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Moving Image Archives

University of Pittsburgh
Dept. Code: 
LIS
Course Number: 
2226
Course Credits: 
3
Course Format: 
Lecture
Offered Online: 
No

Introduces various contexts moving image media occupies in collecting institutions as well as basic procedures to preserve these works. Motion picture film will be of primary focus, but other moving image media types will also be explored. Archival functions will be approached using cross-disciplinary frameworks as a way to interrogate the histories, technologies, preservation processes and accessibility of moving image media.  Prerequisite LIS 2220.

Relates to GPAS Component(s): 
Appraisal and Acquisition
Arrangement and Description
Management and Administration
Preservation
Records and Cultural Memory
Records and Information Management
Reference and Access