Photography

Certificate in Applied Science

39 Credit Hours

The Photography certificate program is designed to provide students with basic skills in traditional camera and darkroom techniques as well as lighting and image manipulation. The purpose of the program is to provide educational opportunities for students wishing to obtain entry-level positions at portrait studios, media production facilities or photo finishing establishments.

Major Requirements

ART 106	History of Photography	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a survey of the history of photography beginning with the emergence of the fixed image of the 1830s through contemporary trends. The emphasis of the class is the technical and aesthetic development of photography as a medium of historical and artistic expression.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 or appropriate placement

ARV 114	Photography I	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course is a study of the principles, terminology, techniques, tools and materials of basic black-and-white photography.Learn More

ARV 121	Design	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers basic theories, vocabulary, principles, techniques, media and problem-solving in basic design.Learn More

ARV 123	Composition and Color	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the investigation and application of principles and concepts of visual organization and the psychological and physical properties of color.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 121 with a minimum grade of C

ARV 212	Digital Photography	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course is a study of the principles, terminology, techniques, tools and materials of basic digital photography. Images produced in this course will address the needs of the visual communication industry. It is recommended that students enrolling in ARV 212 be familiar with basic computer functions and computer file management.Learn More

ARV 213	Lighting	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces the fundamentals of photographic lighting techniques.Learn More

ARV 214	Photography II	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers advanced projects in photography including studio work. Medium format cameras will be used.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 114 with a minimum grade of C

ARV 215	Photography III	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course incorporates advanced projects in photography, including studio and lab work. Large format cameras will be used.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 213 and ARV 214 with a minimum grade of C

ARV 216	Lighting II	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers advanced projects in photographic lighting techniques used in the studio and on location.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 213 with a minimum grade of C

ARV 217	Computer Imagery	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the use of the computer as a tool to create images that address the needs of the visual communication field. Adobe Photoshop software is used. It is recommended that students enrolling in ARV 217 be familiar with basic computer functions and computer file management.Learn More

ARV 230	Visual Arts Business Procedures	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course covers a study of professional practices involved in the organization and operation of businesses concerned with visual arts.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 and MAT 032 or appropriate test scores

ARV 279	Portfolio Preparation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the basic techniques used to organize, edit and critique a presentation of existing projects.Learn More

ARV 280	Visual Arts Exit Portfolio	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the preparation of students’ job-seeking or academic-placement portfolios. The course includes lectures, demonstrations and studio work. This course should be taken in the last semester.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 279 with a minimum grade of C

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.