Part of the Media, Design & Communication Arts Cluster
Film / Video Production, Broadcast Journalism & Communication, Audio Production
Students of the Media Communication Arts program at the CTC have opportunity to explore media production in a purpose-built studio and editing lab that supports multi-track, multi-camera collaborative production, as well as field production opportunities, including live events. Students plan, capture and produce film, video, animation and photojournalism assets using advanced equipment, techniques, and software that approach the current standard for post-secondary and commercial facilities. While doing this they can have the opportunity to consult and receive feedback from industry professionals and become aware of related career and post-secondary education opportunities in their media of choice.
Areas of specialization are offered including Broadcast Journalism and Communication, and Film/Video Production. Audio Production can also be pursued within either of these programs, or as a specialized evening option, subject to interest and availability. Collaboration on real-world projects is a priority whenever possible, and student work has appeared on networks such as SHAW Cable and Telus Optic.
Classes and detailed information:
- Introductory (5 credits available) single block only
- Intermediate (15 credits available) single block only
- Advanced (15 credits available) single block only
- Credential (Adobe Certified Associate)
Facilities
Students are expected to treat facilities and equipment with care and respect.
Supplies
Students will need to purchase some of their supplies necessary for course instruction, including memory cards. Please see our Fees page.
Courses
Introductory
COM1005: VISUAL COMPOSITION
Students learn to employ fundamental elements and principles of design for various media and gain a strong foundational multidisciplinary experience in preparation for other Communication Technology courses.
Prerequisite: None
COM1035: GRAPHICS TOOLS
Students are introduced to the basics of computer graphics (vector and raster), and graphic
computer programs. Prerequisite: COM1005: Visual Composition
COM1105: AUDIO/VIDEO
Students acquire basic production skills, including planning, recording and editing, through the production
of simple audio and/or video project using basic equipment and techniques. Prerequisite: COM1005:
Visual Composition
COM1145: ANIMATION 1
Students are introduced to a variety of animation techniques and produce a simple animation; the focus is on basic skills, including planning, keyframing, stage set-up, and production, used to create a moving picture. Prerequisite: COM1005: Visual Composition
COM1165: PRINTING 1
Students are introduced to basic layout and design techniques as well as to various print reproduction processes using a positive or negative master such as digital, offset, screen, vinyl plotting, wide format and laser cutting. Prerequisite: COM1005: Visual Composition
Students explore the elements of e-learning within a learning management system. They explore the
appropriate use of tools and skills required to successfully implement an e-learning plan and evaluate their
readiness to form educational relationships that will cross time and distance. Prerequisite: None
COM1910: COM PROJECT A
Students develop project design and management skills to extend and enhance competencies and skills
in other CTS courses through contexts that are personally relevant. Prerequisite: None
Intermediate
COM2015: MEDIA IMPACT
Students explore different media forms and examine their impact on personal, community and national
interests. Using various media, students will plan, create and present a simple message. Prerequisite:
COM1005: Visual Composition
COM2025: ELECTRONIC LAYOUT & PUBLISHING 1
Students develop skills and practical working knowledge of electronic publishing computer hardware and
software and create well-designed documents and publications using desktop publishing technology.
Prerequisite: COM1005: Visual Composition
COM2035: RASTER GRAPHICS 1
A raster format is commonly used in full colour images/graphics and photographs by using a data structure representing a generally rectangular grid of pixels or points of colour. In this course, students are introduced to the fundamental skills of raster graphics and their application. Prerequisite: COM1035: Graphics Tools
COM2045: VECTOR GRAPHICS 1
Vector graphics are commonly used in graphic design, page layout, typography, logos, sharp-edged artistic
illustrations, technical illustrations, diagramming and flowcharting. In this course, students use vector editing software to create basic vector graphics. Prerequisite: COM1035: Graphics Tools
COM2105: AV PREPRODUCTION 1
Students examine the value and need for audio and video preproduction, and explore strategies used to plan an audio and/or a video project using a variety of techniques. Students understand that preproduction is stage one in the audio and video process. Prerequisite: COM1105: Audio/Video
COM2115: AV PRODUCTION 1
Students expand on basic audio and/or video production techniques with an emphasis on following a
production plan, capturing content to edit and ensuring that continuity is maintained. Students understand
that production is stage two in the audio/video process. Prerequisite: COM1105: Audio/Video
COM2125: AV POSTPRODUCTION 1
Students expand on basic audio and/or video production techniques with an emphasis on following a plan,
capturing content to edit and ensuring that continuity is maintained. Students understand that
postproduction is stage three in the audio and video process. Prerequisite: COM1105: Audio/Video
COM2145: ANIMATION 2
Students explore the evolution of various animation styles and techniques (traditional and digital).
