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Curriculum
First Quarter
EN101 English I show details
P103 Large-Format Photography show details
P111 Principles of Photography show details
CAA106 Introduction to Design Applications show details
Second Quarter
COM105 Public Speaking show details
P102 Photographic Design show details
P104 Digital Photographic Production show details
P201 Lighting show details
Third Quarter
ART123 Color Theory show details
P106 History and Survey of Photography show details
P203 Studio show details
P207 Digital Darkroom show details
Fourth Quarter
HA215 Art History I: Art of the Ancient World show details
MT112 College Geometry show details
MT113 Ideas of Mathematics show details
P202 Location Photography I show details
SC115 Science of Light show details
Fifth Quarter
HA216 Art History II: Art of the Medieval and Renaissance Worlds show details
P204 Digital Photographic Illustration I show details
P208 Photojournalism I show details
GD121 Design Elements show details
Sixth Quarter
CD245 Career Development show details
HA217 Art History III: Art of the Modern World show details
P205 Portfolio I show details
PS101 Introduction to Psychology show details

Photographic Imaging — Associate in Arts
Successful photographic professionals do not rely on talent alone. They must possess a thorough understanding of the composition of light as well as a wide array of technical skills-from choosing the right equipment to perfecting production techniques while capturing visually compelling images. Students must be creative, imaginative, and attentive to detail as they prepare to enter the field. While building an awareness of visual style, students also develop core values based in professional standards and practices and a skill set with a solid technical and design foundation.

In addition to courses in art and design, students in photographic imaging study the history of art and the history of photography as they explore the principles of photographic design and the significance of visual style in the commercial sector. They study the application of professional cameras, lenses, and related processes-small, medium, and large formats-as they apply to commercial uses such as photojournalism or advertising photography.

Students use the professional equipment to develop the techniques required for successful location and studio photography, as well as learning to solve problems in both natural and artificial lighting. Students apply all the tools of contemporary photographic techniques to the digital workflow of modern photography. Studios and darkrooms feature program-specific hardware and software.

Associate in Arts

In the associate program, students develop skills by learning the basics of color, design, various camera techniques and applications, and digital imaging. At the end of the program, they assemble a portfolio of their work in the program. Graduates in the associate program may choose to continue into the bachelor of fine arts program, or they may seek entry-level positions in the field as studio assistants or as staff photographers with publishing companies, photography studios or labs, and production companies.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Students in the bachelor’s program are challenged to expand their varied skills and proficiencies in developing a personal specialization to reflect their personalities and artistic styles. These students may choose to participate in quarter-long programs abroad or on short-term trips to locations such as Ireland, Italy, or China. In addition to opportunities like these trips, internships help students as they strive to develop a solid photographic identity, purpose, and direction, and to produce a portfolio that reflects this specialization along with a general portfolio that reflects a sophisticated set of photographic skills.

Bachelor’s degree graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as commercial photographers, editorial photographers, or photographic editors with advertising agencies, publishing houses, magazines, and production companies. Some graduates may open their own studios or freelance.
Total Credit Hours: 96
6 Quarters

The Photography and Video program at Montserrat is more diverse and dynamic than ever before. The program immerses students in photo studies, time based/video, and traditional 2D photographic media. Because of the critical and technological environment of photographic studies, we require students to take a sequence of courses, which support a broad range of approaches and imaging applications. Students complete their studies with the production of a comprehensive body of work that demonstrates fluency in contemporary photographic media language.

The Photography and Video department offers a full range of classes from traditional photographic processes to digital and electronic media forms. From the onset, courses engage students with the potential of the expanded media environment that now includes still, video, sound, and multimedia forms of expression. Progressive course offerings also provide for a range of technical and conceptual points of departure and aesthetic investigations. Yet in the department, the basic tenets and vocabulary of photographic imaging endures. Using film or flash ram, still or video imaging systems, with or without sound we are still looking through the lens of a camera. Issues of representation, the construction of content and meaning, the communication of ideas, and the dissemination of information continue to be integral components of the photographic dialogue.

