Jul 02, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

MDIA 2700 - Video and Audio Field Production


Students apply the theory of video and audio production through practice in the field. Students utilize a variety of concepts related to camera operation and composition, sound recording, as well as lighting for video.

Requisites: MDIA 1450 or EM2160
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to describe the basic theories, principles, and purposes of video and audio production.
  • Students will be able to identify and execute the correct steps in the technical operation of video cameras, lighting equipment, and audio recording devices.
  • Students will be able to practice the principles of image composition, image exposure, focal distance, and camera movement in real world environments.
  • Students will be able to practice the principles of microphone selection and placement in real world environments.
  • Students will be able to practice the principles of audio recording techniques in real world environments.
  • Students will be able to appraise the skills learned in the course and produce an original video/audio project.


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