CINEMA PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING
ONLINE CINEMA PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) is partnering with CineTRAIN to make our cutting-edge cinema presentation technology training more easily accessible via our NEW online certification courses.
We’re excited to announce that our cinema presentation technology training courses are now available online, expanding access beyond our previous in-person offerings at select venues and events.
This transition supports our mission to keep cinema the premier destination for enjoying filmed entertainment by fostering excellence and innovation in presentation technology.
We’re launching this initiative with our popular “Fundamentals of Presentation Technology” course, with more courses to be added in the future.
Join us in shaping the future of presentation!
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Our enhanced cinema presentation technology training
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COURSE 1: Fundamentals of Presentation Technology
This introductory course is tailored for non-technical personnel in cinema exhibition and anyone interested in understanding the technology behind motion picture presentation in theatres.
While not technical training, this course provides a broad overview valuable for various industry roles. The course is particularly beneficial for:
- Theatre Chain Executives
- Theatre Managers & Staff
- Procurement Personnel
- Marketing Staff
By offering a comprehensive yet accessible approach, this course enhances the understanding of presentation technology for those who don’t require in-depth technical knowledge but would benefit from a broader perspective in their business operations.
What does the course cover and who are the instructors?
The “Fundamentals of Presentation Technology” course consists of three modules, each presented in an accessible, simplified manner with a minimum of industry jargon.
- Audio and Acoustics – presented by Mark Mayfield, ICTA President and Director of Cinema Marketing at Meyer Sound
- Projector and Media Management – presented by Reiner Doetzkies, Director of Business & Technology Development at Sharp/NEC Display Solutions
- Networks, Theatre Management Systems, and Maintenance – presented by Chase Taylor, Owner of Sound Vision Technology
Each instructor is an industry expert, bringing professional experience from the presentation technology sector. For detailed module descriptions, please refer to the Course Lessons Descriptions section.
What is the course format?
Each module follows this structure:
- A ~30-minute video presented by a subject matter expert
- A quiz to assess your understanding
Key points:
- Videos can be paused if needed
- Each module must be completed in one sitting
- Module pages display approximate video length
IMPORTANT – Ensure you have sufficient time to view the entire video before starting. While brief pauses are allowed, closing your browser or logging out will require you to restart the video from the beginning.
How do I get certified?
To receive certification, you must:
- Complete all three modules in the presented order
- For each module:
- View the entire video
- Successfully pass the associated quiz
Certification is awarded upon successful completion of all requirements.
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COURSE MODULE DESCRIPTIONS: Fundamentals of Presentation Technology
Audio & Acoustics
- Sound
- Room Acoustics
- Cinema Sound Systems
Beginning with the fundamental question, “What is Sound?” It’s important to understand the basic characteristics of this very subjective sensory experience so that we can understand how different rooms and different types of sound technology affect the listening experience. Then we’ll explore Room Acoustics, which provides an overview of the many ways that our experience of sound is affected by the room or space in which it’s heard. Finally, we’ll look at the various technologies and components that are used to reproduce the motion picture soundtrack in a movie theatre.
Projection & Media Transport
- Projection / Imaging
- Playback Servers
- Standards
- Security / Digital Keys
- Acronyms
In this module, there will be an overview of the various technologies for delivering image content to the projector and the standards that we follow in order to maintain consistent quality. We discuss the various types of digital cinema projectors and their similarities and differences, and well as the light sources used in them. This is followed by a discussion on the methods for securing content delivery.
Networks, TMS, & Maintenance
- Networks in Cinema
- TMS (Theatre Management Software)
- Preventative Maintenance
Digital Cinema is enabled by many technologies borrowed from the world of information technology (IT). This section reviews the different types of networks used in cinema applications, and how they interact and enable today’s cinema entertainment complex. Then we’ll look at the types of theatre management system (TMS) software that provides the brains and control center for the cinema complex. Tying all three course sections together is a short discussion of some of the most common – and critical – maintenance issues that must be addressed to assure the best possible cinema presentation experience.
About Us
The ICTA is a trade organization that represents companies involved in presentation technology, including leading cinema equipment manufacturers, dealers and service companies from around the world. Our members are responsible for producing all the equipment that is used in presenting features on the Silver Screen in movie theatres in all corners of the world. They manufacture digital cinema systems, lenses, sound equipment, seating, 3D technology and more.
As the cinema industry’s premier cinema employee training & onboarding provider, CineTRAIN’s training systems specifically designed for the movie theatre industry provides a proven system for decreasing the time and cost of employee training, boosting employee retention and engagement, improving the guest experience, and increasing revenue at the point of sale.