Discipline: Photographic Technology (Photography) Degree Credit  [X]
Non Credit  [ ]
Nondegree Credit  [ ]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Photography 8


COURSE DESCRIPTION
8 Intro to Photography Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
Theory and practice in the basic techniques of producing black and white photographs with technical and artistic merit. Acquire competency in the use of cameras, photo materials and processes associated with basic darkroom procedures. Students are expected to supply their own 35-mm cameras with f-stop and shutter controls, films, and enlarging paper for printing. Lab materials fee assessed. 27 hours lecture and 81 hours laboratory
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Theory and practice in the basic techniques of producing black and white photographs with technical proficiency and artistic merit. Students required to provide 35-mm camera with f-stop and shutter controls. Lab materials fee applies.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.   Demonstrate competency in handling a camera, which includes 
      loading and unloading film, manipulating aperture, shutter and 
      focal length to create a proper exposure as well as control action 
      and depth of field for use in specialized situations.

2.   Produce quality enlargements with appropriate contrast control.

3.   Develop, print, finish and mount black and white salon prints.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Brief review of history of photography from inception to current day focusing on key events in the development of photography
  2. Demonstration of methods of camera handling
  3. Determining correct exposures as a balance of aperture, shutter and film speed
  4. Controlling apparent motion in photographs using shutter and camera movement
  5. Controlling depth of field in photographs using aperture and selective focus
  6. Discussion of effect of focal length on exposure and depth of field
  7. Using a camera’s light meter for determining proper exposures
  8. Processing black and white film using photochemistry in a wet lab environment with an emphasis on skill and safety
  9. Producing black and white prints using enlargers, photochemistry and photosensitive paper
  10. Using filters while printing for contrast control in black and white photography
  11. Discussion of careers in photography
  12. Visual design and compositional elements as they apply to photography
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Lectures and demonstrations by instructor or guest speakers
  • Laboratory projects that give students the opportunity for skills development
  • Multi-media presentations to enhance and expand on lectures including the use of photographic examples
  • Photography assignments that provide an opportunity for students to practice techniques discussed in lecture
  • Reading assignments that reinforce lecture material and encourage discussion and critical thinking
  • Handouts that detail assignment requirements and specific grading criteria for each assignment
  • Handouts that provide information and samples not contained in the required text
  • Photography lab orientation with an emphasis on safety and proper film and paper developing techniques
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Quizzes/ tests/and a midterm and final examination designed to assess student’s
    • Ability to analyze a photographic situation and manipulate aperture, shutter and focal length to create a proper exposure as well as control action and depth of field
    • Understanding of the history of photography and its influences on photography today
  • Completion of laboratory projects and assigned work to demonstrate proficiency in subject matter
  • Attendance at lectures and laboratory meetings

 
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Possible texts include:

    1. A Short Course in Photography, London and Stone, Sixth Edition; Prentice Hall
    2. Photography, London and Upton, Eighth Edition; Prentice Hall
    3. Exploring Basic Black and White Photography, Joy McKenzie, Thomson Delmar
    4. Photography: The Concise Guide, Warren, Thomson Delmar
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