PHO – Photography

All courses are alphabetized by course code. All courses are to be pursued in a normal sequence with prerequisite courses taken as indicated. Provided for each course is the following information: course number and title, and number of class, laboratory, clinical/shop/work experience (if any), and credit hours.

PHO 110 Fund of Photography (3 6 5)

This course covers the basic technical aspects of black and white photography, including camera controls, light and optics, flash, film exposure, and processing. Emphasis is placed on mechanical principles of camera design and the relationship between subject and photographic image, with hands-on experience in the darkroom. Upon completion, students should be able to consistently produce technically excellent images. Corequisite: PHO 111.

PHO 111 Photo Corr and Finish I (0 3 1)

This course introduces traditional mounting and corrections techniques used in black and white photography.Topics include various mounting and presentation techniques and chemical and physical methods for correction on both negatives and prints. Upon completion, students should be able to mount and mat photographs and retouch and spot photographic images in black and white. Corequisite: PHO 110.

PHO 112 Design Laboratory I (0 3 1)

This course covers basic perceptual and design skills required for effective professional photographic communication. Emphasis is placed on fundamental design principles and historic photographic images, execution and critique of photographic assignments, and laboratory projects emphasizing right-brain processing. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic design principles and knowledge of photographic history to produce images demonstrating control of the picture space. Corequisites: PHO 110 and PHO 111.

PHO 121 Photo Corr & Finish II (0 3 1)

This course introduces corrective techniques in retouching color photography and various mounting and presentation techniques for photographic images. Emphasis is placed on retouching color images using a variety of techniques and color image presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to retouch and spot photographic images in color and use various mounting and presentation techniques for photographic images. Prerequisites: PHO 110 and PHO 111.

PHO 122 Design Laboratory II (0 3 1)

This course continues development of perceptual and design skills required for effective professional communication in both black/white and color photography. Topics include illustration, layout design, color impact, color relationships, and continued study of photographic images. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize design elements and principles to produce black/white and color images demonstrating clear visual communication. Prerequisites: PHO 110, PHO 111, and PHO 112.

PHO 123 Large-Format Photo I (1 3 2)

This course provides a comprehensive hands-on study of the large-format camera, including capabilities, movements, and applications and sheet film handling and processing. Topics include large-format camera types, nomenclature, components, and movements with assignments emphasizing control of plane of sharp focus, depth-of-field, and image shape modification. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize the basic capabilities of large-format cameras and demonstrate knowledge of sheet film handling and processing. Prerequisite: PHO 110. Corequisite: PHO 125.

PHO 125 Basic Object Lighting (0 3 1)

This course introduces the techniques used in controlling studio lighting for object illustration using tungsten light and electronic flash on basic geometric shapes. Topics include equipment operation, safety, and maintenance; light quality; exposure methods; and the illusion of form in a photograph. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and correctly work with studio lighting equipment to produce quality images of a variety of geometric forms. Prerequisite: PHO 110.

PHO 126 Basic Portrait Lighting (0 3 1)

This course covers basic techniques used in studio lighting for portraiture, including controlled lighting of facial contours using electronic flash. Topics include F/stop series; equipment operation, safety, and maintenance; and basic lighting patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to safely set up and operate strobe lighting in a studio applying appropriate light patterns to the subject. Prerequisite: PHO 110.

PHO 127 Photo Materials/Processes (3 3 4)

This course covers the materials and processes of current black/white and color photographic and digital imaging and the reproduction of tone and color. Topics include light, color temperature, subjects, digital sensor and emulsion sensitivity, development, printing systems, and their interrelationships in the reproduction process. Upon completion, students should be able to state the effects that each part of the chemical and digital photographic process has upon the resulting image. Prerequisite: PHO 110 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 132 Small-Format Photography (2 6 4)

This course introduces small-format cameras and their application in location portraiture, industrial photography, photojournalism, and multimedia photography and portable lighting equipment and techniques. Topics include rapid camera operation, location photography, exposure techniques, portable flash, process modification, filtration, and simple multimedia production. Upon completion, students should be able to produce professional quality images under a variety of adverse shooting conditions using the equipment and techniques studied. Prerequisites: PHO 110 and PHO 115; or PHO 110, PHO 125, PHO 126, and PHO 127.

PHO 133 Large-Format Photo II (1 3 2)

This course provides an advanced, hands-on study of the large-format camera concentrating on professional applications in studio and architectural photography. Topics include optical principles, control of the image through camera position/focal length, and image size/perspective choices applied in specific photographic assignments. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize advanced large-format camera capabilities in a variety of professional applications. Prerequisites: PHO 123 and PHO 125.

PHO 134 Custom Color Printing (1 2 2)

This course introduces the materials, processes, and techniques used in custom color printing. Topics include color theory, color balancing, cropping, dodging, burning, and print finishing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of color theory and printing techniques. Prerequisites: PHO 111 and PHO 127.

PHO 135 Product Lighting (0 3 1)

This course covers studio lighting techniques used to illustrate a wide variety of product surfaces and shapes. Topics include lighting and subject styling applied in the illustration of glass, plastic, metals, leathers, fabrics, wood, and other product surfaces. Upon completion, students should be able to produce quality images of a variety of subjects using both tungsten and electronic flash. Prerequisite: PHO 125.

PHO 139 Intro to Digital Imaging (1 3 2)

This course introduces the conversion of photographs into digital images by exploring the effect hardware and software have on the reproduction process. Topics include basic imaging tools and vocabulary, calibration, density, contrast, and color. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the digital imaging process and be able to capture and output images. Prerequisites: PHO 110, PHO 121, and PHO 127.

PHO 210 Prof Wedding Photography (1 6 3)

This course covers the techniques used in producing wedding photographs and formal bridal portraits, along with applicable business practices. Emphasis is placed on the protocol of various religious services, discussion of sales packages and album sources, and promotional and advertising techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to photograph a wedding and deliver a professional photographic wedding album along with bridal portraits. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Portrait Studio Management concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 132 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 211 Prof Portraiture I (2 12 8)

This course covers lighting, cameras, and accessory equipment used in studio/location professional portraiture and the dynamics and psychology of posing individuals and groupings. Topics include lighting, backgrounds, make-up, clothing, presentation techniques, sound business principles, and direct sales methods. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of professional portraits and demonstrate an understanding of the business considerations of professional portrait photography. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Portrait Studio Management concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisites: PHO 126 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 212 Biocom Photojournalism (1 3 2)

This course introduces practical techniques used in Biocommunications news and public relations photography. Topics include a study of general news, sports, and public relations along with advanced photographic techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic aspects of Biocommunications news, sports, and public relations photography by completion of assignments. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Biocommunications Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 132.

PHO 213 Macro Photography (1 3 2)

This course covers the equipment and techniques used by Biocommunications photographers in the production of magnified images by direct photographic means. Topics include magnification ratios, specialized lighting equipment and techniques, and a variety of medically related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to produce quality scaled reproductions of properly prepared subjects. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Biocommunications Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisites: PHO 218 and PHO 225.

PHO 215 Photographic Illustration (2 8 6)

This course provides a comprehensive study of professional commercial photographic illustration, including tools, techniques, and applications in preparation for internship experiences. Topics include theory and practice of location and studio lighting, camera techniques, and people/product and editorial illustration. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and execute professionally acceptable images in studio and on location illustrating people and products emphasizing commercial applications. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Commercial Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisites: PHO 132, PHO 133, and PHO 135 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 217 Photojournalism I (1 6 4)

This course covers logistics and techniques used in current professional newspaper photography. Topics include detailed study of spot and general news, sports, and feature photography along with basic newspaper layout, advanced photographic techniques, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic aspects of news, sports, and feature photography. Prerequisites: PHO 132 or PHO 223, and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 218 Biocom Portrait Lighting (1 3 2)

This course provides an advanced study of portrait lighting in the studio and on location using electronic flash and small-format cameras. Emphasis is placed on understanding principles of portrait lighting and small-format cameras in Biocommunications settings. Upon completion, students should be able to apply techniques to professionally light a variety of subjects in studio and on location. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Biocommunications Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisites: PHO 126 and PHO 132.

