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PHOTO- 199 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes

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PHOTO- 204 Exploring Photography (3.00 cr.)
Humanities and the Arts - Creative/Performing Arts
Repeatable: No
Fundamentals of analog and digital photography with an emphasis on technical processes, principles of composition, aesthetics and paradigms of visual literacy. Students must provide a digital camera with a manually adjustable shutter and aperture.

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PHOTO- 299 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes

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PHOTO- 305 Photo Processes (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced monochromatic photography: aesthetics, advanced theory, view-camera techniques, studio lighting, materials and equipment selection, sheet-film processing, specialized processes and techniques. A special course fee applies.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 310 Introduction to Photographic Lighting (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to the essential concepts of lighting for still and moving image photography. Emphasis is on the application and control of natural and artificial light in studio and location photography.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-130

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PHOTO- 311 Advertising And Public Relations Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of advertising and public relations photography trends and practices. The relationship between photography, typography and design, image capture, manipulation, file management, workflow, output, as well as identifying and meeting client needs and expecations are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 330 Video Production Fundamentals (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of digital audio and video production fundamentals with emphasis on workflow, digital capture, editing and manipulation and delivery alternatives.

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PHOTO- 335 Film-History And Appreciation (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Evolution of motion picture film as medium of mass communication and aesthetic expression; contributions of noted film producers.

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PHOTO- 340 History Of Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Survey of the scientific and aesthetic development of photography from its beginnings to the recent practices of photographic technologies in the context of post-modernity. Examine the diversity of styles, techniques, methods, and ideologies of selected photographers focusing on their contributions and influences in advertising, art, fashion, communication technology and pop culture.

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PHOTO- 399 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes

Department consent

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PHOTO- 411 Photojournalism And Documentary Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of photojournalism and documentary trends and practices for editorial publication. The importance of the still photograph as a conveyor of information and influence on public opinion is emphasized. Ethical and moral considerations, freedom of press and the public's right to know are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 412 Nature Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Fundamentals of conventional and digital photography, camera techniques, composition, aesthetics, exposure, and light in relation to animals, plants, water, weather and landscapes. Emphasis on appropriate photographic equipment and field techniques for nature photography. Student must provide an adjustable camera. A special course fee applies.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 415 Advertising Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of the technical and conceptual aspects of still and moving image advertising photography trends and practices. The relationship between marketing, design and photography in communicating with target audiences through cross-channel media are stressed.

Prerequisites: take PHOTO-310 and PHOTO-330

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PHOTO- 430 Video/Cinema Practicum (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Cross discipline teams explore a selected topic(s) through the completion of professional level video/cinema project(s), from concept to distribution digital media.

Prerequisite: take MEDIA-330

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PHOTO- 441 Fashion And Glamour Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of fashion and glamour photography trends and practices for advertising and editorial publication. Emphasis is placed on studio and location lighting, working with models, hair and make-up artists as well as wardrobe and prop stylists. The importance of concept and design in creating effective images is stressed.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 451 Product Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Photography of natural and manufactured products for illustration, documentation, catalog and aesthetic purposes. Studio and field shooting, lighting for various product characteristics and locations, markets and market requirements, photographer-client relations, legal issues. 35mm single lens reflex, medium format, view or adjustable digital (3 megapixel minimum) camera required.

Prerequisite: take PHOTO-204

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PHOTO- 495 Professional Portfolio Development (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Capstone experience for the Applied Photography minor. Students fine tune their direction and concentrate on the area they intend to specialize in their professional career. Students design and produce a portfolio to be evaluated by representative professionals. Standards of professional practice are emphasized.

Prerequisites: 18 credits of MEDIA courses

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PHOTO- 499 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No

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PHOTO- 505 Photo Processes (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced monochromatic photography: aesthetics, advanced theory, view-camera techniques, studio lighting, materials and equipment selection, sheet-film processing, specialized processes and techniques. A special course fee applies.

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PHOTO- 510 Introduction to Photographic Lighting (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to the essential concepts of lighting for still and moving image photography. Emphasis is placed on the application and control of natural and artificial light in studio and location photography.

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PHOTO- 511 Advertising And Public Relations Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of advertising and public relations photography trends and practices. The relationship between photography, typography and design, image capture, manipulation, file management, workflow, output, as well as identifying and meeting client needs and expecations are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

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PHOTO- 530 Video Production Fundamentals (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of digital audio and video production fundamentals with emphasis on workflow, digital capture, editing and manipulation and delivery alternatives.

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PHOTO- 535 Film-History And Appreciation (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Evolution of motion picture film as medium of mass communication and aesthetic expression; contributions of noted film producers.

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PHOTO- 540 History Of Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of the scientific and aesthetic development of photography from its beginnings to the recent practices of photographic technologies in the context of post-modernity. Examine the diversity of styles, techniques, methods, and ideologies of selected photographers focusing on their contributions and influences in advertising, art, fashion, communication technology and pop culture.

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PHOTO- 611 Photojournalism And Documentary Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of photojournalism and documentary trends and practices for editorial publication. The importance of the still photograph as a conveyor of information and influence on public opinion is emphasized. Ethical and moral considerations, freedom of press and the public's right to know are stressed. A digital SLR camera is required.

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PHOTO- 612 Nature Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Fundamentals of conventional and digital photography, camera techniques, composition, aesthetics, exposure, and light in relation to animals, plants, water, weather and landscapes. Emphasis on appropriate photographic equipment and field techniques for nature photography. Student must provide an adjustable camera. A special course fee applies.

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PHOTO- 615 Advertising Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of the technical and conceptual aspects of still and moving image advertising photography trends and practices. The relationship between marketing, design and photography in communicating with target audiences through cross-channel media are stressed.

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PHOTO- 630 Video/Cinema Practicum (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Cross discipline teams explore a selected topic(s) through the completion of professional level video/cinema project(s), from concept to distribution digital media.

Prerequisite: take MEDIA-530

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PHOTO- 641 Fashion And Glamour Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
A survey of fashion and glamour photography trends and practices for advertising and editorial publication. Emphasis is placed on studio and location lighting, working with models, hair and make-up artists as well as wardrobe and prop stylists. The importance of concept and design in creating effective images is stressed.

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PHOTO- 651 Product Photography (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Photography of natural and manufactured products for illustration, documentation, catalog and aesthetic purposes. Studio and field shooting, lighting for various product characteristics and locations, markets and market requirements, photographer-client relations, legal issues. 35mm single lens reflex, medium format, view or adjustable digital (3 megapixel minimum) camera required.

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PHOTO- 695 Professional Portfolio Development (3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Capstone experience for the Applied Photography minor. Students fine tune their direction and concentrate on the area they intend to specialize in their professional career. Students design and produce a portfolio to be evaluated by representative professionals. Standards of professional practice are emphasized.

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PHOTO- 799 Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes

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