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COM1205 Photography – Introduction

Introductory · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description
Students develop essential skills in camera use with a focus on basic composition, set-up and examination of exposure. Students operate a camera to capture images and produce final display proofs.
Prerequisite
COM1005: Visual Composition
Parameters
Access to a camera with the ability to control aperture and shutter speed independently, and to processing and display equipment. Note: The term photograph refers to either a physical or digital representation, depending on equipment available to the student.
Supporting courses
COM1015: Media

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 describe the role of photography in society; e.g., art, social statement, entertainment, historical record, illustrating ideas and concepts, scientific research, exploration

  • 2 use various photographic equipment, image-capture devices, materials and processes to demonstrate basic photographic skills

    • 2.1 identify and describe the key components and functions of a camera

    • 2.2 classify different types of image-capture devices and some of their potential applications

    • 2.3 explain the rule of thirds as it applies to photographic composition and framing

    • 2.4 identify the light sources and their roles in manipulating mood, given a set of photographs/ images

    • 2.5 explain the concept of focus in photography and differentiate between those photographs that are in focus and those that are out of focus

    • 2.6 explain the notion of depth of field in photography and differentiate between those photographs that have a long depth of field and those that have a shallow depth of field

    • 2.7 use correct terminology in the context of photographic work and during presentations

    • 2.8 load and unload photographic film and/or storage media from a camera

    • 2.9 differentiate between a snap shot and a planned photograph by:

      • 2.9.1 framing for composition

      • 2.9.2 focal point

      • 2.9.3 camera placement; e.g., not a view of the top of the dog’s back—get down to subject level

      • 2.9.4 choosing vertical or horizontal format—changing camera direction

      • 2.9.5 being aware of the background; e.g., not having a tree appear to be growing out of the subject’s head

      • 2.9.6 dynamic range

      • 2.9.7 field of view

      • 2.9.8 depth of field

      • 2.9.9 using a camera/image-capture device to capture and log aperture and shutter for least 24 images

      • 2.9.10 demonstrating an understanding of shutter speeds and aperture, basic composition (e.g., balance, line, perspective, rule of thirds, repetition), lighting (e.g., natural, artificial)

  • 3 describe and/or use various processing methods; e.g., black and white, colour, digital

    • 3.1 process images and print or display at least six images in proofing and in final format

    • 3.2 process photographs to produce prints, images or displays

    • 3.3 identify and demonstrate darkroom safety precautions and protocol (if applicable)

  • 4 choose the proper International Standards Organization (ISO) light sensitivity/film speed and/or resolution setting, file format and image capture (camera) settings for good image capture; e.g., 64, 100, 160, 200, 400, 640, 800, 1600, raw, jpeg

    • 4.1 explain what the International Standards Organization (ISO) system refers to when adjusting the ISO setting on film and/or digital type cameras; e.g., sensitivity to light by the film or digital sensor resulting in either film grain or digital noise

    • 4.2 capture images using an image-capture device/camera, considering:

      • 4.2.1 each image to be in focus

      • 4.2.2 basic composition guideline: the rule of thirds

      • 4.2.3 clear focal point

    • 4.3 create photographic images that generate curiosity and discussion

  • 5 present a selection of work completed in this course to an audience

    • 5.1 create a display using a minimum of five predefined photographs

    • 5.2 discuss each photograph regarding:

      • 5.2.1 illustrating expectations

      • 5.2.2 how the composition guidelines help facilitate good arrangement in his or her work

      • 5.2.3 the technical and creative aspects of the work; e.g., quality, focus, rule of thirds

      • 5.2.4 areas of challenge and solutions (if applicable)

      • 5.2.5 meeting school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language

      • 5.2.6 the use of tools and equipment; e.g., compare a photograph with a photo log

    • 5.3 participate in peer/teacher assessment

    • 5.4 add the selected work to a portfolio

  • 6 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines

    • 6.1 demonstrate good health and safety practices; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture

    • 6.2 demonstrate security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work

  • 7 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 7.1.1 communicate

      • 7.1.2 manage information

      • 7.1.3 use numbers

      • 7.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 7.2.2 be responsible

      • 7.2.3 be adaptable

      • 7.2.4 learn continuously

      • 7.2.5 work safely

    • 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 7.3.1 work with others

      • 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 8 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 8.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 8.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

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