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COM1105 Audio/Video

Introductory · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description
Students acquire basic production skills, including planning, recording and editing, through the production of simple audio and/or video projects using basic equipment and techniques.
Prerequisite
COM1005: Visual Composition
Parameters
Access to audio and video equipment and editing technology.
Supporting courses
COM1015: Media

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 identify basic audio and video equipment, and demonstrate fundamental set-up procedures

    • 1.1 explain and apply the function of:

      • 1.1.1 automatic and manual focus

      • 1.1.2 white balance and the need to balance for different lighting conditions

      • 1.1.3 recording media; e.g., digital, film, HD

      • 1.1.4 a microphone

  • 2 identify and demonstrate basic audio and video concepts; e.g., camera moves, types of shots, audio mixing, audio set-up

    • 2.1 identify and produce various types of shots; e.g., extreme close-up, close-up, medium close-up, medium shot, long shot, extreme long shot, over the shoulder shot

    • 2.2 demonstrate various types of camera moves; e.g., tilt up/down, dolly in/out, pan left/right, truck left/right, zoom in/out

    • 2.3 apply variety to screen composition

    • 2.4 demonstrate how a two-dimensional object can be made to look three-dimensional by changing the camera angle

    • 2.5 identify screen aspect ratio; e.g., 4:3, 16:9

    • 2.6 investigate new audio and/or video technologies/techniques; e.g., compositing, digital manipulation

  • 3 apply basic project planning skills to audio/video productions

    • 3.1 produce an outline, script or shots sheet for a short video assignment; e.g., 3–5 minute interview, sporting event, advertisement

    • 3.2 prepare and follow a recording plan for audio recording, considering the following, when applicable:

      • 3.2.1 narration

      • 3.2.2 interview

      • 3.2.3 music

      • 3.2.4 transitions and effects

  • 4 apply a project plan to scripting, sound recording and basic lighting techniques in completing a production assignment

    • 4.1 use correct technical terminology in describing equipment, techniques, processes and procedures in the context of project work and during presentations to others

    • 4.2 create, adapt or apply a script

    • 4.3 use introductory production and post-production techniques to complete a project; e.g., camera moves, transitions, audio recording

  • 5 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice

  • 6 present a selection of work completed in this course to an audience; e.g., project plan, shot list or storyboard, edited project

    • 6.1 discuss work regarding:

      • 6.1.1 how the elements and principles of design help facilitate good composition in his or her work (if applicable)

      • 6.1.2 the technical and creative aspects of the work; e.g., quality, uniqueness

      • 6.1.3 areas of concern/difficulty (if applicable)

      • 6.1.4 the use of tools and equipment

      • 6.1.5 the relationship of the short outline/script to the final product

      • 6.1.6 the quality of completed project

      • 6.1.7 meeting school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language

    • 6.2 participate in peer/teacher assessment

    • 6.3 add the selected work to a portfolio

  • 7 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines

    • 7.1 demonstrate good health and safety practices; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture

    • 7.2 demonstrate security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work

  • 8 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 8.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 8.1.1 communicate

      • 8.1.2 manage information

      • 8.1.3 use numbers

      • 8.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 8.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 8.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 8.2.2 be responsible

      • 8.2.3 be adaptable

      • 8.2.4 learn continuously

      • 8.2.5 work safely

    • 8.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 8.3.1 work with others

      • 8.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 9 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 9.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 9.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

Program of Studies 2010. Source document, © Alberta Education.