MEDIA 44A
Virtual Production l
Virtual Production l
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 077 or MEDIA 075.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
3D Virtual Film and TV Production: Motion Capture, Cinematography, Lighting, Props, Art Direction, Technical and Visual aspects of 3D Virtual Production, including pre-production, storyboards, blocking, lighting, sets and props; technical skills, including Realtime 3D engines, workflows, camera functions and movement, industry terminology, duties; responsibilities of the camera, lighting and art teams. 0699.00
MEDIA 44B
Virtual Production ll
Virtual Production ll
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 044A.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
3D Virtual Film and TV Production: Motion Capture, Cinematography, Lighting, Props, Art Direction, Technical and Visual aspects of Virtual Production, including pre-production, storyboards, blocking, lighting, locations and props; technical skills, including Realtime 3D engines, workflows, camera functions and movement, safe use of equipment, on-set protocol, industry terminology, duties; responsibilities of the camera, lighting, motion, and art teams. 0699.00
MEDIA 44C
Virtual Production lll: Cinematography
Virtual Production lll: Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 044A, MEDIA 044B.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Advanced 3D Virtual Film and TV Production: Cinematography, Lighting, Technical and Visual aspects of Virtual Production, including pre-production, storyboards, blocking, lighting, locations; technical skills, including Realtime 3D engines, workflows, camera functions and movement, safe use of equipment, on-set protocol, industry terminology, duties; responsibilities of the camera, lighting, motion capture, and art teams. 0699.00
MEDIA 44D
Virtual Production lV: Capstone
Virtual Production lV: Capstone
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 044A, MEDIA 044B, MEDIA 044C.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Advanced 3D Virtual Film and TV Production: Cinematography, Lighting, Audio, Storytelling, Technical and Visual aspects of Virtual Production, including pre-production, storyboards, blocking, lighting, locations; technical skills, including Realtime 3D engines, VFX workflows, motion and face capture, camera functions and movement, safe use of equipment, on-set protocol, industry terminology, duties; responsibilities of the camera, lighting, motion, and 3D art teams. 0699.00
MEDIA 49
Independent Studies in Media
Independent Studies in Media
.5 units, .5 – 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
UC transferability is determined by UC faculty after transfer, please see a counselor for more information.
In-depth exploration of an area or problem of the student’s choice not covered by regular catalog offerings in Media. Student must obtain approval from an appropriate faculty member. For more details, see the section on independent study in the college catalog. 0604.20
MEDIA 70
XR Design: Virtual Reality
XR Design: Virtual Reality
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Principles of AR and VR Immersive Design for Mobile, Web, and Head Mounted Displays: Analysis and application of concepts of Augmented and Virtual Reality; design, flowcharts, storyboards, story scripts, storytelling, branching narratives; 360 cameras; software and hardware. 0699.00
MEDIA 72
3D Modeling for AR/VR
3D Modeling for AR/VR
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
3D Modeling for AR/VR: Principles and practices of low and high poly modeling for real time, and immersive design content in polygons, NURBS, and subdivision surfaces; applications of textures, materials, and lighting to models; rendering with appropriate materials. 0699.00
MEDIA 75
Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Principles of AR Immersive Design for Mobile, Web, and Head Mounted Displays: Analysis and application of concepts of Augmented Reality; Design, UI, Flowcharts, Storyboards, Interactivity, World Building, Storytelling; Software and Hardware. 0699.00
MEDIA 77
Virtual Cinema
Virtual Cinema
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Techniques for Immersive Cinema Design for Mobile, Web, and Head Mounted Displays: Analysis and application of tools for Virtual Cinema; Storytelling, design, animation, audio, lighting, 360° Camera, 3D Camera, navigation, hardware, and Unity Game Engine software. 0699.00
MEDIA 80
Advanced AR/VR Unity Training
Advanced AR/VR Unity Training
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Advanced Techniques for AR and VR Immersive Design for Mobile, Web, and Head Mounted Displays: Analysis and application of tools for Augmented and Virtual Reality; design, animation, audio, scripting, lighting, camera, UI, navigation, deployment, hardware and Unity Game Engine software. 0699.00
MEDIA 100A
Broadcast Media Announcing and Performance
Broadcast Media Announcing and Performance
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Techniques of voice and movement for television broadcasting, video/audio production: Development of broadcast styles; preparation of programs; rehearsal and performance; evaluating work of others. 0604.20
AA/AS area 4c;
MEDIA 100B
Broadcast Media Announcing and Performance
Broadcast Media Announcing and Performance
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 100A.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Continuation of MEDIA 100A: Communicating from a written script to the television medium; laboratory emphasis on practicing advanced announcing skills such as voiceover, on-camera hosting, improvising, reading from teleprompter, characterization, telegraphing movement and hitting marks; proper use of wardrobe, props, makeup, lighting. 0604.20
AA/AS area 4c;
MEDIA 101A
Acting/Directing for Film and Digital Media
Acting/Directing for Film and Digital Media
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Introduction to acting and directing techniques for film and digital media: Development of media analysis and criticism skills; creation of an acting and directing performance reel. 0604.20
MEDIA 101B
Acting/ Directing for Film and Digital Media
Acting/ Directing for Film and Digital Media
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Prerequisite: MEDIA 101A.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Continuing practice of acting and directing techniques for the screen performance environment: Development of media analysis and criticism skills; creation of an acting and directing performance reel; expanding the performer’s range of emotional, intellectual, physical, and vocal expressiveness for the camera. 0604.20
MEDIA 102A
Broadcast Journalism I
Broadcast Journalism I
3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Study of television and digital news production: Research and practice in the creative writing, reporting and production of current news. 0604.20
MEDIA 102B
Broadcast Journalism II
Broadcast Journalism II
3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 102A.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Continuation of MEDIA 102A: Advanced research and practice in creative writing, reporting, and production of current broadcast news. 0604.20
MEDIA 104
Beginning Digital Video Production
Beginning Digital Video Production
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Eligible for credit by examination.
