MCCCD Program Description

Major: 5981
Effective Term: 2023 Fall

Award: CCL
Total Credits: 41
CIP Code: 50.0602

Instructional Council: Theatre Arts
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of this certificate, students may pursue a career as:
27-4032.00 Film and Video Editors

Upon completion of an associate degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-2012.00 Producers and Directors
27-2012.01 Producers
27-2012.02 Directors- Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio
27-2012.03 Program Directors
27-2012.05 Technical Directors/Managers
27-4031.00 Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
27-4032.00 Film and Video Editors

Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Editing is designed for students who plan to enter the field of Motion Picture, Television, and New Media Post-Production. Students learn theory in motion picture, television and media production and editing. They apply that knowledge by producing a variety of projects using both linear and non-linear post-production systems as well as computer-based video compositing and title animation technology. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Motion Picture, Television, and New Media Production degree is also available.

Learning Outcomes
1. Produce cinematic works using film and digital media tools and technologies according to industry standards. (FMT100, FMT/MUC120, FMT134, FMT135, FMT136, FMT241, FMT242, FMT243, FMT280, FMT283) 2. Apply principles of story, cinematography, and editing theory in the post-production of cinematic works. (FMT/MUC120, FMT134, FMT135, FMT136, FMT241, FMT242, FMT243, FMT280, FMT283) 3. Apply principles of historical and current film genres, styles, and movements in the post-production of cinematic works. (FMT/MUC120, FMT121, FMT134, FMT135, FMT136, FMT241, FMT242, FMT243, FMT280, FMT283, HUM/THF205) 4. Apply knowledge of industry roles and techniques for the post-production of cinematic works. (FMT107, FMT/MUC120, FMT121, FMT134, FMT135, FMT136, FMT241, FMT242, FMT243, FMT280, FMT283, HUM/THF205) 5. Demonstrate collaboration and inclusivity to promote an ethical and diverse work environment. (FMT107, FMT/MUC120, FMT121, FMT134, FMT135, FMT136, FMT241, FMT242, FMT243, FMT280, FMT283) 6. Demonstrate qualifications and experience as a post-production professional in a portfolio of work. (FMT107, FMT241, FMT242)

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Required Courses

FMT100 Introduction to Production 3
FMT107 Career Pathways in the Media 3
+ FMT/MUC120 Introduction to Sound Design for Film and Video 3
FMT121 Story Theory for Film, Television and Media 3
+ FMT134 Pre-Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ FMT135 Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ FMT136 Post-Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ FMT241 AVID Media Composer Editing 4
+ FMT242 Professional Portfolio for Film, TV, and Media 2
+ FMT243 Introduction to Video Compositing and Title Animation 4
+ FMT280 The Art of Editing 3
+ FMT283 Advanced Non-Linear Editing Techniques 4
HUM/THF205 Introduction to Cinema 3

Credits: 41

Restricted Electives
	Credits:

General Electives
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+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 25, 2020

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