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MASTER SYLLABUS |
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VPT 1030 |
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| Class Hours: 3.0 | Credit Hours: 3.0 | ||||||||
| Laboratory Hours: 0.0 | Date Revised: Summer 01 | ||||||||
| Catalog Course Description: | |||||||||
| Introductory course for students taking courses in the Video Production Technology program. Basic desktop computer operating systems, hardware, networking and production and post production applications will be covered. Digital audio and video files will be created and manipulated. | |||||||||
| Entry Level Standards: | |||||||||
| Student should be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. | |||||||||
| Prerequisites/Corequisites: None | |||||||||
| Textbook(s) and Other Reference Materials Basic to the Course: | |||||||||
| Textbooks are currently being reviewed. | |||||||||
| I. Week/Unit/Topic Basis: | |||||||||
| Week | Topic | ||||||||
| 1 | Intro to the course, policies, equipment,hardware, and software; expected learning outcomes | ||||||||
| 2 | How a computer works--Video presentation | ||||||||
| 3 | Operating systems--Mac vs. PC | ||||||||
| 4 | File formats and mass storage--InSync and Speedrazor | ||||||||
| 5 | Editing projects--Speedrazor | ||||||||
| 6 | Applications in Pre-production, production, and Post-production | ||||||||
| 7 | Word processing for scripting | ||||||||
| 8 | Dual column--word processing; Mid term Exam | ||||||||
| 9 | Multi-function workstations--Toaster and Trinity | ||||||||
| 10 | Effects and paint functions--Speedrazor | ||||||||
| 11 | In class--effects and paint | ||||||||
| 12 | Other graphics functions (2D) | ||||||||
| 13 | In class--2D graphics | ||||||||
| 14 | 3D graphics systems--preparation for Studio Max 3D | ||||||||
| 15 | Creating and manipulating digital images in other applications; importing images to video editing software | ||||||||
| 16 | Final Exam | ||||||||
| II. Course Objectives*: | |||||||||
| A. | Understand the basic operation system of the desktop computer, the operating system software and other VPT specific applications. I, IV | ||||||||
| B. | Perform VPT specific computer applications and their basic functions. I, IV | ||||||||
| C. | Demonstrate how to use peripheral devices unique to desktop video/audio production and post production. I, II, IV | ||||||||
| D. | Understand and explain different file types for specific applications. I, IV | ||||||||
| E. | Understand networking functions to move data. I, II, IV | ||||||||
| F. | Understand "cross platform" integration and file conversion technology. I, IV | ||||||||
| *Roman numerals after course objectives reference goals of the VPT program. | |||||||||
| III. Instructional Processes*: | |||||||||
| Students will: | |||||||||
| 1. | View videotapes which illustrate the internal hardware of a desktop computing system and participate in classroom discussions about what they have observed. Communication Outcome, Technological Literacy Outcome, Active Learning Strategy, Transitional Strategy | ||||||||
| 2. | Be assigned to a workstation and negotiate through the operating system software by following the instructor's demonstrations. Communication Outcome, Technological Literacy Outcome | ||||||||
| 3. | Participate in discussions about production related processes that can be enhanced by the utilization of computer usage. Communication Outcome, Active Learning Strategy, Transitional Strategy | ||||||||
| 4. | Internalize a work ethic appropriate to the field of production by regularly attending class, being punctual and dependable, and focus on developing teamwork skills. Communication Outcome, Personal Development Outcome, Transitional Strategy | ||||||||
| *Strategies and outcomes listed after instructional processes reference Pellissippi State’s goals for strengthening general education knowledge and skills, connecting coursework to experiences beyond the classroom, and encouraging students to take active and responsible roles in the educational process. | |||||||||
| IV. Expectations for Student Performance*: | |||||||||
| Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: | |||||||||
| 1. | Demonstrate an understanding of computer specific terminology by using the terminology in class discussions and written tests. A,D | ||||||||
| 2. | Boot up a CPU and launch it's operating system. A | ||||||||
| 3. | Launch several VPT specific applications and perform basic operations therein. B | ||||||||
| 4. | Use a digital video application to capture and edit simple visual sequences. A,C,D | ||||||||
| 5. | Utilize an interactive CD-ROM to develop skills necessary to negotiate interactive media. C,D | ||||||||
| 6. | Use a digital audio application to create, import, manipulate (digitally process) and edit sound files. C,D,F | ||||||||
| 7. | Use word processing software to transcribe written script material. A,F | ||||||||
| 8. | Use digital image processing software to manipulate a photographic image. A,D,F | ||||||||
| 9. | Use network technology to move files from one computer to another. E | ||||||||
| 10. | Observe demonstrations of specific applications and how to negotiate through the software. A | ||||||||
| 11. | Utilize specific applications to capture and edit digital video and audio, manipulate digital images. A,D | ||||||||
| *Letters after performance expectations reference the course objectives listed above. | |||||||||
| V. Evaluation: | |||||||||
| A. Testing Procedures: 80% of grade | |||||||||
| Students
will be given several "hands on" in class proficiency assignments in which
they will demonstrate their understanding of how to use
computer functions and applications.
In addition, several comprehensive written tests, including a midterm and final, will be be given. The tests will cover some or all of the following: - computer specific terminology - computer applications in the production environment - different types of file formats that are specific to the applications used in the production environment - hardware and peripherals necessary for desktop video |
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| B. Laboratory Expectations: 20% of grade | |||||||||
| Participation in class discussions and activities will be extremely important if the student is to "keep up" in this class. For that reason, 20% of the grade will depend on the students in class participation. | |||||||||
| VI. Policies: | |||||||||
| Policies: | |||||||||
| A.
Attendance Policy:
Pellissippi State Technical Community College expects students to attend all scheduled instructional activities. As a minimum, students in all courses must be present for at least 75 percent of their scheduled class and laboratory meetings in order to receive credit for the course (Pellissippi State Catalog). Individual departments/programs/disciplines, with the approval of the vice president of Academic and Student Affairs, may have requirements that are more stringent. VPT Program Attendance: The VPT program believes a more stringent requirement is realistic because of the contractual commitment made by the College with local area employers. Therefore, to successfully complete VPT courses, students must attend at least 85% of classes. To be considered “in attendance,” students are expected to be in class at the scheduled starting time for that class. Students will be considered “tardy” from that time until 10 minutes after the scheduled starting time. Three such “tardies” shall constitute an “absence.” Students arriving any time after 10 minutes beyond the scheduled starting time for a class will be considered “absent.” B. Academic Dishonesty: In keeping with college-wide policies, the student is expected to adhere to the general rules and regulations relevant to academic and classroom misconduct as outline in the catalog. C. Use of Equipment: Any act of misuse, vandalism, malicious or unwarranted damage or destruction, defacing, disfiguring, or unauthorized use of property/equipment belonging to Pellissippi State is subject to disciplinary sanction. |
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