Introduction to single camera digital video production techniques and terms: Camerawork; audio; scriptwriting; lighting; graphics; basic editing skills; producing and directing video programs; creative and safe operation of digital video equipment 0604.20
MEDIA 108
Studio Production
Studio Production
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Eligible for credit by examination.
Digital video studio production: Producing and directing; audio; technical director and graphics; camerawork and lighting; other studio and control room positions; post production of live, live-to-tape, or post edited programming 0604.20
MEDIA 111
Basic Audio Production
Basic Audio Production
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Eligible for credit by examination.
Theory and operation of audio production equipment for media professionals: Theoretical and aesthetic aspects of sound, acoustics, recording, editing and mixing pertaining to broadcast, film, DVD and other media production 0604.20
MEDIA 112
Media Freelancing and Entrepreneurship
Media Freelancing and Entrepreneurship
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104 and MEDIA 111.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Eligible for credit by examination.
Overview of the legal, professional and personal requirements for a successful career as a media entrepreneur (audio/video) or freelancer: Complete a customer-focused start-up business project 0604.20
MEDIA 115
Media-based Computing and Mac OS X
Media-based Computing and Mac OS X
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Introduction to the creation and use of digital media using Mac OS X: Digital video, digital music and digital photography; media-based computer system introduction; iMovie, GarageBand and Photos for content creation. 0604.20
MEDIA 120
Making Documentaries
Making Documentaries
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104, MEDIA 115.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Produce, direct, and edit a documentary project: Hands-on production, history of documentary film in the United States designed for the advanced student. 0604.20
MEDIA 122
Music Video Production
Music Video Production
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104 and MEDIA 115.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Completion of a quality music video: Pre-production, production and post-production skills, emphasis on professional attitude, meeting deadlines. 0604.20
MEDIA 125
Scriptwriting for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
Scriptwriting for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Scriptwriting techniques for screen in areas of broadcasting, film, Internet, and other forms of digital media: Specific formats; character and plot development; writing techniques and grammar. 0604.20
MEDIA 129
Portfolio Development
Portfolio Development
1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104 or MEDIA 111 or MEDIA 120 or MEDIA 130.
Independent digital media production of at least five minutes: Planning, production (pre- and post-), student and instructor critique, demo reel creation, development of online presence. 0604.20
MEDIA 130
Final Cut Pro I: Beginning Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
Final Cut Pro I: Beginning Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Practical, aesthetic and conceptual digital video editing using Final Cut Pro: Full scope of basic editing techniques, introduction to companion applications in titling animation, music arrangement and compression, emphasis on portfolio development in a hands-on, digital production environment, Macintosh platform. 0604.20
MEDIA 131
Final Cut Pro II: Intermediate Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
Final Cut Pro II: Intermediate Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval.
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 130 or One year industry experience.
