SRJC Art 83 - Intermediate Digital Photography Overview Rev. 1 - 08.17

Online Syllabus :

T/Th - 3.0 - http://www.basearts.com/curriculum/SRJC.Intermediate.DigitalPhoto.htm

Outline:
http://www.basearts.com/curriculum/IntermedDigPhotoOutline.html

Current Course Description: https://portal.santarosa.edu/SRWeb/SR_CourseOutlines.aspx?mode=1&CVID=36800&Semester=20177

Overview (this document): http://www.basearts.com/curriculum/intermedDigPhotoOverview.html

Required Text :

Short Course in Digital Photography, A, 3/E Barbara London

Required Supplies / Equipment:

A 6 Megapixel (or greater) digital camera is required. (* preferably with MANUAL CONTROL MODES - M, Av,Tv(S)

Example Camera Models :

- Olympus PL or PM -1,2,3
- Canon G15-16, S95, Digital Rebel(s) XTi , XT1,2,3,4i
- Nikon P700, P100, D3000, 3100,3200

Students are required to obtain backup media to store class example files and work in progress - Flash drives/cards, memory sticks, removable harddrives, etc...  

Students are also required to have an e-mail account.  This can be accessed through the lab and may be a free account like those available from Hotmail, Yahoo, Freemail, Excite, etc.  The instructor will assist students in obtaining an e-mail account if necessary.  Students will be expected to check this e-mail account at least twice a week.  General class announcements will be reported via e-mail.

Description:

Intermediate level digital photography course in asset management and image processing for the professional photographer, using cutting edge, industry software, such as Adobe Lightroom. Students need to bring their own Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR camera).

(Grade Only) 
Prerequisites:
Course Completion of ART 82 
Recommended:
 
Limits on Enrollment:

Transfer Credit:
CSU;
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

Outcomes and Objectives:

1. Import RAW images from camera into Lightroom, making use of organizational and output
    abilities of the software.
2. Prepare files to be exported for screen-based and print output.
3. Create and manage digital workflow and archives from digital files.
4. Create a portfolio of work demonstrating technical and conceptual competency.

Objectives:
1. Import, process and export RAW files.
2. Use proper workflow strategies in Lightroom.
3. Manage digital assets.
4. Import digital images for editing.
5. Properly use Library, Develop, and Output modules in Lightroom.
6. Integrate Lightroom with other editing software.
7. Create, critique and edit photographs in order to assemble a cohesive portfolio of digital
    photos demonstrating technical and conceptual competency.
8. Safely handle and maintain digital imaging hardware and materials.  
9. Use Lightroom to prepare professional quality images for printing and/or digital distribution.

Topics and Scope
:
I. Camera RAW format and RAW conversion process
     A. RAW sensor data
     B. Digital Negative
     C. Proprietary RAW formats such as .TIF, .NEF, .CR2, .CRW
     D. Converting to JPGs, PSDs and TIFFs via camera manufactured converter or software such
          as Lightroom or Adobe Camera RAW
II. Portfolio Images
    A. Usage of appropriate digital camera RAW
    B. View in library
    C. Selection
III. Library and Develop Module in Lightroom or other current software
     A. Organization and cataloging
     B. Metadata and keywords
     C. Development of photos, including white balance, tint, exposure, highlights, shadows,
          brightness, contrast, cropping, sharpening, noise, saturation and grayscale
IV. Print or Screen-based output
     A. Export
     B. Color profiles and color analyzer
     C. Archival considerations
V. Critiquing
    A. Analytical examination including technical choices
    B. Aesthetic judgment
    C. Composition
    D. Visual literacy
    E. Creative process
VI. Presentation
    A. Concept and content
    B. Archival methods
    C. Technical considerations
    D. Portfolio sequencing
    E. Displays

Assignments:

1. Written personal responses
2. Lab: Weekly photo assignments and class critiques, applying concepts presented in lecture
3. Homework assignments applying concepts presented in lecture and practiced in lab
4. Quizzes (1 - 2)
5. Digital and/or hard copy portfolio of final work

