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PROD 467 Post-Production Sound
3 semester hours
Advanced sound theory with actual experience in sound re-recording for both film and television.
Prerequisite: RECA 367 .
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PROD 480 Advanced Production Seminar
1 TO 3 semester hours
Seminar/workshop course in special advanced techniques in production and post-production topics.
School of Film and Television students only.
Seniors only.
May be repeated for degree credit up to four times.
Prerequisites: PROD 390 or PROD 392 ; RECA 367 .
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PROD 484 Visual Design
3 semester hours
Through lectures and practical assignments, students learn how to clearly and effectively communicate content through the design principles at work in still and moving images.
Prerequisite: PROD 200 .
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PROD 487 Actor Workshop
3 semester hours
Seminar/workshop course in special advanced techniques in production and post-production topics.
School of Film and Television students only.
May be repeated for degree credit up to four times.
Prerequisite: PROD 390 or PROD 392 .
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PROD 490 Advanced Production: Producing and Directing the Fiction Short
3 semester hours
Preparation of the shooting script, casting, scheduling, budgeting, art design, pre-visualization, and other preparation prior to principal photography.
Practical experience in motion picture production on a paraprofessional level including writing, directing, and editing a film. Sync sound project, maximum length: 15 minutes.
Note: Insurance required for off-campus use of equipment. The student must provide a professional copy of all senior thesis-level projects to the School of Film and Television in partial fulfillment of degree requirements.
Lab fee.
Majors only.
Seniors only.
Prerequisites: PROD 390 or PROD 392 ; RECA 367 .
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PROD 492 Advanced Production: Producing and Directing the Documentary Short
3 semester hours
Writing the thesis (documentary) project and preparing the script for production.
Practical experience in motion picture production on a paraprofessional level including writing, directing, and editing a documentary or experimental piece. Project maximum length 15 minutes.
Note: Insurance required for off-campus use of equipment. The student must provide a professional copy of all senior thesis-level projects to the School of Film and Television in partial fulfillment of degree requirements.
Lab fee.
Majors only.
Seniors only.
Offered Spring semester only.
Prerequisites: PROD 390 or PROD 392 , PROD 379 ; RECA 367 .
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PROD 498 Special Studies
0 TO 4 semester hours
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PROD 499 Independent Studies
0 TO 3 semester hours
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PROD 530 Intermediate Documentary Pre-Production
3 semester hours
Research and development of a documentary idea to be produced in the advanced documentary course.
Prerequisites: PROD 500 , PROD 541 , PROD 566 , SCWR 501 , all with a minimum grade of B-.
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PROD 541 Introduction to Cinematography
3 semester hours
An introduction to 16mm motion picture cameras, digital cameras, film stocks, lighting, and grip equipment. Location and studio procedures for both sync and non-sync situations.
Lecture and Laboratory, 5 hours.
Lab fee.
Insurance fee.
Majors only.
A grade of B- or higher is required.
Corequisites: PROD 500 , PROD 566 ; SCWR 501 .
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PROD 550 Directing the Short Film II: Visual Storytelling
3 semester hours
Practicum in production of fictional student projects from initial concept through post-production. Advanced production and post-production theory and practice as applied to film and television. Involves individual and/or group projects.
A grade of B- or higher is required.
Prerequisites: PROD 500 , PROD 541 , PROD 566 , SCWR 501 , all with a minimum grade of B-.
Corequisites: PROD 530 or SCWR 530 , PROD 570 , and RECA 500 .
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PROD 567 Practicum in Color Correction
3 semester hours
This course presents an introduction to color theory and the craft of color correction. We will be going over techniques to create a better understanding of how we interact with color, how we can affect color, and developing abilities as a colorist.
Prerequisite: PROD 566 .
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PROD 570 Production Planning
3 semester hours
In-depth study of production planning with an emphasis on budgeting and scheduling for the intermediate and advanced projects.
Prerequisites: PROD 500 , PROD 541 , PROD 566 , SCWR 501 , all with a minimum grade of B-.
Corequisites: PROD 530 or SCWR 530 , PROD 550 , RECA 500 .
