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Technology Courses

Technology Courses: General Information
Television Production is a course designed for students thinking about taking "communications" courses in college and those just wanting to learn more about video production in general. It is taught in the new Chelsea Broadcasting Multimedia Center facilities at The Chelsea School.

Utilizing various techniques and hands-on training, students become competent in specific areas of video and multimedia production as specified by the Maryland Department of Education through Maryland Standard for Competency-Based Education. The first-year class (TV-1) is centered on studio production, using the television studio and control room equipment. In the second-year class, students work with video production computer technology and in "real-world" field production environments. TV-2 students use mostly digital post-production and editing equipment.

All students are expected to join the local Skills USA student organization to learn more about business and working in the real world. Field trips to local media operations and speakers from various video-related businesses are part of the “real world” learning process. Parents are always welcome and encouraged to join us for these extra activities.

Program Description:

Video Production is Career & Technical course exploring the fundamentals and advanced techniques of the television and film industries. In Video Production I, students learn the industry standard techniques of camera operation, audio production and lighting for TV and film, as well as computer based editing on the industries leading software, Avid Xpress Pro. In Video Production II, students apply advanced TV and film production techniques to produce a wide variety of programming genres including: broadcast newscast, a long-form documentary, short films, animations, and various multi-camera live and live-to-tape programs.

Program Description:

What skills will I learn?

Video Production is the ultimate “hands-on” class. Students gain valuable time management and leadership skills while honing their creativity working on a variety of group and individual projects.

What equipment will I be trained to use?
Students learn and apply proper TV and film production techniques for handling and operating television cameras, microphones and lighting equipment, as well as all of the equipment related to producing television and film in our state-of-the-art editing/studio facility.

What kind of jobs may be available after I successfully complete the program?
Most students who complete the two-year program enroll in college programs related to this course. This Video Production program is a unique Career & Technical course offered at Chelsea. Based on its rigorous, college-level curriculum and state-of-the-art facility, students leave the program with skills and experience that would prepare them for TV and film positions like: Career paths include: Technical Director, Audio Operator, Video Tape Operator, Studio Camera Operator, Electronic Field Production Camera Operator, Sports Camera Operator, News Photographer, News Reporter, Graphics Operator, Floor Director, and Teleprompt Operator.

Technology

The Chelsea School technology program offers one completer pathway to graduation and the ability to receive a state sanctioned diploma. The program focuses developing student’s individual interest in the technical vocational field which may result in a career choice. These courses require both a tech credit and two advanced tech credits to serve as a completer pathway which will lead to a state sanctioned diploma.

Computer Applications
Prerequisites none
Credits 1
The Computer Applications course provides students with an introduction to computers and their basic applications. Students will examine the foundations of computers as well as the basic software and hardware systems involved in their operation.

Information Systems Management I
Prerequisites none
Credits 1
The Information Systems Management I course provides students to practice critical academic skills while they are introduced to information systems. Students will examine the foundations of information systems by learning how they are managed, upgraded, maintained and administer PC-based information.

Information Systems Management II
Prerequisites Information Management Systems I
Credits 1
Information Systems Management II continues to develop student understanding of information systems management while practicing critical academic skills. Students examine information systems through both the abstract concepts of ethics and practices as well as having hands on experiences working with the hardware involved.

TV Media Production

The Chelsea School technology program offers one completer pathway to graduation and the ability to receive a state sanctioned diploma. The program focuses on developing student’s individual interest in the technical vocational field which may result in a career choice. These courses require both a tech credit and two advanced tech credits to serve as a completer pathway which will lead to a state sanctioned diploma.

TV Production I
Prerequisites none
Credits 1
Television I introduces the students to the basic concepts of television/film/media production. Students receive hands on instruction both on sight and off in fully functioning Television studios. Additionally they are exposed to the current software and techniques associated with the media field.

TV Production II
Prerequisites TV Media Production I
Credits 1
Television II continues to develop an understanding and ability to implement the skills first introduced in Television I. In this course students will receive the training and skills necessary to begin to independently implement the skills needed to produce their own productions as well as work on other independent projects.

TV Media Internship
Prerequisites TV Media Production II
Credits 1
Television Media Internship offers students an opportunity to earn credit while independently implementing the skills obtained in the first two television courses. The students will earn credit by working independently on projects outside of Chelsea School. These projects may be completed at partner facilities such as Access Montgomery, the local cable access affiliate. Students must solicit independent evaluations from supervising technicians and submit them to their mentor/teacher at Chelsea School to receive their grade.

Graphic Arts

The Chelsea School technology program offers one completer pathway to graduation and the ability to receive a state sanctioned diploma. The program focuses developing student’s individual interest in the technical vocational field which may result in a career choice. These courses require both a tech credit and two advanced tech credits to serve as a completer pathway which will lead to a state sanctioned diploma.