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. Writing
0 - 5%
Written personal responses
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because problem solving assessments and skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. Problem Solving
40 - 55%
A portfolio of final work and various photo assignments
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. Skill Demonstrations
25 - 40%
Weekly photo assignments and class critiques
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. Exams
10 - 15%
Quizzes
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. Other Category
10 - 25%
Attendance and participation in lab

Representative Textbooks:
A Short Course in Digital Photography. Stone, Jim and Upton, John and London, Barbara. Pearson: 2015
Capture on Pro 9: Mastering Raw Development, Image Processing and Asset Management. Emi, Sascha. Rockynook: 2016
Lights and Lens (2nd). Hirsch, Robert. Focal Press: 2012 (classic)
Instructor prepared materials

SRJC District Policy Manual

SRJC District Policies and Procedures Policy Manual: http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/

Course Syllabi (Policy): http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/3acadpro/3.9.1P.pdf

Grading (Policy): http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/3acadpro/3.10.pdf

Grading (Procedure): http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/3acadpro/3.10P.pdf

Academic Integrity (Policy) http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/3acadpro/3.11.pdf

Academic Integrity (Procedure): http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/3acadpro/3.11P.pdf

Absence Reporting (Procedure): http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/4person/4.7.1P.pdf

Attendance Policy: http://www.santarosa.edu/polman/8stuserv/8.1.5.pdf

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Students are expected to attend all of every class meeting unless they have received prior permission from the instructor. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class meeting. Anyone absent when attendance is taken will be assumed absent from the class.   If you are late to class it is your responsibility to make sure your attendance is acknowledged by talking to the instructor. 

If you are intending to drop the class, please notify the instructor.  You should not assume that the instructor will automatically drop you because of absences.  If you stop attending classes and you do not drop the class, and the instructor has not dropped you from the class; the instructor may be required to give you a grade of F for the class.

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Attendance Requirements

It shall be the policy of the Sonoma County Junior College District to maintain an attendance policy and procedures consistent with State and local requirements.
1. Attendance
a. Students are expected to attend all sessions of the course in which they are enrolled.
b. Any student with excessive absences may be dropped from the class.
2. Excessive Absence Defined
a. A student may be dropped from any class when that student's absences exceed ten percent (10%) of the total hours of class time.
b. Instructors shall state in each course syllabus what constitutes excessive absence for that course.
3. Excused vs. Unexcused absences
a. Unless state or federal law requires that the absence be deemed excused, no instructor shall be required to make a distinction between excused and unexcused absences.
b. If individual Instructors wish to distinguish between excused and unexcused absences the instructor shall state in each course syllabus all criteria for any excused absences in addition to those required by state or federal law.
4. Nonattendance
a. Students who fail to attend the first two class meetings of a full semester course, or the first class meeting for classes that meet once a week may be dropped by the instructor. For classes that meet online, students must log on and initiate participation by 11:59 p.m. of the third day from the official start date of the class.
b. Faculty are required to drop all No-Show students by the Census Date of each census course. A No-Show is an enrolled student who has not attended any class meeting of the course at any time, or who has not contacted the instructor to make arrangements to remain enrolled in the course. For classes that meet online, a No-Show is an enrolled student who has not logged on and initiated active participation by 11:59 p.m. of the third day from the official start date of the class.
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Emergency Evacuation Plan
In the event of an emergency during class that requires evacuation of the building,
please leave the class immediately, but calmly. Our class will meet OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING
to make sure everyone got out of the building safely and to
receive further instructions. (If the class is on a second or higher floor, provide clear
directions to the stairs). If you are a student with a disability who may need assistance in
an evacuation, please see me during my office hours as soon as possible so we can
discuss an evacuation plan.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
If you need disability related accommodations for this class, such as a note taker, test
taking services, special furniture, etc., please provide the Authorization for Academic
Accommodations (AAA letter) from the Disability Resources Department (DRD) to the
instructor as soon as possible. You may also speak with the instructor privately during
office hours about your accommodations. If you have not received authorization from
DRD, it is recommended that you contact them directly. DRD is located in Anal