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FMT100: Introduction to Production – 3 credits

Introduction to the major production components of a multimedia project.
Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18191
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M
10:30AM – 1:00PM
  • A. Thorlaksdottir
Open
9 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting
    Class 18191 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18193
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M
2:00PM – 4:30PM
  • D. Stallings
Open
11 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting.
    Class 18193 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18194
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M
5:00PM – 7:30PM
  • P. Roddy
Open
18 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting.
    Class 18194 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18272
Scottsdale
Live Online Instruction
Live Online
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
9:00AM – 11:20AM
  • D. Lesmez
Open
18 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting.
    Class 18272 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18190
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/27 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Th
5:30PM – 8:00PM
  • P. Roddy
Open
19 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting.
    Class 18190 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18494
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/22 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Sat
10:30AM – 1:00PM
  • W. Goldstein
Open
19 of 21 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • This course will be taught with multiple attendance options.
    For more information and questions regarding enrollment contact the Academic Department at https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/academics/departments
    This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    FMT100 students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at first class meeting.
    Class 18494 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240

FMT107: Career Pathways in the Media – 3 credits

Emphasis on theories of broadcasting, how the media functions in our society, the business structure of the U.S. media environment, the cultural import and potential impact of the programming and films, and the growth of new communications technologies.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18460
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 383
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
10:30AM – 12:50PM
  • M. Greenwald
Open
7 of 30 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18460 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18290
Scottsdale
Live Online Instruction
Live Online
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
10:30AM – 1:00PM
  • M. Greenwald
Open
35 of 35 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18290 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18288
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • D. Lesmez
Open
25 of 35 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18288 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16049
Mesa
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • A. Perdue
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
    Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT120: Introduction to Sound Design for Film and Video – 3 credits

Basic principles of recording and mixing sound for film and video. Includes voice-over, automatic dialog replacement (ADR), foley, ambience, special effects and music. Emphasis on analog and digital recording techniques in the field as well as in a controlled environment. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (FMT100 and FMT136) or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18036
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
7:00PM – 9:40PM
  • S. Esparza
Open
3 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18036 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240

FMT121: Story Theory for Film, Television and Media – 3 credits

Introduction to story theory and structure as it applies to screenwriting for feature films, television programs (one-hour dramas and sitcoms) and related media.
Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18292
Scottsdale
Film School Hub, FSH 102
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • R. Semik
Open
22 of 25 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18292 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18293
Scottsdale
Live Online Instruction
Live Online
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
5:30PM – 8:00PM
  • K. Williams Jr
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
    Class 18293 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18291
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Greenwald
Open
16 of 25 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers.
    Class 18291 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19175
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • K. Williams Jr
Open
25 of 25 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 19175 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT123: Feature Screenwriting: First Draft – 3 credits

Intermediate workshop focused in writing initial draft of a narrative feature film screenplay. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT121.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18295
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 383
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 4:30PM
  • B. True
Open
4 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18295 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT124: Television Screenwriting: Writers Room – 3 credits

Intermediate workshop focused on understanding the collaborative nature of series/television (TV) story development (i.e., writers room) and writing initial draft of a spec script for an existing TV one-hour drama or half-hour sitcom. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT121.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
19013
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 383
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
10:30AM – 1:00PM
  • B. True
Open
3 of 16 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 19013 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT134: 16mm Film Workshop: Pre-Production – 3 credits

Introduction to elements of pre-production for motion picture and television. Focuses on aesthetics, scriptwriting, budgeting, and selecting cast and crew. Features pre-production meetings to establish style, location, art design, shot sheet/storyboard, sound design, shooting schedule and film stock/video tapes. Pre-production of one film project and one video project required. Working as crew on one class shoot required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMP105, or FMT100, or permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18192
Scottsdale
Film School Hub, FSH 102
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 9/25
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 1:00PM
  • S. Altman
Open
2 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #1
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Class 18192 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18576
Scottsdale
Film School Hub, FSH 102
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 9/25
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
1:30PM – 5:30PM
  • D. Stallings
Open
5 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #2
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Class 18576 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240

FMT135: 16mm Film Workshop: Production – 3 credits

Introduction to elements of production for motion picture and television. Focuses on directing, crew responsibilities, camera operation, lenses, lighting and sound recording. Production of one film shoot and one video shoot required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT134, or permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18575
Scottsdale
Film School Hub, FSH 102
Hybrid In-Person
9/29 – 10/30
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 1:00PM
  • S. Altman
Open
10 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #1
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Course requires additional $200.00 or more out of pocket expenses.
    Class 18575 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18354
Scottsdale
Film School Hub, FSH 102
Hybrid In-Person
9/29 – 10/30
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
1:30PM – 5:30PM
  • D. Stallings
Open
7 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #2
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Course requires additional $200.00 or more out of pocket expenses.
    Class 18354 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240

