Photography and Digital Imaging Certificate
This certificate provides fundamental vocational training for anyone who needs to create or utilize effective, compelling photographic images for visual communication. From practical application to conceptual execution, photography has implications across all academic disciplines from the arts to the sciences . This certificate is designed to develop the student’s technical proficiency and creative skill with lens-based media that they can then leverage in whatever career path they might pursue. Students will gain a thorough understanding of camera operation, post-production image editing and retouching, and critical aspects relating to the aesthetics of photography. This certificate is relevant for practically any major discipline across campus. Both fine art and documentary pathways are available.
Post-secondary Certificate - Photography and Digital Imaging
Summary
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Photography and Digital Imaging Certificate Required Courses | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Degree Specific Credits: 12
Required Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Photography and Digital Imaging Certificate Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete all of the following courses: | ||
| GDSN 149A | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| MART 255 | Photoshop: Art and Design | 3 |
| ARTZ 284A | Photo I-Technologies and Processes | 3 |
| or JRNL 257A | Beginning Video and Photojournalism | |
| MAR 251 | Digital Video Production Technology | 3 |
| or ARTZ 384 | Photo II-Theory, Criticism, Practice | |
| or ARTZ 383 | Analog Photography | |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Minimum Required Grade: C-