The Photography and Video department’s facilities and technology support all course offerings. Our darkroom handles formats ranging from 35mm to 4×5″ negatives. Our shooting studio is equipped with strobes and continuous light systems, computer and archiving stations, and proofing devices. Our digital labs utilize Macintosh computers along with the most current editing software. Students also use professional digital cameras, flatbed scanners, high-resolution film scanners, archiving hardware, media converters, a 44″ wide-format archival inkjet printer, small format archival inkjet printers and color and black and white proofing devices. Still and video cameras, tripods, portable lighting kits, and other equipment are available for students for in-class and off-campus work.

The Photographic Imaging program teaches you darkroom techniques, color, and design. Composition, lighting, and equipment use are explored both on location and in a studio. You’ll develop business skills as you fine-tune your eye for detail. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as commercial photographer, digital photographer, industrial photographer, photo lab technician, or photojournalist.
Photography Degree: Photographic Imaging Program – The Art Institutes programs are offered at the following Art Institute locations:
Georgia
The Art Institute of Atlanta (Atlanta)
South Carolina
The Art Institute of Charleston (Charleston)
Tennessee
The Art Institute of Tennessee — Nashville (Nashville)
Virginia
The Art Institute of Washington (Arlingto

Program Total Credits: 123

This major prepares students for a wide range of careers in photography by providing a solid grounding in traditional photography and digital imaging. In the sophomore year, students receive in-depth training in craft and ideas fundamental to photographic imaging. Technical exercises emphasize electronic imaging as well as traditional black-and-white and color processes. The curriculum covers both descriptive photography and more experimental manipulated image-making.

During the junior year, students consider photographic forms beyond the traditional print, such as the photographic book, non-silver processes, and installation work. Large-format photography and studio practice with its control of artificial lighting are also part of the junior curriculum. In both the junior and senior years, students may pursue the study of specialized interests on an elective basis, including illustration and editorial photography, photojournalism, environmental portraiture, creative portfolio development, advanced digital imaging, and professional practice.

The senior year is primarily devoted to the production of an independent body of work of the student’s own choosing and direction. The senior thesis provides the opportunity to begin the process of self-definition as photographer and artist. A required junior-level course in photographic criticism, coupled with required classes in the history of photography, exemplifies the strong emphasis that the department places on critical thinking and self-expression in words as well as through photographs.
Foundation Year Credits: 33

Foundation students are eligible to select any College of Art and Design major program regardless of the Foundation sequence they attend.
FOUNDATION
Fall Credits: 16.5

Students entering the Foundation program through midyear admission (spring semester) will enroll in these courses for the spring semester, and then take their second Foundation semester during the Summer Foundation semester, May/June.
Elective Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
FNDP 111 – Drawing Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
FNDP 151 – Two-Dimensional Design Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
FNDP 161 – Three-Dimensional Design/Time Motion Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
LAAH 111 – Art History Survey I Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 101 – First-Year Writing I Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Spring Credits: 16.5
Elective Credits: 1.5 cr

Select three courses from the following four:
FNDP 112 – Drawing Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
FNDP 152 – Two-Dimensional Design Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
FNDP 162 – Three-Dimensional Design Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
FNDP 171 – Time and Motion Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

LAAH 112 – Art History Survey II Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 102 – First-Year Writing II Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Sophomore Year Credits: 30
Fall Credits: 15
Electives Credits: 3 cr
MAFL 201 – Introduction to Film I Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs

