2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

PHIL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHILOSOPHY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Phil 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
PHIL V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN PHILOSOPHY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by a written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Phil 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
PHOTOGRAPHY
See also: Art and Multimedia
Associate in Arts Degree
Certificate of Achievement
PHOTOGRAPHY
Transfer requirements may differ
See counselor or consult assist.org
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design:
Two-Dimensional Design 3
ART V12A Drawing and Composition I 3
ART V28A Graphic Communications I 3
PHOT V01 Beginning Photography 3
PHOT V04A-V04B Intermediate Photography I & II
PHOT V06A-V06B Introduction to Color
3-3
Photography I & II 3-3
PHOT V08 Principles of Portrait Photography 3
PHOT V09A
PHOT V73/
Applied Photography I 3
ART V73 Digital Imaging 3
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Recommended courses: ART V11B, V12B, V43A, V49; JOUR V30;
PHOT V02, V07, V09B, V30.
For other course descriptions, see Art
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
PHOT V01 - BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a fast-paced introductory course in photography that
assumes little or no previous knowledge of the camera or the photo
lab. It stresses learning through practical experience. Students will
learn to properly expose, develop and print their own photos, and
they will learn the artistic merit of photography.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Photo 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PHOT V02 - BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY WITH DIGITAL
TECHNIQUES - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides a fast-paced introduction to photography,
using 35mm analog or digital cameras. No prior knowledge of the
operation of the camera, computer, or support systems operation
is required. Topics include: operation of the camera; artistic
compositions; computer operation; scanning techniques; file
compression and formatting; use of related software (i.e. Adobe
Photoshop); and printing techniques. New innovations in photography
and digital technology will be presented as they are developed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PHOT V03 - INTRODUCTION TO 35MM SLIDE
PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This introductory photography course is a critique of student
projects; no darkroom techniques are required. The course is
designed to provide basic instruction in the proper operation of the
35mm SLR camera with manual and/or automatic functions, camera
accessories, proper exposure of color transparency (slide) film, color
theory and proper camera care. Projects are designed to familiarize
the students with camera techniques and artistic composition
that will enhance their ability to create good and/or outstanding
photographs under various environmental conditions. This course will
also introduce students to some photographers and their work that
have been a major influence on artistic and societal issues.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
PHOT V04A - INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V01 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an extension of the techniques learned in beginning
photography, with an in-depth study of control and analysis of light
and its use and application in studio and commercial photography.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
4A. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V04B - INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A
Recommended preparation: PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an extension of the techniques learned in the first
level of intermediate photography with emphasis on advertising
photography. Students will learn how to solve photographic problems
utilizing procedures and equipment commonly used in the advertising
profession. Lectures and demonstrations will concentrate on the
use of large format photography using traditional and contemporary
methods. This course will specifically teach the techniques of
studio/environmental product photography, professional printing,
professional lighting, and digital media.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
4B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHOT V06A - INTRODUCTION TO COLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V01 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to the principles of color
photography and to color lab work. Emphasis will be on the art
and techniques applied to color films, the color camera and the
techniques of color printing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
6A. Transfer credit: CSU.
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