CISG 109 Digital Media Tools
This course introduces the basics of video production utilizing a personal camcorder and video editing equipment. Students study video technologies, basic equipment operation, basic lighting principles and audio recording fundamentals.
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
CISG 109Digital Media Tools
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Information Technology
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
16
Semester Contact Hours Lab
48
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course introduces the basics of video production utilizing a personal camcorder and video editing equipment. Students study video technologies, basic equipment operation, basic lighting principles and audio recording fundamentals.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- To develop the student’s ability to work as an effective and participating member of a team, demonstrating positive "people" skills.
- To demonstrate that the student has learned the elements of digital production.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Understand and demonstrate operating video editing equipment.
Understand and be able to use different shooting techniques.
Understand different video formats.
To develop the student’s ability to work independently and follow oral and written instructions.
To develop the student’s ability to work as an effective and participating member of a team, demonstrating positive "people" skills.
Understand and demonstrate the basic principles of lighting in video productions.
Understand and demonstrate the basic principles of audio in video productions.
Understand basic scriptwriting and storyboard.
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
How To vide project
Assignments for camera usage
Required Exams
Midterm project
Final project
Required Materials
Headphones
Portable hard drive (formatted for both platforms)
Google Drive
Adobe CC license
Notebook
Pen and highlighter.
Purchase Adobe license by beginning of second week at Adobe.com – "Special offers for students" link at the bottom.
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
How To vide project
Assignments for camera usage
Midterm project
Final project