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CAMERA AND LIGHT TECHNIQUES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ILT373 CAMERA AND LIGHT TECHNIQUES 5 4 2 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assoc.Prof. METİN KUŞ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of this course is to enable students to have knowledge about camera usage and basic light construction.
Contents of the Course Unit: This course focuses on camera use, basic camera settings, camera movements and meanings, lighting, technical and psychological reflections of lighting, basic lighting techniques and light equipment.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

The camera defines the logic of use.
Explains the connections between image and lighting.
Compare the effects of correct light and camera use.
Establish the psychological relationship with lighting.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 - What is camera and lighting? Lecture
2 - Camera settings and basic camera usage and shooting formats Lecture, Demonstration
3 - Lighting and basic light rules Lecture, Demonstration
4 - Basic light usage and effects on camera Lecture, Demonstration
5 - Plan, scene, sequence separation and composition Lecture, Demonstration
6 - Shooting scales, camera movements and their meanings Lecture, Demonstration
7 - Camera and Light test Lecture, Demonstration
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 - Interpretation of the trial shots Lecture, Demonstration
10 - Light equipment and filters Lecture, Demonstration
11 - Camera lenses and filters Lecture, Demonstration
12 - Dramatic Light Construction and Rembrandt Technique Lecture, Demonstration
13 - Analysis of camera and light usage from sample films Lecture, Demonstration
14 - Camera and Light test Lecture, Demonstration
15 - Interpretation of the trial shots Lecture, Demonstration
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Millerson, G., (2008). Lighting Techniques for Cinema and Television. Es publications, Ankara.
Schroeppel, T. (2013). Boneless Camera Lessons. Gala Film and Art Products, Istanbul.
Özen, N. (2008). Introduction to Cinema Art. Agora Library, Istanbul.
Foss, B. (2012) Narrative Techniques in Cinema and Television and Dramaturgy. Hayalperest Publishing House, Ankara.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to know the basic concepts of Graphic Design and to define how these concepts are reflected in designs.
2
will be able to define the function of Graphic Design in communal and social contexts.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to organize the relations between the target audience and the visual design.

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to apply the past and current technical knowledge and methods in the field of Graphic Design with the competence required by the design process.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to apply designs with appropriate combinations by considering the interaction of the field of Graphic Design with other disciplines.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to behave according to the values of social, cultural, scientific and professional ethics in the design process of Graphic Design.
2
will be able to use and reflect quality, cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues in the all kind of processes in the field.
3
will be able to implements planned tasks in the desired manner and on time by organizing comprehensive design processes in the field of Graphic Design in individual or group works.

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to use and relate the information that obtained in Graphic Design education for higher academic education processes or different field disciplines.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
will be able to explain the theorical and applicational knowledge related to the field of Graphic Design with using appropriate presentation and communication techniques.
2
will be able to use a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the European language portfolio.
3
will be able to use basic computer softwares, information and communication technologies and graphic design programs as required by the field.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
wil be able to demonstrate....

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 2 28
Preliminary & Further Study 0 0 0
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 14 2 28
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 40 40
Preparation for the Final Exam 0 0 0
Mid-Term Exam 1 32 32
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 0 0 0
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 30 0 128
Total Workload of the Course Unit 128
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0