MCCCD Program Description

Digital Photographic Imaging III

Course: ART274

First Term: 2020 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 6.0 Period(s) 6.0 Load
Course Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Advanced digital photographic imaging techniques. Advanced manipulation techniques of photographic images and time-based media. Continued development of aesthetic awareness and personal expression.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Evaluate methods of acquiring and outputting digital photographic images. (I) 2. Evaluate methods of enhancing photographic images and generating those images for different production environments. (II) 3. Produce photographic images that demonstrate control of advanced digital imaging techniques. (III) 4. Define the concept of visual literacy, and explain the principles of visual design. (IV) 5. Prepare a professional portfolio. (V)

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Advanced computer photographic image processing techniques A. Advanced concepts and practice of image acquisition B. Theory and practice for computer image output II. Advanced computer photographic imaging enhancement techniques A. Channel enhancements and calculations B. Advanced compositing and layering techniques C. Generating images for different production environments III. Advanced computer photographic image presentation A. Production of images with advanced techniques B. Advanced concepts in image exhibition and portfolio development IV. Advanced principles of visual design A. Visual literacy B. Display of aesthetic growth in the visual experience V. Portfolio A. Review/selection B. Format

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 25, 2020

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