PHOT A102: Careers in Photography
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Curriculum Committee Approval Date | 12/08/2021 |
| Top Code | 101200 - Applied Photography |
| Units | 1 Total Units |
| Hours | 18 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 18) |
| Total Outside of Class Hours | 0 |
| Course Credit Status | Credit: Degree Applicable (D) |
| Material Fee | No |
| Basic Skills | Not Basic Skills (N) |
| Repeatable | No |
| Grading Policy | Standard Letter (S),
|
Course Description
Introduction to careers in photography and the Photography program at Orange Coast College. Recommended to anyone interested in pursing photography as a career goal. Transfer Credit: CSU.
Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)
- Describe various careers in photography
- Describe the education options available in the field of photography at Orange Coast College
Course Objectives
- 1. Make informed decisions on careers in photography
- 2. Make informed decisions on educational paths in photography
- 3. State various types of employment trends and opportunities in the photographic field
- 4. List positive and negatives attributes of careers in photography
- 5. Describe the education options available to them in the field of photography at Orange Coast College
Lecture Content
I. Orientation A. Course overview and objectives B. Class policies C. Course materials D. Purpose and expectations II. Careers in photography Image makers Weddings, portraits and fashion III. Careers in photography A. Image makers Commercial, product and advertising IV. Careers in photography Image makers Architectural and landscape V. Careers in photography A. Image makers Journalism and documentary VI. Non-Shooting careers in Photography Photo Editor Image Researcher Photo Educator Digital Tech. Photo Assistant, Studio Manager Gallery Director VII. Counseling A. Educational options in the field of photography 1. AA 2. BA/BFA 3. Vocational Certificates B. Appointments and services VIII. Counseling A. Educational options in the field of photography 1. AA 2. BA/BFA 3. Vocational Certificates B. Appointments and services
Method(s) of Instruction
- Lecture (02)
Instructional Techniques
Lecture and application of ideas, lecturer feedback Video/CD/Internet
Writing Assignments
Write a brief autobiography incorporating concepts learned in class related to career choice. (assignment is NOT critiqued for grammar/spelling, only for degree of introspection)
Out-of-class Assignments
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Demonstration of Critical Thinking
Student participation and completion of materials.
Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration
Write a brief autobiography incorporating concepts learned in class related to career choice. (assignment is NOT critiqued for grammar/spelling, only for degree of introspection)