MCCCD Program Description

Major: 3195
Effective Term: 2024 Fall

Award: AAS
Total Credits: 61-67
CIP Code: 50.0605

Instructional Council: Art
GPA: 2.0

SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-4021.00 Photographers
51-9151.00 Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators
25-3021.00 Self-Enrichment Teachers

Upon completion of a bachelor`s degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-1013.00 Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a career as:
25-1121.00 Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Photography program is designed for the student who wishes to pursue a career in photography, either commercial or fine arts. Students will study digital and traditional film-based (darkroom) media, content and image selection, and the theory and practice of visual communication.

Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of principles of design, aesthetics, and visual communication. (ARH101, ARH102, ARH115, ART111, ART112, ART113, ART116, ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART250, ART255, ART255AB, AVC100, AVC142, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC181, AVC270, AVC274, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, FMP108, (COM), (CRE), [MA]) 2. Create original still and time based images. (ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC100, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC142, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC232, AVC237, AVC270, AVC274, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, FMP108) 3. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and application of camera techniques. (ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC142, AVC143, AVC232, AVC237, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, FMP108, (COM), (CRE), [MA], [SQ]) 4. Demonstrate a thorough and adaptable knowledge of software used in digital imaging and contemporary media. (ART131, ART234, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC297AA, AVC100, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC142, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC181, AVC232, AVC237, AVC270, AVC274, AVC297AB, FMP108, (COM), (CRE)) 5. Create digital imaging workflow. (ART131, ART234, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC100, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC142, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC181, AVC232, AVC237, AVC270, AVC274, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, FMP108) 6. Utilize effective lighting techniques in natural, artificial and mixed lighting in photography (e.g., product, still life and portraiture). (ART132, ART133, ART234, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC142, AVC143, AVC232, AVC237, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, [SG], [SQ]) 7. Analyze trends and influences in contemporary and historical photography. (ARH101, ARH102, ARH115, ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART250, AVC138, AVC142, AVC143, AVC232, (CRE), [FYC], [SB]) 8. Critically evaluate photographic works. (ARH101, ARH102, ARH115, ART131, ART132, ART255, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC142, AVC143, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [SB]) 9. Develop a professional body of work and appropriate support material to showcase personal vision and technical skills. (ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART250, ART255, ART255AB, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC181, AVC232, AVC237, AVC270, AVC274, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, FMP108, (COM), [FYC], [MA], [SB]) 10. Identify professional practices in diverse settings (e.g., communication, time management, pricing, and legal and ethical considerations). (ART132, ART133, ART134, ART255, ART255AB, AVC138, AVC139, AVC140, AVC143, AVC169, AVC177, AVC178, AVC181, AVC232, AVC237, AVC270, AVC274, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, MKT110, MKT263, MKT271, SBS200, SBS204, (COM), [FYC], [MA]) 11. Use visual, verbal, and written communication skills to interact with diverse audiences. (ARH101, ARH102, ARH115, ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART255, ART290AC, ART290EC, AVC290DP, ART295DA, ART295DB, ART295DC, AVC138, AVC139, AVC142, AVC143, AVC232, AVC297AA, AVC297AB, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [SB]) 12. Apply historical, cultural, and social contextual perspectives to evaluate a body of work. (ARH101, ARH102, ARH115, ART131, ART132, ART133, ART134, ART137, ART234, ART250, AVC138, AVC139, AVC142, AVC143, AVC232, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [SB]) 13. Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. There will be costs for supplies and equipment in this program.

Required Courses

ARH101 Art from Prehistory Through Middle Ages (3) OR
ARH102 Art from Renaissance to Modernism (3) 3

ARH115 History of Photography 3
ART112 Two-Dimensional Design 3
ART113 Color 3
ART131 Photography I 3
+ ART132 Photography II 3

ART255 Art Marketing (3) OR
ART255AB The Portfolio (1) 1-3

AVC100 Introduction to Digital Arts 1
AVC142 Introduction to Digital Photography 3
+ AVC143 Intermediate Digital Photography 3

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3

Credits: 27-31

Restricted Electives
Complete all courses in the specialization below that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. Specialization 1: Commercial Photography Credits: 13-20 + AVC138 Commercial Photography I 3 + AVC139 Commercial Photography II 3 + AVC140 Portrait Photography (3) OR + AVC237 Fashion Photography (3) 3 MKT110 Marketing and Social Networking (3) OR MKT263 Advertising Principles (3) OR MKT271 Principles of Marketing (3) OR SBS204 Small Business Marketing and Advertising (2) 2-3 SBS200 Small Business Operations 2 In consultation with advisor or program coordinator, choose up to six (6) credits of coursework from the following list to best fulfill goals and complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. ART111 Drawing I 3 ART116 Life Drawing I 3 ART137 Alternative Photographic Processes 3 + ART234 Color Photography 3 + ART290AC Studio Art 3 + ART290EC Studio Art: Photography 3 + ART295DA Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 1 + ART295DB Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 2 + ART295DC Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 3 + AVC169 2D Media Design 3 + AVC177 Digital Photographic Imaging I 3 + AVC178 Digital Arts Studies 3 + AVC181 Graphic Design I 3 + AVC232 Studio Lighting 3 + AVC270 Digital Photographic Imaging II 3 + AVC290DP Art Studio: Digital Photography 3 + AVC297AA Commercial Art Internship (1) OR + AVC297AB Commercial Art Internship (2) 1-2 FMP108 Video Production 3 Specialization 2: Fine Art Photography Credits: 8-15 + ART133 Photography III 3 ART137 Alternative Photographic Processes 3 Select 2-9 credits from the following: ART111 Drawing I 3 ART116 Life Drawing I 3 + ART134 Photography IV 3 + ART234 Color Photography 3 + ART250 Introduction to Printmaking 3 + ART290AC Studio Art 3 + ART290EC Studio Art: Photography 3 + ART295DA Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 1 + ART295DB Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 2 + ART295DC Art Workshop/Seminar: Photography 3 + AVC169 2D Media Design 3 + AVC177 Digital Photographic Imaging I 3 + AVC178 Digital Arts Studies 3 + AVC232 Studio Lighting 3 + AVC270 Digital Photographic Imaging II 3 + AVC274 Digital Photographic Imaging III 3 + AVC290DP Art Studio: Digital Photography 3 + AVC297AA Commercial Art Internship 1 SBS200 Small Business Operations 2 SBS204 Small Business Marketing and Advertising 2			Credits: 8-20

General Electives
Select courses 100-level or higher to complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. Consult with the Program Director or an Academic Advisor. Recommend that students interested in transferring to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor`s degree take courses that fulfill any unmet Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) requirements.	Credits: 0-7

General Education Requirements

General Education Requirement	Credits: 19-25

General Education Core	Credits: 12-18

First-Year Composition	Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Oral Communication	Credits: 3
COM100 Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR COM110 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR + COM225 Public Speaking (3) OR COM230 Small Group Communication (3) 3

Critical Reading	Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment. 0-3

Mathematics	Credits: 3-6
+ MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Any higher approved general education course in the Mathematics area. (3-6) 3-6

General Education Distribution	Credits: 7

Humanities, Arts and Design	Credits: 0
Met by ARH101 OR ARH102 OR ARH115 OR ART131 in Required Courses.

Social-Behavioral Sciences	Credits: 3
Any approved general education courses in the Social-Behavioral Sciences area. 3

Natural Sciences	Credits: 4
Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences area. 4

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 27, 2024

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.