Photography
PHO101 Photography I (Basic) (3)
This is a basic course that includes familiarization with the digital single lens reflex camera and its technical controls. The course covers the understanding and use of camera functions: lens, exposure, f-stops, and shutter speeds. Digital printing methods and using Photoshop as an image editing tool will also be covered. Students will be introduced to silver based materials and darkroom printmaking. Emphasis will be placed on self-expression, composition skills, and the aesthetic importance of the image. Students must have access to a digital SLR camera with the ability for manual control and RAW image capture.
PHO103 Photography II (Advanced Black & White) (3)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
This is an advanced course in the refinement of the black and white photograph. The technical controls of photographic silver based materials, film and paper will be stressed as well as the continuation of exploring digital captures and the refinement of the pigment print. The introduction and exploration of the zone system will be employed. Emphasis will be placed on citicism, individual projects and ciritcal issues. Students must have access to both a 35 mm SLR camera and a high quality digital SLR camera with the ability for manual control and RAW image capture.
PHO107 History of Photography (3)
This course introduces the history of still photography as an art medium. The course will cover developments of the photographic image from 1839 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on individual artists, artistic movements, and photography as a communication tool.
PHO108 Applied Photography I (1)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
This course is designed for the student with an interest in commercial photography. The student will have supervised assignments in a field relating to their professional interests. Such areas may include, but are not limited to, portraiture, fashion, industrial or illustration photography. One hour per week, with additional hours arranged as necessary.
PHO109 Studio Photography I (1)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
This course is designed for the student with an interest in fine arts photography.This course will give the student the potential to explore the possibilities of self expression with the photographic image. Students may elect to explore non-silver (alternative) photographic processes as part of their possibilities. Such processes could include, but are not limited to, palladium printing, salted paper prints, carbon or kallitypes. One hour per week, with additional hours arranged as necessary.
PHO200 Photography III (Color) (3)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
This advanced course using digital technologies to examine, explore and apply color theory in photographic works. Students will gain in-depth knowedge in the use of Photoshop, color balancing and management systems in digital printing. The emphasis of the course is self-expression using color as a tool for mood and emotional value. Students must have access to a high quality digital SLR camera wit the ability for manual control and RAW image capture.
PHO205 Lighting Techniques (3)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
The course introduces the laws of light, including terminology and lighting for form, texture, and separation using both portraiture and still life. Assignments will include controls and exposure of natural, tungsten, and strobe lighting systems.
PHO206 Photography IV (Lg Format) (3)
Prerequisite: PHO200 - Photography III (Color), PHO103 - Photography II (Advanced Black & White)
The course covers basic theory and practical applications in the use of the view camera, exposure techniques and related processing systems. The course introduces sheet film development and view camera operations. The student will be given assignments in architecture, product and advertising and fine art photography. Studio lighting techniques with tungsten and strobe systems will be utilized.
PHO208 Applied Photography II (1)
Prerequisite: PHO108 - Applied Photography I
This advanced course is designed for student with professional goals in commercial photography. Student will continues to concentrate on a series of photographs that will relate to their professional interests in a specific field. One hour per week, with additional hours arranged as necessary.
PHO209 Studio Photograpy II (1)
Prerequisite: PHO109 - Studio Photography I
Continues to explore the photographic image as a tool for self expression. An advanced course designed for the individual with professional goals in photographic fine arts. The individual may elect to work with traditional or non-traditional processes. One hour per week, with additional hours arranged as necessary.
PHO210 Landscape Photography (3)
Prerequisite: PHO101 - Photography I (Basic)
This course is designed for the student to experience working in the natural environments of the landscape. The goal of the course is to expand the student's technical and aesthetic photographic skills through practical and unique field locations. Daily field sessions and lectures will be scheduled as well as individual assistance. The student will select a field project of their choice. Topics could include, but are not limited to, fine art landscape, wildlife, macro or portrait location photography.
PHO260 Portfolio Preparation (1)
Prerequisite: TST005 - Instructor Permission
Provides individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to design and prepare a portfolio. A finished portfolio can be helpful in seeking educational goals such as scholarships or entrance requirements, or utilized in seeking employment.
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