Description
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-G), Jennifer Baker (H-O), Donald Werthmann (P-Z).
Articulation
College for Creative Studies, BFA degree; Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees. Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php .
Contact Information
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Digital Media Arts Dept
- Advisors
- Terry Abrams (advises students with last name beginning A-G)
- Jennifer Baker (advises students with last name beginning H-O)
- Donald Werthmann (advises students with last name beginning P-Z)
Course Requirements
First Semester
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHO 117 | Introduction to the Studio | 4 | |
| PHO 129 | Black and White Digital Imaging | 4 | |
| Restricted Courses 1 - Complete additional credits from the PHO electives (100 level and above) and/or the following courses: ANI 150, ANI 155, ANI 160, GDT 100, GDT 104, GDT 106, GDT 108, GDT 112, VID 105, VID 125, WEB 110 | 3 | ||
| Elective | Math Elective(s)** | 3 | |
| Total | 14 |
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHO 103 | History of Photography*** | 3 | |
| PHO 211 or | Large Format Photography I | ||
| PHO 220 | Advanced Studio Techniques**** | 3 | |
| PHO 228 | Digital Photo Imaging II | 4 | |
| Restricted Courses 2 - Complete additional credits from the PHO electives (100 level and above) and/or the following courses: ANI 150, ANI 155, ANI 160, GDT 100, GDT 104, GDT 106, GDT 108, GDT 112, VID 105, VID 125, WEB 110 | 3 | ||
| Elective | Soc. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 16 |
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHO 230 | Portfolio Projects | 3 | |
| PHO 231 | Portfolio Seminar | 4 | |
| Restricted Courses 3 - Complete additional credits from the PHO electives (100 level and above) and/or the following courses: ANI 150, ANI 155, ANI 160, GDT 100, GDT 104, GDT 106, GDT 108, GDT 112, VID 105, VID 125, WEB 110 | 3 | ||
| Elective | Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Elective | Speech/Comp. Elective(s)***** | 3 | |
| Total | 16 |
Total Credits Required: 60