This technical training program prepares students for an entry-level job for one of the following positions within this emphasis: video systems engineer, technical manager for both remote outside broadcast (OB) and in-studio production, technical operations supervisor or technician, video assist operator, digital cinema camera technician and assistant editor. The scope of instruction covers: broadcast and digital cinema camera systems, system design and integration for single and/or multi-camera production, appliance trouble-shooting and signal quality assurance and video standards.
Students successfully completing this program will be able to: 1.) Analyze and trace complex video system block diagrams and reference wire schedules during integration and/or system trouble shooting. 2.)Perform proper termination of video equipment to facilitate a working system.3.) Understand component functionality and overall system workflows. 4.)Determine and recommend video and audio compression formats for acquisition, post-production and content distribution. 5.) Perform end-to-end proof of performance testing of system build before going live.
There are two cohorts within this projection, majors currently enrolled within the program and new students entering theProgram: Within the first year (2023-2024) a total of eight (8) completers are projected to apply and have the certificate conferred. With the number of majors either in the Electronics andFilm and Television program, the goal is to increase that number by twenty percent (20%) YoY. This program incorporates a structured guided pathway where the department and counseling are working in concert to provide the necessary information and mentoring to the student when they are declaring the major.
The goal of the Certificate of Achievement inVideo Engineering is a CTE program intended to prepare students to secure an entry-level position as a video engineer or technician, working in the areas of remote outside broadcast (OB) and/or in-studio television, film or related media production companies.
This entry-level position could result in a career path to the positions of broadcast maintenance engineer, technical operations technician or supervisor, master control supervisor, video assist operator, digital cinema camera technician, assistant editor or engineer in charge (EIC) in the broadcast, film and content creation industry. The objective is to prepare students for paid internships or entry level positions, with the skill sets and knowledge obtained through the program to accelerate their careers affording them promotion to full time positions in the shortest period of time. According to the CTE Labor Market Indicators (LMI) for 2020-21, 27-4012 BroadcastTechnicians are an in-demand position with over three hundred openings within the LA County (SOC 27-4011 and SOC 27-4012). In addition, the Bureau of LaborStatistics indicates that Broadcast Sound, and Video Technicians will have a job growth of 21% from 2020 through 2030.
The course of study includes training in video standards and specifications, video systems design, integration, maintenance as required for the position. Potential employers include not only local over-the-air television broadcast stations, but cable networks (domestically), video systems integration companies, film and television equipment rental companies, signal delivery companies, telecommunications companies, theatrical film and streaming production studios, corporate video production companies.
This is a cross-discipline program between the Electronics and Film and Television. Because of the integration of computer networking for command and control of processes and entire systems, plus the technologies of video over IP, the requirement for studies in computer networking is mandatory. It is also a requirement that students have a working knowledge of basic electronic circuitry and electronic components.
Besides the hard skills that are taught, a component of the training will focus on the soft skills that are necessary for career growth within the industry. Entertainment and Broadcast industry companies are for the most part service oriented companies, with a large client/customer base. It is necessary for the student to understand the business protocols and develop the necessary people skills in working in a collaborative work environment that is deadline driven. This program is intended to provide technical training that is in support of artistic and business endeavors. No upper-division course is required or needed. Transfer to a university is not a requirement for employment.
The curriculum outline is as follows:
Year 1 Fall: R-TV19A Beginning Video Production (3), ELEC 50 A Electronic Circuits-Direct Current (DC) or ELEC 50 B Electronic Circuits-Alternating Current (AC). Foundation courses in both production and electronics.
Year 1 Spring: R-TV 41A Beginning Video Engineering (3) and CNET 56 Computer Networks. Foundation courses in both video engineering systems and video standards and computer networking topologies.
Year 2 Fall: R-TV 41B Advanced Video Engineering. Course focuses on design, integration and system maintenance.
Year 2 Spring: R-TV 21 Remote Multi-camera Production. Field experience in working in engineering support role.
Mt. San Antonio College GE requirements 24 Degree required units:60-62. It is recommended that students pursuing an associate’s degree a complete the CSU-GE-Breadth or IGETC pattern for their general education. This will maximize their ability to transfer coursework to a four-year institution if they desire.
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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R-TV 19A | Beginning Video Production | 3 | Yr1 Fall |
ELEC 50A | Electronic Circuits -Direct Current | 4 | Yr1 Fall |
or ELEC 50B | Electronic Circuits -Direct Current | 4 | Yr1 Fall |
R-TV 41A | Beginning Video Engineering | 3 | Yr1 Spring |
CNET 56 | Computer Networks | 4 | Yr1 Spring |
R-TV 41B | Advanced Video Engineering | 3 | Yr2 Fall |
R-TV 21 | Remote Multi-camera production | 3 | Yr2 Spring |
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