2076-201, 202, 203
Imaging and Photo Tech Photography I
A three-quarter sequence study of the fundamentals of photography, with emphasis on the development of large-format camera skills as they relate to principles of optics, linear perspective, lighting and related areas of darkroom skills. Principles of creativity, craftsmanship, theory and visual communications and presentation are also introduced to support additional studies in the medium. Small- and medium-format camera skills are introduced in the second and third quarters to support the foundation theme of using camera systems as problem-solving tools for technical and visual communications. Emerging electronic imaging systems and technologies are introduced in the latter part of the course. Class 2, Lab 4, Credit 4

2076-471, 472, 473
Nature Photography
Students learn the fundamentals of professional nature photography as exhibited by such magazines as Audubon and National Wildlife. Topics include selection and care of equipment, use of strobes, adapting to adverse weather conditions, sales of photographs, copyright law, free-lancing and more. Students are required to spend a minimum of several hours per week shooting in natural environments. (2076-201, 202, 203 or instructor permission) Class 4, Field 4, Credit 4