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Cinema-Television-Radio Associate of Science


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The Cinema-Television-Radio degree provides preparation for work in the media industry through six specialty options: Cinema, Television, Radio, Post Production, Screen Acting, or Critical Studies. Topics focus on specialized technical skills, including film/TV producing, directing, cinematography, video editing, production design, radio announcing and acting, that mirror real-world tasks as well as specific media analysis. Opportunities to build the technical, aesthetic, and project management skills needed for employment and advancement in a career in this field are embedded throughout the program. Jobs that utilize the knowledge and skills in this degree include camera operator, video journalist, TV show researcher, film editor, voice-over talent and/or film/TV show talent. This program provides and encourages both field and studio work in the student’s area of specialty. Course options include participation in internships at various stations and facilities.

Program Student Learning Outcomes


Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Apply skills and knowledge required to be successful in the media production industry.
  • Produce a demo reel which can showcase their skills and knowledge and help them find   employment.
  • Demonstrate readiness for employment in the industry.
  • Describe the technical, cultural and economic history and trends of radio, television or film.

REQUIRED COURSES:

Course ID Title Units
CTVR 40  * Television and Film Scriptwriting I 3
CTVR 101   Video Production Basics 3
Completion of one of the following specialty areas 15

TOTAL UNITS FOR THE MAJOR:


21

Cinema Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 31  * Film Production I 3
CTVR 32  * Film Production II 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 42  * Television and Film Directing 3
CTVR 111  * Audio and Sound Design for Television and Film 3
CTVR 124  * Television Production I 3
CTVR 125  * Television Production II 3
CTVR 129  * Documentary Production 3
CTVR 140  * Television and Film Scriptwriting II 3
CTVR 151   Non-Linear Editing I 3
CTVR 233  * Film Production III 3
CTVR 251  * Non-Linear Editing II 3
CTVR 253  * Digital Special Effects 3
CTVR 262   Production Management 3
CTVR 264  * Cinematography 2
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television Radio Employment Skills 3
CTVR 290   Acting for the Camera I 3
CTVR 291   Acting for the Camera II - Creating a Character 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

Television Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 124  * Television Production I 3
CTVR 125  * Television Production II 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 31  * Film Production I 3
CTVR 32  * Film Production II 3
CTVR 42  * Television and Film Directing 3
CTVR 111  * Audio and Sound Design for Television and Film 3
CTVR 129  * Documentary Production 3
CTVR 140  * Television and Film Scriptwriting II 3
CTVR 151   Non-Linear Editing I 3
CTVR 191   Voice-Over and Announcing 3
CTVR 251  * Non-Linear Editing II 3
CTVR 253  * Digital Special Effects 3
CTVR 262   Production Management 3
CTVR 264  * Cinematography 2
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television-Radio Employment Skills 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
     
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

Radio Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 110   Audio Production 3
CTVR 113  * Radio Broadcasting 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 31  * Film Production I 3
CTVR 32  * Film Production II 3
CTVR 111  * Audio and Sound Design for Television and Film 3
CTVR 114  * Radio Station Activities 2
CTVR 115  * Advanced Radio Performance and Studio Operations 2
CTVR 124  * Television Production I 3
CTVR 125  * Television Production II 3
CTVR 140  * Television and Film Scriptwriting II 3
CTVR 191   Voice-Over and Announcing 3
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television-Radio Employment Skills 3
CTVR 290   Acting for the Camera I 3
CTVR 291   Acting for the Camera II - Creating a Character 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
     
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

Post Production Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 151   Non-Linear Editing I 3
CTVR 251  * Non-Linear Editing II 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 31  * Film Production I 3
CTVR 32  * Film Production II 3
CTVR 42  * Television and Film Directing 3
CTVR 110   Audio Production 3
CTVR 111  * Audio and Sound Design for Television and Film 3
CTVR 124  * Television Production I 3
CTVR 125  * Television Production II 3
CTVR 129  * Documentary Production 3
CTVR 253  * Digital Special Effects 3
CTVR 262   Production Management 3
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television-Radio Employment Skills 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
     
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

Screen Acting and Voice Performance Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 290   Acting for the Camera I 3
CTVR 291   Acting for the Camera II - Creating a Character 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 31  * Film Production I 3
CTVR 32  * Film Production II 3
CTVR 42  * Television and Film Directing 3
CTVR 104   Cold Reading and Interview Techniques 3
CTVR 110   Audio Production 3
CTVR 124  * Television Production I 3
CTVR 125  * Television Production II 3
CTVR 129  * Documentary Production 3
CTVR 140  * Television and Film Scriptwriting II 3
CTVR 191   Voice-Over and Announcing 3
CTVR 262   Production Management 3
CTVR 264  * Cinematography 2
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television-Radio Employment Skills 3
TA 190   Acting for Television and Film 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
     
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

Critical Studies Specialty

 
Required Courses:  
CTVR 2   History and Appreciation of Television Broadcasting 3
CTVR 3   The History and Appreciation of American Cinema 3
Restricted Electives: (9 units)  
CTVR 4   Cinematic Storytelling 3
CTVR 5   History and Appreciation of International Cinema 3
CTVR 7   Cross Cultural Cinema 3
CTVR 9   Women in Cinema and Television 3
CTVR 100   Introduction to Cinema, Television, and Radio 3
CTVR 140  * Television and Film Scriptwriting II 3
CTVR 280  * Cinema-Television-Radio Employment Skills 3
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 1
CWE 180   Cooperative Work Experience-Cinema, TV, Radio 2
ENG 52  * The Film as Literature 3
     
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.  

 

Associate of Science Degree


Complete a minimum of 60 units including the total number of units described above and the General Education requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 to qualify for the Associate of Science degree. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at Saddleback College.

General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees


Refer to the Graduation Requirements  or to the CSU-GE and IGETC patterns in this catalog for specific courses which meet general education requirements. Refer to ASSIST.org and to the transfer institution’s catalog for transfer requirements.

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