Graphic Design Occupational - Photography Concentration 2702, A.S. Career/Tech

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A Two-Year Program Leading to the A.S. Degree

This program teaches students to solve photographic problems through the skillful use of camera, lighting, laboratory, and electronic techniques. The program includes experiences in commercial, general, and digital photography. Graduates of this program are prepared for the following employment opportunities: commercial or portrait studio, hospital or research laboratory, newspaper, photo-finishing laboratory, digital imaging service, retail photo sales, or independent business ownership.

Major Program Requirements

ARTT 111 - Visual Design 3 hrs
ARTT 120 - Introduction to Traditional and Digital Photography 3 hrs
ARTT 221 - Photography II (Digital Photography) 3 hrs
ARTT 223 - Lighting and Commercial Photography I 3 hrs
ARTT 224 - Lighting and Commercial Photography II 3 hrs
ARTT 226 - Video for Photographers 3 hrs
DESN 140 - Computer Imaging 3 hrs
DESN 155 - Computer Page Layout 3 hrs
DESN 201 - Graphic Design/Visual Communication I 3 hrs
DESN 205 - Graphic Design for Electronic Media 3 hrs
DESN 240 - Computer Illustration II 3 hrs
DESN 250 - Portfolio Review 3 hrs

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Composition
ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3 hrs
Mathematics
100-level or higher Mathematics (MATH or MATT) Elective 3 hrs
Speech
COMM 143 - Speech 3 hrs -or- COMM 148 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hrs
Laboratory Science
Laboratory Science Elective 4 hrs
Social Science
Social Science Elective 3 hrs
UCC Electives
ARTT 220 - Photography I 3 hrs
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Writing, or Fitness/Wellness electives 5 hrs
List of elective courses

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Semester I

ARTT 111 - Visual Design 3 hrs
ARTT 120 - Introduction to Traditional and Digital Photography 3 hrs
ARTT 220 - Photography I 3 hrs (S)
DESN 140 - Computer Imaging 3 hrs
ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3 hrs

Total Hours: 15

Semester II

ARTT 221 - Photography II (Digital Photography) 3 hrs
ARTT 223 - Lighting and Commercial Photography I 3 hrs
DESN 155 - Computer Page Layout 3 hrs
DESN 201 - Graphic Design/Visual Communication I 3 hrs
100-level or higher Mathematics (MATH or MATT) Elective 3 hrs

Total Hours: 15

Semester III

ARTT 226 - Video for Photographers 3 hrs
COMM 143 - Speech 3 hrs -or- COMM 148 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hrs
DESN 205 - Graphic Design for Electronic Media 3 hrs
DESN 240 - Computer Illustration II 3 hrs
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Writing, or Fitness/Wellness Electives 3 hrs

Total Hours: 15

Semester IV

ARTT 224 - Lighting and Commercial Photography II 3 hrs
DESN 250 - Portfolio Review 3 hrs (WR)
Laboratory Science Elective 4 hrs
Social Science Elective 3 hrs
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Writing, or Fitness/Wellness Elective 2 hrs

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Graphic Design Occupational - Photography Concentration 2702, A.S. Career/Tech

A Two-Year Program Leading to the A.S. Degree

Major Program Requirements

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Semester I

Total Hours: 15

Semester II

Total Hours: 15

Semester III

Total Hours: 15

Semester IV

Total Hours: 15

Total Hours: 60