PHTC 1302 DARKROOM TECHNIQUES--LABORATORY (3-1-6). Instruction in photographic processing and printing using a variety of specialized techniques. Emphasis on health, safety, and environmental issues. Student will work on both color and black and white process and printing techniques. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: Must be taken concurrently with a camera class. Department approval required if taken as a stand alone class.

PHTC 1306 FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY (3-1-6). An exploration of fashion in terms of trends and techniques included in studio and location work. Emphasis on model direction and lighting control. May be repeated for credit. Offered in the Summer semester. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1445 or PHTC 1453 or Department approval

PHTC 1311 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHOTOGRAPHY (3-2-4). An introduction to film exposure and development, basic enlarging, composition, darkroom technique, flash usage, and use of exposure meters and filters for black and white. Study and practice of lighting forms, posing, ratios, and exposure determination in the studio. Student may be required to use some outside commercial lab services. Students must furnish acceptable adjustable 35mm camera unless course is a requirement of another major. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10

PHTC 1313 HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY (3-2-4). A historical survey of the technical and aesthetic development of photography. Topics include the beginnings of the medium, inventors, development of photographic equipment, styles of the creative masters, aesthetic themes, and the social impact of photography. Offered in the spring semester.

PHTC 1321 PHOTOGRAPHIC RETOUCHING I (3-1-6). Instruction in the use of a variety of retouching tools and equipment techniques to enhance prints and negatives. Topics include restoration and coloration utilizing the computer. May be repeated at a higher level for credit. Students should have corrected visual acuity of 20-15 converging, accurate color perception, good eye/hand coordination, and manual dexterity. Repeatable. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1449. PHTC 2449 recommended.

PHTC 1328 PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO MANAGEMENT (3-2-4). Examination of photographic management, pricing, market analysis, promotion, networking, job acquisition, photographic equipment analysis, and photo lab selection. Offered in the Fall semester. Fee: $24 Prerequisites: PHTC 1445 or PHTC 1453 or department approval.

PHTC 1343 EXPRESSIVE PHOTOGRAPHY (3-1-6). A study of formal, professional, and individual uses of photography by applying photographic technology to personalized needs. Emphasis on creative visual thinking and problem solving and the exploration of personal vision. May be repeated for credit. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1302 or PHTC 2341 or PHTC 1441. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 2401 or Department approval.

PHTC 1347 LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY (3-1-8). Skill development in the inspection of the landscape visually and photographically utilizing various camera formats. Topics include exploration of historic, geographical, and cultural locations, and review of landscape photographers. May be repeated for credit. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1302 or PHTC 2341 or PHTC 1441. Offered in the Spring semester. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 2401 or Department approval.

PHTC 1351 PHOTOJOURNALISM I (3-2-4). Presentation of photographic techniques used by photojournalist in newspapers, magazines, and trade publications including news, feature, sports, editorial portraits, and photo essays. Includes a study of layout design and the freelance market. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1302 or PHTC 1441 or PHTC 2341. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 2401 or Department approval.

PHTC 1441 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY I--LABORATORY (4-2-6). Examination of color theory as it applies to photography. Emphasis on color concepts and the intricacies of seeing and photographing in color. Continuing the study of black and white process and printing started in Fundamentals PHTC 1311. Supports PHTC 2401 and MUST be taken concurrently. Requires visual acuity adequate for focusing enlargers and print retouching using magnifiers, accurate color perception, and good eye/hand coordination. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1311 or Department approval. Department approval is also required if taken as a stand alone class.

PHTC 1445 ILLUSTRATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY I (4-2-6). Instruction in the technical aspects involved in commercial photography. Topics include lighting equipment, techniques of production photography, reproduction principles, illustrative techniques, and advertising. Student will use 35mm, medium and large formats at advanced levels. Must be taken with PHTC 1302 or PHTC 1441 or PHTC 2341 concurrently. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1449 and PHTC 2401 or Department approval.

PHTC 1449 PHOTO DIGITAL IMAGING I (4-2-6). Instruction in the computer as an electronic darkroom. Topics include color and gray scale images and image conversion and presentation. Introduction to both Adobe Photoshop tools and techniques. Students must have basic computer knowledge and an understanding of file management. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1311 or Department approval.

