COMM 127 Industry Communications
You will practice fundamental employability skills related to oral and written communications. You will also practice employability skills related to working effectively with others. You will learn personal employability skills and the effect of attitudes and behaviours on successful job search and career advancement.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Independent Study, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
BCOM 120
COMM 127A
COMM 185
COMM 187
COMM 191
COMM 193
JOBS 190
TCOM 120
TCOM 140
COMP 103 Computer Platforms and Operation
You will investigate the similarities and differences of the most popular computer platforms.
2.0
Credit Units
24.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
COMP 104 Computer Peripherals
You will explore how peripheral devices are used to gather and export data.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 103 Black and White Negatives
Your studies will focus on correctly processing black and white negatives, optimizing the process to have negatives capable of making quality prints easily and storing those negatives in archival conditions.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 111 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 104 Black & White Print Production
You will discover how to select appropriate darkroom equipment and use it to make contact prints. This will be followed by making black and white photographic prints. You will go beyond exposing paper (to be in control of contrast and density) to make exhibition-quality prints.
5.0
Credit Units
75.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 103 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 105 Black and White Print Finishing
You will enhance the appearance and quality of your prints through the application of toning, spotting and handcolouring techniques.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 104 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 106 Workspace Management
You will become familiar with program facilities and practices (including aspects of program area utilization and maintenance). The course content includes workplace safety responsibilities and identifying chemicals in the workspace.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 108 Colour Print Production
You will combine colour theory and darkroom techniques to make colour-balanced contact prints and enlargements.
4.0
Credit Units
65.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 104 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 109 Colour Print Processor Maintenance
You will learn the maintenance, service and operating procedures of a photochemical processor.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 108 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
PHOT 110 Camera Mechanics and Operation
You will explore the mechanical variables that control exposure. You will discuss basic optical principles that explain the transmission and characteristics of light and their relevance to camera settings.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 111 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 111 Camera Equipment
You will learn how to correctly operate and care for 35 mm and medium-format cameras. You will also learn how to decide what equipment to take on an assignment and how to securely pack photographic tools for transport.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 112 Process Quality Control
You will learn how to plot the graphs that indicate the condition of colour photochemical processes. You will then monitor a chemical process, determine the condition of the process and be able to identify processing errors.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 109 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
PHOT 113 Portable Electronic Flash
You will become aware of and learn how to use some of the lighting techniques possible with on-camera flash equipment.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 114 Studio Flash Equipment and Light Ratios
You will acquire the skills needed to safely operate studio strobes and discover how light modifier tools change the quality and mood of light. You will also learn how the light ratio between shadows and highlights defines subjects using light.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 115 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 115 Properties of Light
You will discover the properties that define the characteristics and qualities of light. You will also discover how light meters work and how they are used to measure the colour and intensity of light.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 116 Camera to Subject Relationships
You will investigate compositional elements and how they are used to create interest in photographs.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 115 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 117 Mount Prints
You will attach photographic products to a variety of popular substrates.
2.0
Credit Units
24.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 118 Time Management
You will discover techniques used to prioritize tasks to maximize work productivity.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 119 Business Transactions
You will develop the skills needed to document the transactions that occur in a photographic workplace.
2.0
Credit Units
24.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
PHOT 120 Imaging Software Fundamentals
You will discover how the tools in Adobe Photoshop can select and manipulate digital image information.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
COMP 104 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 121 Digital Cameras
You will explore the principles of operating a digital camera.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 120 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 122 Digital Scanning Systems
You will discover various scanner types, explore their use and acquire image files using standardized techniques.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
COMP 104 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 121 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 123 Image File Exports
You will explore a number of image file export options that are employed to move digital information to photographic prints or film.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
PHOT 122 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 203 Photographic Copywork
You will discover how to duplicate images by applying digital tools to copying techniques.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
WORK 107 Work Experience 1
You will use your photographic skills in a workplace. Your photographic and employability skills will be evaluated by someone in the photographic industry.
0.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Prior Learning, Work Experience - Group
Prerequisites:
COMM 127 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 112 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 118 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 119 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 123 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 200 Workspace Monitor
You will delegate responsibilities for the day-to-day operation of the Applied Photography program. Areas of operations include mixing chemistry, general cleanup and equipment sign-out.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 118 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 201 View Camera Operation
You will learn how to solve photographic problems through the application of camera techniques made possible when working with a technical camera.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 108 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 110 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 114 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 117 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 202 Continuous Light Sources
Your studies will focus on using continuous light sources to define the tone, shape and textures of subjects.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 111 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 117 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 123 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 204 Digital Enhancement
You will explore the use of Photoshop tools to enhance and repair photographic images.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 205 Advanced Imaging Techniques
Using Photoshop, you will combine photographs and digital effects to build dynamic powerful images.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 206 Colour Management and System Calibration
You will learn how to calibrate the components of a digital photographic system in order to output predictable and repeatable image quality.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 123 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 207 Promotional Materials
You will use digital tools to create and assemble display materials to promote your photographic skills.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 204 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 205 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 208 Electronic Portfolio
You will design and create a Web page that showcases your photographic skills. It will be loaded on a server and available for viewing.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 204 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 205 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 209 Product Lighting
You will discover techniques of using light to describe the shape, tone and texture of objects.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 121 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 201 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 202 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 210 Advertising and Illustrative Images
You will design and create photographic illustrations by combining compositional rules and lighting techniques.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 209 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 211 Portrait Lighting
You will investigate the effects of lighting in defining portrait subjects. You will also learn how to incorporate props and backgrounds into portraits.
2.0
Credit Units
35.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 121 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 201 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 202 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 212 Portraiture Techniques
You will add posing to your lighting skills to make dynamic portraits.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 211 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 213 Tonal Harmony
You will combine some elements of tone and colour to create mood in photographs.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 105 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 108 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 114 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 215 Studio/Client Dynamics
You will establish an environment conducive to making a portrait sitting a productive and pleasant experience.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
COMM 127 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 123 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 216 Cost Analysis
You will identify some of the costs involved in running a photography business.
1.0
Credit Units
18.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 119 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 123 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 217 Photographic Business Skills
You will discover the process of creating a business and learn how to develop an accounting system to track its financial state.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
COMM 127 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 216 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 218 Marketing and Promotion
You will explore methods of placing a value on the work you produce and selling those images at a fair price.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 207 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 216 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 219 Legal Issues in Photography
You will investigate the ownership rights of the work you produce and how to sell usage rights of your work.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
PHOT 220 Portfolio Projects
You will showcase the skills you have acquired while creating display materials for your portfolio.
3.0
Credit Units
50.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 210 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 212 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 221 Photographic Exhibition
You will assemble a portfolio of images into a display from the assignments you completed in other courses.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 210 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 212 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 222 Photojournalism and Editorial Photography
You will explore the fundamental principles of making news-worthy photographs, from feature photos to hard news, with emphasis on the importance of the still photograph as a conveyor of information, and the power of the photograph as an influence on public opinion in contemporary print media. You will discuss ethical and moral considerations in photographing current events, freedom of the press, and the public¿s right to know.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
PHOT 223 Stock Photography
You will explore the creation and marketing of stock photography. Topics covered will include stock agencies, marketing techniques, designing user-orientated conceptual images, presentation and packaging of submissions, and the business of stock photography.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PHOT 206 Minimum Grade of 60
WORK 202 Work Experience 2
You will use your photographic skills in a workplace. Your photographic skills will be evaluated by someone in the photographic industry.
0.0
Credit Units
66.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Work Experience - Group
Prerequisites:
PHOT 210 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHOT 212 Minimum Grade of 60
