Course Syllabus
Contact Information
Course Details
For a list of course activities, scroll to the bottom of this page.
Course Prerequisites
Students in the course should have completed AT-5833 Video and Sound Techniques and be able to demonstrate basic skills in camera operation, lighting, sound recording, and video editing.
Course Materials
Required Textbooks
Resources
Suggested Software & Technology
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- Video Camera - Must be able to adjust f-stop, shutter speed, and ISO
- Option 1: DSLR Camera
- Option 2: Cellphone with an app including the aforementioned video camera settings
- FiLMiC App: enables setting adjustments on cellphone
- Audio Recorder - Can use an audio recording app on phone or external recorder
- Microphone - Ensure the microphone connector matches the recorder
- Video Editing Program - Adobe Premiere will be taught via Instructor Demos, but other programs can be used
- Solid State External Hard Drive - Projects for this course will require 200+ GB of storage space
- Video Camera - Must be able to adjust f-stop, shutter speed, and ISO
Grades
Each week, each student is responsible for active participation with the course assignments, screenings, and discussions. Additionally, each student is responsible for developing two self-directed projects and sharing those projects in a series of critiques.
The class participation grade will be an average of the grades earned for each of the Live Sessions, required discussion boards, and critiques. There are two ways to receive credit for Live Sessions.
Option 1 (preferred): Attend the Live Session and actively participate with the camera on. Be prepared to answer questions outlined in each module because the instructor will use a random name selector to ensure everyone has a chance to contribute to the dialogue.
Option 2: In the event that your work or personal schedule makes it impossible for you to attend a Live Session, a recording will be uploaded to the Live Session page and there will be a written assignment to complete after watching the Live Session recording.
Breakdown
In this course, the final course grade will be computed based on the following evaluation categories:
| Activity | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Term | Self-Directed Topic | 30% |
| Final Project | Refined Self-Directed Topic | 40% |
| Class Participation | Required Discussion Board Posts and Zoom Live Sessions | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90–100% | A |
| 80–89% | B |
| 70–79% | C |
| 60–69% | D |
| Below 60% | F |
Course Components
Readings
- Weekly readings and screenings (video or other projects). This content will be used to develop a broader perspective on art, allowing you to better frame your work within the contemporary art context.
Discussion Boards
- Discussion Boards are an opportunity for you to submit questions you want to be answered by the instructor prior to the Live Session.
- Discussion Boards are also used to frame topics and questions that will be discussed in the Live Sessions. The expectation is that you will post to the Discussion Board and read others' posts in preparation for Live Sessions.
- Both Discussion Board Posts and Live Session participation will be graded and contribute to your participation grade.
- Some Discussions are required, and some are not. All required Discussions will have "Submission Required" in the title.
Live Zoom Sessions
Live Zoom sessions will include:
- Class discussion of readings and questions outlined in the Discussion Board
- One-on-one sessions with the instructor to discuss projects
- Project presentations/critique (at midterm and final)
- Participation in the Live Zoom sessions counts toward your participation grade. There are two ways to earn credit outlined on each Live Session page.
Course Policies
Communication
My preferred form of contact is through the Canvas Inbox, and I am committed to returning student messages on the following business day (within 24 hours). It is critical to plan ahead and not wait until the last minute to work on assignments because questions submitted on due dates may not be answered on the same day.
Late Policy
Late work will only be accepted on a case-by-case basis when a deadline extension is granted. Deadline extensions require written communication before the assignment’s deadline. For more information, contact me via Canvas messages. Assignments turned in late will negatively impact the participation grade.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
Access the University Academic Policies Document.
Course Summary:
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