PHOT 104 - Photography I
PROGRAM: Visual Communications
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022
Covers basic photographic theory and technique. Includes image capture and processing utilizing Adobe Lightroom and/or Adobe Photoshop. Studies cameras, lenses, exposure, characteristics of photographic light, media, and output. Appropriate presentation and sequencing of imagery are stressed, along with historical examples that provide background for understanding the medium.
REQUIRED SOFTWARE:
This class makes use of industry-standard Adobe software. Students will NOT be able to complete the coursework without the use of Adobe software. Only students enrolled in Visual Communications courses that use Adobe software have been assigned an Adobe license. Not all students will have the ability to access Adobe software at home. All Visual Communications labs are outfitted with the latest Adobe software. Review the IvyService & Support Knowledge Base article: How to Access Adobe Software at Home to learn how to access this software.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Please note that not every computer can run Adobe software. Verify your system can operate Adobe applications through the Adobe System Requirements website. We highly recommend computers with an Intel core processor, 64-bit support, 8GB of memory (16GB preferred), and a 250GB hard drive. All Visual Communications labs are outfitted with the minimum system requirements.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Demonstrate an ability to operate a DSLR or mirrorless camera capable of manual controls.
- Meter light for a subject and determine the proper camera settings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of photographic composition and design.
- Learn and employ methods of image correction utilizing Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Lightroom.
- Produce photographs that demonstrate an ability to control focus and depth of field in a variety of situations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of capturing and freezing motion.
- Use of a tripod or other stabilizing device.
- Produce photographs that exhibit conceptual thinking ability.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Camera Basics
- Camera skills
- Exposure techniques: aperture and shutter speeds
- Focal length
- Metering
- Depth of field
- Focus methods
- On-Camera filters
- ISO
- Stabilization
Output/Finishing Techniques
- Post-production filters
- Special effects
- Enlarging, cropping, and resizing
- Image processing
Lighting
- Direction and quality of light
Presentation
- Create a digital and/or print portfolio
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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