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.
Students should choose the appropriate faculty for academic advising based on their last name: Terry Abrams (A-M) and Donald Werthmann (P-Z).
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 is recommended for MTA transfer
- 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 | |
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 |