FDMA 2823 - Filmmaking in Science

(4 CR, 3T + 1S)

Students will examine, study and practice filmmaking as an essential skill in a scientist’s toolkit. They will: explore how the art and history of filmmaking is similar to practices within the history of science and technology; examine the relationships between data collection, documentation, interpretation and presentation. They will explore the technical nature of film and video and become aware of how dependent film and video are upon developments in science and technology. They will study ways to popularize science to lay persons and how to use film and video as a career building, promotional and fundraising art.