2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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VISC 102 - Fundamentals of Imaging
PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing
COREQUISITES: ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing
PROGRAM: Visual Communications
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 2
LAB HOURS: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020
Introduces students to a full range of image input technology and manipulation including conventional photography, digital imaging, and computer scanners. Students will learn to communicate concepts and ideas through various imaging devices. Explores composition and fosters creativity.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Operate image input devices.
- Explain the physical properties of light and the basic laws of photographic optics (how light behaves).
- Explain the differences between various graphic file formats, image resolution, and proper light levels.
- Create images that use the principles/fundamentals of design.
- Demonstrate the ability to solve communication design problems using imaging.
- Develop hand/computer-imaging skills.
- Apply the rules of effective typography using hand and/or computer skills.
- Demonstrate a variety of imaging methods in application to class projects.
- Be able to assess your work and others constructively and effectively.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
Visualizing solutions and techniques
Principles of design
Elements of design
Previsualization
Rules of composition
Creative problem solving
Vocabulary of photographic principles
35mm, video and digital cameras
Flatbed/slide scanners
Computerized image manipulation techniques
Traditional manipulation techniques
Visual unity and image composites-positive and negative space
Creativity and creative process
Darkroom techniques, contact prints/photograms (optional based on facility availability)
Light and color
Scanning
Copy photography techniques
Mounting techniques
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