FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION
FVP 111 - Introduction to Film and Video
3 credits
This course is an overview of the filmmaking process from conceptualization to execution and examines film genres in the context of history, theory, creativity, and commerce. Topics include the history of film and video in the US, technical terminology, relationships between various job categories, and the language of film. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a film vocabulary and knowledge of working conditions in the film/video production field. A course fee is required.
FVP 112 - Art Dept. Operations I
3 credits
This course introduces practical fabrication skills for wood and other materials required to build both props and sets from blueprints, photographs, or sketches. Emphasis is placed on the safe use of hand and power tools, and the skills required for collaborative efforts in set and prop construction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the equipment and skills necessary to assist in constructing sets and props. A course fee is required.
FVP 113 - Grip and Electrical I
3 credits
This course covers various grip/support packages used in different environments for studio and location. Topics include lighting units, hardware, stands, color media, and electrical theory with emphasis on safety. Upon completion, students should be able to execute basic grip and electrical directions given by the key grip, and/or gaffer. A course fee is required.
FVP 114 - Camera and Lighting I
3 credits
This course covers the basic principles of video camera and recorder operations in professional formats, crew protocol and safety, and basic lighting theory and application. Emphasis is placed on terminology, the characteristics of light, basic lighting procedures, and proper procedures of field recording with video equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic technical terms of camera operation, video recording and lighting equipment. A course fee is required.
FVP 115 - Camera and Lighting II
3 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 114
This course offers advanced principles of video camera and recorder operations and introduces students to film formats and equipment as well as advanced lighting theory applications. Emphasis is placed on terminology, lighting for effect, and color correction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of camera terms and equipment, lighting theory and applications, and assist on studio and location shoots. A course fee is required.
FVP 116 - Sound Operations
3 credits
This course provides an overview of sound theory, methods and technologies for location and studio recording, and hands-on work in location sound gathering. Emphasis is placed on terminology, protocol, cabling, trouble-shooting, mixing skills and safety aspects associated with hands-on work in sound gathering. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of sound theory and terminology and assist professionals in sound gathering in both film and audio production. A course fee is required.
FVP 120 - Art Dept. Operations II
3 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 112
This course provides a more in-depth coverage of the skills necessary to assist in the set construction, paint, set dressing, props and greens departments. Emphasis is placed on the skill range required for each craft including, but not limited to, plumbing, casting, wallpapering, furniture construction, upholstery, wiring and drapery. Upon completion, students should be competent to assist in all fields related to the fabrication and decoration of sets and props. A course fee is required.
FVP 130 - Grip and Electrical II
3 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 113
This course provides a more in-depth coverage of grip/support packages used in studio work and on location. Topics include advanced coverage of lighting, color media, and camera dollies, rigging, and electrical distribution with emphasis on safety issues. Upon completion, students should be able to execute grip and electrical directions given by the key grip, gaffer cinematographer and/or director of photography. A course fee is required.
FVP 212 - Production Techniques I
5 credits
This course provides experience working in a variety of crew positions with both student and professional productions and covers advanced film production concepts. Emphasis is placed on successful interaction with other advanced students and/or professionals as well as competency in advanced film production concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate professional skills needed to pursue careers in the film and video industry. A course fee is required.
FVP 213 - Production Techniques II
5 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 212
This course provides experience working in a variety of crew positions with both student and professional productions and covers advanced film production concepts. Emphasis is placed on successful interaction with other advanced students and/or professionals as well as competency in advanced film production concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate professional skills needed to pursue careers in key positions in the film and video industry. A course fee is required.
FVP 215 - Production Management
3 credits
Corequisites: - FVP 238 or FVP 240
This course emphasizes the activity of script breakdown in pre-production as well as the activities of the production office in both the production and post-production stages. Emphasis is placed on procedures, use of industry standard forms and software, as well as the functions and practices of the production office. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate the people and technical skills necessary to assist above-the-line professionals in all types of film and video production.
FVP 220 - Editing I
3 credits
This course covers film and video editing from traditional methods to digital non-linear systems and basic film lab and transfer facility procedures. Topics include terminology, technologies, aesthetics, basic picture-only editing skills; and the editor’s role augmented by hands-on experience. Upon completion, students should be able to use editing equipment and basic digitizing, logging, and picture-only editing skills. A course fee is required.
FVP 221 - Editing II
3 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 220
This course covers editing in the digital environment, starting from the camera negative through the transfer, the non-linear digital edit and going back to negative matching. Topics include terminology, technologies, aesthetics, advanced sound and picture editing skills, and the editor’s role augmented by hands-on experience. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in using editing equipment and sound and picture editing skills. A course fee is required.
FVP 223 - Postproduction Sound Design
3 credits
Prerequisites: FVP 116 or FVP 220
This course covers audio postproduction recording, mixing, and editing techniques, technologies, and aesthetics for the development of a compelling soundtrack for film and video media. Topics include using library effects, recording sound, effects and Foley to reinforce images and the story, preparing and mixing sound tracks for media productions. Upon completion students should be able to record, edit and mix sound design projects that strengthen narrative elements and perform critique of media sound design. A course fee is required.
FVP 227 - Multimedia Production
3 credits
This course covers technical terms used in the multimedia industry and introduces skills related to digital manipulation of audio and video materials. Emphasis is placed on technical terms used in multimedia work and integration of sound, video, graphics, and text into a single production. Upon completion, students should be able to define technical terms in multimedia work and work with a variety of computer hardware and software. A course fee is required.
FVP 240 - Introduction to Screenwriting
3 credits
Prerequisites: ENG 111
This course introduces the principles and practices of the screenwriting craft. Emphasis is placed on analysis of screenwriting and script components and the preparation and development of motion picture and television treatments and scripts. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze the components of both motion picture and television treatments and scripts, and prepare effective, camera-ready motion picture and television scripts.