Film Production, Basic
Certificate of Achievement

The Basic Film Production Certificate of Achievement provides a platform from which to launch further study of film production as well as a basic entry level industry skills, processes and practices. It gives students crucial communication and storytelling tools they may apply in almost any area of study. Students emerge with short films for their personal or professional portfolio.

In this three-course certificate program, students receive direct, hands-on experience creating visual stories that are intelligent, emotional, compelling, succinct and informative. The program covers the primary aspects of film production including scripting, camera, sound, directing, editing and broadcasting. 

Semester 1

Course Code Title Units
ENG 001A English Composition* 4

Semester 2

Course Code Title Units
FILM 001 Introduction to Film 3
FILM 002A Film Production I: Basic Film Production 3
FILM 003 Screenwriting* 3

* English Composition is a prerequisite for FILM 003 Screenwriting.