SRJC Course Outlines

3/28/2026 12:09:15 AM	CS 774.2 Course Outline as of Fall 2025	New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr: CS 774.2	Title: DIGITAL VIDEO POSTPROD
Full Title: Digital Video Post-Production
Last Reviewed:9/22/2025

Units		Course Hours per Week		Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	0	Lecture Scheduled	3.00	17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	52.50
Minimum	0	Lab Scheduled	0	4 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	0		Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	3.00		Contact Total	52.50

		Non-contact DHR	0		Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category: Non-Credit
Grading: Non-Credit Course
Repeatability: 27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions
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Catalog Description:
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In this non-credit class, students will learn video post-production fundamentals using professional Non-Linear Editing (NLE) digital video software. Lessons include: Choosing Cameras, Lighting & Audio Equipment, Importing Media, Timeline Sequences, Timecode, Editing to exact total running time (TRT), Aspect Ratios, Asset Management, Transitions, Effects, Titles, Still Frames and Workflow, Multiple Sequences, 2D Key Frame Animations, Custom Effects, Green Screen Masking, Basic Compositing, and J and L Audio Transitions. Students will demonstrate knowledge of these concepts which will culminate in a final project short video that displays the application of these techniques. Students are not required to film or have access to a camera for this class.

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Recommended Preparation:

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Schedule of Classes Information
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(Non-Credit Course)
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Recommended:
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Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:	Inactive:
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CSU GE:	Transfer Area		Effective:	Inactive:

IGETC:	Transfer Area		Effective:	Inactive:

CSU Transfer:		Effective:	Inactive:

UC Transfer:		Effective:	Inactive:

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Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Create short edited videos that include still frames, titles, credits, effects, transitions, multiple sequences, 2D key frame animations, basic compositing, J and L audio transitions, and mixing multiple audio sources.

2. Determine how to choose a camera best suited based on understanding specs and features before buying.

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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Identify, assess, and apply concepts and definitions in digital video.

2. Demonstrate the NLE user interface.

3. Prepare and import footage and files.

4. Incorporate camera, audio, and lighting techniques.

5. Evaluate the skills involved in project and file management.

6. Apply and evaluate a variety of special effects and filters.

7. Apply and evaluate animation control techniques.

8. Define and appraise various video output types.

9. Import and mix sound files for video productions.

Topics and Scope
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I. Basic Digital Video Concepts

A. Basic information on purchasing camera, audio and lighting equipment

B. Video terminology

C. Analog vs. digital

D. Non-linear editing definitions and techniques

E. Video capture

F. Frame rate

G. Digital Video (DV) technology

H. Configuring your system

II. The Non-Linear Editing (NLE) User Interface

A. Identifying and organizing panels and windows

B. Working with the Timeline panel

C. Playing and previewing a project

III. Postproduction Techniques

A. Still frames

B. Titles

C. Credits

D. Effects

E. Transitions

F. Multiple audio sources

G. Editing to a defined total running time (TRT)

H. Exporting techniques for final video composite

IV. Project and File Management

A. Project asset management

B. Removing unused assets

C. Managing a project workflow over time

D. Editing to a defined TRT

V. Special Effects

A. Modifying clip duration

B. Creating time lapse, ramping, and still frame effects

C. Synchronizing action and audio from a multi-camera shoot

D. Creating and animating layered graphics

E. Animation control techniques

F. 2D key frame animations

VI. Introduction to Green Screen and Masking Techniques

A. Editing green screen

B. Adjusting mask shapes

VII. Mixing Sound Files

A. Mixing multiple audio sources

B. Creating voice over

C. J and L audio transitions

Assignments:
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1. Reading assignments (20-30 pages per week) and/or view online training videos

2. Weekly assignments: video editing

3. Final project: students will demonstrate their skills and problem solving techniques by creating a short edited clip with standardized video focusing on the following criteria:

a. Still frames

b. Titles

c.Credits

d.Effects

e.Transitions

f. Multiple audio sources

g. Working within a defined total running time (TRT)

h. Outputting final video composite

i. 2D Key frame animations

j. Special effects

k. Custom Titles and Credits

l. Basic compositing

4. Projects and Exams

a. 2-3 skill-based projects

b. 2-3 objective quizzes

c. Final Objective Exam

5. Class discussion and critiquing

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 0%
None
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 20 - 40%
Video editing assignments
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 40 - 60%
Skill based projects, final project
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 20 - 40%
Quizzes and Final Exam
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 10%
Participation in class discussions and critiquing

Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Cut by Cut: Editing Your Film or Video (2nd). Chandler, Gael. Michael Wiese Productions: 2012. (classic).

Instructor prepared and online materials

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