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  • FILM 3640: Producing for Film

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Required of Digital Film majors. Focuses on understanding and executing the pre-production process by developing essential components such as production management, production hierarchy and protocols, personnel organization, scheduling and budgeting, collaborative aspects of production, ethics, and cultural sensitivity in this context. Includes technical writing for production breakdown, and organizing and planning for productions on a variety of levels. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain pre-production techniques through practical application and theory. 2. Evaluate guest lecture seminars and assess their value in a written paper. 3. Create a pre-production plan for a personal production to be used as their senior capstone project. Course fee required. Prerequisites: FILM 2660 (Grade C+ or higher). SP
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  • FILM 3660: Digital Film Production

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Required of Digital Film majors. Focuses on developing theory-based skills in single-camera production protocols, pre-visualization, the camera, shooting, sound, lighting and exposure. Specific skills include cinematography, location audio acquisition, and location and set lighting. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify and locate camera, light and sound equipment functions. 2. Anaylze the production process and how the individual elements work together inside that process. 3. Differentiate aspects of cameras, crew roles, lighting, and audio mixing. 4. Critique assigned projects to problem solve various production issues. Course fee required. Prerequisites: FILM 2660, FILM 2100, FILM 3240 (all grade C- or higher). FA
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  • FILM 3680: Digital Film Editing

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Required of Digital Film majors. Focuses on developing theory-based skills in post-production, including editing protocols such as line producing, footage and logging reports, digitizing, editing methodology and approaches, Foley and post audio production, non-linear editing on Final Cut Pro, post management, shot logging, editing aesthetics, and developing transitions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify various post production theories, Adobe Premiere, Audition and DaVinci tool sets. 2. Analyze the post-production process and how individual elements, such as sound and color, help to complete that process. 3. Critique assigned post-production projects to problem solve various post-production issues and learn from each other's choice of edits, sound, and color correction. Course fee required. Corequisites: FILM 3685. FA, SP
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  • FILM 3685: Digital Film Editing Lab

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Lab portion of FILM 3680. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply basic post-production theories, skill, speed, and precision to assemble cohesive edits. 2. Solve various post production issues. 3. Combine media assets, knowledge of Adobe Premiere, video, audio, post production theories and plan ways to implement media assets into a non-linear post-production project. Course fee required. Corequisites: FILM 3680. SP
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  • FILM 3990R: Seminar in Digital Film

    0.50 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, either students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other nontraditional instruction methods. Note that this course in an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Fees may be required for some seminar courses and instructor permission will be optional at the request of the instructor. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the topic being discussed. 2. Investigate the determined topic through lectures, travel, field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises and other nontraditional instruction methods. FA, SP, SU
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  • FILM 4000: Genres and Production

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    The formal elements of a variety of genres will be studied and reproduced in this mix theory and practicum. Noir, Western, Comedy, Horror, Drama and Science Fiction will all be covered as the class examines and breaks down iconic films from each genre. Techniques unique to each will be discussed and practiced as we recreate the look and feel of the gamut of genres. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand and analyze the technical qualities, formal elements, creative choices and aesthetic effects of various genres of film. 2. Apply knowledge of the elements unique to various film genres by completing a series of short scenes and recreating aesthetics specific to given genres, using that knowledge to justify camera movement, lighting, sound, etc. 3. Refine knowledge and competency with lighting and camera techniques to complete a series of short scenes. Course fee required. Prerequisites: FILM 3660, FILM 3680, FILM 3240 (all Grade C+ or higher) or instructor permission. FA
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  • FILM 4200: Short Production

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    As a class we will produce two short films from beginning to end. Scripts will be provided but the class will work to modify them to their needs. Each student will work in a variety of departments and both films will be posted by semester's end. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the production process by shadowing an industry professional. 2. Create two fully formed short film projects. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of storytelling fundamentals. 4, Apply knowledge of camera, movement, lighting, and sound to the production process. 5. Apply the production process from pre-production to post-production through two short film projects that should be "festival worthy" and examples of the students' best work. 6. Apply and analyze the technical qualities, formal elements, creative choices and aesthetic effects of their own and other's work. Course fee required. Prerequisites: FILM 3660 and FILM 3680 and FILM 3240 (Grade C+ or higher) or instructor permission. SP
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  • FILM 4300: Writer's Room

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This repeatable workshop course helps students develop the skills, techniques, and work ethic of a professional screenwriter. Students will pitch ideas, create outlines, write and rewrite short screenplays, and critique the work of others. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop and prepare potential story ideas. 2. Outline and prepare story ideas into beat-sheets and treatments according to industry standards. 3. Construct and present story pitches based on developed ideas. 4. Compose a film script that adheres to industry standards. 5. Assess and evaluate submitted scripts for story execution, character presentation, and thematic elements. Prerequisites: FILM 2130 (Grade B- or higher). SP
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  • FILM 4410: Advanced Cinematography

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Course Overview: The Advanced Cinematography course is designed to deepen students' understanding and mastery of cinematographic techniques beyond the intermediate level. Building upon foundational knowledge, this course focuses on advanced principles, practical applications, and artistic considerations in cinematography, preparing students for sophisticated storytelling through visual language. Course Content: Advanced Lighting Techniques: Explore intricate lighting setups and advanced techniques to create mood, depth, and visual impact in storytelling. Artistic Composition and Framing: Analyze and apply advanced composition theories, exploring unconventional framing techniques to enhance visual storytelling. Camera Movement and Rigging: Master the art of dynamic camera movement, utilizing advanced rigging setups and specialized equipment for complex shots. Color Theory and Grading: Delve into color theory and advanced grading techniques, understanding color psychology and its impact on narrative aesthetics. Advanced Visual Narrative: Examine the integration of cinematography with storytelling, focusing on creating visual narratives that evoke emotion and convey nuanced themes. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)***Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1: Demonstrate proficiency in implementing advanced lighting setups and techniques to enhance visual storytelling. 2: Apply advanced composition theories and unconventional framing techniques to evoke specific emotions and reinforce narrative themes. 3: Execute complex camera movements and utilize specialized rigging for dynamic and impactful shots. 4: Apply advanced color theory knowledge and grading techniques to convey mood, atmosphere, and thematic elements. 5: Integrate cinematography with storytelling, creating nuanced visual narratives that evoke emotion and convey complex themes. SP (odd)
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  • FILM 4450: Camera Practicum

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This intensive practicum course delves into the intricacies of cinema camera operation, rigging, lens selection, and various camera support systems. Designed for hands-on learners passionate about mastering the art of cinematography, this course emphasizes active learning and practical application in the realm of digital filmmaking. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) ** Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: CLO 1: Develop proficiency in operating professional cinema cameras and associated equipment. CLO 2: Master the art of rigging setups to achieve desired cinematic shots effectively. CLO 3: Analyze and manipulate different lenses to enhance visual storytelling. CLO 4: Apply various camera support systems to execute cinematic sequences with precision. Prerequisites: FILM 2660 (Grade C- or higher). FA (odd)
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