3D Animation linked modules

Screenplay structure (SW 201) This module instructs the student how to break a story into three interdependent acts that comprise the beginning, middle and end of all tales. This three act structure forms the basis of most screenwriting techniques.

Writing for ads & corporates (SW 202) This module instructs the student in the techniques necessary for writing exciting and viable television commercials and corporate videos.

Writing for Games (SW 203) With games media becoming ubiquitous, this elective imparts the knowledge necessary for an early foray into game narrative.

Writing for short animation (SW 204) The animated film has been bolstered by the spread of 3D animation techniques in the past few decades. Students will learn how to create viable story and idea-driven screenplays suited for this exciting and pervasive medium.

Sound Design linked modules

SOUND DESIGN - LEVEL 2 MODULES

Name (code) Prerequisites

Term 1 Audio Post Production in Pro Tools (SD 201)

Term 2 Location sound recording (SD 202)

Term 3 Dialogue Editing & Voice Recording (SD 203) SD 100 or SD 201

Term 4 Interactive Audio (SD 204)

SD 100 or SD201

Audio Post Production in Pro Tools (SD 201) *Students enrolled for this module are required to purchase a minimum 2-month subscription to Pro Tools This course gives students a broad overview of the audio post production process with specific focus on the sound design and mixing of audiovisual products where the picture edit is finished. The course is done exclusively in Pro Tools and also includes a basic introduction to the software. You will cover the basic hardware, software and process requirements needed to complete a final mix for sound for picture. This module has a primary focus on sound for film and television products, although it is also applicable to other audiovisual media.

Location sound recording (SD 202) Students learn the different concepts and techniques for recording audio on location. This module concentrates on gaining practical experience using production audio equipment (field recorders, boom microphones and lapel microphones), especially for production sound for film and TV. It also includes noise reduction, covering advanced techniques in improving and repairing sub-optimal or damaged audio.