COM2215 Photography – Communication

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

Description: Students use photographic prints or digital images to communicate a message or tell a story.
Prerequisite: COM1205: Photography – Introduction
Parameters: Access to a camera and to processing, display and audio equipment. Note: The term photograph refers to either a physical or digital representation, depending on equipment available to the student. Supported Course: COM2205: Photography – Composition

Outcomes The student will:

1 plan to communicate a message or story
- 1.1 prepare an outline, script, shot list and/or storyboard for a message or story
- 1.2 identify and describe storytelling and storyboarding techniques
2 produce photographic images to communicate a message or tell a story
- 2.1 select appropriate subjects and/or topics and capture required photographic images
- 2.2 select images for display and/or presentation
- 2.3 create graphics and captions to accompany images
- 2.4 select and use equipment to complete the assignment
- 2.5 present the completed production for feedback
3 enhance presentation through various means; e.g., music, narration, captions, animation, silence
4 perform interim critiques and make necessary revisions
5 present a selection of work completed in this course to an audience
- 5.1 discuss each photograph regarding:
  - 5.1.1 how the composition guidelines help facilitate good arrangement in his or her work
  - 5.1.2 the technical and creative aspects of the work; e.g., quality, focus, interest, writing
  - 5.1.3 areas of challenge/difficulty (if applicable)
  - 5.1.4 meeting school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language
  - 5.1.5 the use of tools and equipment
- 5.2 participate in peer/teacher assessment
- 5.3 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 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 8.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 8.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities