Photography Fundamentals - Certificate
The Photography Fundamentals Certificate is designed for those seeking to learn basic skills in digital still photography, image editing, organization and archiving. This certificate will assist beginner photographers, marketers, art directors, and graphic designers further their careers and add an additional skillset. All credits from this certificate may be applied toward the Photography technical diploma.
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Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $1,678, Books: $27, Supplies: $0
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Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tuition and fees for this program. https://www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/paying-for-college/tuition-and-fees?ProgramCode=902031
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the certificate in the number of semesters shown.
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Course Descriptions
Learn basic digital camera operations for capturing still images. Develop skills needed to create a proper exposure in various camera modes in addition to lens selection, lighting basics and creative compositions. Access to an SLR or mirrorless digital camera required.
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringPhotoshop is the essential tool for digital image manipulation in graphic design, web design, and photography. Students develop technical skills in solving visual design and production problems. Instruction covers Photoshop’s vast array of tools, filters, and procedures including workspace basics, image resizing, output preparation, layer management, selection strategies, editing and adjustment basics, composites, filters, and effects. A portfolio of digitally generated and manipulated images is completed to demonstrate course competencies and learning objectives have been met.
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Springorganize and manage a library of images by applying metadata and backup solutions. Course content covers functions of Adobe Lightroom. Creatively edit photos using basic retouching, image detailing and color correction in preparation for publishing or print.
Course Typically Offered: Fall SpringVideo basics for photographers. Create video using proper resolution, frame rates and exposure settings. Develop skills in composition, story development, basic video editing, and delivery formats. Access to an SLR or mirrorless digital camera required.
Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring