CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES FOR CINEMA AND TELEVISION
- Course
- RTVC214 - CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES FOR CINEMA AND TELEVISION
- Department
- Radio, Television and Cinema - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 6
- T+P+L
- 2 + 2 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- -
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
This course aims to teach students the basic principles of cinematographic lighting and the use of the camera as a means of visual expression, camera angles, preparation of shooting plans, etc. both theoretically and practically. Within the scope of the course, the basic working principles, types and accessories of the video camera; camera angles and movements; visual aesthetics and digital effects; basic lighting principles, lighting equipment and their characteristics are discussed. In this course, students have the opportunity to practice using light and camera and sample applications are also examined. Students who take the course will gain basic knowledge about the technological development of cinema and television, gain professional technical skills regarding camera and light usage and learn professional terminology.
CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES FOR CINEMA AND TELEVISION
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Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to the Course |
| Week 2 | Creating a Visual Story, The basic Visual Components |
| Week 3 | The Shot and How to Frame It |
| Week 4 | The Art of Composition |
| Week 5 | The Moving the Camera |
| Week 6 | Advanced Camera Usage Techniques |
| Week 7 | Human Vision, the Camera, and Exposure |
| Week 8 | Lighting Basics |
| Week 9 | Light in Composition |
| Week 10 | Basic Lighting Techniques |
| Week 11 | Broadcast Studio Lighting |
| Week 12 | Advanced Lighting Techniques |
| Week 13 | Working Practices and General Guidelines for Camera Usage and Lighting |
| Week 14 | Solving Common Problems in Lighting |
| Week 15 | General Overview of the Course |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Brown, B. (2012), Cinematography: Theory and Practice. New York: Focal Press
- 02 Malkiewicz, Kris and Mullen (2005), Cinematography: A Guide for Filmmakers and Film Teachers, New York: Simon & Schuster
- 03 Jackman, J. (2021) Lighting for Digital Video and Television, London: Focal Press
- 04 Thompson,R., J. Bowen,C. (2009), Grammer of the Shot, New York:Elsevier
Learning Outcomes
- L01 Define the fundamentals of lighting techniques and the advanced camera operation techniques. SOLO 2
- L02 Use the principles of cinematographic lighting as a means of visual storytelling. SOLO 3
- L03 Choose the proper camera and lighting equipment for desired results in terms of cinematic expression and TV program production. SOLO 3
- L04 Explain terminology for lighting and cameras. SOLO 4
- L05 Produce short movies or TV programs using proper camera and lighting techniques. SOLO 5
Program Outcomes
- P01 have knowledge which is supported by up-to-date primary and secondary course books and application tools in the field of Visual Communication Design
- P02 have technical knowledge necessary for the field of Visual Communication Design
- P03 Have knowledge about universal human rights, social justice, quality management, environmental protection, and workplace health.
- P04 S/he visualises imagined things in a coherent structure
- P05 S/he defines the problems related to communication and finds possible solutions for these problems.
- P06 S/he has skills to manage a project/work related to Visual Communication Design independently.
- P07 S/he develops and applies projects and activities related with his/her social environment with an awareness of social responsibility.
- P08 S/he designates and manages the requirements and processes of learning.
- P09 S/he, equipped with advanced knowledge and skills in Visual Communication Design education, who interprets and evaluates data, identifies and analyses problems and finds solutions based on research and facts.
- P10 S/he can take responsibility as an individual and a team member in complex and unforeseen problems related to Visual Communication Design projects.
- P11 S/he plans, manages and finishes a media content under time restrictions.
- P12 S/he approaches advanced knowledge and skills from a critical perspective.
- P13 S/he is aware that the Visual Communication Design Department has close ties with new technological developments and also aware of the importance of pursuing these developments which have vital importance for creating new media content.
- P14 S/he is a person who informs and expresses thoughts for possible solutions related with Visual Communication Design contents prepared for related individuals and organisations.
- P15 S/he shares developments and data related to Visual Communication Design with specialists and non-specialists
- P16 S/he acts in Visual Communication Design projects in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical norms.
Po-Lo Matrix
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| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L04 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L05 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |