FCT 1550 - Production Technology

Credits: 3

This course introduces students to all phases in the film production cycle, from pre-production through to post-production. The course expands on the terminology, equipment, power distribution, safety, execution of lighting and other aspects of providing electrical capabilities on location and in the studio. The course will introduce additional digital information workflows and equipment common to motion-picture production - more specifically planning, scheduling & budgeting processes; script supervision & applicable reports; the power equipment, needs, and roles of the camera, sound, grip & electric departments; digital imaging technician, and on-set media management. Upon completion, the student should be able in each production department the expectations and needs on location or in a studio. (NT)

Lecture Hours: 5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

Corequisite(s):

FCT 1100