Computer Graphics I
Prerequisites none
Credits 1
Computer Graphics I is an introduction to understanding and using computer graphics software and technology. Students will discover new and innovative ways to use the technology available to them in order to visually express themselves. Computer Graphics I is a prerequisite course to Computer Graphics II and part of the completer pathways through technology to graduation.

Computer Graphics II
Prerequisites Computer Graphics I
Credits 1
This course is a continuation of Computer Graphics I. Students will develop their ability to independently use the software hardware to complete projects. Students will also employ the tools to create digital animation and videos.

Graphic Arts
Prerequisites none
Credits 1
Graphics Arts is designed to introduce students to new and innovative ways to use the technology available to them in order to visually express themselves in visual the visual print medium. Students will employ the tools and technology to produce year books and print material for the school.

Tasks/competencies designated by bullets in the left-hand column(s) are considered essential statewide and are required of all students. In some courses, all tasks/competencies have been identified as essential. Unbulleted tasks/competencies and/or locally added tasks/competencies should be included as local conditions permit.

Television Production

TASKS/COMPETENCIES
Practicing Safety on the Set
*TDI8688-90.001 Wear appropriate safety apparel and use gear properly.
* TDI8688-90.002 Maintain clean and orderly work area and professional conduct.
Introducing the Television Production Industry
TDI8688-90.003 Identify trade associations.
TDI8688-90.004 Read current literature to keep abreast of trends and news.
TDI8688-90.005 Describe the impact of new technologies on the industry.
*TDI8688-90.006 Identify current ethical and legal issues in the industry.
Writing for Electronic Media
*TDI8688-90.007 Write/edit a news story.
TDI8688-90.008 Write/edit a lead-in (open).
* TDI8688-90.009 Write/edit a PSA (Public Service Announcement).
* TDI8688-90.010 Write/edit an interview.
* TDI8688-90.011 Write open and close for studio production.
TDI8688-90.012 Write/edit a dramatic piece.
* TDI8688-90.013 Write/edit a commercial.
* TDI8688-90.014 Write/edit an instructional video.
* TDI8688-90.015 Create program proposal (treatment).
TDI8688-90.016 Write/edit an editorial or commentary.
TDI8688-90.017 Write/edit a non-dramatic piece.
TDI8688-90.018 Write/edit a press release.
TDI8688-90.019 Write/edit a review.
Managing Pre-Production Activities
* TDI8688-90.020 Prepare production budget.
* TDI8688-90.021 Make a production schedule.
* TDI8688-90.022 Check equipment readiness (i.e., camera, audio, lights).
* TDI8688-90.023 Identify procedures for obtaining licenses, permits, and releases.
* TDI8688-90.024 Define tasks/roles of personnel and determine their needs.
* TDI8688-90.025 Research show topic.
* TDI8688-90.026 Identify video/audio sources.
* TDI8688-90.027 Create a storyboard.
* TDI8688-90.028 Pitch program concept.
* TDI8688-90.029 Brainstorm program ideas.
Practicing the Talent Role * TDI8688-90.030 Perform in front of a camera (e.g., deliver a news story, perform a
stand-up, intro/outro, live shot, act in a television drama, and choose the
appropriate clothing for each).
* TDI8688-90.031 Read teleprompter/cue cards.
* TDI8688-90.032 Participate as talent in a studio program.
* TDI8688-90.033 Participate in an interview.
* TDI8688-90.034 Perform audio narration/voice-over.
TDI8688-90.035 Perform radio production.
TDI8688-90.036 Apply make-up.
Operating Studio Equipment
* TDI8688-90.037 Set up studio camera for operation.
* TDI8688-90.038 Shoot basic shots with a studio camera (e.g., establishing, wide, medium,
close, extreme close).
* TDI8688-90.039 Move and reposition camera using a tripod, dolly, and pan tilt-head.
* TDI8688-90.040 Connect and communicate through intercom system.
* TDI8688-90.041 Deliver scripts to talents using teleprompter or cue cards.
Designing Sets
* TDI8688-90.042 Assemble and dress studio sets.
* TDI8688-90.043 Plan set design, including camera and talent positions.
* TDI8688-90.044 Select and manage props and costumes.
TDI8688-90.045 Design backdrops.
TDI8688-90.046 Design virtual sets using chroma and luminance key.
* TDI8688-90.047 Strike the set.
Operating Control Room Equipment
* TDI8688-90.048 Record master program using video recording device.
* TDI8688-90.049 Prepare titles for shows using character generator (CG).
* TDI8688-90.050 Feed audio to the control room and studio using audio monitors.
* TDI8688-90.051 Operate video playback mechanism or still-store generator.
* TDI8688-90.052 Check video sources and program output using monitors.
