journalism Course Credits: 3 Equips students to communicate effectively for a variety of organizations by designing content strategies and practicing content marketing. Students will develop strategic communication skills and procedures such as building editorial calendars, crafting multi-platform brand stories, and using performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of their work, all done within a strong and clearly articulated ethical framework. Prerequisite(s): MCOM 252.
MCOM 361	MCOM 361 Screenwriting Course Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the history, art, and craft of cogent short-form film and television writing. It involves theoretical and applied components. Topics include: concept, conflict, and character development, writing treatments, structure and plot point crafting, genre considerations, theme and character dynamics, mood and stylistic concerns, etc. Selective scripts from the course may be used in advanced production courses. NB: Lab fee
MCOM 362	MCOM 362 Playwriting Course Credits: 3 Playwriting is a workshop course designed for any student interested in developing their storytelling skills by writing for the stage. Students will study major components of playwriting, including dramatic formatting, structure, plot and character development, writing actionable dialogue, analysis, dramaturgy, and more. Students will deepen their understanding of these components and of the creative process through writing exercises, pitching ideas, reading work out loud, and respectfully providing and receiving feedback. By the end of the semester, students will have written one or more plays. Cross-listed: THTR 325 Prerequisite(s): Upper-level standing

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