MM259 Screenwriting/Preproduction

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Covers story structure, character development, and formatting for screenwriting. Includes the pre-production phase of narrative video projects. Reviews the transition from script to screen including shot lists, floor plans, and other pre-production variables. Recommended: WR 121. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 4

List of classes for MM259 Screenwriting/Preproduction
CRNClass typeLocationDays & timeDatesSeats availableFacultyMore info
11500Online (scheduled meetings) lectureNot applicable
Tuesday
from 2 to 4:50pm

From January 6 through March 17, 2026
Erik M FauskeBooks for CRN 11500
Class details for CRN 11500
Fees: $6
and Online (scheduled meetings) lecture/labNot applicable
Thursday
from 2 to 3:50pm

From January 8 through March 19, 2026
13074In-person lectureCascade MAHB 217
Monday
from 10am to 12:50pm

From January 5 through March 16, 2026
Erik M FauskeBooks for CRN 13074
Class details for CRN 13074
Fees: $6
and In-person lecture/labCascade MAHB 217
Wednesday
from 10 to 11:50am

From January 7 through March 18, 2026

Class schedule definitions

Cost:
cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
Books:
$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
Register:
use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
Class types:
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  • In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
  • Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
  • Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
  • In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
  • In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
  • Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.