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PROD 580 Music Video Production
3 semester hours
This course investigates the relationship between the contemporary music video, non-narrative visual representation, and current social issues. With both theoretical and production components, students develop and produce a music video that addresses the needs of an outside client/artist.
Prerequisite: PROD 500 .
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PROD 581 Production Design
3 semester hours
This course requires students to serve as production designer on an intermediate or advanced SFTV student film produced during the same semester, with the course’s instructor guiding the production designer and director of the project to establish an effective and unique look and vision for the film.
Prerequisite: PROD 500 .
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PROD 598 Special Studies
0 TO 4 semester hours
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PROD 599 Independent Studies
0 TO 3 semester hours
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PROD 600 Directing the Short Film III: Directing Actors
6 semester hours
Further practical experience in fiction and non-fiction production and post-production, including the producing, directing, and editing of a film or documentary project.
Note: Insurance is required for equipment.
A grade of B- or higher is required.
Prerequisites: PROD 530 or SCWR 530 ; PROD 550 with a minimum grade of B-.
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PROD 631 Web Series Development
3 semester hours
Students will learn how to develop a digital series, culminating in pitching an original project to a branded web agency. Students will discover how digital content can be a gateway into traditional TV or film and how it has created a new frontier for storytelling through new media.
Prerequisite: PROD 550 .
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PROD 633 Developing, Selling, and Monetizing Digital Content
3 semester hours
This course teaches students how to develop, sell, and monetize digital content. The course explores the various types of digital content and deconstruct their audience, and structure, as well as the changing world of television through the development of digital distribution, branded entertainment, and web series.
Prerequisite: PROD 550 .
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PROD 635 Film and Television Development
3 semester hours
This course is designed to enhance students’ understanding of the feature film and TV development process while exploring critical concepts and common business practices. This course will educate and inform the student about how best to analyze and then create concepts for TV and film.
Prerequisite: PROD 550 .
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PROD 639 Producing Master Class
3 semester hours
This course explores the art of creative producing, familiarizing students with the various aspects of the producing process from idea to getting a project sold.
Prerequisite: PROD 600 .
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PROD 671 Thesis Project: Post-Finishing the Film
1 TO 3 semester hours
Registration is required until Thesis Project is completed.
Prerequisite: PROD 670 .
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PROD 684 Visual Design
3 semester hours
Through lectures and practical assignments, students learn how to clearly and effectively communicate content through the design principles at work in still and moving images.
Prerequisite: PROD 550 .
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PROD 688 Directing the Camera
3 semester hours
Beginning with an introduction to the fundamental differences between montage and mise-en-scène, the course will teach students the art and craft of designing, blocking, and executing sophisticated scenes with moving characters, in order to visualize the dramatic content of a scene.
Prerequisite: PROD 550 .
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PROD 698 Special Studies
0 TO 4 semester hours
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PROD 699 Independent Studies
0 TO 3 semester hours
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Psychology (PSYC) |
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PSYC 1998 Special Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
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PSYC 1999 Independent Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
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PSYC 2002 Research Methods
4 semester hours
Introduces the basic principles of common psychology research methods and designs. Provides students with fundamental background for planning, conducting, and critiquing research in psychology. Emphasizes scientific writing, including APA style, and data interpretation using descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include: hypothesis testing, searching scientific literature, variables and measurement, reliability and validity, and ethics in the conduct of empirical research.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 and PSYC 2001 .
University Core fulfilled: Flags: Information Literacy, Quantitative Literacy.
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PSYC 2998 Special Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
Prerequisite: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 .
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PSYC 2999 Independent Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
Prerequisite: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 .
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PSYC 3050 Principles of Behavioral Neuroscience
4 semester hours
Explores the scientific investigation and advancement of theory pertaining to processes underlying the biological basis of human behavior. This course will examine pertinent topics within the fields of psychology, biology, chemistry, neuropharmacology, biochemistry, and the clinical sciences (e.g., neurology and neuropsychiatry) to provide a comprehensive introduction to behavioral neuroscience.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisite: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 .
University Core fulfilled: Explorations: Nature of Science, Technology, and Mathematics; Flags: Information Literacy, Oral Skills.