FMT136: 16mm Film Workshop: Post-Production – 3 credits

Introduction to elements of post-production for motion picture and television. Focuses on editing, titles, sound design and marketing strategies. Post-production and marketing of one film and one video required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT135 or permission of Department or Division.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18376
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
Hybrid In-Person
11/3 – 12/11
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 1:00PM
  • S. Altman
Open
10 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #1
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18376 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
18574
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 408
In Person
11/3 – 12/11
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
1:30PM – 5:30PM
  • A. Thorlaksdottir
Open
8 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • FMT134, FMT135 and FMT136 are Cohort Workshops and must be taken in consecutive order (134 first, 135 second, and 136 last). For example, students who register for the FMT 134 Cohort 1 class should continue throughout the sequence by enrolling in the next sequential Cohort 1 classes. Students may not take a break between any of the courses and need to finish with the same cohort (taking each course at the same time of day until completion of the sequence).
    Cohort #2
    This accelerated course has a significant time commitment and may involve physical tasks such as lifting or moving equipment boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
    Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18574 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240

FMT151: TV and New Media Production – 3 credits

Introduction to multi-camera television production in studio and on location. Emphasizes teamwork and group production through a variety of program types. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMP105, or FMT100, or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18019
Scottsdale
AP Bldg. Film Studio A RM 209
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M
5:30PM – 8:50PM
  • S. Erdmann
Open
6 of 15 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Student course works may be distributed for public viewing. Students will be required to sign appropriate documentation to authorize public viewing of these production efforts.
    Class 18019 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT223: Feature Screenwriting: The Rewrite – 3 credits

Advanced workshop focused in rewriting narrative feature film screenplay, developing an individual writing voice and understanding the professional feature writing landscape. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT123.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18495
Scottsdale
Live Online Instruction
Live Online
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
5:30PM – 7:55PM
  • H. Phillips
Open
12 of 15 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $105.00
  • Class 18495 costs include FMT Course Fee: $105
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT241: AVID Media Composer Editing – 4 credits

Editing on a Media Composer non-linear editing system, including timeline editing, trimming, dialog and action editing, refining audio, basic multi-layer motion, and 3D effects; also covers basic and intermediate color correction, intermediate and three-dimension titling, working with tape and file based media, and media management. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT136 or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18225
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 410
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
2:00PM – 4:30PM
  • S. Mitchell
Open
3 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $320.00
  • Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18225 costs include FMT Course Fee: $320
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18226
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 410
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
10:30AM – 12:55PM
  • S. Mitchell
Open
9 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $320.00
  • Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18226 costs include FMT Course Fee: $320
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT242: Professional Portfolio for Film, TV, and Media – 2 credits

Explores techniques and applications used in editing an individual project on an editing system. Note: Students must have previously created production footage from other course work or independent work for use in the class projects. FMT242 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT241 or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18244
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 410
In Person
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
9:00AM – 12:20PM
  • S. Mitchell
Open
12 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $160.00
  • Students are required to furnish their own external hard drive. Details to be explained at the first class meeting.
    Class 18244 costs include FMT Course Fee: $160
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT242AA: Professional Portfolio in Screenwriting – 2 credits

Explores techniques and applications used in screenwriting for an individual project. Note: FMT242AA may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT223 or FMT224.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18740
Scottsdale
PAC 1027 Black Box
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
3:30PM – 5:20PM
  • B. True
Open
3 of 18 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $70.00
  • Class 18740 costs include FMT Course Fee: $70
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT248: Advanced Film Production Techniques – 4 credits

Advanced workshop in the techniques of film production. Emphasizes real world simulation of production departments. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (FMP/FMT117 and FMT/MUC120) or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18020
Scottsdale
AP Bldg. Rm. 208
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
12:30PM – 3:00PM
  • C. Heck Jr
Open
10 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $320.00
  • Class 18020 costs include FMT Course Fee: $320
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT260: Motion Picture Producing and Production Management – 3 credits

Introduction to functions specific to producing, production management, and business affairs for film, television, and new media productions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT136.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
25750
Scottsdale
AP Bldg. Rm. 208
Hybrid In-Person
8/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
2:00PM – 3:50PM
  • R. Murray
Open
9 of 20 seats available
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT280: The Art of Editing – 3 credits

A lab intensive post-production course. Emphasizes the art of editing movie and television media and the development of editing skills. Editing products, including demo reels, from instructor provided or student provided quality raw footage. Note: FMT280 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credits. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FMT241 or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18496
Scottsdale
Language/Comm. Bldg. LC 410
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
7:00PM – 9:05PM
  • K. Stewart
Open
15 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $240.00
  • Class 18496 costs include FMT Course Fee: $240
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

FMT298AA: Special Projects – 1 credit

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18402
Scottsdale
Arranged SCC
Independent Study
10/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
5 of 5 seats available
  • Costs include FMT Course Fee: $80.00
  • This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester.
    Class 18402 costs include FMT Course Fee: $80
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor