PH 1000 - Survey of Photography

Credits: 3

In this freshman-level course, students will begin to explore the possibilities of the photographic industry. A variety of photographic career paths will be explored through lectures, research, writing, and photographic assignments. Students will begin to discover how each genre of photography might direct their work and affect their lifestyles.

Prerequisites: none.

Notes: (Formerly CP 1111 - Digital Photography I)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate the ability to conduct academic research through the writing of research papers and essays.
Apply an understanding of the photography industry through the creation of images that fit specific genres.
Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate images, and identify their genre and target audience, through written responses.

PH 1000 Course Learning Outcome Rubric

Required Textbooks:
The Short Story of Photography: A Pocket Guide to Key Genres, Works, Themes & Techniques, I. Smith, Laurence King Publishing, 2018, ISBN: 1786272016
Required Course Materials:

Entry-level DSLR or MILC Camera with appropriate memory cards & batteries
Camera Bag
Tripod
External Hard Drive (1TB or Larger)