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PHI 220 Environmental Ethics 3 cr.<br />
This course examines such questions as,<br />
“What are the rights of animals?”, “Is there a<br />
land ethic?”, and “How can we achieve<br />
environmental justice?” Such problems are<br />
discussed within the larger context of<br />
environmental philosophy, including such perspectives<br />
as utilitarianism, holism, social<br />
ecology, deep ecology, ecofeminism and postmodernism.<br />
Applications to local issues in land<br />
use, wilderness, civic agriculture and food will<br />
be included.<br />
3/0/0<br />
Photography<br />
Note: Each student must have a 35mm<br />
camera with manual settings. Students are<br />
required to purchase printing paper, film, a<br />
processing tank and mounting supplies. The<br />
cost of these supplies is approximately $150-<br />
$250 per semester.<br />
PHO 102 Black and White<br />
Photography I 3 cr.<br />
This beginning course in photographic<br />
techniques includes simple optics, camera<br />
formats, lenses, light meters, choice of proper<br />
film, and basic composition.<br />
Additional lab time is required.<br />
3/0/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
PHO 115 History of Photography 3 cr.<br />
This course is an overview of the history of<br />
photography from its origins to the present<br />
day. It focuses on the development and<br />
history of photography as an art form and the<br />
impact this medium has had on both art and<br />
culture. It also emphasizes major photographers<br />
and their work.<br />
3/0/0<br />
PHO 120 Digital Imaging I 3 cr.<br />
This is a beginning course in the use of digital<br />
cameras, scanners, and printers. The course<br />
also presents an introduction to Photoshop, its<br />
basic tool palette, and image manipulation<br />
controls. File types, file sizes and resolutions,<br />
basic color correction, and color ink jet<br />
printing will also be introduced.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 102<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 202 Black and White<br />
Photography II 3 cr.<br />
This intermediate course is for the student<br />
who has mastered basic black and white<br />
photography. The student will improve<br />
exposure techniques and will refine black and<br />
white printmaking for the purpose of more successfully<br />
achieving the aesthetic and practical<br />
intent of the photograph. Assignments reflect<br />
individual expression through photography. A<br />
thematic fifteen print portfolio will also be<br />
produced.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 102 or permission<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 203 Portfolio Production 3 cr.<br />
Advanced students are given the opportunity<br />
to produce a comprehensive thematic<br />
portfolio that they will develop and print. The<br />
prints may be produced either traditionally or<br />
digitally. Individual and group critiques will be<br />
ongoing in order to aid the student in the<br />
direction and realization of the photographic<br />
theme.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 202, PHO 215<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 207 Portrait Photography 3 cr.<br />
This course will explore a range of portrait<br />
styles from formal studio portraiture to environmental<br />
portraiture and their application to<br />
editorial, executive, family, or wedding<br />
portraiture. There is a strong emphasis, with<br />
hands on experience, in the use of available<br />
light as well as the use of artificial light<br />
including both strobe and tungsten.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 102, PHO 202<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 215 Digital Imaging II 3 cr.<br />
Intermediate course that presents advanced<br />
digital techniques with Photoshop. Image<br />
manipulation through masking and layers,<br />
multiple selection methods, and colorization<br />
will be introduced. Students will learn printer<br />
profiling and image workflow. Students will<br />
make both color and black and white ink jet<br />
prints at various sizes on several paper types.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 102, PHO 120<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 220 Large Format<br />
and Studio Photography 3 cr.<br />
The student will learn how to use the 4 x 5<br />
view camera and will understand the unique<br />
advantages it offers in architectural, product,<br />
and portrait photography. Assignments will be<br />
given in each of these three genres and will<br />
employ the techniques necessary to master this<br />
large yet versatile camera. Both strobe and<br />
tungsten light will be used in conjunction with<br />
the view camera; lighting will be an integral<br />
part of the course. Polaroid film will be used<br />
extensively in the studio to provide immediate<br />
feedback. Traditional prints will be made on 4 x<br />
5 enlargers and digital prints will be made from<br />
scans of 4 x 5 negatives and transparencies.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 120, PHO 202<br />
3/0/0 Course fee charged<br />
PHO 291 Special Projects in Photography I 1 cr.<br />
PHO 292 Special Projects in Photography II 2 cr.<br />
PHO 293 Special Projects in Photography III 3 cr.<br />
These courses involve advanced study in a<br />
selected area of photography. Each individual’s<br />
project must include a statement of objectives,<br />
literature research, project plan, and<br />
completed media production project. It<br />
requires 3 hours of work per week per credit.<br />
Prerequisite: PHO 202 and project approval by<br />
the instructor<br />
Course fee charged<br />
Physical <strong>Science</strong><br />
PSC 105 Physical <strong>Science</strong> I 3 cr.<br />
This course is an introduction to physical<br />
science designed especially for students<br />
without an extensive science background. It<br />
focuses on the Earth, the ocean, weather, and<br />
the universe as separate systems and as one<br />
dynamic system.<br />
3/0/0 FA/SP/SU<br />
PSC 106 Physical <strong>Science</strong> I Laboratory 1 cr.<br />
This laboratory course provides experiences<br />
that apply to the concepts and topics covered<br />
in Physical <strong>Science</strong> I.<br />
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PSC 105<br />
0/2/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
PSC 107 Physical <strong>Science</strong> II 3 cr.<br />
This course applies physical science concepts<br />
to relevant topics such as air and water<br />
pollution, food additives, benefits and risks of<br />
nuclear power, alternative energy sources,<br />
toxic substances in our everyday experiences,<br />
and the effect that science policies have on<br />
our lives. It is intended for non-science majors.<br />
3/0/0<br />
PSC 108 Physical <strong>Science</strong> II Laboratory 1 cr.<br />
This laboratory course provides experiences<br />
that apply to the concepts and topics covered<br />
in Physical <strong>Science</strong> II.<br />
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PSC 107<br />
0/2/0 Course fee charged<br />
Physics<br />
PHY 107 Fundamentals of Physics 3 cr.<br />
This course is an introduction to the basic<br />
principles of physics. The topics of motion,<br />
mechanics, heat energy, properties of matter,<br />
sound, light, electricity and magnetism will be<br />
presented in a conceptual context. Application<br />
of principles to environmental and health<br />
problems are included. This course is<br />
recommended for students with no previous<br />
physics experience.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 075<br />
3/0/0<br />
PHY 110 Principles of Physics I 3 cr.<br />
This non-calculus level course reviews the<br />
physical properties of matter, mechanics, heat,<br />
and sound. The course stresses the relationship<br />
between physical laws and applied<br />
problems in various disciplines. It is designed<br />
for students majoring in the applied sciences,<br />
allied health, life sciences, and the liberal arts.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 130<br />
3/0/0 FA<br />
PHY 111 Principles of Physics I Laboratory<br />
1 cr.<br />
This laboratory course provides experiences<br />
that apply to the topics and concepts covered<br />
in Principles of Physics I.<br />
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHY 110<br />
0/2/0 FA Course fee charged<br />
To access outlines for these course descriptions, please visit http://www.bcc.edu/pages/476.asp<br />
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