PHTC 1311 - Fundamentals of Photography

3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to camera operation and image production, composition, supplemental lighting, and use of exposure meters and filters. This course covers the operation of a digital camera and the proper use of photographic equipment. Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: ARTC 1302
Course Outcomes
1 - Explore the use of the camera for photographing in various lighting situations.
2 - Demonstrate proper use of supplemental lighting.
3 - Create photographic images.
4 - Manipulate camera controls for specific outcomes.
5 - Compose a communicative image.
6 - Present work for critical discussion.
7 - Identify digital cameras, parts, controls, and their appropriate usages.
8 - Identify lenses, their characteristics, and usages.
9 - Develop proper camera operations (motion, depth of field, macro, night photography)
10 - Establish an efficient workflow in downloading, organizing, archiving/backing up, and retrieving photos.
11 - Apply some basic photo editing techniques
12 - Identify correct camera exposure settings for most lighting and subject situations.
13 - Apply basic composition principles when preparing a shoot.
14 - Describe the differences between image formats created by digital cameras and their use as part of the digital workflow.
15 - Explain the purpose of software applications that are used in digital photography.
16 - Produce a portfolio.