Digital Photography [2044]

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Associate in Science Degree

(60 Credit Hours)

Program Manager

Andrew Webster
941-752-5558
WebsteA@SCF.edu

Program Goal

This program prepares qualified designers, authors, journalists, media-makers, artists and communicators who can manipulate the latest technology and procedures for digital media presentations. Skills learned include components and construction of narrative and documentary video/film and still photography, digital audio, video and graphic design, and broadcast and new media programming with an emphasis on traditional and Internet distribution methods. Display, sales and distribution of multimedia products are primary outcomes.

Program Learning Outcomes

Formulate and Apply concepts and theories in light, design, color and composition
Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices and knowledge of current industry standards and techniques
Create photographs based on analog and digital techniques
Create a portfolio of work and promotional materials utilizing contemporary standards
Apply critical thinking skills and critical analysis to final projects

General Education Courses

ENC 1101 - Written Communication I (3 Credit Hours)
Mathematics Choose from Area II, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Social Sciences Choose from Area III, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Humanities Choose from Area IV, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Natural Science Choose from Area V, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)

Subtotal Credit Hours: 15

Program Specialization Courses

Please consult the course description section of the catalog for any prerequisites.

PGY 2101C - Visual Literacy: Photography (3 Credit Hours)
ART 2950 - Portfolio Preparation (3 Credit Hours)
FIL 1420 - Digital Production- Non Fiction (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2000 - History of Photography (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2401C - Photography I (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience (3 Credit Hours) OR
FIL 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience In Film/Video (3 Credit Hours)
FIL 1000 - Introduction to Film and Television (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 1800C - Digital Imaging I (3 Credit Hours)
DIG 2000 - Media Interpretation and Adaptation (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2201C - Studio Lighting Techniques (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2224C - Location Photography (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2404C - Photography II (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2801C - Digital Imaging II (3 Credit Hours)
GRA 1100C - Introduction to Computer Graphics (3 Credit Hours)
FIL 2949 - Internship in Film/Video (3 Credit Hours) OR
PGY 2949 - Internship in Photography (3 Credit Hours)

Subtotal Credit Hours: 45

Total Credit Hours: 60

Note(s)

Articulated credit from a technical college/secondary school may be applicable. For more information click here: http://www.scf.edu/Academics/CareerTechnicalEducation/Career_Pthwys.asp.

Degree Pathway

Required Courses and recommended Sequence: The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program. Developmental courses and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Course availability within the program sequences is specifically intended for full-time students who begin their course work with the fall semester. Students should always consult their online degree planner for the catalog year that they entered the college, and contact their program manager to better understand typical course availability and individual program planning.

Please follow link to: http://www.scf.edu/Academics/degree-pathways.asp