Fundamentals of Cinematography, Editing and SoundLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The students know the physical basis of sound and image recording. They know the fundamentals of lighting and cinematographic storytelling and the narrative roles of sound. The students know how to observe sound and image from technological and narrative point of view. The students can use an image processing program and basic camera and sound equipment. The students can edit a short shot sequence and master the workflow of image and sound material from shooting phase to editing, sound post-production and release print. The students know key working environments and job descriptions in typical audiovisual productions.

Content

- The physical basis of image and sound.
- Principles of observing image and sound.
- Fundamentals of sound, image and editing.
- Fundamentals of image and sound expression.
- Fundamentals of sound and image editing.
- Fundamentals of image composition and planning.
- Fundamentals of video technology.
- File forms and recording formats.
- Common working environments and job descriptions in audiovisual productions.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Attendance in classes. Assignments completed. Some parts of the assignments need improvement.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Active participation in classes. Ability to apply the learned knowledge.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Active participation in classes. Ability to apply the learned knowledge and to reflect on it. Development driven approach to coursework. Generation of new knowledge in order to contribute to the class.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Attendance in classes. Assignments completed. Some parts of the assignments need improvement.