AE31 Film Production - Electrical/Lighting Technician II, Technical Certificate of Credit

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring
Minimum Length of Program: 3 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 27

Program Description

This program is designed to prepare entry level workers for a job as a production assistant assigned to the electrical/lighting department in the film and TV/video production industry, with an emphasis in the day-to-day working environment of the film production and corporate production operation. With skills in Electrical/lighting department protocol, proficiency in industry software, operations and logistical support, knowledge of workplace and production hierarchy and the overall production business, these student will possess the skill-set to enter the highly competitive film and TV production marketplace with an advantage over their untrained counterparts.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
  • Meet assessment requirements

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Program Courses

First Term

FILM 2010Advanced Skills for Film & TV Production I

3

FILM 2020Advanced Skills for Film & TV Production II

3

ELTR 1020Alternating Current Fundamentals

3

IDFC 1007Industrial Safety Procedures

2

IDFC 1011Direct Current I

3

Second Term

FILM 2310

FILM 2320

DIET 1000Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, & Safety

3

Third Term

Choose one of the following:

FILM 2550GFA Film Practicum/Internship

6

OR

FILM 2900