2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

PHOT V06B - INTRODUCTION TO COLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V06A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides continuing instruction and experience in
color photography and color laboratory techniques. Emphasis will
be placed on the artistic merit of color photography and portfolio
development.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
6B. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V07 - HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of the history of photography from
1839 to the present. Emphasis of the survey will be placed on
the 20th century to understand how the forces of photography’s
historical context, technological innovation, and creative spirit have
worked together to create a body of photographic images that have
profoundly influenced our culture and our sense of ourselves.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHOT V08 - PRINCIPLES OF PORTRAIT
PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A or equivalent
Recommended preparation: PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to formal and informal studio
portraiture—black and white and color. Students will be introduced
to advanced studio techniques, lighting, posing and composition.
The course is designed for students, as well as professionals
working in the field.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
8. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V09A - APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A
Recommended preparation: PHOT V06A and PHOT V08
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the professional photographer who
wants to refine conceptual and interpretive photographic skills. It
will provide continued study of portraiture and illustration in the
commercial field. Topics will also include: the artist statement;
packaging; pricing; marketing; presentation; contemporary media;
and, career opportunities.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
9A. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V09B - APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V09A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students will plan, shoot, develop and print a body of work that
is both conceptually motivated and technically proficient. Emphasis
will be on developing both traditional and electronic portfolios, and
accessing local, national and worldwide delivery systems.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
9B. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V30 - PRESS PHOTOGRAPHY PRACTICUM - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V01 or previous practical experience
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a survey of the principles of photojournalism.
Students will learn the skills necessary to provide photographs for
a newspaper or other publications. The course stresses learning
through practical experience.
Field trips may be required. PHOTO V30/JOUR V30 may be taken
in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Same as JOUR V30.
PHOT V73 - DIGITAL IMAGING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A and ART V12A
Recommended preparation: MM V74A or equivalent skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a creative exploration of digital image editing.
Using their own photographs, and image editing software such as
Adobe Photoshop, students engage in color and value correction,
special effects, and creative cropping. This course emphasizes digital
image problem solving with attention given to successful artistic
composition. Students learn to scan, manipulate and enhance digital
images for graphic and fine art reproduction.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. PHOT V73/ART
V73 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly Photo 73. Same as ART V73. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PHOT V88 - PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - .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. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
PHOT V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHOTOGRAPHY - .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. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Photo 89. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN PHOTOGRAPHY - 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.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Photo 90.
Transfer credit: CSU.
196 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011