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Section VII: Courses of Instruction

Photography/Computer Imagery

(Also see Art and Graphic Design)

PHOT 281. Black And White Photography I (3)
Fundamentals of black and white photography and darkroom techniques. Topics include basic film processing and printing; basic lighting and exposure selection; composition and visual thinking; and use of auxiliary lenses. Corequisite: ART 140.

PHOT 282. Black And White Photography II (3)
A continuation of Black and White I. Topics include processing and printing of 120 and 4 x 5 size film; zone system of exposure and development; filters; and advanced printing techniques. Prerequisite: PHOT 281.

PHOT 380. History of Photography (3)
An introductory course which explores, through student emulation and experimentation, the compositional sensibilities and aesthetic strategies of both historic and contemporary photographers.

PHOT 381. Studio Photography I (3)
This course serves as an introduction to the methodology and technology of studio photography. Emphasis is placed upon product and portrait photography, tabletop design, and lighting techniques. Prerequisite: PHOT 281 and PHOT 383, ART 208.

PHOT 383. Color Photography I (3)
A basic course in natural color photography. Includes fundamental principles, techniques, and applications of reversal and negative-subtractive color materials and equipment used in the production of color prints and transparencies. Discussion of the special demands of color technique, color relationships, light qualities, and the kinds of characteristics of film. Prerequisites: PHOT 281 and PHOT 282, ART 208.

PHOT 384. Photojournalism (3-6)
The tools and techniques of the news media and of business, public relations, journalism, sports, and publicity photography are covered. Emphasis on small-format cameras, electronic flash, and available-light photography. Examination of single picture, short picture stories, feature-story photography, layout, and captions. Prerequisites: PHOT 282 and PHOT 383, ART 208.

PHOT 385. Computer Digital Imagery I (3)
This course serves as an introduction to the technology and use of the computer for photographic purposes. Emphasis is placed upon working knowledge and creative use of the computer in order to develop and execute aesthetic solutions to photographic digital problems. Prerequisites: PHOT 282 and PHOT 383.

PHOT 386. Computer Digital Imagery II (3)
A continuation of the technology and use of the computer for photographic purposes developed in Computer Digital Imagery I. Prerequisites: PHOT 282 and PHOT 385.

PHOT 387. Multi-Media (3)
A continuation of Computer Digital Imagery in which the student will explore computer technology. Emphasis is placed upon working knowledge and creative use of the computer in order to develop and execute aesthetic solutions to photographic, video, and sound problems. Prerequisite: PHOT 386.

PHOT 392. Cooperative Education in Photography (1-6)
Intended to provide a bridge between the classroom and the professional world, cooperative education provides supervised work experience directly related to a student's major subject area and career goals. Placement will be in a public or private photography/computer imagery position. May be repeated for credit, but not in the same term. Usually offered every term. Prerequisite: Junior level standing with minimum overall GPA of 2.3, 2.7 in the concentration area, approval of academic department, and placement by the Career Development Center. It is recommended that the student complete an internship or practicum prior to entering a cooperative education placement.

PHOT 400. Special Topics in Photography/Computer Imagery (3-9)
This course will vary in content with each offering as areas of particular interest or timeliness not covered by the regular curriculum are explored. Offerings may focus on a specific photographic or computer imagery process or style or on a specific area of content. Each course offering under this title bears a subtitle which indicates the specific subject covered.

PHOT 480. Research in Photography (3-12)
An upper-division course designed as a culminating experience within the concentration area of photography with emphasis on contemporary issues. The development of a portfolio and artist's statement as well as advanced standards of critical observation and analysis are expected. Prerequisites: PHOT 282, PHOT 485.

PHOT 481. Graphic Design /Photography (3)
This course introduces the student to the working relationship between graphic design and photography. Emphasis is upon the procedures and technology for producing photographs for reproduction. Prerequisites: PHOT 383, ART 208.

PHOT 484. Studio Photography II (3)
A continuation of the methodologies and technologies encountered in Studio Photography I but with greater emphasis placed upon color sensibilities and large format work as applied to product and field work. Prerequisite: PHOT 381, ART 208.

PHOT 485. Color Photography II (3)
A continuation of the methods and techniques presented in Color Photography I but with a greater emphasis placed upon color sensibilities and large format work as applied to product and field work. Prerequisite: PHOT 383, ART 208.

PHOT 486. Advanced Photography (3-12)
This course allows upper level students to pursue a photographic studio experience during summer school. A written plan of study must be approved by the program coordinator and it is expected that the plan will involve advanced and challenging ideas.

PHOT 488. Internship in Photography (3-6)
Supervised off-campus work experience in photography or an allied field. Seminars will be held to evaluate the integration of theory and practice. Prerequisite: Permission for the instructor. This course may be repeated for up to 6 hours.

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