COMM 3580 - Lighting

3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.

The course provides an introduction to the techniques of lighting, both on location and in the studio. Topics covered in the class include the use of lighting instruments, lighting control media and devices, location lighting techniques, studio lighting techniques, camera movement, composition, metering, the use of lenses, electrical and safety considerations, grip techniques and equipment. Students are required to purchase videotape and other production supplies.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 3506 and either COMM 3520 , COMM 3521 or COMM 3710 .