Students apply planning, idea development and storytelling techniques to create an effective animation.
Prerequisite: COM1145: Animation 1
COM2155: DESIGN – BRAND IDENTITY
Students are introduced to the value and importance of branding and the process of creating and
establishing strong brands. Students work through the process of creating branding from planning, to the
creation of a new, unique brand, through to creating touch points. Prerequisite: COM1035: Graphics Tools
COM2285: COM TECH CLIENT SERVICES 1
Students are introduced to the principles and practices of client services. Prerequisite: COM1005: Visual Composition
COM2910: COM PROJECT B
Students develop project design and management skills to extend and enhance competencies and skills
in other CTS courses through contexts that are personally relevant. Prerequisite: None
COM2920: COM PROJECT C
Students develop project design and management skills to extend and enhance competencies and skills
in other CTS courses through contexts that are personally relevant. Prerequisite: None
COM2950: COM INTERMEDIATE PRACTICUM
Students apply prior learning and demonstrate the attitudes, skills and knowledge required by an external
organization to achieve a credential/credentials or an articulation. Prerequisite: None
Advanced
COM3005: CREATIVE WRITING
Students focus on honing the techniques and skills involved in story development, character
pre-visualization and conceptualization for various genres of media production. Prerequisite: COM2105: AV Preproduction 1
COM3025: ELECTRONIC LAYOUT & PUBLISHING 2
Students build on the knowledge and practice gained in Electronic Layout & Publishing 1 and continue to
work with desktop publishing software and hardware. Students expand their publication design, layout, and
print production skills by planning and creating customized, professional, multi-page documents for a client. Prerequisite: COM2025: Electronic Layout & Publishing 1
COM3035: RASTER GRAPHICS 2
Students build on the knowledge and skills acquired in Raster Graphics 1 by using raster editing software to create advanced raster graphics. Prerequisite: COM2035: Raster Graphics 1
COM3045: VECTOR GRAPHICS 2
Students build on knowledge and skills acquired in Vector Graphics 1 by use vector editing software to
create advanced vector graphics. Prerequisite: COM2045: Vector Graphics 1
COM3105: AV PREPRODUCTION 2
Students refine planning skills used in an audio and video project. Prerequisite: COM2105: AV Preproduction 1
COM3115: AV PRODUCTION 2
Students expand on intermediate audio and video production techniques. Prerequisite: COM2115: AV Production 1
COM3125: AV POSTPRODUCTION 2
Students expand on digital editing software skills to edit and process audio and video, and continue working with motion graphics and audio/video effects to enhance a product. Prerequisite: COM2125: AV
Postproduction 1
COM3135: AUDIO TECHNIQUES
Students expand on audio production techniques to plan, develop and produce specific audio projects. Prerequisite: COM2115: AV Production 1
COM3145: ANIMATION 3
Students apply production planning techniques to produce a sophisticated animation for a client that tells a story, communicates an idea or message, and creates a mood or establishes a theme. Prerequisite: COM2145: Animation 2
COM3155: DESIGN – ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS
Students develop advertising skills through projects and activities in conceptualization, campaign development, and copy writing. The delivery and presentation of an ad campaign is also a major focus. Students enhance their abilities to integrate various media for the purpose of producing a multimedia message for a target audience. Prerequisite: COM2155: Design – Brand Identity
COM3165: AV BROADCASTING
Students work through the sequential steps of audio/video production, including shooting, writing, editing
and performance. Group work, peer-collaboration and deadlines make this a real-life experience culminating
in a broadcast that is produced by students. Prerequisite: COM1105: Audio/Video
COM3285: COM TECH CLIENT SERVICES 2
Students apply the principles and practices of client services. Prerequisite: COM2285: Com Tech Client
Services 1
COM3910: COM PROJECT D
Students develop project design and management skills to extend and enhance competencies and skills
in other CTS courses through contexts that are personally relevant. Prerequisite: None
COM3920: COM PROJECT E
Students develop project design and management skills to extend and enhance competencies and skills
in other CTS courses through contexts that are personally relevant. Prerequisite: None
COM3950: COM ADVANCED PRACTICUM
Students apply prior learning and demonstrate the attitudes, skills and knowledge required by an external
organization to achieve a credential/credentials or an articulation. Prerequisite: None