Hanahan High School
Hanahan, SC
T e a c h e r : C yr i l S a m o n t e
E-mail:
[email protected]
Media Tech I Syllabus
(Course Codes 6124/6125)
Teacher: Cyril Samonte/Room 111
Course Introduction
Media Technology/Television production is an
elective within the Career Technology Education
(CTE) curriculum at Hanahan High School and the
Berkeley County School District. This elective course
bases its lessons on the use and knowledge of:
video cameras, video equipment, audio (sound)
equipment, lighting, studio equipment, and
video/audio editing on computers. With these tools,
students will be able to complete video projects
including news stories, commercials, and other video
projects. Students must have a basic knowledge of
computers to understand the editing software used
during this class. Objectives for students: The
student will be able to:
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learn the terms and vocabulary used in the
television business;
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learn how to use a camera to tell effective stories
using video;
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edit video to tell a story or give information;
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research/write/plan using information for producing
a video project such as a news story, commercial
or PSA;
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learn to use the most advanced editing software to
edit video;
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learn how to effectively conduct interviews for
television;
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learn how to write scripts for television;
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help video tape events that promote Hanahan
High School;
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Help produce video projects that will cover all
events that is Hanahan High School and help
provide content for the school newscast Hawk’s
Eye View.
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Parents Initials: __________
Materials
It is very important that you have the following
materials in class. Not having these materials can
result in lower classwork/quiz grades.
 1 1/2" three-ring binder
 pen, pencils, paper
 4gb to 16gb jump drive
 Ear phones or ear buds for editing
Attendance
Regular attendance in this class is an absolute
must, just as regular attendance on a job will be
later in life. If you are absent on the day of an
assigned quiz, test, or other pre-assigned work, you
will have 5 days to make it up. FINDING OUT
WHAT YOU MISSED IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!
Parents’ Initials: ________
Media Tech I Syllabus
Classroom Rules
Grading Procedures
In the first quarter, students will be in a traditional classroom
setting as you study and learn the fundamentals of using a
camera, broadcast terminology, basic editing, etc. During this
time you will have numerous grades from tests/quizzes,
classwork/homework and camera work & editing. You will be
responsible for a digital journal on your computer where you
will keep your warm-up and classwork in. Your notebook will
be graded on the content from class on a weekly basis or as
needed.
Quarter 1
Major Quizzes
ENG (Electronic News Gathering)
Video Projects
Classwork/Homework/Warm-ups
30%
30%
30%
10%
In the second quarter, you will have fewer grades from
traditional desk work but will produce more video projects.
Most of your grades will come from producing and completing
video projects such as news stories, commercials & PSA’s,
and covering live events – by using the information you
learned in the first half of the course. Many of the class
projects will be produced after school hours for a grade.
Please be sure that you are available for these projects
ahead of time because your participation will be factored
into your grade. A final project/exam will be due at the end of
the second quarter.
Quarter 2
Video Projects
ENG (Electronic News Gathering)
Major Quizzes
Classwork/Homework/Warm-ups
40%
40%
10%
10%
There is no excuse for not completing a video project;
therefore, there is NO grace period for late projects unless
granted permission. In the real world of broadcasting,
deadlines must be met. Failure to meet a deadline in this
class (in paperwork or on a project) will result in receiving
a zero on that assignment.
Grading Scale
A = 100 - 93
B = 92 - 85
C = 84 - 77
D = 76 - 70
F = 69 - 0
Parents’ Initials:
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Be prepared.
Be prepared to WORK!
Be on time.
Be CREATIVE.
Be RESPONSIBLE.
Read and follow all directions.
PARTICIPATE!
Write your name, date, and period on all
your work.
9. Save all work.
10. Do NOT talk when the teacher is talking.
11. Do not leave your seat without permission.
12. No one will be allowed out of their seats
before the bell rings.
13. No FOOD or DRINKS allowed in the
classroom/studio.
14. No using the restroom the FIRST and
LAST 15 minutes of class.
15. No computer games/internet surfing until
all class work is completed.
16. Pick up around area (trash, papers,
books, notes, writing utensils).
17. No one allowed in the studio without
permission.
18. All students are responsible for all
equipment used in Media Tech.
19. Practice safety at all times.
Parents’ Initials: ________
Media Tech I Syllabus
Studio/Control Room Rules
1. Students will use the studio only for production
purposes. Students must have permission to work in the
studio.
2. Safety comes first when in the studio. Students may not
move, climb, or walk between the walls and the curtain
and not move any lights or other studio equipment. NO
HORSEPLAY ALLOWED.
3. The equipment in the studio and studio control will not be
used except under strict supervision. Any equipment
used must be acknowledged by the teacher before using.
Parents’ Initials: ________
4. The equipment in studio control and the equipment
closet is off limits unless given permission.
Other Class Rules/Equipment
1. The teacher's area is off-limits unless you are given permission. The telephone is off
limits during class hours, unless given permission.