Can be taken either in the fall or spring semester.
MAPH 201 – Introduction to Photography I Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
LAAH 855 – History of Photography Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Select one course from the following two:
LACR 210 – Texts & Contexts: Perspectives on the Humanities Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 22X – Scientific Inquiry Foundation Track (SIFT) Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Spring Credits: 15
Liberal Arts Credits: 3 cr
Electives Credits: 3 cr
MAPH 202 – Introduction to Photography II Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 211 – Color Concepts Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
Select one course from the following two:
LACR 210 – Texts & Contexts: Perspectives on the Humanities Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 22X – Scientific Inquiry Foundation Track (SIFT) Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Junior Year Credits: 30
Fall Credits: 15
Liberal Arts Credits: 6 cr
MAPH 301 – Junior Photography Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 303 – Basic Photography Studio I Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 311 – Digital Photography Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
Spring Credits: 15
Electives Credits: 3 cr
Liberal Arts Credits: 3 cr
MAPH 302 – Junior Photography Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 304 – Basic Photography Studio II Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 341 – Critical Issues in Photography Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
Senior Year Credits: 30
Fall Credits: 15
Electives Credits: 3 cr
Liberal Arts Credits: 6 cr
MAPH 401 – Senior Photography Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 442 – Contemporary Issues in Photography Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
Spring Credits: 15
MAPF XXX – Photo Elective Credits: 3 cr
See the Photo Elective below
Electives Credits: 6 cr
Liberal Arts Credits: 3 cr
MAPH 402 – Senior Photography Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
Liberal Arts Distribution

Note all Liberal Arts courses are 3 credits.
Liberal Arts Electives Credits: 15 cr
LAAH 111 – Art History Survey I Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LAAH 112 – Art History Survey II Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LAAH 855 – History of Photography Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 101 – First-Year Writing I Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 102 – First-Year Writing II Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 210 – Texts & Contexts: Perspectives on the Humanities Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LACR 22X – Scientific Inquiry Foundation Track (SIFT) Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LAPI 8XX – Liberal Arts Period Interpretation – Pre-20th Century Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
LAPI 9XX – Liberal Arts Period Interpretation – 20th Century Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
Note:

Electives must include nine studio credits taken outside the Photography offerings.
Photo Elective
May be selected from one of the following:
MACR 499 – Internship Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 312 – Advanced Digital Photo Workshop Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
MAPH 320 – Selected Topics in Photography Credits: 1.5 cr, 3 hrs
MAPH 321 – Surface Altered Photographs Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 322 – Photojournalism Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 323 – Fashion and Editorial Portrait Photography Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs
MAPH 460 – Professional Practices Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs

APH 102 Cr. 2 Photography Appreciation

An introduction to the information and skills necessary to appreciate fully the photographic medium. Students will learn to use analysis and evaluation to critically present their views on the art of photography with respect to content, technique and historical context.
APH 202 Cr. 3 Introduction to Photographic Principles

The fundamentals of black and white still photography are taught. Included are the use of an adjustable camera, film processing, printing and print presentation.
APH 232 Cr. 2 Photographic Composition

The parameters of photographic composition are studied and executed with 35mm slide photography. Concepts included are subject placement, psychological effects of formats, mass relationships, principal compositional forms, cultural influences and effective image cropping. Prerequisite: APH 202.
APH 242 Cr. 3 Digital Imaging Technique

The electronic extension of the traditional, darkroom based, Introduction to Photographic Principles. It involves a comparison of traditional and digital approaches to photographic imaging, digital image making, scanning of film and transparencies and a detailed study of electronic imaging software for image preparation and manipulation. Prerequisite: APH 202.
APH 300 Cr. 1-3 Special Projects Photography

Workshops, directed and individual readings, or projects involving significant content or activities not available through regular course offerings within the photography minor. Open to qualified high school students. Prerequisite: photography faculty consent. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6.
APH 302 Cr. 3 Photojournalism

A conceptual, historical, ethical and practical study of photo communication. Students will closely examine the work of prominent picture journalists, work for on-campus clients and produce a standardized digital portfolio. Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite: APH 202, 242.
APH 312 Cr. 3 Commercial Photography

Large and medium format cameras are used on location and in the studio to execute commercial photography applications. Emphasis given to lighting, color and black and white applications, digital imagery and working in the marketplace. Prerequisite: APH 202.
APH 322 Cr. 3 Portrait Photography

Studio and environmental approaches to portraiture are studied and executed. Explores uses of studio and natural lighting; posing of singles, couples and small groups; designing strong compositions in studio settings; study of historic and contemporary portraitists. Prerequisite: APH 202.
APH 342 Cr. 3 Color Photography

