Course Syllabus - Phoenix College

Course: / Color Photography 1 / Semester: / Spring 2016
Number: / Art 234 / Section: / 18573
Day: / MON / Time: / 6-10 pm / Location: / ART 204

INSTRUCTOR

Name: / GEOFF REED / Office Location: / By appointment
Phone: / Email: /
Office Hours: / By appointment
Special Notes: / Information in this syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.

TEXT & SUPPLIES

Required materials: / SLR digital camera, Memory cards. Other costs: prop procurement, print portfolio, photographic paper. Out of pocket expenses: $100 or more.
Reference texts: / Note: These references are not required but recommended. I suggest buying them used on-line or borrowing from the library, as they can be quite expensive!
• A Short Course in Digital Photography, 2nd Ed, London & Stone, Prentice Hall, ISBN-13: 978-0-205-06642-1
• Photography, 9th edition or other, London, Stone, Upton.
• Photoshop Color Correction, Kieran, Michael.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Basic principles of color theory, camera and input and output techniques using digital photography, or, optionally, slide film.

COURSE FORMAT

Class meets once a week for 4 hours. 1+ hr. Lecture followed by critique and Studio demo/ applications. Prepare to spend 2-5 hrs. /week on homework. Note: This is a late start class – 4 additional class sessions or equivalent to be arranged.

MCCCD OFFICIAL COURSE COMPETENCIES

1. Trace the History of Color Photography

2. Identify and apply basic principles of subtractive and additive color theory.

3. Identify and apply appropriate exposure techniques for digital photography.

4. Identify and describe styles and trends in color photography.

5. Use input and output devices.

6. Prepare a portfolio of color images.

Computer Equipment/Access Needed

Access to a computer for downloading images, and an elementary understanding of Photoshop is highly recommended but not required.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Preparation – Students are expected to read the assigned/required articles.
Participation – Active participation is essential.
Assignments – Are to be professionally presented at the beginning of class the week after they are assigned. LATE or INCOMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, unless by prior arrangement with the instructor. Re-shoots can raise a previous grade, BUT ONLY if initial assignment is included for comparison.

ATTENDANCE

Attendance is required and essential to achieve course objectives. Active participation in class is an important component of your grade.After three unexcused absences you will be withdrawn from the course.Official absences (field trips, tournaments) and religious holidays shall not count among the total number of absences allowed. However, students shall obtain official absence verification from the appropriate dean, and present it to the instructor before the absence. Prior arrangements must be made with instructor for make-up work. Student shall not be penalized ONLY IF prior arrangements have been made.Tardiness: DO NOT BE LATE! 3 times late in absence of 5 minutes shall count as 1 absence.

TESTING & MAKEUP POLICY

Exams / Practicums / Date / Points
Midterm / Mar 21, 2016 / 200
Final / May 9, 2016 / 400
No early exams will be given. Makeup exams are possible under special circumstances, at instructor’s discretion. Note: number of total points that can be earned may be subject to change at instructor’s discretion.

CLASS SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS. Subject to change at Instructor’s discretion. Please see additional Schedule & Assignments page.

GRADING SCALE

Grade / % Range / Point Span
A / 88-100 / 12
B / 78 – 87 / 9
C / 68 - 77 / 9
D / 58 - 67 / 9
F / 0-57 / 57
You will receive a grade of F if you earn less than 67% or fail to complete the course by the established date or without benefit of an official withdrawal.
P / 58-100 / 58
Z / 0-57 / 57
You will receive a grade of Z if you earn less than 60% or fail to complete the course by the established date or without benefit of an official withdrawal.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY

Student may initiate an official withdrawal from any course by submitting a withdrawal form with required signatures to the A&R office within published deadlines.
Failure to attend any classes is not a guarantee for a refund or an excuse of debt incurred through registration.
Official date of withdrawal is last date of attendance as determined by student’s withdrawal or as reported by the instructor.
The official date of withdrawal will determine degree of refund, if any.
Failure to file official withdrawal form within published deadlines can result in a failing grade and may effect refund of course tuition and fees.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES

Student services can be accessed online. Please refer to the College Student Home Page.
Advisement services are free of charge to all registered students.
Check the College website for information and operating hours.

ACCOMADATION

It is a college policy to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. If you would like to request accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please contact the College Disability Resources & Services office.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Every student is expected to produce his/her own original work.
Plagiarism is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
Plagiarism can result in being dropped from the course with a failing grade.
Plagiarism can result in a letter to the Dean of Students for further action.

CODE OF CIVILITY

Instructorswill be professional, courteous, respectful and empathic to students. They will:
Begin and end class on time
Be prepared for each class session
Provide academic feedback and grade assignments in a timely manner
Be available for individual consultation
Clarify assignments and inform students of any adjustments to the class schedule.
Studentswill be reflective, courteous, respectful and emphatic to classmates, instructor and other college staff assisting in their learning. Students are expected to arrive on time for class and remain until class has ended. The instructor should be notified in advance if there is a need to leave early. Students will be expected to:
Turn off cell phones before entering classroom.
Be in class and be on time
Be prepared for class sessions
Participate in class activities
Follow instructions and complete assignments
Keep up with and turn in assignments by due dates.
Put forth their best efforts.
Exchange phone numbers with two classmates in order to keep current.
Ask questions when they don’t understand.
Maintain knowledge of their grade status.
Contact instructor right away about situations that interfere with their success in class.
Comply with policies found in the College Catalog and College Student Handbook

MCCCD’S SEXUAL HARRASSMENT POLICY

All class members must adhere to the policy of the Maricopa Community College District which states:
“The policy of the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal and/or physical conduct or communications constituting sexual harassment as defined and otherwise prohibited by state and federal law.”
GENERAL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
AC

The faculty and staff at Phoenix College believe that your college education should not only include learning content, but also developing important life-long skills. We call these general education outcomes. The five general education outcomes we have identified that should be developed throughout your college career are:

●Writing - develop effective writing skills to communicate.
●Numeracy - learn to use numerical concepts and data effectively.
●Critical Thinking - learn to apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, make informed decisions, and interpret events.
●Oral Presentation - plan and deliver an oral presentation to a target audience.
●Information Literacy - learn to locate, evaluate, and use information effectively, ethically, and legally.
In this course, we will be focusing on elements of all five in order of relevance: Information Literacy, Critical Thinking, Numeracy, Writing and Oral Presentation.

I have read and understand all of the above, and agree to conform to the rules and regulations that govern this class at ______Community College.

Printed Name: ______Date: ______

Signature: ______

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