Photography Technology
Prepares students for a vocation in photography or upgrades their existing knowledge and skills in camera and studio techniques as well as darkroom procedures. Upon completion, students will have skills in photography for employment in retail sales, technical laboratory work, professional assisting, portrait and commercial free-lance work. Laboratory facilities and studio reflect actual work environments. Courses include training in black and white and color printing, studio lighting, medium and large format camera use, digital imaging and portfolio development. Commercial and fine art applications are emphasized.
Courses required to complete the major are: PHOT 120, 121, 123, 130, 226, 227, 240, 250, 260, 280 and two elective courses in Photography; Art (choice of 135, 136, or 137); COMS 110.
First Semester |
Units |
| PHOT 120 Intro. to Photography* | 3 |
PHOT 121 Basic Photography Lab* |
3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
|
COMS 110 |
3 |
| HELH 106 Personal and Community Health or 3 units PE | 3 |
| 15 | |
| Second Semester | Units |
| PHOT 123 Advanced Photography | 3 |
| PHOT 130 Basic Photojournalism | 3 |
| ART (choice of 135, 136, 137) | 2-3 |
| Natural Science | 3 |
| Social Science*** | 3 |
| 14-15 | |
| Third Semester | Units |
| PHOT 226 Color Slide Printing | 3 |
| PHOT 240 Experimental Photography | 3 |
| PHOT 250 Portrait Photography | 4 |
| English Composition | 3 |
| Communication and Analytical Thinking (SPEE 124 recommended) | 3 |
| 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | Units |
| PHOT 227 Color Negative Printing | 3 |
| PHOT 260 Product Advertising Photo. | 4 |
| PHOT 280 Professional Portfolio | 3 |
| PHOT Elective** | 4-5 |
| 14-15 | |
* Students who feel they have already attained skills in these subjects should consult with the Program Coordinator.
** PHOT 160, 180, or 199.
***ANTH 121, 180; CFS 140, 180; HIST 145, 150, 152; PSYC 128; will double count for the A.S. Degree requirements in Multicultural/Gender Studies and Social Science.
Options
- Certificate Program: PHOT 120, 121, 123, 130 or 240, 226 or 227, 250 or 260, 280.
- A.S. Degree: All courses as listed All courses required to complete the major must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. Consultation with the Program Coordinator is required.
Transfer to a four-year college: Consult the catalog of the college or university of your choice and a Napa Valley College counselor for specific requirements.
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