Discipline: Broadcasting Technology (Film/Television) Degree Credit  [ ]
Non Credit  [ ]
Nondegree Credit  [ ]
Comm Service  [ ]
 

Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Film/Television 48


COURSE DESCRIPTION
48 Short Film Production Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
Introduction to the filmmaking process; includes practical experience in production planning, filming and post-production. Emphasis on the techniques of motion picture photography and the operation of 16mm film cameras, the use of lenses and filters, film exposure, composition and the film processing and film-to-digital tape transfer. May be taken a total of four times. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Introduction to filmmaking using 16 mm film cameras; includes practical experience in production planning, filming and post-production. Students will incur costs of approximately $160 for film processing.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.   Operate a film camera and light meter.

2.   Work in a team environment to plan and produce a short film.

3.   Create a storyboard that is the basis for shot selection in a short 
      film.

4.   Analyze a film script to identify production requirements, props, 
      crew and costuming.

5.   Describe the role of digital technology in film production.

6.   Apply practical problem-solving skills to resolve obstacles in the 
      filmmaking process. 

7.   Identify and describe the functions of departments in the 
      filmmaking process.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. The Filmmaking Industry
    1.  Historical perspective on film production techniques
    2.  Impact of digital technology
    3.  Film production today
    4.  Overview of the Film Production Industry
    5.  Departments and their roles
  2.  Film Script
    1.  Reading - defining the specific purpose of the script before production proceeds
    2.  Breakdown – identifying needs of the production including equipment, props, costume, special effects
  3.  Film Production Plan
    1.  Scheduling – developing a plan to determine location requirements
    2. . Storyboarding – creating  a detailed sketch that is a sequenced, scene-by- scene shot scenario of the final script
  4.  The Film Production Process
    1.  Steps in the filmmaking process
    2.  Film Equipment and operation
      1. The 16 mm film camera
      2. Lenses
      3. Light meter
      4. Lights
    3. . Post-Production Process
      1. Film-to-tape transfer
      2. Practical application of editing video
      3.  Film editing aesthetics

Students are also assigned reading, writing and other outside assignments equivalent to two hours per one hour lecture.
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Presenting class lectures, discussions and demonstrations in order to introduce students to principles, concepts and equipment.
  • Assigning cooperative learning tasks that enable students to practice skills in the use of equipment and the application of production techniques. 
  • Assigning small group activities that give students experience in working in a team environment to create and problem solve.
  • Assigning exercises to practice and reinforce filmmaking techniques.
  • Inviting guest lecturers to share industry perspectives and expectations.
  • Taking field trips to expose students to state-of-the-industry workplace environments
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • 1. Class and small-group exercises that give students an opportunity to demonstrate mastery of skills in the use of film production equipment.
  • Quizzes and exams that enable instructor to assess students’ comprehension of key concepts and principles.
  • Final applied project that demonstrates students’ ability to plan, organize and accomplish a film project that utilizes a variety of film production skills.
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Bernstein, Steven. Film Production . 2 ed. any: Focal Press, 1994.
  • Irving, David K. . Producing and Directing the Short Film and Video. 3 ed. any: Focal Press, 2006.
  • Students will incur costs of approximately $160.00 for film processing.
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