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This is a foundation course for the Audio/Video Tech and Film and Advertising and Graphic Design programs of study. Students will explore topics that span Audio/Video production, advertising and graphic design, commercial photography, digital cinema production and radio broadcasting.

Students in this core program will learn the basics of film and television production as well as other forms of audio-video communication such as animation, graphics, and sound production for video. They will also study the history of audio-video technology and film as well as career development and employment in this pathway.

This core program is designed to develop high level technical skills in preparation for a career in Audio/Video and Film production.

Course will focus on technologies related to the creation, manipulation, recording, editing and sharing of music. Students will benefit from experience using professional equipment such as Avid, Sony, Apple, MOTU, Yamaha, Toft and Alexsis in studio and live sound environments. Professional facilities could include fully-equipped control rooms, private workstations, sound/recording studios, 24-and 32-channel sound boards, computer audio interface technologies, etc.

The A/V Tech. and Film Lab focuses on the practical application of technical skills as students develop authentic work-based projects and experiences. Emphasis will be given to creating productions and presentations as students build comprehensive professional portfolios.