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Course Outline
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY
I (760)
Grades 9 - 12
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes, One Semester
Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
This
class
is provided for students who desire
a better understanding of visual
communication through photography.
Basic knowledge
of camera
types,
techniques and skills are developed
through instruction and use
of digital
cameras. Areas to be covered
include
types of
cameras and their operation,
photographic composition,
basic print finishing techniques;
as well as beginning digital
manipulation/editing
of student images utilizing
appropriate computer
hardware/software.
ACCESS to a digital camera with Manual capabilities is Highly Recommended
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** (Rev:
18 Mar 08)
COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
Introduction / Orientation
I. Why Study Photography?
II. Basic Camera
III. Camera Classifications
IV. Camera Controls
V. Photographic Composition
VII. Digital Printing & Finishing Techniques
VI. Photo Assignments: Experience & Skill Development
VII. Computers & Image
Manipulation/Editing
IX. Truth vs Fiction: Developing
Discernment in a Digital World
X. Photographic Careers
EXPECTED LEVELS of ACHIEVEMENT
Upon completion and discussion of each unit, students should be able to successfully demonstrate the required skill, procedure and/or correctly answer questions concerning each specific topic.
EVALUATION
A. Students will be evaluated on the following:
1. Classroom
participation
2. Cooperation with instructor
and fellow students
3. Maintenance and care of
equipment
4. Ability to demonstrate
self-discipline in starting and
maintaining a work
attitude during class time
5. Content & quality of
completed assignments
6. Course content
7. Acquired physical skill |
1. Written tests and quizzes on course content
2. Required written & photographic assignments
3. Observation by instructor during class time
4. Individual discussions with students during class time |
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18 Mar '08 |
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