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PSYC 4001 Cognitive Neuroscience
4 semester hours
Contemporary theories and research regarding cognitive processes: perception, pattern recognition, attention, memory, representation of knowledge, mental imagery, psycholinguistics, concept formation, problem-solving, and reasoning. Explores the application of these theories to study skills, education, neuropsychology, psychopathology, cognitive development, intelligence, and computer models of cognition.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only. Required for Psychology majors.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4002 Social Psychology
4 semester hours
Contemporary theories and empirical research related to person perception, affiliation, interpersonal attraction, group structure and dynamics, social influence, attitude change, aggression, prosocial behavior, and prejudice.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only. Required for Psychology majors.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4033 Community Psychology
4 semester hours
The community psychology course introduces students to the rigorous academic discipline of community psychology, the theoretical approach to community-based interventions and its emphasis on research and action. Students will gain an understanding of the role, functions, and responsibilities of a community psychologist working with and within community organizations. The course stresses student engagement in transformative action, allowing them to integrate practical experience with community psychology research and theory.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4036 Personality
4 semester hours
A survey of the major contemporary theories of personality and relevant research and applications related to each theory.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4045 Advanced Research Methods
4 semester hours
Building on lower division statistics and research methods Psychology requirements, this course further investigates research designs and statistical analyses psychologists use to understand, predict, and influence human behavior. Students will conduct an empirical research study in a topical area of psychology and present results in APA-style written, oral, and/or poster presentations. Highly recommended for students considering graduate study in psychology.
Consent of instructor required.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
University Core fulfilled: Flags: Engaged Learning, Oral Skills.
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PSYC 4052 Evolutionary Psychology
4 semester hours
Examination of the biosocial development of adaptive behavioral strategies for various classes of behavior including altruism, intergenerational conflict, courtship, parenting, territoriality, sibling rivalry, aggression.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4055 Neuropsychology
4 semester hours
Clinical neuropsychology; brain damage and organic syndromes, diagnosis, and biological therapies.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4090 Teaching Internship
1 TO 4 semester hours
Guided teaching of undergraduate course(s). May be repeated for credit.
Consent of instructor required.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4097 Research Assistantship
1 TO 4 semester hours
This course is for students who are research assistants (RAs) in faculty research. It provides an engaging, in-depth opportunity to learn the ethics, methods, and principles of psychological research. It is designed to flexibly accommodate a student either over several semesters (taking 1-2 semester hours in any combination one semester at a time up to a maximum of 4 semester hours) or in one semester (for the full 4 semester hours). A formal agreement between the student and faculty member shall define the academic expectations and workload and incorporate specific requirements for a writing assignment related to the research on which the student works that will serve as a formal basis for the grade.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
Consent of a full-time faculty member who agrees to serve as the student’s supervisor, mentor, and evaluator required.
University Core fulfilled: Flag: Engaged Learning.
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PSYC 4100 Capstone Seminar
4 semester hours
Seminar focuses on a faculty-selected topic to be investigated using the biopsychological perspective. The topic of this seminar is selected by the faculty member from within his or her area of expertise. Students are expected to broadly review and integrate their learning in psychology across the curriculum. This course fulfills the capstone requirement.
Senior Psychology majors only.
Prerequisites: All required courses for the major completed or currently in progress.
University Core fulfilled: Flag: Writing.
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PSYC 4101 Community-Based Service Learning, Integration, and Psychology
4 semester hours
This seminar is a continuation of PSYC 4100, Capstone Seminar . Part of a year-long sequence, this course seeks to enliven the three pillars of the LMU Mission by integrating Ignatian spirituality and discernment with the biopsychosocial model in psychology. Students conceive and effect 30 hours of an organized service project and engage in guided reflection and critical analysis. The primary goal of this seminar is to inspire students to integrate academic learning and community-based experiences that are intentionally and deeply interrelated.
Senior Psychology majors only.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in each: PSYC 4001 , PSYC 4002 , and PSYC 4100 (Capstone 1: Psychology, Integration, and Mission).
Consent of instructor required.
University Core fulfilled: Flag: Engaged Learning.