PHO 221 Prof Portraiture II (1 8 5)

This course provides an in-depth study of portraiture of family groups, children, and pets; full-length portraits; character studies; and client relations. Topics include a variety of portrait situations along with professional business ethics, etiquette, and protocol. Upon completion, students should be able to produce professional quality portraits and demonstrate knowledge of business ethics and protocol. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Portrait Studio Management concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 211.

PHO 224 Multimedia Production (2 3 3)

This course covers various aspects of computer-based multimedia production. Topics include sound recording and editing techniques and software, multimedia software, control of image and continuity and pacing, script writing, copyright laws, and ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer hardware and software for multimedia productions. Prerequisites: PHO 132 or PHO 223 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 225 Biocom Object Lighting (1 3 2)

This course provides an advanced study of object lighting in studio and on location using electronic flash and small-format cameras. Emphasis is placed on understanding lighting principles and light control, including filtration, light balancing, multiple light setups, and lighting a variety of object types and surfaces. Upon completion, students should be able to professionally light a variety of subjects in studio and location situations. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Biocommunications Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisites: PHO 132 and PHO 135 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 227 Photojournalism II (2 12 8)

This course provides additional experience in news photography. Topics include expanded coverage, illustration, layout, picture usage, picture stories, editing, survey of regional newspapers, employment opportunities, portfolio development, and job seeking skills. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a daily newspaper and professionally photograph news, sports, and feature situations. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Photojournalism concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 217.

PHO 228 Adv Corr & Finishing (1 3 2)

This course covers various corrections for the photographic image, including surface texture and framing presentation. Emphasis is placed on negative and print correction, air brush techniques, and major restoration techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to professionally retouch/restore and frame the photographic image. Prerequisite: PHO 121 and successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses.

PHO 229 Advertising Photography (2 8 6)

This course covers advertising photography, including its segments, practices, tools, techniques, and professional applications. Emphasis is placed on layout specification, art direction, and professional business practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of commercial photography and create professional quality images under art direction within layout specifications. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Commercial Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 215.

PHO 230 Biocom Portfolio Prep (0 6 2)

This course provides an opportunity to plan, execute, and present a professional Biocommunications photographic portfolio. Emphasis is placed on developing a portfolio of professional quality images which demonstrate talent and technical skills in a marketable presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to use their completed portfolio to show prospective employers and clients their professional photographic and presentation skills. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Biocommunications Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 213.

PHO 231 Commercial Portfolio Prep (0 6 2)

This course provides an opportunity to plan, execute, and present a professional commercial photographic portfolio. Emphasis is placed on developing a portfolio of professional quality images which demonstrate talent and technical skills in a marketable presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to use their completed portfolio to show prospective employers and clients their professional photographic and presentation skills. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Commercial Photography concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 229.

PHO 232 Photojournalism Port Prep (0 6 2)

This course provides an opportunity to plan, execute, and present a professional photojournalism photographic portfolio. Emphasis is placed on developing a portfolio of professional quality images which demonstrate talent and technical skills in a marketable presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to use their completed portfolio to show prospective employers and clients their professional photographic and presentation skills. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Photojournalism concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 227.

PHO 233 Portrait Portfolio Prep (0 6 2)

This course provides an opportunity to plan, execute, and present a professional portrait portfolio. Emphasis is placed on developing a portfolio of professional quality images which demonstrate talent and technical skills in a marketable presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to use their completed portfolio to show prospective employers and clients their professional photographic and presentation skills. This course is a unique concentration requirement of the Portrait Studio Management concentration in the Photographic Technology program. Prerequisite: PHO 221.

PHO 241 Digital Image Technology (2 3 3)

This course provides an advanced study of technologies and processes used in the capture and purposing of digital images. Topics include operation and application of image capture, scanning, printing, and recording devices; and use of image retouching, toning, modifying and layout software. Upon completion, students should be able to capture, process, and purpose digital images for specific applications used in various segments of the photographic industry. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all required first-year PHO courses. Corequisites: PHO 211 or PHO 215 or PHO 217 or PHO 212, PHO 218, and PHO 225.