Art Degrees Online

Curriculum
First Quarter
ENG101 English I show details
PH101 Principles of Photography show details
RS099 Student Success Seminar show details
RS100 Computer Applications show details
GD102 Fundamentals of Design show details
Second Quarter
ENG102 English II show details
PH110 Photojournalism show details
PH112 Lighting show details
PH113 Photographic Design show details
GD113 Color Theory show details
Third Quarter
MAT101 Quantitative Literacy show details
PH114 Advanced Lighting show details
PH115 History of Photography show details
PH118 Portraiture Photography show details
GD121 Image Manipulation show details
Fourth Quarter
PH201 Large Format Photography show details
PH202 Editorial Photography show details
PH203 Digital Image Illustration I show details
PH204 Color Management show details
PSY101 Psychology show details
Fifth Quarter
PH210 Studio Photography show details
PH211 Location Photography show details
PH213 Photo Essay show details
PH214 Advertising / Art Direction show details
SCI101 Science, Environment and Society show details
Sixth Quarter
PH220 Printing show details
PH221 Special Topics I show details
PH222 Photo Criticism show details
PH223 Business of Photography show details
SCI102 Science, Technology and Society show details
Seventh Quarter
DFP102 Fundamentals of Video Production show details
PH301 Architectural Photography show details
PH302 Photographic Portfolio I show details
PH304 Marketing show details
SCI103 Nutrition show details
Eighth Quarter
COM101 Effective Speaking show details
PH312 Portfolio Exploration show details
PH313 Special Topics II show details
PH315 Digital Publishing show details
Ninth Quarter
ECON201 Economics show details
ENG301 English III show details
PH320 Creative Concepts show details
PH321 Photo Essay II show details
Tenth Quarter
HIS101 World Civilizations I show details
PH401 Corporate/Industrial Photography show details
PH402 Portfolio Expansion show details
PH403 Digital Image Illustration II show details
Eleventh Quarter
HIS102 World Civilizations II show details
IN401 Internship show details
PH412 Portfolio Refinement show details
PH414 Web Photographic Portfolio II show details
RS202 Career Development show details
Twelfth Quarter
MAT102 Statistics show details
PH422 Portfolio / Thesis Exhibition show details
PH423 Business Operations and Management show details
PH424 Exhibition Printing show details
SOC101 Sociology show details

The aim of this course is to provide you will all the tools necessary to become an expert in the new and exciting field of digital photography. The degree will equip you with a thorough knowledge of the technologies involved in the production of digital images. We will teach you how to use a range of image scanning devices and software programmes, along with digital printing and output to screen based media. You will also learn about other areas of Media Studies, such as video, writing, hypermedia and digital art, and explore the ways in which they integrate with photography.

Careers
This course prepares you for a wide range of careers in the field of digital imaging, including independent photographic practice, work for web/video production companies, colour management/retouching services, fashion, reportage and editorial photography.

The objective of the School of Photography is to develop technically and aesthetically sound photographers, capable of successfully entering and competing in the open marketplace upon graduation. Students complete a series of classes conducted by working professionals, who guide each student to find his or her “style” both by content and approach. Armed with technical skills plus design and concept knowledge, the student develops a cohesive portfolio that has their personal signature in every image.

Potential Careers: Fashion Photography, Advertising Photography, Editorial Photography, Photo Technician, Fine Art Photography, Documentary/Photo Journalism and Portrait Photography.

The City College of San Francisco’s Photography Department is one of the oldest and largest programs in the country with over two dozen courses and more than thirty Instructors. We offer a broad selection of classes including but not limited to History and Aesthetics of Photography, Advanced B&W Darkroom Techniques, Advanced Studio Lighting, Digital Imaging, Mixed Media and Business Practices of Photography.

Our faculty and staff consist of experienced professionals who create an environment that encourages creativity, technical aptitude and critical thinking. Whether your interest is as a fine artist, commercial photographer or enthusiast, we will provide the means and guidance that will help you achieve your goals.

THE PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAM OFFERS

Associate of Science
The Program is designed so that students may satisfy the requirements of graduation from the College. Students who satisfy these requirements receive the major in Photography if they complete the program of study with a B minus (2.75 grade-point average) or higher. The program adviser of the Photography Department will help students who desire to plan special programs of study.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students will be able to:
Use the traditional tools and techniques of photography.
Develop skills in digital technologies.
Apply concepts and aesthetics to create and evaluate photographic images.
Satisfy academic transfer requirements to institutions of higher learning.
CAREER OPPORTUNITES
Commercial photography
Portrait photography
Fine Art photography
Editorial photography
Documentary photography
Photographic lab technician
Photo assisting
Digital Imaging Artist
Photo Retoucher