Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: FLMC-2330- Section: 01 Audio Post Production

Instructor Information
Instructor	Matthew Roe
E-mail	roemr@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6338
Office	Location: Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 155 Hours: M-W 9:30am - 12pm
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	Skill development utilizing the technology, creative application and requirements for producing audio soundtracks for film and video
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	1. Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. (PSLO Alpha) 2. Utilize production and editing techniques for audiovisual media (PSLO 2) 3. Utilize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field while completing assigned projects. (PSLO 3) 4. Demonstrate production and editing concepts to complete multimedia projects (PSLO 2,3,4)
Core Objectives	Communication skills:    Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills:    Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills:    Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. Teamwork:    Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. Social Responsibility:    Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. Personal Responsibility:    Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1. Demonstrate basic proficiency in creating original music and audio that supports the visual narrative. PSLO 2. Demonstrate basic proficiency in short-form video production & editing, media delivery formats, and audiovisual workflow. PSLO 3. Recognize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field, including the various roles in film, audio engineering, and media. PSLO 4. Produce a final portfolio and resume suitable for entry-level employment in the audiovisual field.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Required Textbooks     Audio Post Production: For Film and Television By: Mark Cross ISBN-10: 087639134X ISBN-13: 978-0876391341 Flashdrive 32gb or more Minimum of 7200 RPM Hard Drive or SSD Headphones
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1: Class Discussion: Pre-test, Course Overview, The Supervising Sound editor and related roles. Strategies for Effective Collaboration. Class Activity: Screening of Exemplary sound tracks. Week 2: Class Discussion: Post Production Workflow, Editorial, Scoring, and Mix. Sign up for studio/editing times/camera equipment checkout (bring your schedules and allow 40 minutes). Class Activity: Screening of exemplary sound tracks. Week 3: Discussion Topic: Understanding the Film (Script-analysis, spotting Sessions, Temp Tracks) Stylistic approaches to film sound. Class Activity: Screening of exemplary sound tracks. Week 4: Discussion Topic: Technical considerations and terminology associated with film and video formats (telecine, digital intermediate, pull-down/pull-up, time code, clock, sync drift) Class Activity: Screening of unfinished student projects and exemplary soundtracks. Week 5: Discussion Topic: Running an effective Spotting Session, Using Cue Sheets, developing a postproduction schedule. Identifying and optimizing technical, financial, and human resources. Crewing up for your final project. Assignment: Develop a crew and post production schedule for final project Week 6: Discussion Topic: Creating and importing OMF/AAF files. The importance and use of Countdown leaders, sync pops, reference tones, and time code burn ins. Dealing with sync issues and re-conforming to additional picture edits. Class Activity: Screening of unfinished student projects and exemplary sound tracks. Week 7: Discussion Topic: Advanced Editing Techniques for Dialog, SFX, and Score. Class Activity: Demonstration of Advanced editing techniques Week 8: Discussion Topic: Setting up Pro Tools Sessions for Post Production (track layout and signal flow) Effective Back-up Procedures Class Activity: Screening of unfinished student projects and exemplary sound tracks. Week 9: Discussion Topic: Self Promotion, Where to look for work, Productionhub.com, Effective Demo Reels and Resumes. Comprehensive Midterm. Screening of unfinished student projects and exemplary sound tracks. Week 10: Class Activity: Comprehensive Mid-Term Exam, feedback on exams Assignment: List of Post Production Crew Due Week 11: Class Activity: Screening of selected sections of student films for in class suggestions. Assignment: Spotting Session with Director, spotting notes Week 12: Class Activity: Screening of selected sections of student films for in-class suggestions. Week 13: Class Presentations: Critique Spotting notes and discuss individual spotting sessions. Assignment: Dialog Pre-dub (director present) Week 14: Class Discussion: Preparing the Stems for the Mixer, M & E. Release format considerations. Week 15: Class Presentations: Critique of Stereo Mix: Final Exam
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 4 Test 1 Week 9 Test 2 Week 14 Test 3 Quizzes To Be Announced 5 Projects To Be Announced Week 15 Final Project Due
Final Exam Date	December 2, 2021 - 9:30 AM   Through  December 9, 2021 - 11:30 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests - 60%, Quizzes - 15%, Projects - 10%, Final Exam - 15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor. Use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time. Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions. Turn your cellphones to vibrate when you enter the classroom.
Attendance Policy	You get one "free" absence before your late/absences start to count against your grade in the attendance category. After that, each absence deducts 7.5% of your attendance grade for a Tuesday and Thursday class. If you are late for class or leave class early 3 times you will receive an additional absence for every time this occurs.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts Chair: Richard Vandewalker E-mail: vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6520 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.