AV FILM TECHNOLOGY I: Course Syllabus

Department: CTAE                                                                                                     Fall Semester 2019

COURSE TITLE: Audio/Video Technology & Film 1                              INSTRUCTOR: Mrs. Thigpen    TUTORING/LAB TIME:  Wednesdays 3:35 – 4:15                                    PHONE: 770-819-2521

EMAIL: Kristen.thigpen@cobbk12.org        

SCHOOL WEBSITE:  http://www.cobbk12.org/Pebblebrook/

           

PHS SCHOOL VISION: Empowering Students to Become Productive Members of a Global Community

PHS SCHOOL MISSION: Modeling and Developing Intellectual, Physical and Emotional Behaviors that Lead to Success for All

KEY ACTIONS:

·       Increase the Graduation Rate

·       Increase rigor and student engagement (Project-based learning environment)

·       Increase community and parental involvement

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will serve as the foundational course in the Audio & Video Technology & Film pathway. The course prepares students for employment or entry into a postsecondary education program in the audio and video technology career field. Topics covered may include, but are not limited to: terminology, safety, basic equipment, script writing, production teams, production and programming, lighting, recording and editing, studio production, and professional ethics. Skills USA, the Georgia Scholastic Press Association, Technology Student Association (TSA) and Student Television Network are examples of, but not limited to, appropriate organizations for providing leadership training and/or for reinforcing specific career and technical skills and may be considered an integral part of the instructional program. All material covered in Audio & Video Technology & Film I will be utilized in subsequent courses. The pre-requisite for this course is advisor approval.

KEY STANDARDS:

Course Standard 1

AAVTC-AVTFI-1

Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.

The following elements should be integrated throughout the content of this course.

1.1 Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities.

1.2 Demonstrate creativity with multiple approaches to ask challenging questions resulting in innovative procedures, methods, and products.

1.3 Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze, and apply information in career planning and employment situations.

1.4 Model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, and respect for diversity.

1.5 Apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, technological, and diverse workplace to be able to work independently, interpret data, and apply team work skills.

1.6 Present a professional image through appearance, behavior, and language.

Course Standard 2

AAVTC-AVTFI-2

Understand and follow safety procedures when working with TV equipment.

2.1 State general safety rules for operation of equipment and learning activities specific to film and TV.

2.2 Perform safe practices when working on assignments.

2.3 Transport equipment safely and securely.

Course Standard 3

AAVTC-AVTFI-3

Understand and utilize trade terminology in an appropriate manner.

3.1 Identify and utilize trade terminology in the media production lab.

3.2 Identify and utilize trade abbreviations and acronyms as appropriate.

Course Standard 4

AAVTC-AVTFI-4

Demonstrate proper set-up and use of basic production equipment.

4.1 Demonstrate steps necessary to set-up, turn on, and operate equipment according to instructor’s directions.

4.2 Use both traditional camcorders and non-traditional capture devices like DSLR cameras, smart phones and iPads to record and edit video.

4.3 Demonstrate proper picture composition techniques.

4.4 Demonstrate proper camera movement.

4.5 Demonstrate proper use of microphones.

4.6 Identify qualities of a technically acceptable audio track.

4.7 Demonstrate mastery of aesthetics to include composition, coordination, balance, and color contrast.

4.8 Demonstrate basic lighting techniques.

4.9 Explain the care, storage, and use of media hardware and software.

4.10 Determine proper cables for set-up and operation of production equipment.

Course Standard 5

AAVTC-AVTFI-5

Identify and create various types of scripts.

5.1 Identify scripts by format.

5.2 Demonstrate the steps leading to the development of various types of scripts

(Brainstorm, Proposal and Treatment).

5.3 Define terminology used in scriptwriting.

5.4. Write scripts as assigned according to designated deadline.

5.5. Plan and produce a storyboard.

Course Standard 6

AAVTC-AVTFI-6

Demonstrate proper use and operation of studio equipment and production techniques while working as part of a production team during a studio broadcast.

6.1. Operate production switcher.

6.2. Operate audio console.

6.3. Operate recording/broadcasting equipment.

6.4. Operate studio cameras.

6.5. Operate character generator.

6.6. Identify and perform duties of a floor director.

6.7. Demonstrate basic three point lighting for studio broadcast.

Course Standard 7

AAVTC-AVTFI-7

Demonstrate teamwork and proper use of equipment while participating in a live field production which may include electronic news gathering, film work or streaming live events.

7.1 Operate field cameras.

7.2 Demonstrate live audio recording using proper microphones and field mixer.

7.3 Identify different types of internet connections.

7.4 Demonstrate the difference between uploading and downloading and identify different compression methods commonly used with digital video.

Course Standard 8

AAVTC-AVTFI-8

Demonstrate the use of technology in recording and post-production applications.

