Discipline: Broadcasting Technology (Film/Television) Degree Credit  [X]
Non Credit  [ ]
Nondegree Credit  [ ]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Film/Television 64


COURSE DESCRIPTION
64 Digital Editing Principles and Techniques Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
Non-linear computer-based editing using the industry-recognized software Final Cut Pro. Includes basic concepts of editing in post production designed to teach the aesthetics as well as techniques of the edit. May be taken a total of four times. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Non-linear computer-based editing using the industry-recognized software Final Cut Pro; includes aesthetics and techniques.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

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

1.   Compare and contrast linear editing and non-linear editing 
      capabilities.

2.   Describe the overall concept and purpose of editing.

3.   Use Final Cut Pro editing software to import footage, select shots 
      and assemble coherent video sequences.

4.   Apply aesthetic values to non-linear editing projects. 

5.   Select and apply appropriate digital effects, music and transitions 
      to achieve a desired outcome.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Overall concept – to alter time
  2. Purpose of editing
    1. Selecting shots
    2. Sequencing shots
    3. Pacing and timing shots
  3. Final Cut Pro User Interface
    1. 4 Main Windows
      1. Browser
      2. Viewer
      3. Canvas
      4. Timeline
    2. Tool Palettes
      1. Selection tool
      2. Trim tools
    3. Audio Meter to monitor output levels
  4. Final Cut Pro Functionality
    1. Capturing media
    2. Exporting media
    3. Timecode
    4. Compression techniques
    5. Media management
  5. Types of edits
    1. Insert
    2. Overwrite
    3. Drag and drop
  6. Editing aesthetics
    1. Continuity
    2. Editing flaws
      1. Jump cuts, flash frames, up/down cuts
      2. Pixilation
    3. Use of transitions  
  7. Graphics and titles
    1. Types of graphics
      1. Title
      2. Lower third
      3. Scrolls
      4. Crawls
    2.  Title-safe area
    3.  Font and size selection
    4.  Use of color
  8. Special effects
    1. Motion effects
    2. Filters
    3. Multiple layers
  9. Audio and mixing multi-channels
  10. Saving and printing projects
  11. Copyright and ethics

    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 and demonstrations in order to introduce students to tools and functionality of Final Cut Pro. 
  • Showing videos, DVDs, and interactive websites as examples of digital editing projects and special effects.
  • Assigning group projects in order to engage students in project-based problem solving in a team environment.
  • Assigning individual projects and skills practice exercises in order for students to build competency in the use of editing tools and functions.
 
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:

  • Performance-based exercises and assignments that demonstrate students’ ability to use Final Cut Pro to create coherent sequences.
  • Oral reports and presentations in which students explain the rationale and methods used to create projects.
  • Final project that demonstrates students’ ability to plan, organize and accomplish a project that utilizes a variety of media types in a digitally edited sequence.
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:

  • Brenneis, Lisa. Final Cut Pro 5 for Mac OS X. Peachpit Press, 2006.
  • Jordon, Larry. Final Cut Pro 5 – Hands-on Training. Lynda.com, 2006.
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