2. When asking a question, the student will raise their hand and stand-up when
acknowledged.
3. Students will be assigned media credentials before an event and it must be returned after
an event. Loss of credential can result in loss of privileges or cost of a new credential.
4. When you leave the classroom to work on a project, you must go directly to the designated
location. Not being in your designated location will result in punishment and/or loss of
camera/equipment privileges and a deduction in grade. Socializing in the halls or getting
food/drinks is not allowed.
5. Take proper care of all equipment and keep areas around you clear and clean. Do not
write on desks or other furniture.
6. Any and all equipment used for shooting projects must be signed out and returned in a
prompt manner and in working condition. If equipment is borrowed overnight, it must be
returned before first period of the next school day.
Parents’ Initials: ________
Media Tech I Syllabus
Computer Procedures
Due to the classroom itself being a computer lab, follow all computer
procedures to ensure the safe operation of all computers and
equipment by all students:
1. LOG ON to the computers when told to do so.
2. Please remember to LOG OFF when finished using the
computers.
3. Save all current work.
4. NO FOOD and DRINK allowed on the computers and desks.
5. No internet surfing/computer games during official class
time. This can result with the loss of computer privileges for
class, etc.
6. Bring your headphones for class. There are limited amount of
headphones to be used in class. Observe school rules pertaining to
headphones.
Parents’ Initials: ________
7. Clean up the work space around you when done.
8. Push your seat under your desk when leaving.
Consequences for Breaking Rules or Policy
Tardiness
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1st offense: Verbal Warning and/or
detention.
Any behavior deemed
distracting and disturbing to
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2 offense: Teacher Detention (after
school or during lunch).
the learning environment of
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3rd offense: ISS for the PERIOD they are
late
the students or teacher will
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4th offense: ISS for the CLASS PERIOD
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5th & 6th offense: ISS for the ENTIRE DAY
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7th & beyond: OSS
nd
Students must sign the tardy book with an excused
or unexcused slip.
Parents’ Initials: ________
Cyril Samonte
Phone: 843-820-3710
E-mail: [email protected]
the classroom or safety of
result in immediate referral.
Video Workshop
Assistance in tutoring and make-up work is
available every day after school from 345430PM. Students must let the teacher know if
they will attend. Students are responsible for
letting their parents know they are staying
after school.
Parents’ Initials: ________
Course Outline
The following is an outline of instruction for Media Tech 1. The outline is subject
to change at any time at the discretion of the teacher.
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Orientation
Basic Editing
The Camera and its parts
The equipment
The Fundamentals of Shooting
Safety
The Interview Process
The Television newscast
The News Package
The 6 steps to Newsgathering
Introduction to Editing
Basic scriptwriting
Storyboarding
Using the Green Screen
The Final Project
Course Projects:
 Each student will responsible for shooting and editing up to 4 or more
projects.
 Some but not all projects will involve working as a team.
 Projects:
o Editing project #1
o Editing project #2
o Camera project #1
o Camera project #2
o Video News Package
o “How to” Project
o Green Screen project
o The Final Project
 Movie trailer
 Music video
 Commercial/PSA
 Extended news package
 Other
****Note: Course video projects are subject to change.
MEDIA TECHNOLOGY STATE STANDARDS
COURSE CODES: 6124, 6125
DESCRIPTION:
In the Media Technology program, students will explore the general field of
communications and will focus primarily on audio and motion media
industries. Students will also learn about related fields such as radio,
graphic design, computer graphics, animation, special effects, online media
development, advertising, public relations, and corporate communications.
Students will get hands-on experience in basic production techniques for
audio, video, and film. They will learn how to use industry-standard
equipment and will develop skills including writing, directing, producing,
and editing video pieces of increasing complexity.
UNIT A: MAINTAINING HEALTH AND SAFETY
1. Identify and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
and other health and safety regulations that apply to specific tasks and jobs
in media technology.
2. Identify and apply Right-to-Know (Hazard Communication Policy) and
other communicative regulations that apply to specific tasks and jobs in
media technology.
3. Set a ladder safely and use it with and without equipment.
4. Illustrate appropriate, safe body mechanics, including proper lifting
techniques and ergonomics.
5. Demonstrate the safe use, storage, and maintenance of equipment in the
lab, studio, and classroom.
6. Describe safety practices and procedures to be followed when working
with and working around electricity.
7. Explain how to properly remove and replace lamps.
8. Demonstrate emergency procedures, precautions, and response
procedures.
UNIT B: DEMONSTRATING PRE-PRODUCTION PRACTICES
1. Define relevant media technology production nomenclature.
2. Differentiate among the various forms of writing and reporting including
but not limited to news, feature, opinion, and sports.
