There will be a combination of tutorials, demonstrations, screenings, practical workshops, production exercises and group discussion/critiques.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to teach technical abilities and instil the fundamental skills in shooting and editing video. Students will build on the basic knowhow acquired in first year. Group work will develop and improve student's skills in the varying roles of a basic production crew.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Competence in camera and editorial skills in video production.
LO2
Enhanced preproduction skills.
LO3
Enhanced audio production skills.
LO4
Broaden the knowledge base relating to television production and the technical aspects involved.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Video Camera Work
Various aspects surrounding technical details relating to the video camera will be taught to the students. They will be tested on the basic skills around framing and camera movement.
Non Linear Editing
Students will be refreshed on the technical aspects of non linear editing software they have learned in first year. They will edit together various sequences from the shots they have recorded.
TV Theory
A wide range of television production theory and technical knowhow will be taught to the students, along with a large amount of related terminology that TV and Media students are expected to know.
Audio Production
The capturing and editing of broadcast quality audio will be emphasised.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
10.00%
Project
60.00%
Practical
30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions
Students may be asked to do an assessment, or give a presentation, based on the lectures given regarding technical terminology and television production.
1,4
10.00
n/a
Project
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Students will work together in a group productions in order to produce a variety of videos for specified audiences. The improvement of camera and editing skills will be monitored closely. Preproduction skills and the various roles of a production crew will also be developed.
1,2,3,4
60.00
n/a
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Practical assessments to confirm students basic abilities and knowhow with cameras and editing software.
1,3
30.00
n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment