2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook

Videography and Film, AAS


CODE: VIDF-AAS     |     TOTAL CREDITS: 60     |     FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY: Eligible


DESCRIPTION

The CSN Videography and Film Program is a hands-on digital program that stresses traditional film grammar and the creative documentary. Courses address basic and intermediate film making techniques using digital video equipment. Other topics include camera usage, production planning, script writing, lighting, directing, and digital editing with commercial software applications.


ACADEMIC MAP

CSN AAS Videography and Film Map    


 

Student Learning Outcomes


  1. Operate a digital video camera and light meter.
  2. Create treatments and storyboards to shoot basic video sequences.
  3. Communicate effectively with actors.
  4. Identify story elements as they script, produce, light, direct, and edit a short documentary movie.
  5. Apply concepts of photographic composition and creative expression to pictures.
  6. Develop creative story concepts and script ideas for professional standard scripts.
  7. Analyze different editing styles used by various filmmakers.
  8. Develop a professional portfolio.

General Education Requirements


TOTAL GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS: 22


 

Mathematics (3 Credits)


NOTE: Your first college-level MATH course MUST be completed before reaching 30 total college-level credits.

English Composition (3-5 Credits)


NOTE: Your first college-level ENG course MUST be completed before reaching 30 total college-level credits.

Special Program Requirements


TOTAL SPECIAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 38