The Digital Photography Certificate program prepares students for work as professional photographers and photographic assistants, as well as prepares students for fields in digital photography editing and retouching. Students pursue careers in a wide range of photographic practices, from commercial and fine art to documentary and event photography. Courses are designed to encourage students to pursue individual projects while developing their technical ability. This program requires 26 units.
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The Certificate of Achievement in Digital Photography will prepare students for work as professional photographers and photographic assistants, as well as prepare students for fields in digital photography editing and retouching. The course work in the program balances both technical and creative development for students. The historical and cultural understanding of photography deepens each student’s individual work. Students are expected to create original work suitable for acquiring professional work in the field.
Students begin with History of Photography and Introduction to Photography. After completing Introduction to Photography students progress to a 2 course sequence in Lighting, a 2 course sequence in Photoshop and Lightroom. Student are expected to complete a capstone course in their area of interest in their final term.
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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ART 199 | History of Photography | 3 | Y1 |
PHOTO 100 | Introduction to Photography | 4 | Y1 |
PHOTO 111 & PHOTO 112 | Lighting I and II | 8 | Y1/Y2 |
PHOTO 130 & PHOTO 132 | Photoshop and Lightroom for Photographers | 8 | Y1/Y2 |
PHOTO 140 or 142 or 144 or 146 | Fine Art Photo, Commercial Photo, Documentary Photo, Special Project | 4 | Y2 |
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