Program
Year
Year 2
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Technical operations of live television production, including switchers, vision mixing, and signal flow.
About this course
DMDN 2800 Broadcast Engineering covers the technical operations required for live television production. You will learn how to manage signal flow, operate vision mixers, and handle the technical demands of live switching. The course focuses on the equipment and workflows used in professional broadcast environments.
You will work with video switchers and vision mixing systems to manage multi-camera feeds. The course also covers troubleshooting signal issues and configuring routing systems to ensure a stable live feed.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Explain signal flow and format standards in live television environments.
- Operate vision mixers and switchers for multi-camera productions.
- Troubleshoot video and audio signal issues in real time.
- Configure routing and monitoring systems for live feeds.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Practical lab assessments | 50 |
| Live production project | 30 |
| Technical troubleshooting exam | 20 |