Digital Video Production
Description:
The Digital Video Production curriculum prepares students as entry-level professionals in the digital video production field. Classroom lecture and practical assignments in the use of state-of-the-art digital technology lead to the development of technical and aesthetic skills required for success in the digital video production field. Students gain practical experience by creating programs for the College's CCPTV educational broadcast channel as part of their course work. Students completing this program will be prepared to work as videographers, audio technicians, video editors, producers, directors and related occupational roles.
Extensive computer activities and location and studio production are required for some courses in this curriculum. Students are encouraged to develop artistic appreciation and imagination in their work. Upper-level courses emphasize advanced technical and creative skills and professional practices. Students exit this program with a digital portfolio of their work to aid in obtaining employment in the digital video field.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of digital video cameras, lighting equipment for location and studio production, audio for digital video production, and digital video editing hardware and software.
- Evaluate technical and aesthetic qualities of digital video productions in the context of historical and contemporary trends
- Employ current business practices as applied to the practice of digital video production
Program Entry Requirements:
This program is open to interested students, assuming space is available. However, students are required to satisfy placement at the time of admission.. Students who are identified as needing developmental course work must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as a part of their degree program. Students must complete PHOT 104 with a grade of B or better to continue in the DVP curriculum.
Program of Study and Graduation Requirements:
To qualify for the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Digital Video Production, a student must complete at least 60 credit hours and attain a grade point average of 2.0 (“C” average.)
Course Sequence:
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Prerequisites and Corequisites | Credits | Gen Ed Req. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHOT 104 - Introduction to Video Production | 3 credits | Oral Communication / Creative Expression | |
| FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra or higher (MATH 137 recommended) | FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or FNMT 118 (or higher) placement | 3 credits | Quantitative Reasoning |
| PHOT 151 - Techniques in Photo Editing (Photoshop I) | ENGL 102 with a grade of "C" or better | 3 credits | |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition I or ENGL 101H - English Composition I (Honors) | 3 credits | Writing, Research, Info Lit.1 | |
| CIS 103 - Introduction to Information Technology | 3 credits | Technological Competency |
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Prerequisites and Corequisites | Credits | Gen Ed Req. |
|---|---|---|---|
| DVP 120 - Camera and Lighting Techniques for Digital Video Production | PHOT 104 with grade of "B" or better | 4 credits | |
| DVP 130 - Audio Techniques for Digital Video Production | PHOT 104 with grade of "B" or better | 4 credits | |
| DVP 140 - Video Editing Techniques for Digital Video Production | PHOT 104 with grade of "B" or better | 4 credits | |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper or ENGL 102H - The Research Paper (Honors) | ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better | 3 credits | Writing, Research, Info Lit. 2 |
Semester 3
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Prerequisites and Corequisites | Credits | Gen Ed Req. |
|---|---|---|---|
| DVP 210 - Advanced Techniques for Digital Video Production | DVP 120, DVP 130, DVP 140, DVP 150 | 4 credits | |
| PHOT 299 - Professional Practices in Photography and Digital Video Production | DVP 120, DVP 130, DVP 140, DVP 150; DVP 210 and DVP 220 may be taken concurrently | 3 credits | |
| Choose two: DVP 240 - Advanced Editing Techniques for Digital Video Production or DVP 250 - Narrative Digital Video Production or DVP 260 - Sound Design for Digital Video Production or DVP 270 - Advanced Post-Production Techniques for Digital Video Production or PHOT 105 - Introduction to Digital Photography or PHOT 211 - Event and Corporate Videography or PHOT 260 - Fine Art Photography and Video or PHOT 290 - Introduction to Aerial Photography | For DVP 240: DVP 140 For DVP 250: PHOT 104 For DVP 260: DVP 140 (DVP 130 which may be taken concurrently) For DVP 270: DVP 140 For PHOT 211: PHOT 104 For PHOT 290: PHOT 101 or PHOT 105 | 3 or 4 credits | Directed Elective |
Minimum Credits Needed to Graduate:
60General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available.
For More Information, Contact:
The Division of Liberal Studies, Room BR-21, 1700 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130, Telephone 215-751-8450; or the College Information Cent er, 215-751-8010.