ART 180 - Introduction to Film

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
This course meets the Arts & Humanities General Education Requirement.

Study of the vocabulary, methods of analysis and standards for criticism of various types of film. Participate in class discussions based on assigned films.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC) and Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall, spring, and summer

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Discuss orally and in writing aesthetic dimensions of film;
Discuss orally and in writing technical language of cinema;
Discuss orally and in writing films, genres and movements in certain historical, political, aesthetic and ideological contexts;
Discuss orally and in writing the application of critical theories to films.