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 130 or One year industry experience.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Continuation of MEDIA 130: Increasingly complex exercises and projects as found in professional situations, emphasis on portfolio development, for students with a working knowledge of the application. 0604.20
MEDIA 132
Final Cut Pro III: Advanced Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast, and Digital Photography
Final Cut Pro III: Advanced Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast, and Digital Photography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 131.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Continuation of MEDIA 131: Use of supporting applications available on the Macintosh Platform such as Motion and Compressor. 0604.20
MEDIA 135
Premiere Pro 1: Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
Premiere Pro 1: Nonlinear Editing for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Introduction to Premiere Pro: Practical, aesthetic, and conceptual non-linear, audio/video basic editing techniques; titling; animation; music arrangement; compression; portfolio development; exploring use of related software, such as , Audition, After Effects, Media Encoder, and Photoshop. Suitable for both Macintosh and Windows platforms. 0604.20
MEDIA 136
Basic Video Editing/Multiple Platforms
Basic Video Editing/Multiple Platforms
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Introduction to editing: Basic nonlinear editing techniques, use of current industry standard editing applications. 0604.20
MEDIA 138
DaVinci Resolve: Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve: Video Editing
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Video Editing with DaVinci Resolve: Editing fundamentals and aesthetics, motion graphics, color grading, audio mixing, video compression, reel development, for all platforms to include Windows and Mac. 0604.20
MEDIA 139
DaVinci Resolve: Advanced Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve: Advanced Video Editing
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Prerequisite: MEDIA 138.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Continuation of Media 138: Professional editing and aesthetics; motion graphics with built in Fusion page; secondary color grading; audio finishing with Fairlight page; media management; reel refinement, for all platforms to include Windows and Mac. 0604.20
MEDIA 140
After Effects: Motion Graphics for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
After Effects: Motion Graphics for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 115.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Professional motion graphics and special effects using Adobe After Effects: Conceptual compositing skills in the areas of video, digital photography, the Web and sound; effective final product presentations. 0604.20
MEDIA 150
Pro Tools: Sound Design/Aesthetics for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
Pro Tools: Sound Design/Aesthetics for Video, Broadcast and Digital Cinematography
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 115.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Introduction to the digital audio process (Pro Tools): Basic techniques and equipment currently used in digital audio production/editing, skills necessary for entertainment (Radio, Television, Film), communications, multimedia and web-based industries. 0604.20
MEDIA 155
Basic Sound Recording and Music Video
Basic Sound Recording and Music Video
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 111.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Analog and digital multi-track techniques in professional sound recording and music videos: Professional studio environment workflows; basic tracking; overdubbing; mixing 0604.20
MEDIA 156
Sound Mixing and Mastering
Sound Mixing and Mastering
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 111, MEDIA 155.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Advanced analog and digital mixing and mastering techniques for final audio output to multiple streams of distribution: Workflow in the professional studio environment. 0604.20
MEDIA 165
AV Essentials I
AV Essentials I
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 104 or MEDIA 111.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Fundamentals of AV: Signal flow, rack installation of audio, video, and IT components, cable construction, basic low voltage electrical systems and requirements, working with clients. 0699.00
MEDIA 166
AV Essentials II
AV Essentials II
3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Prerequisite: One year industry experience and Instructor’s approval.
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 165.
Recommended Preparation: MEDIA 165.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Eligible for credit by examination.
Continuation of MEDIA 165: Designing an AV solution, vendor selection, estimates and job-costing, building & managing projects, maintaining & troubleshooting, AV business management. 0699.00
MEDIA 299
Survey Course for Digital Media/CIS [Film/Video/Audio]
Survey Course for Digital Media/CIS [Film/Video/Audio]
.5 units, .25 hours lecture, .75 hours lab, (GR or P/NP)
Introduction to the Digital Media Industry [Media Communications]: Planning a video production; scripting, cameras and microphones, audio, editing, dynamic effects, distributing to a web page. Part of a four-part series including GRART 299, PHOTO 299 and CIS 299. 0604.20
MEDIA 460A
Work Experience in Media Communications
Work Experience in Media Communications
1 – 4 units, 3 – 12 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Supervised employment providing opportunities in media communications or a related field: Develop desirable work habits, become a productive, responsible individual, and extend education experience with on the job training. A maximum of 14 units may be earned during one enrollment period. 0604.20
MEDIA 460B
Occupational Work Experience In Audio Visual
Occupational Work Experience In Audio Visual
1 unit, 3.43 – 17.15 hours lab, (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Course study under this section may be repeated three times.
Supervised employment providing opportunities in audio visual or a related field: Develop desirable work habits, become a productive, responsible individual, and extend education experience with on the job training. Students may reenroll for a maximum of 16 units for occupational or a combination of general and occupational work experience education (including Regular and Alternate Plan and General/Occupational/Apprentice Work Experience). 0604.20
MEDIA 538
DaVinci Resolve: Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve: Video Editing
0 units, 35.00 hours lecture, 52.50 hours lab, (SP or P/NP)
Course study under this section may be repeated three times.
Video Editing with DaVinci Resolve : Editing fundamentals and aesthetics, motion graphics, color grading, audio mixing, video compression, reel development, for all platforms to include Windows and Mac. 0604.20
MEDIA 539
DaVinci Resolve: Advanced Video
DaVinci Resolve: Advanced Video
0 units, 35.00 hours lecture, 52.50 hours lab, (SP or P/NP)
Prerequisite: MEDIA 538.
Course study under this section may be repeated three times.
Continuation of MEDIA 538: Professional editing and aesthetics, motion graphics with built in Fusion page, secondary color grading, audio finishing with Fairlight page, media management, reel refinement, for all platforms to include Windows and Mac. 0604.20
