Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Film Production Fundamentals
Career Cluster:	Arts A/V Technology and Communication

CCC	
CIP Number	0650060203	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as an assistant camera operator, set decorator, prop master, assistant editor, boom operator, audio utility, electrician and grip, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.  The content should include, but not be limited to, instruction that prepares students to function as part of a team on film/video productions.

This certificate program is part of the Film Production Technology AS degree program (1650060213).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate storytelling ability through filmmaking.
02.0	Demonstrate the application of film aesthetics in film productions. 
03.0	Function as part of a team on film productions. 
04.0	Analyze and execute the operation of the standard equipment, including camera, sound, lighting, and grip in a production.
05.0	Analyze and execute tasks in post-production. 
06.0	Demonstrate employability skills. 

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Film Production Fundamentals
CIP Number:		0650060203
Program Length:	24 credits hours	

This certificate program is part of the Film Production Technology AS degree program (1650060213).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate storytelling ability through filmmaking. The student will be able to: 	
01.01	Apply film language in the development of supporting documents. 	
01.02	Develop supporting documents from a script.	
01.03	Create films demonstrating film language and storytelling skills.	
02.0	Demonstrate the application of film aesthetics in film productions. The student will be able to:	
02.01	Demonstrate an understanding of film history and aesthetics in the development and execution of a film production.	
02.02	Demonstrate an understanding of visual communication in the execution of a film production.	
02.03	Create shot lists, storyboards, and other pre-production documents that demonstrate the creative use of film aesthetics and visual communication.	
02.04	Demonstrate knowledge of camera blocking and screen direction.	
02.05	Demonstrate knowledge of production design and the hierarchy of the art department. 	
03.0	Function as part of a team on film productions. The student will be able to:	
03.01	Differentiate the working relationships that exist between the various participants involved in the film making process.	
03.02	Perform as a member of a technical team within the framework of an organized film production.	
03.03	Adapt learned skills and generate original approaches to work as a team to solve unique production problems.	
03.04	Demonstrate collaboration and leadership as a member of a film production team.	
04.0	Analyze and execute the operation of the standard equipment, including camera, sound, lighting, and grip in a production. The student will be able to: 	
Camera	
04.01	Organize the proper care, set up, and handling of camera and camera support equipment.	
04.02	Demonstrate knowledge of the technical operation and set up of a camera for cinematography.	
04.03	Analyze the aesthetic needs of a shot and accomplish them by using standard industry camera equipment.	
04.04	Analyze the script for camera lens and shot requirements.	
04.05	Demonstrate understanding of different responsibilities within the camera department.	
04.06	Analyze production requirements to determine camera equipment needs.	
Sound	
04.07	Organize the proper care, set up, technical operation and handling of sound recording equipment.	
04.08	Analyze the aesthetic needs of a film and accomplish them by using standard industry sound recording equipment.	
04.09	Demonstrate understanding of different responsibilities within the sound recording department.	
Lighting	
04.10	Organize the proper care, set up, technical operation and handling of film lighting equipment.	
04.11	Analyze the aesthetic needs of a film and accomplish them by using standard industry lighting equipment.	
04.12	Demonstrate understanding of different responsibilities within the lighting department.	
Grip	
04.13	Organize the proper care, set up, technical operation and handling of grip equipment.	
04.14	Demonstrate understanding of different responsibilities within the grip department.	
05.0	Analyze and execute the tasks of the production department on films. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Manage resources and personnel to meet production deadlines.	
05.02	Interpret a film script to develop supporting pre-production and production documents for their production requirements.	
05.03	Adapt learned skills and generate original approaches to solve unique production problems.	
06.0	Analyze and execute tasks in post-production. The student will be able to:	
06.01	Demonstrate storytelling skills in the post-production of short films.	
06.02	Execute the editing of short films.	
07.0	Demonstrate employability skills. The student will be able to:	
07.01	Formulate strategy for post-graduation.  	
07.02	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
07.03	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other persons.	
07.04	Identify acceptable work habits.	
07.05	Demonstrate knowledge of how to navigate the job market for growth in the industry.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the co-curricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.