ARTS 150 Beginning Digital Photography

This course provides a foundation in creative digital photography for entry-level students and for amateur photographers seeking to improve their knowledge and skills. The topics covered in this course include understanding the camera and its functions, basic visual literacy, a basic introduction to image manipulation using computer software, and the printing of digital photographs. This course is designed for non-photography majors and does not meet the 2D elective requirement in the Visual Art Associate of Arts Degree.

Credits

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

60-70

Semester Contact Hours Lab

60

ARTS 150Beginning Digital Photography

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

60-70

Semester Contact Hours Lab

60

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

This course provides a foundation in creative digital photography for entry-level students and for amateur photographers seeking to improve their knowledge and skills. The topics covered in this course include understanding the camera and its functions, basic visual literacy, a basic introduction to image manipulation using computer software, and the printing of digital photographs. This course is designed for non-photography majors and does not meet the 2D elective requirement in the Visual Art Associate of Arts Degree.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Adjust basic camera settings to acquire desired aesthetic photographic results
• Create basic photograph edits and workflow adjustment layers via Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge
• Articulate their understanding of visual literacy
• Demonstrate basic matting skills
• Demonstrate understanding of image composition
• Complete a meaningful image portfolio
• Develop durable skills including, creativity, detail-oriented, critical thinking, communication, metacognition, mindfulness, problem-solving, multitasking

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Three photographic projects Final Portfolio Critiques on individual presentations In-class discussions Midterm reviews