DC 120 Video Editing for Non-Majors
Summary
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Students analyze and assemble dramatic scenes under a variety of conditions and narrative strategies. Editing theories, techniques and procedures, issues of continuity, effects, movement and sound are examined as they relate to the fundamentals of cinematic montage and visual storytelling. This class presents a variety of topics and experiences that are designed to broaden the student's understanding of the art of cinematic storytelling and montage. Work on more advanced projects is integrated into the class as a means to an understanding of advanced editing tools and techniques.
COURSE SUMMARY
Theoretically, DC120 will focus on deconstructing editing across the spectrum of today's media. Technically, students will be introduced to the hardware, software, techniques, and workflow of the art and craft of basic editing. Lectures, exercises, and projects will "bring home" understanding of digital video editing as the "final write" of any video experience.
Texts
Wait until class begins for instructions on what to buy:
The Eye is Quicker, Pepperman
Final Cut Pro 7, Weynand
The Focal Easy Guide to FCP 7, Young
Grading
Attendance/Preparation/Participation -- 20%
Assignment 1 -- 15%
Assignment 2 -- 20%
Final Project -- 25%
Final Exam -- 20%
Final Exam Date and Time: 11/22 11:45-2pm
Prerequisites
REQUIRED SUPPLIES
External FIREWIRE Hard Drive
USB Flash Drive
CONTACT INFO/COURSE POLICIES
Professor Derfler Contact Information:
Email: cderfler@cdm.depaul.eduContact Info/Course Materials/Course Policies
DC120 Office Hours: Monday 11:30-1 (location TBD)
Office: CDM 702 Office Hours: Tues. 12 - 1:30
Phone: (847) 606-1435
In addition to DePaul University course policies (see student handbook), the following special policies will apply to this course:
ATTENDANCE AND TARDINESS
Attendance is mandatory. An absence is defined as not showing up for class, or showing up 15 minutes or more late without my permission. Any absences will result in a reduction of the Attendance/Preparation/Participation grade. Arriving later than the 1:00 class start time (but before 1:15) will affect the A/P/P grade as well.
PREPARATION AND PARTICIPATION
An open and intellectually stimulating classroom environment makes for great learning and a better all-around experience. The only way to hurt your grade in this area is to arrive wholly unprepared and/or with a divisive or completely unengaged presence.
FOOD, DRINKS, AND BREAK
Don't bring any food or drink to class. Drinks are deadly to keyboards.
CELL PHONES, TEXT MESSAGING, SURFING, iPODS/PHONES
No.
OUTSIDE READING, WRITING, PAPERWORK, AND EDIT ASSIGNMENTS
TBD
EXTRA CREDIT
These points will go to students who go above and beyond, in terms of leadership, aiding other students, or the quality of their work.
CONTENT CHANGES
Depending on time factors, the assignments projected for the term may require slight alteration or rescheduling.
OFFICE HOURS
To meet with me email me and set up an appointment. If you stop by during my office hours and I am not there, call me at the above number and we will connect up.
This syllabus is subject to change as necessary during the quarter. If a change occurs, it will be thoroughly addressed during class, posted under Announcements in D2L and sent via email.
Evaluations are a way for students to provide valuable feedback regarding their instructor and the course. Detailed feedback will enable the instructor to continuously tailor teaching methods and course
content to meet the learning goals of the course and the academic needs of the students. They are a requirement of the course and are key to continue to provide you with the highest quality of teaching. The
evaluations are anonymous; the instructor and administration do not track who entered what responses. A program is used to check if the student completed the evaluations, but the evaluation is completely
separate from the student’s identity. Since 100% participation is our goal, students are sent periodic reminders over three weeks. Students do not receive reminders once they complete the evaluation.
Students complete the evaluation online in CampusConnect.
This course will be subject to the university's academic integrity policy. More information can be found at http://academicintegrity.depaul.edu/ If you
have any questions be sure to consult with your professor.
All students are expected to abide by the University's Academic Integrity Policy which prohibits cheating and other misconduct in student coursework. Publicly sharing or posting online any prior or current materials from this course (including exam questions or answers), is considered to be providing unauthorized assistance prohibited by the policy. Both students who share/post and students who access or use such materials are considered to be cheating under the Policy and will be subject to sanctions for violations of Academic Integrity.
All students are required to manage their class schedules each term in accordance with the deadlines for enrolling and withdrawing as indicated in the University Academic Calendar. Information on enrollment, withdrawal, grading and incompletes can be found at http://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Current%20Students/Pages/PoliciesandProcedures.aspx.
Students who feel they may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the instructor privately to discuss their specific needs. All discussions will remain confidential.
To ensure that you receive the most appropriate accommodation based on your needs, contact the instructor as early as possible in the quarter (preferably within the first week of class), and make sure that
you have contacted the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) at:
Lewis Center 1420, 25 East Jackson Blvd.
Phone number: (312)362-8002
Fax: (312)362-6544
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