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Digital Video and Audio

Unit code: HET222

Credit points12.5 Credit Points
Duration1 Semester
Contact hours51 hours per semester
CampusHawthorn, Sarawak
Prerequisites

Nil

Corequisites

Nil

Related course(s)

A unit of study in the Bachelor of Multimedia suite of programs.
 
(This unit has been recoded as HAD122.)

Aims and objectives

HET222 introduces the concept of non-linear video and audio editing using digital video and audio technology. It will equip students with the basic skills required to capture and edit video and audio material, and to master to a variety of formats, including videocassette, CD and streaming formats for the WWW.

Teaching methods

Lectures, Laboratory Sessions

Assessment

Computer-Based Test (20%), Discussion Threads (10%), Ten Labs worth a total of 20%, Three Assignments worth a total of 50%

Generic skills outcomes

The graduate attributes which relate to this subject help to produce graduates who:

• Are capable in their chosen professional areas.
• Are adaptable and manage change.
• Operate effectively in work and community situations.

Content

  • Storytelling tools.
  • Video technology.
  • Camera & lighting skills.
  • Videos capture.
  • Video editing.
  • Titles and credits.
  • Production planing.
  • Scriptwriting and storyboarding.
  • Production design.
  • Production estimation and timelines.
  • Advanced editing and FX.
  • Advanced audio and sound FX production.
  • Internet video.
  • Digital audio theory & physics of sound.
  • Audio recording and playback.
  • Random access / non-destructive editing.
  • Digital signal processing.
  • Audio file formats and compression.
  • Internet audio.
  • Digital audio disk and tape media.

Reading materials

Lecture handouts containing relevant course material. There is no prescribed textbook for this unit of study.