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Photography

Major: 5784

Award: 
CCL

Total credits required: 
32

Program Availability: 
Shared by: GC, PC

Award Type: CCL

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Photography program includes the study of both the digital and film aspects of photography. The program is structured to help students develop an understanding of exposure principles, camera operations and functions, digital photographic materials, film-based strategies, studio lighting, and the basics of running a freelance photography business. This certificate is designed to provide knowledge and experience important to those hoping to work as freelance photographers, wedding photographers, commercial photographers, photography editors, photography assistants, or photo lab technicians.

Program notes: 

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses within the program.

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Requirements
Credits:26
ART100Introduction to Computer Graphic Art 1
ART112Two-Dimensional Design 3
ART131Photography I 3
ART132Photography II 3
ART138Commercial Photography I 3
 
ART140Portrait Photography (3) OR
ART237Fashion Photography (3) 3
 
ART142Introduction to Digital Photography 3
ART143Intermediate Digital Photography 3
SBS200Small Business Operations 2
SBS204Small Business Marketing and Advertising 2
Restricted Electives
Credits:6
In consultation with Departmental Advisor, choose two (2) courses from the following list to best fulfill goals:
 
ARH115History of Photography 3
ART116Life Drawing I 3
ART137Alternative Photographic Processes 3
ART181Graphic Design I 3
ART255Art Marketing 3
TCM/VPT108Video Production 3
  1. Use various software applications to create finished artwork, which illustrates understanding of design and color use in an Adobe environment. (ART100)
  2. Demonstrate a basic skill set in image manipulation, graphics, and computer operations to produce digital art. (ART100)
  3. Describe the foundations, structure and function of design. (ART112)
  4. Apply design principles, aesthetic elements, and presentation methods to produce original artwork. (ART112)
  5. Demonstrate proficiency with basic camera parts, exposure calculations, editing strategies, and presentation methods of photographic images. (ART131)
  6. Apply printing methods, conceptual practices, and aesthetic principles in creating photographic works. (ART131)
  7. Apply intermediate exposure, development, and printing techniques using the medium of film (ART132)
  8. Prepare finished prints demonstrating control over lighting, aesthetics, intent, and stylistic influences in fine art photography. (ART132)
  9. Explain workflow strategies from point of capture through image output. (ART142)
  10. Apply lighting techniques, color controls, and appropriate camera settings, to create aesthetically challenging photographs. (ART142)
  11. Demonstrate intermediate exposure techniques, lighting styles, and presentation methods to create original photographs. (ART143)
  12. Apply intermediate editing strategies and workflow controls to produce digital photography imagery. (ART143)
  13. Employ natural and studio lighting principles in creating portrait photographs. (ART140, ART237)
  14. Illustrate effective posing and design techniques to create mood and emotion in portrait photographs (ART140, ART237)
  15. Identify and describe the practices which relate to portrait photography as a business and profession. (ART140, ART237)
  16. Explain exposure methods for studio, low light, and natural lighting conditions. (ART138)
  17. Produce photographs that demonstrate control over lighting, design, exposure, and content relating to current advertising photographic practices. (ART138)
  18. Describe current small business practice, legal issues, and marketing for the commercial photographer. (ART138)
  19. Identify and predict operational problems common to small business. (SBS200)
  20. Create solutions and problem solving processes for small business operations. (SBS200).
  21. Analyze target markets, the competitive environment, and components of consumer buying behaviors. (SBS204)
  22. Describe the use of advertising, cost analysis, public relations methods, and evaluation processes for media use. (SBS204)
  23. Write a marketing plan for a small business. (SBS204)
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