3. Explain the differences between ENG, EFP, and studio productions.
4. Explain characteristics of newsworthiness.
5. Analyze the objective of production activities.
6. Describe duties of production personnel.
7. Write a production treatment/plan for various types of programs.
8. Write a production script.
9. List practices used to schedule project workflow and create a production
schedule.
10. State the importance of obtaining approval/sign-off.
11. Research a show topic.
12. Write a video production script/storyboard.
13. Identify basic audio-video connectors and cables and their uses.
14. Design lighting requirements for a planned production.
15. Identify various types of microphones, pick-up patterns, and
applications.
16. Explain the importance of nat sound in a news story.
17. Explain the importance of shooting for the edit.
18. Explain the importance of continuity.
19. State the purpose of control track and time code.
UNIT C: DEMONSTRATING PRODUCTION PRACTICES
1. Manage crew and cast required for an audio-video production.
2. Monitor, review, and adjust a production schedule.
3. Define depth of field and its relationship to amount of available light,
filter selection, and aperture.
4. Identify parts of and operate a TV camera.
5. Adjust a camera, including setting gain, filters, aperture, focus, and
white balance.
6. Demonstrate movements of a TV camera.
7. Compose shots following basic composition guidelines (rule of thirds,
lead/talk space, framing, etc.).
8. Follow a moving subject while keeping the subject properly framed.
9. Explain overscan and safe areas.
10. Plan studio set-up.
11. Record audio using audio devices, including recorders and mixers.
12. Demonstrate use and placement of microphones.
13. Select between different inputs using a production switcher.
14. Speak in front of a camera using a microphone.
15. Interview a subject, both on-camera and off-camera, to get information
about a chosen subject.
16. Narrate a script over footage using proper vocal techniques.
17. Shoot/record a production script.
18. Demonstrate best practices used to label and log raw footage.
19. Edit video, including b-roll, VO, SOTs, and nat sound.
20. Properly roll and store cable.
UNIT D: DEMONSTRATING POST-PRODUCTION PRACTICES
1. Identify basic functions and resources for editing audio and video
productions.
2. Capture and edit footage with audio/video editing software.
3. Add text to video footage.
4. Define “jump cuts” and list strategies to avoid them in shooting and
editing.
5. Describe procedures that prepare products for publishing/distribution.
6. List criteria upon which to analyze and critique a product.
7. Demonstrate techniques of non-linear editing.
8. Add narration, music, and sound effects.
9. Define codec and file formats and give common uses of each.
UNIT E: UNDERSTANDING EMPLOYABILITY IN THE MEDIA
TECHNOLOGY FIELD
1. Evaluate media technology industries, organizations, and careers based
on multiple sources of research and information.
2. Assess interest areas to determine potential career pathways, including
career ladders.
3. Demonstrate employability skills needed to get and keep a job.
4. Identify performance-based characteristics needed to obtain jobs in
media technology.
5. State the entry-level requirements for television-related careers.
6. Identify sources of information on television careers.
7. Describe the roles of advertising and sales in the radio and television
industries.
8. Demonstrate the skills used when meeting with clients.
9. Demonstrate project management skills to estimate costs and establish a
budget.
10. Explain project-based client management and chain of command.
UNIT F: APPLYING LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND ETHICAL
CONSIDERATIONS TO BUSINESS PRACTICES AND DECISIONS
1. Identify laws that regulate businesses and organizations in media
technology.
2. Discuss the evolving nature of copyright and trademark laws.
3. Discuss copyright infringement and fair use exemptions.
4. Define ethical business practices in media technology.
5. Describe the role of integrity in various forms of broadcast and media.
6. Describe the intent of the term “public trust” as it pertains to a radio or
television business.
7. Describe the influence of government regulations on media.
8. Demonstrate an understanding of bias in the media.
UNIT G: ANALYZING THE HISTORY AND EVOLUTION OF MEDIA
TECHNOLOGY IN THE ARTS AND SOCIETY
1. Identify positive and negative impacts of the arts on current society.
2. Identify key factors that have impacted the evolution of the arts,
communications, and audio-video technologies.
3. Identify key local and national issues for arts and communications
technologies.
4. Predict future trends related to media technology.
TV STUDIO & EQUIPMENT RULES
STUDENT CONTRACT
I, and my parents/guardians, have read and reviewed the
guidelines for Media Technology. I realize that concerns for
my safety as well as concern for the equipment make these
rules necessary, and that failure to abide by the guidelines
will result in deduction of grade, loss of class privileges
(including equipment and computer use) referral to
administrators, and possible financial liability for any damage
to equipment.
Student PRINT Name
Student Signature
DATE
Parent PRINT Name
Parent Signature
DATE
VIDEO PERMISSION FORM
I, ________________ (parent/guardian) give my child
_______________ permission to view video during class
for required classwork and at home for homework.
Examples of video that will be required to watch are
local television news, international and national news,
and selected videos from the internet.
Student PRINT Name
Student Signature
DATE
Parent PRINT Name
Parent Signature
DATE