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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Major: 5989
Effective Term: 2015 Fall   

Award: CCL  
Total Credits: 43-47
CIP Code: 50.0602
Instructional Council: Theatre Arts (50)

GPA: 2.00
SOC Code: 27-2012


Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Production: Film program is designed for students who plan to enter the production aspect of motion pictures. Students are provided the opportunity for hands-on training in Motion Picture/Television Production by producing a variety of short films and videos which will include writing screenplays, developing a production, demonstrating cinematographic principles, organizing production crews, participating as a production crew member, recording and designing sound, and editing the finished product. In addition, students will study feature film theory. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Motion Picture/Television Production degree is also available.

Suggested Course Plan Sequenced by Semester



Required Courses
TCM100 Digital Multimedia (3) OR
Permission of Program Director 0-3

TCM107 Career Pathways in the Media 3
+ TCM117 Introduction to Cinematography 3
TCM118 Lighting for Film and Television 3
+ TCM/MTC120 Introduction to Sound Design for Film and Video 3
TCM121 Story Theory for Film, Television and Media 3
+ TCM134 Pre-Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ TCM135 Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ TCM136 Post-Production for Motion Picture and Television 3
+ TCM151 Broadcast Production 3

+ TCM217 Advanced Cinematography (3) OR
+ TCM230 Motion Picture Directing (4) OR
TCM260 Film/Video Producing and Financing (3) 3-4

+ TCM241 AVID Media Composer Editing 4
+ TCM242 Professional Portfolio in Film and Television 2
+ TCM248 Advanced Film Production Techniques 4
THF/HUM205 Introduction to Cinema 3
 Credits: 43-47

Program Competencies
1. Demonstrate use of computers and basic video cameras to manipulate and create multimedia products. (TCM100)
2. Explain the preparatory steps necessary for entry-level positions in the broadcasting/film industry. (TCM107)
3. Shoot a short 16mm or high-definition video project and crew on additional 16mm or high-definition video project shoots. (TCM117)
4. Use tools such as light meters, scopes, storytelling, and color theory to properly expose a scene based on the mood of the project. (TCM118)
5. Demonstrate analog and digital recording techniques in the field as well as in a controlled environment. (TCM/MTC120)
6. Identify basic elements of story theory and structure as they pertain to feature films, TV programs (both one-hour dramas and sitcoms), video games, reality TV programs and industrial/commercial videos to write a script for different categories of media. (TCM121)
7. Identify and describe the basic elements of pre-production for motion picture and television. (TCM134)
8. Pre-produce one film and one video project. (TCM134)
9. Identify and describe the basic elements of production for motion picture and television. (TCM135)
10. Produce one film and one video shoot. (TCM135)
11. Identify and describe the elements of post-production for motion picture and television. (TCM136)
12. Complete the post-production and marketing plan for one film and one video project. (TCM136)
13. Demonstrate multi-camera production techniques and skills in studio and on location. (TCM151)
14. Explain and demonstrate effect on-set cinematography including shooting for the edit and communication with different department heads and creatives.(TCM217)
15. Design, develop and direct a scene from a script with a camera. (TCM230)
16. Develop a prospectus for a specific film/video production. (TCM260)
17. Use non-linear editing techniques to create and edit a variety of assigned projects. (TCM241)
18. Use an editing system to edit a film or television project for presentation. (TCM242)
19. Demonstrate the ability to work as a crew member in the pre-production and production activities of real world film production departments. (TCM248)
20. Review the history and development of the art of motion pictures including the aesthetic and technical elements. (THF/HUM205)
+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 24, 2015

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.





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