Photography-Still, Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_PHST
Control Number: 03995
Financial Aid Eligible
Anyone with an interest in photography, whether beginner, advanced amateur or professional, will find a course or program within the photography program that will teach them new skills and/or prepare them for a career in photography.
The OCC Photography program is intended to prepare students for employment in a number of specialization areas within the field of professional photography as well as photo retoucher, producer, production assistant, content creator, entrepreneur, photo researcher, photo editor and visual communicator. The student, after completing the first year foundation courses, may elect to take advanced courses in art, commercial, advertising illustration, portraiture, architectural, fashion, or documentary photography, color management, digital work flow, and business practices for photographers.
In addition to courses intended to train photographers, the program also includes several black and white and digital classes for professional photographers who wish to learn new skills and/or for those who are interested in careers as photographic digital technicians.
Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science general education requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence in the technical skills of photography.
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate photographic aesthetic strategies.
- Create photographs that illustrate a critical understanding of visual language.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHOT A123 | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A130 | History and Appreciation of Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A101 | Photography and Society | 3 |
| or ART A101 | Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern | |
| or ART A101H | Honors Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern | |
| or ART A102 | Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art History | |
| PHOT A125 | Imaging for Photographers I | 3 |
| PHOT A127 | Darkroom For Photography Majors | 2 |
| PHOT A180 | Introduction to Professional Photography | 4 |
| PHOT A188 | Commercial Photography | 5 |
| PHOT A225 | Professional Digital Workflow and Color Management | 3 |
| Select three units of A200-level PHOT courses 1 | 3 | |
| PHOT A241 | Business Practices for Photographers | 3 |
| PHOT A280 | Professional Digital Techniques | 3 |
| PHOT A283 | Art Photography | 4 |
| Select two units of A200-level PHOT courses 2 | 2 | |
| Total Units | 41 | |
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(Excluding PHOT A260 Art Portfolio Development 1 through PHOT A267 Marketing and Self Promotion 2).
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(Including PHOT A260 Art Portfolio Development 1 through PHOT A267 Marketing and Self Promotion 2).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Restricted Electives: A200-Level Photography Courses | ||
| PHOT A200 | Documentary Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A220 | Fashion Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A223 | Action Sports Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A230 | Photography Since 1945 | 3 |
| PHOT A260 | Art Portfolio Development 1 | 1 |
| PHOT A261 | Art Portfolio Development 2 | 1 |
| PHOT A262 | Commercial Portfolio Development 1 | 1 |
| PHOT A263 | Commercial Portfolio Development 2 | 1 |
| PHOT A264 | Exhibition Preparation 1 | 1 |
| PHOT A265 | Exhibition Preparation 2 | 1 |
| PHOT A266 | Marketing and Self Promotion 1 | 1 |
| PHOT A267 | Marketing and Self Promotion 2 | 1 |
| PHOT A282 | Professional Portraiture | 3 |
| PHOT A285 | Wedding and Event Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A287 | Alternative Methods | 3 |
| PHOT A288 | Editorial and Advertising People Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A289 | Architectural Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A290 | Advertising Illustration Photography | 3 |
Photography - Still Suggested Electives:
ENGL A100 Freshman Composition
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Minimum Program Major Units | 41 |
| AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Degree Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ART A101 | Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern or Honors Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern or Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art History or Photography and Society | 3 |
| PHOT A123 | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
| PHOT A130 | History and Appreciation of Photography | 3 |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra 1 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra | ||
| OCC AS GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PHOT A125 | Imaging for Photographers I | 3 |
| PHOT A127 | Darkroom For Photography Majors | 2 |
| PHOT A180 | Introduction to Professional Photography | 4 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| PHOT A188 | Commercial Photography | 5 |
| PHOT A225 | Professional Digital Workflow and Color Management | 3 |
| PHOT ELECTIVE A200-LEVEL COURSE (See Requirements) 3 | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PHOT A241 | Business Practices for Photographers | 3 |
| PHOT A280 | Professional Digital Techniques | 3 |
| PHOT A283 | Art Photography | 4 |
| PHOT ELECTIVE A200-LEVEL COURSE (See Requirements) 4 | 2 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 5 | 1 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Total Units | 60-63 | |
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Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2
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OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
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PHOT ELECTIVE A200-LEVEL COURSE EXCLUDING: PHOT A260 Art Portfolio Development 1 - PHOT A267 Marketing and Self Promotion 2
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PHOT ELECTIVE A200-LEVEL COURSE INCLUDING: PHOT A260 Art Portfolio Development 1 - PHOT A267 Marketing and Self Promotion 2
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS