Photographic Technology (AAS)
Program Code: APPHOT
Credential: Associate in Applied Science
This program provides a comprehensive foundation in digital and film based photography. Through a combination of required basic courses and specialized elective courses, the student customizes the program to his or her particular interest in the photographic industry. Students have opportunities to work with a variety of advanced photographic equipment including digital cameras, view cameras, traditional darkroom, and various types of studio and location lighting systems. Graduating students produce professional portfolios and self-promotional materials to find employment in a variety of areas such as photographic assisting, photojournalism, fine art, freelance, portrait and wedding photography. Students also complete the program to use photography as a means of personal expression, and as preparation for transferring to four-year baccalaureate programs.
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, BS degree
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: http://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.
Minimum Credits Required for the Program: 60
Full-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PHO 111 | Photography I | 4 |
| PHO 122 | Film and Darkroom Photography | 3 |
| Math Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Writing Elective(s) 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| PHO 103 | History of Photography 3 | 3 |
| PHO 117 | Introduction to the Studio | 4 |
| PHO 127 | Digital Photo Imaging I | 4 |
| Speech/Comp. Elective(s) 4 | 3 | |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| PHO 129 | Black and White Digital Imaging | 4 |
| PHO 211 | Large Format Photography I | 3 |
| PHO 228 | Digital Photo Imaging II | 4 |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| PHO 230 | Portfolio Projects | 3 |
| PHO 231 | Portfolio Seminar | 4 |
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
- 1
MTH 125 Everyday College Math or MTH 125X Everyday College Math is recommended for MTA transfer. Completion of MTH 125X will not raise the student's Academic Math Level to 3, which is required for at least one of the elective course options for this program.
- 2
ENG 111 Composition I is recommended for MTA transfer
- 3
PHO 103 History of Photography fulfills the Arts and Humanities General Education requirement
- 4
COM 102 Interpersonal Communication is recommended
Part-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PHO 111 | Photography I | 4 |
| PHO 122 | Film and Darkroom Photography | 3 |
| Writing Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 10 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| PHO 117 | Introduction to the Studio | 4 |
| PHO 127 | Digital Photo Imaging I | 4 |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| PHO 103 | History of Photography 2 | 3 |
| Math Elective(s) 3 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| PHO 129 | Black and White Digital Imaging | 4 |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| PHO 228 | Digital Photo Imaging II | 4 |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Sixth Semester | ||
| Speech/Comp. Elective(s) 4 | 3 | |
| APPHOT Restricted Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Seventh Semester | ||
| PHO 211 | Large Format Photography I | 3 |
| PHO 230 | Portfolio Projects | 3 |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Eighth Semester | ||
| PHO 231 | Portfolio Seminar | 4 |
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
- 1
ENG 111 Composition I is recommended for MTA transfer
- 2
PHO 103 History of Photography fulfills the Arts and Humanities general education requirement
- 3
MTH 125 Everyday College Math or MTH 125X Everyday College Math is recommended for MTA transfer. Completion of MTH 125X will not raise the student's Academic Math Level to 3, which is required for at least one of the elective course options for this program.
- 4
COM 102 Interpersonal Communication is recommended
APPHOT Restricted Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DMA Restricted Electives: Complete additional credits from the PHO electives (100 level and above) and/or the following courses: | ||
| ANI 150 | 3D Modeling & Production Pipeline | 4 |
| ANI 155 | Textures and Studio Lighting for Animation | 4 |
| ANI 160 | Fundamentals of Movement and Animation | 4 |
| GDT 100 | Typography I | 4 |
| GDT 104 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 4 |
| GDT 106 | Illustrator Graphics | 3 |
| GDT 108 | Photoshop Graphics | 3 |
| GDT 112 | Principles and Problem-Solving in Graphic Design | 4 |
| VID 105 | Foundations in Digital Video I | 4 |
| VID 125 | Foundations in Digital Video II | 4 |
| WEB 110 | Web Development I | 4 |