TDI8688-90.053 Calibrate video signal to broadcast standards using waveform/vectorscope.
TDI8688-90.054 Change background or add effect using chroma key.
* TDI8688-90.055 Mix video sources using production switcher.
Practicing the Director Role
* TDI8688-90.056 Direct live or live-to-tape studio production demonstrating verbal camera
commands (e.g., tilt, truck, dolly, wide-out/zoom, and pan).
* TDI8688-90.057 Direct a location video shoot.
* TDI8688-90.058 Supervise narration recording.
* TDI8688-90.059 Function as a floor manager on a studio show demonstrating hand signals
(e.g., commercial, wrap-up, speed-up, time remaining, speak-up).
Practicing Lighting
* TDI8688-90.060 Control light levels with a lighting board.
* TDI8688-90.061 Patch lights to power sources and dimmers.
* TDI8688-90.062 Light a subject using 3-point lighting.
TDI8688-90.063 Change lamps in lighting instruments.
* TDI8688-90.064 Control shape, intensity, and color of light beams, using lighting
accessories (i.e., gels, diffusion materials, gobos, scrims, barn doors,
cutouts).
TDI8688-90.065 Light for chroma key.
* TDI8688-90.066 Use various lighting instruments to light subjects and sets.
Practicing Media Criticism
* TDI8688-90.067 Articulate a personal response to the effects of a specific medium.
* TDI8688-90.068 Determine objectives of media messages and their effectiveness.
* TDI8688-90.069 Analyze audio/video techniques and effects as they pertain to the message.
TDI8688-90.070 Describe the effects of media on society.
Managing Audio
TASKS/COMPETENCIES
* TDI8688-90.071 Prepare music (original or preproduced) to be edited into a segment.
* TDI8688-90.072 Record narration.
* TDI8688-90.073 Extract audio from a CD (ripping).
* TDI8688-90.074 Select and use various microphones to record live audio.
* TDI8688-90.075 Control audio mix using various mixing techniques.
* TDI8688-90.076 Add effects by using audio processing devices.
TDI8688-90.077 Create "Foley" audio effects.
* TDI8688-90.078 Record various sounds using audio-recording software.
* TDI8688-90.079 Obtain music and sound effects from audio libraries and the Internet.
* TDI8688-90.080 Position and control microphones using audio accessories.
* TDI8688-90.081 Add additional audio sources using audio generation or playback devices.
Managing Equipment
* TDI8688-90.082 Maintain audio and video cables.
* TDI8688-90.083 Checkout and return video equipment.
* TDI8688-90.084 Charge and handle video batteries.
* TDI8688-90.085 Report problems and broken equipment.
* TDI8688-90.086 Label and handle a video tape.
Using Signals, Data, and Routing
* TDI8688-90.087 Troubleshoot audio-visual problems.
TDI8688-90.088 Patch/route audio/video signals.
* TDI8688-90.089 Duplicate video tape.
* TDI8688-90.090 Burn a data or audio CD/DVD.
* TDI8688-90.091 Transfer data from a floppy diskette to a hard drive.
* TDI8688-90.092 Label and save computer files.
TDI8688-90.093 Send data over a computer network.
* TDI8688-90.094 Translate audio/video data for distribution.
Designing Graphics and Animation
* TDI8688-90.095 Obtain images from various sources.
* TDI8688-90.096 Use software to prepare images for television.
* TDI8688-90.097 Prepare a computer-generated background or graphic.
TDI8688-90.098 Create motion graphics.
* TDI8688-90.099 Compose digital still images.
* TDI8688-90.100 Prepare video titles for television.
Shooting Field/Location Video
* TDI8688-90.101 Position and level a camera on a tripod.
* TDI8688-90.102 Shoot location video using portable camera.
* TDI8688-90.103 Shoot for editing with slate and pre-roll.
* TDI8688-90.104 Compose and shoot static shots.
* TDI8688-90.105 Compose and shoot motion shots.
* TDI8688-90.106 Shoot B-roll footage.
* TDI8688-90.107 Shoot location interview.
* TDI8688-90.108 Shoot according to a storyboard.
* TDI8688-90.109 Maintain a field log.
* TDI8688-90.110 Control picture quality using camera settings.

Mastering Post-Production/Editing
* TDI8688-90.111 Interpret SMPTE time code.
TDI8688-90.112 Prepare an edit log and/or edit EDL (Edit Decision List).
* TDI8688-90.113 Combine various elements into a program using editing system.
* TDI8688-90.114 Edit montage of still images.
* TDI8688-90.115 Edit a simple motion sequence.
* TDI8688-90.116 Key a graphic or a title-over video.
* TDI8688-90.117 Digitize video onto computer hard drive.
* TDI8688-90.118 Export video from computer to various video formats.
* TDI8688-90.119 Create edit master for broadcast.
Examining All Aspects of Industry
* Planning
* Management
* Finance
* Technical and Production Skills
* Underlying Principles of Technology
* Labor Issues
* Community Issues
* Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues

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