Techniques of color photography are explored, including composition, aesthetics, negative/ positive printing and electronic imaging. Contemporary trends in color photography are examined as well as historical precedents. Prerequisite: APH 202.
APH 351 Cr. 3 Film and Society

A lecture/discussion/laboratory class involving film study from cultural, thematic and issues perspectives. Critical viewing and writing emphasis techniques are incorporated.
APH 372 Cr. 1 Applied Photography

Practical experience in applying photographic skills by participating as staff members for university publications. Prerequisite: APH 202. Repeatable for credit – maximum 2. Offered occasionally.
APH 402 Cr. 3 Documentary/Editorial Photography

In-depth and specialized investigation of photojournalism. Topics for research and application include ethics and picture editing, illustration, photo essay, editorial assignments for real-world clients. Students produce an extended portfolio. Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite: APH 302. Offered Sem. II.
APH 412 Cr. 3 Expressive and Archival Imaging

Exposure, processing and printing procedures are precisely controlled for technical excellence in black and white photography. The pre-visualization approach is applied so that the student completes the course with a portfolio of photographs in the tradition of Adams, Weston, Steichen, etc. Lect. 2, Lab.
2. Prerequisite: APH 202. Offered Sem. II.
APH 422 Cr. 1-3 Perspectives in Art/ Photography

This course allows the student to further explore photography on campus or in an international environment. The course will stress intensive research/creative endeavor. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: 15 credits in art/photography including APH 202, 232, 242. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit – maximum 9.
APH 492 Cr. 1 Seminar in Photography

Discussion of the professional, theoretical and aesthetic problems relating to the presentation and display of photography. Students will produce a portfolio or a gallery show of their work. This is the capstone course in the photography minor. Students will serve as mentors in the photography labs. Lect. 1, Lab. 1. Prerequisite: APH 202, 232, 302, 312, 412 and electives.
APH 499 Cr. 1-3 Independent Study/ Art Photography

Directed individual study under an assigned faculty member. Student is responsible for submitting a written study proposal for approval before registration. Prerequisite: Eleven (11) hours of APH coursework, junior standing, and consent of instructor. Repeatable for credit – maximum 6. Normally offered as 12 credits; three credits may be given in exceptional cases.

Photography is devoted to educating new artists in a contemporary world where photographic imagery and new representations of media inform and define our everyday experiences. Photographs cross boundaries between cultures, arts and individual personalities. Our program attempts to encourage development of the student through a range of courses from basic to advanced, historical to contemporary, analog to digital, and an array of critical concerns. Students will grow through technical and creative allocations, and various technologies that have redefined photographic imaging in the 21st century.

The Photographic Imaging curriculum provides special emphasis in several professional areas. Classroom lecture and laboratory assignments lead to the development of technical and aesthetic skills and knowledge preparing students to qualify for jobs in Photographic Imaging and related occupations. Students completing the Photographic Imaging program will be prepared to work as photographers, studio assistants, and imaging lab technicians. Extensive darkroom, studio and imaging lab work is required, using both silver-based and digital technologies in both black and white and color.

Location or studio assignments are required in all courses. Professional practices and production are emphasized, and students are encouraged to develop artistic appreciation and imagination in their work. Upper level courses emphasize working with advanced techniques and portfolio preparation. See also Art Photography Option (within the Art curriculum).

Policy Regarding Student Work:
The Department reserves the right to retain all student work submitted for grading for educational use or exhibition, or to select an example or samples for its permanent collection.

Costs:
Students are required to supply, at their own expense, an approved professional quality 35mm SLR camera ($150-$500), film, paper, digital storage media, textbooks and other supplies. Approximate supply costs appear after each course description. In addition, students in large format courses are required to have an incident/reflected light meter ($200-$400).

Program Entry Requirements:
This program is open to interested students, assuming space is available. However, new students are normally required to take the College’s placement tests at their time of entry.

Students who are identified as needing developmental course work must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as a part of their degree program.

Requirements For Graduation:
To qualify for the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Photographic Imaging, a student must complete at least 63 credit hours and attain a grade point average of 2.0 (“C” average).