PHTC 1453 PORTRAITURE I (4-2-6). A study of the photographic principles applied to portrait lighting, posing, printing, and subject rapport. Students will use medium format and digital cameras along with electronic flash and tungsten lights to photograph individuals in both studio and on location. Work will be done both in and outside of class. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1302, PHTC 2341, or PHTC 1441. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1449 and PHTC 2401 or Department approval.

PHTC 2331 ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY (3-1-8). Study of the equipment, processes, and procedures necessary for the photography of building exteriors and interiors, dusk/night and night architectural landscapes, and construction progress. Students will use all formats with emphasis on large format cameras. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1302, PHTC 2341, or PHTC 1441. May be repeated for credit. Offered in the summer semester. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 2445 or Department approval.

PHTC 2341 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY II -- LABORATORY (3-1-8). Skill development in advanced color printing or slide production. Emphasis on use of specialized color techniques and applications. Introduction to special materials and procedures. Must be taken concurrently with advanced level camera courses or with Department approval. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1311 or Department approval. Department approval is also required if taken as a stand alone class.

PHTC 2343 PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT (3-2-4). A culmination experience for the evaluation of the student's photographic competencies. Includes association with a professional photographic organization, skills in resume creation, review of portfolio, professional self-presentation, comprehensive testing, and seminars in areas of photographic interest. May be used for laboratory support for other advanced courses. Offered in the summer semester. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: 21 hrs. in Advanced Photo courses or Department approval.

PHTC 2351 PHOTOJOURNALISM II (3-1-8). A continuation of Photojournalism I with emphasis on corporate and annual report photography. Students will use both 35mm and medium format cameras along with location electronic flash to supplement existing light. Must be taken concurrently with PHTC 1441, PHTC 2341, or PHTC 2343. Student may use an outside lab in place of PHTC 1441. May be repeated for credit. Offered in the Summer semester. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1453 or Department approval.

PHTC 2378 CLOSE UP AND MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY (3-1-8). This course provides necessary skills required in industrial, scientific, commercial, and other areas of professional photography. It encompasses the study of the equipment, science, technology, and techniques for the many procedures required in accomplishing the various kinds of close up and macro photography. May be repeated for credit. Offered in the Fall Semester. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 2401.

PHTC 2401 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY (4-2-6). Study of advanced exposure and printing techniques, archival printing, toning, and printing for maximum print quality. Introduction to a variety of camera formats including 35mm, medium and large format. Introduction to professional, product, portrait, landscape, photojournalism and copy work. Student will work both in the studio and on location. PHTC 1302 or PHTC 1441 or PHTC 2341 MUST be taken concurrently. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1311 or Department approval.

PHTC 2445 ILLUSTRATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY II (4-2-6). A continuation of the study of commercial photographic principles with an emphasis on enhancing technical and creative quality. Student will use 35mm, medium and large format cameras to produce images for use in periodical and catalog advertising. Must be taken with PHTC 1302 or PHTC 1441 or PHTC 2341 concurrently. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1445 and PHTC 1449 or Department approval.

PHTC 2449 PHOTO DIGITAL IMAGING II (4-2-6). Continued skill development in the use of the computer for retouching, copying, photographic restoration, color correction, data importation, composite imaging, and background dropout and replacement. May be repeated at a higher level for credit. Fee: $24 Prerequisites: PHTC 1449 or Department approval.

PHTC 2453 PORTRAITURE II (4-2-6). A continuation of the study of principles of effective portraiture with specific emphasis on unique presentation and environmental and location studies. The addition of small group photography and discussions on wedding and portrait studio operations. May be repeated for credit. Student may use an outside photo lab for prints and processing or must take PHTC 1441 or PHTC 2341. Fee: $24 Insurance: $3.10 Prerequisites: PHTC 1453 and PHTC 1449 or Department approval.

PHTC 2473 PHOTOGRAPHIC RETOUCHING II (4-2-6). Instruction in the use of a variety of retouching tools and equipment techniques to enhance prints and negatives. Topics include restoration and coloration. Use of dye, pencil, knife, and other materials. May be repeated at a higher level for credit. Students should have corrected visual acuity of 20-15 converging, accurate color perception, good eye/hand coordination, and manual dexterity. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $24 Prerequisites: PHTC 1311 or demonstrated good darkroom skills.