Photographic Technology [2044]

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Associate in Science Degree

(60 Credit Hours)

Program Manager

Eska Palmer
941-752-5558
PalmerC@SCF.edu

Program Goal

Photographic Technology provides students with a technical and theoretical study of photography that prepares them for a career in advertising, commercial, editorial, or fine art photography. At the core of the program is visual communication. Using analog and digital techniques to convey a narrative, intention, concept, or client’s perspective are the skills emphasized in the curriculum. Courses may include darkroom photography, digital imaging, location lighting, studio lighting, and photojournalism. Students will be in critique-based courses that prepare them for the demands of a technology driven career in photography.

Program Learning Outcomes

Formulate and Apply concepts and theories in color, composition, contrast, design, and light
Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices and knowledge of current industry standards and techniques
Apply problem solving concepts using 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 Category A, Area II, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Social Sciences Choose from, Category A, Area III, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Humanities Choose from, Category A, Area IV, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Natural Science Choose from, Category A, 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)
PGY 2000 - History of Photography (3 Credit Hours)
ART 1201C - Two-Dimensional Design (3 Credit Hours)
ART 1205C - Color Fundamentals (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2401C - Photography I (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 1800C - Digital Imaging I (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 2405C - Advanced Imaging (3 Credit Hours)
PGY 2801C - Digital Imaging II (3 Credit Hours)
JOU 2602 - Introduction to Photojournalism (3 Credit Hours)
ENT 2000 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3 Credit Hours)
OR
ENT 2120 - Digital Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
ART 2950 - Portfolio Preparation (3 Credit Hours)
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