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PSYC 4195 Senior Assessment
0 semester hours
Assessment of student learning outcomes in the field of psychology. Includes written examination or some other form of written assessment, completion of survey instruments, senior exit interview, or other forms of end-of-program evaluation. PSYC 4195 is offered two times a year (Spring and Fall).
Credit/No Credit grading only.
Senior Psychology majors only in their final semester.
Prerequisites: All required courses for the major completed or currently in progress.
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PSYC 4196 Honors in Psychology
0 TO 4 semester hours
This is an opportunity for Honors-eligible students to complete a substantive research project to quality for Departmental Honors.
Senior Psychology majors only.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , PSYC 2003 , and consent of department chairperson. Also, the student must obtain the written approval of the faculty supervisor the semester prior to starting Honors in Psychology.
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PSYC 4998 Special Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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PSYC 4999 Independent Studies
1 TO 4 semester hours
Consent of instructor required.
Open to Psychology majors and minors only.
Junior or senior standing required.
Prerequisites: Grade of C (2.0) or higher in PSYC 1000 , PSYC 2001 , PSYC 2002 , and PSYC 2003 .
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RECA 250 Sound Design
3 semester hours
An introduction to the aesthetic, pragmatic, and technical issues of motion picture sound recording, editing, and mixing.
PROD and RECA majors only.
Prerequisite: FTVS 1010 or FTVS 1020 .
A grade of B (3.0) or higher is required for RECA majors.
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RECA 298 Special Studies
1 TO 3 semester hours
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RECA 299 Independent Studies
0 TO 3 semester hours
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RECA 358 Post-Production Sound
3 semester hours
Advanced applications in film and television sound post-production: ADR, Foley, dialog and sound effects editing, and mixing.
RECA majors only.
Prerequisites: RECA 220 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 250 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 258 , RECA 322 , and RECA 353 .
Corequisites: RECA 361 and RECA 362 .
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RECA 361 Capturing Live Music
3 semester hours
The theory and practice of live and studio recording with no overdubs.
Live sound reinforcement practice of an outdoor concert session.
Lecture and Laboratory, 6 hours.
RECA majors only.
Prerequisites: RECA 220 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 250 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 258 , RECA 322 , and RECA 353 ; MUSC 104 and MUSC 107 .
Corequisites: RECA 358 and RECA 362 .
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RECA 394 Music Supervision
3 semester hours
Defining the role of the music supervisor in drawing on the combined resources of the film and television communities to marry music and moving images, this course is for anyone interested in the business and art of film and television music. Lectures and discussion with guest speakers (music supervisors, composers, filmmakers, producers, music licensing representatives, and executives) present the principles and procedures of music supervision.
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RECA 395 Video Game Sound
3 semester hours
Developing basic skills and understanding of modern video game engines. Sound/music design and implementation through using “Unity 3D” game engine will build a practical foundational knowledge of sound design and programming.
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RECA 397 Recording Arts Internship
1 TO 3 semester hours
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RECA 398 Special Studies
1 TO 3 semester hours
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RECA 399 Independent Studies
0 TO 3 semester hours
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RECA 461 Multi-Track Studio Recording
3 semester hours
Music production and sound engineering using multi-track studio recording techniques.
Lecture and Laboratory, 6 hours.
RECA majors only.
Prerequisites: RECA 220 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 250 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 258 , RECA 322 , RECA 353 , RECA 358 , RECA 361 ; MUSC 104 and MUSC 107 .
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RECA 470 Senior Capstone Portfolio
3 semester hours
Supervised project in multi-track recording and production or film production and post-production sound. The student will author a portfolio containing all the work completed as a partial fulfillment of RECA degree requirements.
RECA majors only.
Prerequisites: RECA 220 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 250 with a grade of B (3.0) or higher, RECA 258 , RECA 322 , RECA 353 , RECA 358 , RECA 361 , RECA 362 , RECA 461 ; MUSC 104 and MUSC 107 .
Corequisite: RECA 464 .
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RECA 493 Contemporary Issues: Recording Arts
3 semester hours
Further studies in sound recording theory and practice.
RECA majors only.
Prerequisite: RECA 461 .
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