ELO-C4023 - Book Exam: Cinematography Theory and Practice, 03.09.2020-04.09.2020

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Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Gives a practice-based overview of the cinematographer’s craft and fundamental technical and creative tools and their effect both on the creative work and content of the film.

Deepens skills of mastering cinematographers and filmmakers terms in English.

Credits: 2

Schedule: 03.09.2020 - 04.09.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Jonathan Harvey, Rauno Ronkainen

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jonathan Harvey, Rauno Ronkainen

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Students will read the book and especially the highlighted topics. Pick up the facts, express their own opinions and get ready to discuss over those in open forum together with lecturer of cinematography and other students in feedback session.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Pass – failed

Workload

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    2 cr.

    Student’s own work 40 h.

    Feedback sessions 15 h.

DETAILS

Study Material

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Based on the book: Cinematography theory and practice, Blain Brown, 3rd edition. ISBN 978-1-138 - 21258-9 (hbk)

    ISBN 978-1-138 - 94092-5 (pbk)

    ISBN 978-1-315 – 66782-9 (ebk)

Prerequisites

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Requires approved accomplishment of courses Cinematic expression 1 – 4.

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    4 Quality Education

    8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

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