8.1. Identify recording formats and compression methods used with digital media.

8.2. Demonstrate the production of still and motion graphics.

8.3. Capture and / or transfer digital video using editing application.

8.4. Demonstrate basic editing techniques while producing a finished video.

8.5 Demonstrate various methods to export completed media including DVD authoring and digital upload.

8.6 Demonstrate basic audio editing techniques.

8.7 Demonstrate special effects processing to include color correction, keying and digital compositing.

Course Standard 9

AAVTC-AVTFI-9

Develop an understanding of audio video and film careers, describe the principal fields of specializations and identify associated career opportunities.

9.1 Identify education requirements for audio video and film occupations and locations where programs of study are available.

9.2 Match audio video and film job titles with qualifications and responsibilities.

9.3 Participate in activities related to career interests.

Course Standard 10

AAVTC-AVTFI-10

Examine how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses through leadership development, school and community service projects and competitive events.

10.1 Explain the purpose, mission, objectives, motto, colors, official dress and other distinguishing characteristics of Skills USA.

Students shall accomplish the above standards by working on the following projects:

Lesson 1:  VIDEOGRAPHER’S REPERTOIRE PROJECT - Students will work in groups to videotape examples of the 6 shots in a videographer’s repertoire as they familiarize themselves with the editing software and cameras.

Lesson 2: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION - Students will work in groups, choose a product and create a commercial for it.  It can be a real product or made up one.  The commercial must persuade their audience to purchase the product and should be :30 - :60 seconds long.

Lesson  3:  PSA Project - Students will choose partners to work together with on a public service announcement..  They will choose a topic from a list provided to them.  Together they will research the topic, write, conduct interviews, videotape and edit their public service announcement..

Lesson 4: Student's choice project - Students have a choice of producing a short movie, music video, or how to video.  Students will work in groups and incorporate techniques learned throughout the semester to create a longer format video.

Lesson 5 (If time allows):  News Story - Students will conduct an on-camera interview of one of their classmates and include b-roll shot by students or photos that support the story then edit the interview in i-Movie -  or students may do a news story about something going on in school and conduct interviews and shoot b-roll or photos to support the story.

GRADING POLICY:

Projects ………………………………………………………………………100 - 120 points
Exams, Tests & Quizzes………………………………………………………20 - 100 points
Meeting Deadlines……………………………………………………………. up to 40 points
Actively Engaged and Participating …………………………………. …........up to 40 points
Homework……………………………………………………………………up to 40 points
Prepared for Class………………………………………………………….…up to 30 points
Bell Work……………......……………………………………………………up to 30 points
Peer Assessments…………………………………………………………...…up to 10 points
Miscellaneous Activity/Assignments…………………………………...........5-100 points

GRADE RECOVERY: Students who score 69 or below on any unit assessment are allowed to retake the assessment.  The grade will not exceed a 70 for the unit assessment.  The retake must be completed with-in one week. Please view the teacher’s blog for notification when the assessment will be administered.
GRADING SCALE:

A - 100-90%

B - 89-80%

C - 79-74%

D – 70-73%

F - 69-Below

PARTICIPATION:

Class participation is a vital component of the AVTF curriculum. Much can be learned from the exchange of ideas that occurs during class discussions, projects and other relevant activities. Frequent absences SERIOUSLY jeopardize your success in this class. The participation grade will be based on the degree of student involvement in the learning activities, including attention to and participation in written and planning exercises, group projects, crew assignments for class, and field work.  To reiterate:  If you do not participate in project formation and execution, you will not receive a passing grade for that activity.

SYNERGY ACCESS TO GRADES:  

It is strongly encouraged that you keep your Synergy login information in a safe place and that you have access to the information when needed.  Parents should contact the Main Office (770.819.2521).

Please note that when you are viewing grades in Synergy that a blank grade column for your child has no effect on their grade.  If the space is blank, then your student may not have turned in that assignment due to absence or the teacher may not have entered grades for that assignment at that time.  An “X” means that the student is exempt from an assignment at the discretion of the teacher.

MATERIALS NEEDED:

*Be sure to label your headphones and USB drive with your name.

●      Pen or pencil

●      Section in binder or pocket and pronged folder dedicated to TV Production (with notebook paper & pockets)

●      Headphones/Ear buds (Like those you use with an MP3 player) Students must have these with them every day they have my class or they will be considered unprepared for class.  I recommend you always keep your headphones/earbuds in your backpack.

●      USB 4GB flash drive (Must be at least 4gb – available at Target, Wal-Mart, etc…)

CLASSROOM WISH LIST:

                        •Ream of paper

      •Extra Headphones

                        •Kleenex Tissues

                        •Hand Sanitizer

               •Lysol Wipes

CLASS EXPECTATIONS:

    ✓     Be on time & prepared.

    ✓     Raise your hand to speak or ask questions.

   ✓      Cell phones can only be used for class instruction and with teacher permission. You are not allowed to use a cellphone in class to text a friend, post anything on social media or play games online.   (Cell phones can be used for class games, taking quizzes or tests online or using them to videotape a project.  If not being used for any of these, your phone should not be out or it will be confiscated.)         

    ✓     Treat others as you would want to be treated.

    ✓      Class project time is not free time.  You must spend class time given working on project or if you are done, assisting classmate with their project.  (Remember, you are graded on participation/engagement, so if you’re not working, your grade will reflect it.)

    ✓     Going out to record video for a project is a privilege, if a teacher or administrator reports you were hoarsing around while out working on a project, you will lose the privilege to shoot the project and this could result in a failing grade for the project.             

    ✓     No food, drinks, candy, or gum by computers.

     ✓     Students shall respect and care for all equipment and report any damage to equipment immediately. Students     

            must treat the equipment with care.  Video cameras, microphones, tripods, and computers are

            expensive and fragile.  If I treat the equipment inappropriately or drop or break equipment, I can be

            held liable for the replacement costs of such equipment.

     ✓    All videos created must adhere to the guidelines of Pebblebrook High School Policies.

    ✓    The subject matter, music, and video shots in my projects must be school appropriate content .

             Inappropriate language, gestures or visuals, sexually suggestive material whether blatant or insinuated, or

             violence in my videos could result in my failing a project or the class.

     ✓    No cameras should ever be taken in to school bathrooms/locker rooms to shoot video for

             projects.  If there are any questions as to whether a topic or location you are choosing for a project is

             school appropriate, it must be approved by the teacher or administration.  

     ✓    Place your bags/backpacks under your tables and have a seat as soon as you walk in to class. 

Internet and Network Usage:

1. Pebblebrook High School and Cobb County School District rules apply.

2. Internet use is a privilege and must support academic projects (it must pertain to a class assignment).

3. Logging in as someone else and/or sharing login and password information will be grounds for a discipline referral.

4. Misuse of the server, visits to inappropriate web sites, sending personal e-mails, instant messaging, or other unauthorized use of the Internet will be grounds for a discipline referral.

FINAL EXAM EXEMPTION:

Students with no more than one excused absence may qualify to exempt one of their final exams.  Students with a course average of 80 or higher may exempt one final exam of their choice.  Students with a course average of 79 or below may request that ten percentage points be added to the final exam grade.  Towards the end of the semester, students who qualify may submit an Exam Exemption Form to the classroom teacher of their choice.  Teachers must verify that the student qualifies for the exemption.

LATE WORK POLICY: Any late work will receive a highest possible grade of a 70 if turned in after the assignment is due.  The student will have until the unit test to turn in late work and will receive a highest possible grade of 70.  No work will be graded after the Unit Test.

ATTENDANCE AND MAKE-UP POLICY: If a student receives and excused absence he or she will be able to make up the work in class that was done for the day.  Each class has a rolling folder activity spot on the back wall.  It is the student’s responsibility to obtain their work from the wall and complete and return in a timely manner.  The student has up to the amount of excused absences plus one day to complete any missing work.  After that point the work will be considered late and will be graded as such.

TARDY POLICY:  

To avoid being counted tardy, students must be seated and ready for class when the bell rings.  School policy states that students may receive detention, In-School Suspension, and Out-of-School Suspension for repeated tardies. 

                     -First through Third unexcused tardy = warning.

         -Fourth through Sixth unexcused tardy =  20 minute detention

         -Seventh through Ninth unexcused tardy = 60 minute detention

         -Tenth tardy = Administrative referral for 2 days In-School Suspension

         -Eleven or more tardies = Administrative referral for 3 days In-School Suspension

EXTRA HELP: 

           

Students can come in after school on Wednesdays and from 3:35-4:10.  Please make sure you sign-up ahead of time, if you are planning on coming to tutoring or lab time.

CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES:

As per the school’s policy, cell phones are not to be used during class time unless directed by the teacher for instructional purposes. Students will receive a discipline referral after one warning to put away any electronic device (unless the device is being used for instruction). Students are allowed to bring certain technologies to class (iPad, laptop, Kindle, etc.), but it should NOT interfere with the teaching or other’s learning.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:

Cheating is considered a serious matter.  Any student who is involved in cheating/plagiarism will receive a grade of zero on the material, an unsatisfactory in conduct, and his/her parents will be notified.

For this course, cheating is defined as, but is not limited to, the following acts:

• Copying anyone's answers to questions, exercises, study guides, class work or homework assignments
• Taking any information verbatim from any source, including the Internet, without giving proper credit to the author, or rearranging the order of words and/or changing some words as written by the author and claiming the work as his or her own, i.e., plagiarism.
• Looking onto another student's paper during a test or quiz.
• Having available any study notes or other test aids during a test or quiz without the teacher's permission.
• Collaborating on assignments when independent work is expected.