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Elements of Film Production

This course, Elements of Film Production, is designed for students studying to acquire a B.Sc. in Film Production. It is divided into 3 Modules and 10 Study Units. It aims to give students a strong professional background on the principles, materials, techniques, and technologies for visual design in film productions. The course simplifies and explains the elements of design, colours and space, and makes it possible for students to understand the processes for simple set design, prop-making, special effects, costume, makeup and graphics in film production.

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150h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Film ProductionVisual DesignSet DesignSpecial EffectsCostume Design

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level

Perfect for newcomers to the field

35%

beginner

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Elements of Design

2

Colour Theory

3

Set Design

4

Prop-Making

5

Special Effects

6

Costume Design

7

Makeup for Performance

8

Animation

9

Graphic Design

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Production Designer

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Art Director

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Set Designer

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Costume Designer

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Makeup Artist

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Special Effects Artist

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Animator

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Graphic Designer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Film IndustryTelevision IndustryTheatreAdvertisingVideo Game Design

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

5h

Unit 1: Elements of Design

5 study hours

•Read the introduction to design.
•Understand the elements of design.
•Understand how the elements are used together to produce pleasing designs.

Week

2

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

7h

Unit 2: Understanding colours

7 study hours

•Understand the colour wheel.
•Learn about primary, secondary, and tertiary colors.
•Mix different colours.
•Understand colour symbolism.

Week

3

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

7h

Unit 2: Understanding colours

7 study hours

•Continue mixing colours.
•Experiment with colour application on different surfaces.
•Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment on colour application.

Week

4

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

7h

Unit 3: Understanding Set Design

7 study hours

•Understand the concept of a film production set.
•Learn about set construction materials like plywood flats.
•Study safety and security measures in set construction.

Week

5

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

7h

Unit 3: Understanding Set Design

7 study hours

•Continue studying set construction techniques.
•Plan a set.
•Draft a budget for set design.
•Apply colour to the constructed set.

Week

6

Module 2: Types and Uses of Special Effects.

7h

Unit 1: What Are Special Effects In Film Production?

7 study hours

•Understand what special effects are.
•Learn about the use of special effects in film production.
•Study mechanical and optical effects.
•Learn about green screen technology.

Week

7

Module 2: Types and Uses of Special Effects.

7h

Unit 2: Making And Using Your Own Blood Squib For Special Effects

7 study hours

•Learn how to make a simple blood squib.
•Understand how a basic blood squib works.
•Use a prop gun, blood squib, and costume to achieve a gunshot special effect.

Week

8

Module 2: Types and Uses of Special Effects.

7h

Unit 3: Introduction To Animation

7 study hours

•Understand what animation is.
•Know the types of animation.
•Understand how animation is done.

Week

9

Module 2: Types and Uses of Special Effects.

7h

Unit 4: Understanding Graphic Design

7 study hours

•What is Graphic Design?
•The Computer as Tool for Graphic Design
•The Graphic Design Layout
•Arranging Typography, Images and Space in Graphic Design

Week

10

Module 3: Introduction to Costume and Makeup.

7h

Unit 1: Understanding Costume In Productions

7 study hours

•Costumes in Filmmaking
•The Costume Designer
•The Role of a Costume Designer
•Skills Required of a Costume Designer
•Designing Costumes for Film Production

Week

11

Module 3: Introduction to Costume and Makeup.

7h

Unit 2: The Nature Of Makeup For Performance

7 study hours

•Makeup in Filmmaking
•Makeup in Character Establishment
•Special Effects Make-up (FX Makeup)
•Skills Required of a Makeup Designer

Week

12

Module 3: Introduction to Costume and Makeup.

7h

Unit 3: Understanding Props In Productions

7 study hours

•What is a Prop in Filmmaking?
•Common Types of Props
•The Importance of Props in Film Production
•How to Construct a Movie Prop

Week

13

Module 1: Introduction to Principles of Visual Design

7h

Final Revision

7 study hours

•Revise all TMAs
•Prepare for final examinations

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the elements of design (Unit 1) and create visual examples for each.

2

Practice colour mixing techniques from Unit 2 and understand the emotional impact of different colour palettes.

3

Study set design principles (Unit 3) and sketch potential set layouts for various film genres.

4

Understand the differences between mechanical and optical special effects (Module 3, Unit 1).

5

Master the steps for creating a blood squib (Module 3, Unit 2) and understand safety precautions.

6

Compare and contrast different animation techniques (Module 3, Unit 3) and their applications.

7

Review the principles of graphic design (Module 3, Unit 4) and analyze effective film posters.

8

Understand the role of costume in character development (Module 4, Unit 1) and analyze costume choices in famous films.

9

Study makeup techniques for different character types (Module 4, Unit 2) and practice basic makeup application.

10

Review the different types of props (Module 5, Unit 1) and their significance in storytelling.

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