GFA 2080 - Introduction to the Camera Department

(6) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: GFA 1000  
Students participate in goal-oriented class projects to develop practical skills in Camera, including a breakdown of the skill sets needed by each member of the Camera Department, how to execute numerous camera builds, the purpose of each piece of gear, how to troubleshoot problems that arise in the Camera Department, set safety, and how to analyze the various camera elements of a scene.

GFA 2080 is the lower-level option of GFA 3080. Whenever possible, students should take the 3000/4000-level GFA course option. The 3000-level counterpart has additional academic rigor, including creative projects and the study of history and theory of the craft. Students cannot take both the 2000- and 3000/4000-level option of equivalent courses. Either the 2000- or 3000-level course would satisfy the prerequisite for its related 4000-level course. If pursuing the Nexus, the 3000/4000-level upper-division course is required. Pursuing the 2000-level course will not result in a Nexus degree, but may be used towards GFA certification.