ART 144 - Digital Photography

Credits: 3
5 Studio Hours

Description

This course provides students interested in photography with the fundamental principles of capturing an image with a digital camera. Students explore basic camera functions, elements and principles of design, composition, aesthetics, basic editing techniques and creativity through post-production image manipulation. Students are responsible for obtaining their own digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) or mirrorless digital camera with fully manual controls for focus, shutter speed, aperture and International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Demonstrate how a camera captures an image.
Operate the basic functions of a digital camera.
Apply the elements and principles of design as they relate to the photographic image.
Employ basic photo editing to a photographic image.
Evaluate images for technical competency and aesthetic considerations.
Manipulate a digital image for greater creative expression.

Listed Topics

Elements of design
Principles of design
Photographic editing and manipulation
Shutter speed
Aperture
ISO

Reference Materials
Digital camera, photo editing software, materials and textbooks as required by instructor

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Technological Competence
Culture Society & Citizenship

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 03/16/2026
Last Reviewed: 03/16/2026

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