The Art – Photography Option prepares students to continue their studies in fine art photography at an art school. Combining the offerings from both the Art and Photography Departments in the logical sequence prescribed will facilitate transferability of courses.

The Art – Photography Option leads to the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree for students planning to transfer to baccalaureate programs or professional schools after study at Community College of Philadelphia. This curriculum prepares students for either a B.F.A. degree or a major in art history. The curriculum has been designed to parallel the foundation program of any art school or four-year college, most specifically those institutions in the Philadelphia area.

Because transferability is most important, students will develop their skills accordingly and prepare a comprehensive portfolio. This foundation program will allow students to continue their studies leading to careers in such areas as graphic communications, art education, art therapy and the fine arts. (See also Photographic Imaging curriculum)

Program Entry Requirements:
Applicants to the program must submit a portfolio with 10 pieces of original art work to demonstrate ability, talent and originality, though potential rather than competence is the measure for admission.

Students are required to take the College’s placement tests at their time of entry. Students identified as needing developmental course work must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as a part of their degree program.

Program of Study and Graduation Requirements:
To qualify for the A.A. degree in Art, a student must complete a minimum of 66 credit hours as prescribed and attain a grade point average of 2.0 (“C” average). Note: All three-credit studio courses, with the exception of ART 290, require six contact hours.

Diploma in Photographic Imaging
Level: 5 – This programme is offered as a series of workshops, each based on a photographic genre or set of technical skills. In each workshop you will work on assignments tailored to your individual interests (where possible). Workshops and areas of study will include photographic design, digital imaging, colour management, colour technology, technical practice, available light (portrait and wedding photography), studio photography, photo journalism, image concepts, creative postproduction, contextual studies, physics, philosophy, new media studies, and professional practice.

Diploma in Professional Photography
Level: 6 – This programme is designed to help you develop specialist photographic skills and knowledge in an applied learning environment. Industry based skills are taught in the context of student elected photographic genres (eg studio/location portraiture, studio still life, photojournalism/documentary, fashion etc). All courses are compulsory and include digital postproduction/prepress, digital imaging, creative lighting, technical practice, interactive design, professional and business practice and a major project. Industry contact through membership in a professional association is also included. The programme puts equal emphasis on the development of technical skill, creativity and the understanding of design processes.
In addition you may choose to first complete the part time Photographic Folio Preparation Course. This course will help you assemble an application portfolio for tertiary photographic study, which best shows your artistic strengths. This course covers camera use, darkroom skills, developing a theme and folio presentation; and is limited to ten students.

Why should I take a CPIT Photography course?

Photography is the skill of using light to give expression to the world around us. Light is vibrant, beautiful, emotional and varied in its qualities. It is also one of the most effective carriers of information there is, and has the power to influence our perceptions.

A CPIT photography diploma will give you the opportunity to develop in-depth working knowledge of this exciting and powerful medium, as well as to develop the skills that you’ll need to succeed in occupations involving photography.

Photographic imaging forms an integral part of media such as 3D modelling and animation, film, video, television and computer graphic design.

CPIT ’s photography tutors have industry experience and work collaboratively with professional members of the School’s Photographic Advisory Board. They are therefore well placed to ensure that the standards required by the professional photography community and allied industries are met.
How much work will it be?

You’ll study full time over a 32-week year, divided into two semesters. This represents about 40 hours work each week, including lectures, tutorials, critiques and time spent undertaking independent learning.

Entry for domestic and international students is competitive, and you will need to prepare a portfolio of work as part of the application process.
Where will I study?

As a photography student, you’ll have access to industry standard software and hardware for complete in-house image production to professional standards. The studios are equipped with Bowens and Hensel lighting, and a range of medium format and 4 x 5 format cameras.

Extensive Mac-based computer labs allow for full post-production capabilities. A number of Nikon digital SLR cameras and lenses are also available for you where required.

Additionally, battery powered portable flashlights allow you to extend your creativity in field based photography. However, you must supply your own manually adjustable 35 mm film camera and lenses