CCOG for MM 260 Winter 2025
- Course Number:
- MM 260
- Course Title:
- Video Foundations
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 20
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 20
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Introduces digital video production, with a focus on the fundamentals of project planning, basic camera functions, shooting techniques, lighting principles, and audio recording fundamentals. Includes pre-production issues and production terminology. Reviews industry workflows for individual and small-crew projects. Prerequisites: MM 116, MM 235. Audit available.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course should be able to:
- Use digital video cameras, sound recording, and video lighting equipment at a basic technical level.
- Identify individual roles, responsibilities, and workflows that contribute to effective teamwork and crew organization.
- Plan the organization of procedures, techniques, and materials necessary for a video production.
Course Activities and Design
Materials will be presented via lectures, demonstrations, and reading assignments. Students will learn and demonstrate their abilities through hands-on assignments and participation on video production crews
Outcome Assessment Strategies
Student fulfillment of expected outcomes will be assessed using:
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A series of short video assignments;
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Written quizzes;
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Written assignments;
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Practical exams in which the student demonstrates hands-on skills and abilities;
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Observation by the instructor and other staff.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
Course Activities & Design:
- Setting up cameras
- Setting up a light kit
- Basic audio tools (microphones & headphones)
- Filming an interview
- Filming B-roll
- Shot composition
- Filming grammar
- Training in basic Video / AV skills
- Operating drones and recording video