MCCCD Program Description

Computer-Photographic Imaging

Course: ART177

First Term: 1995 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 6.0 Period(s) 5.1 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Introduction to the multiple elements of microcomputer-photographic imaging. Basic foundation in the use of the photographic manipulation of images using software programs. Special attention to aesthetic foundations underlying photographic composition.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe the basic operational system of photo imaging software. (I) 2. Describe the general characteristics of computer-image alteration fundamentals. (I, II) 3. Use various imaging properties of software to accomplish texture smoothing and scaling, as well as shading and tonal manipulation techniques to alter photographic images electronically. (I, II) 4. Edit graphics and textural information received from external sources through various mediums (hardware). (III) 5. Execute finished photographic images via hard copy from an appropriate printer. (III) 6. Describe presentation formats. (IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Photographic image creation, editing, and manipulation. A. Hardware. B. Software. C. Hard copy. II. Imaging properties and techniques. III. Graphics, textural modification, and design aspects. A. Image creation and manipulation. B. Editing. C. Hard copy. IV. Presentation of digital photo images. A. Review/selection. B. Formats.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 06/25/1995

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