Illustrative Photography II Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

PHTC-2345-001 Illustrative Photography II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: PHTC 1345

Course Description

A continuation of the study of commercial photographic principles with an emphasis on enhancing technical and creative quality.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

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Supplies

Photography is an expensive class because of the cost of supplies. Be prepared to spend $100 or more over the course of the semester. You may need additional materials for your photography in the studio such as backgrounds, etc. Supplies are available

Student Performance

\ End-of-Course Outcomes:  Use advanced technical methods to produce photographic illustrations; and develop a professional quality portfolio.

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\ ·       Demonstrate knowledge of proper use strobe lighting

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\ ·       Solve advanced lighting problems in commercial photography

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\ ·       Produce a portfolio of high quality illustrative images

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\ ·       Present work for grading in a professional manner, as directed by the instructor

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\ ·       Participate meaningfully in critique

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\ ·       Maintain a professional and respectful attitude

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\ ·       Maintain classroom facilities and shared supplies

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

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\ All conversation should be related to the discussion at hand and comments should not be directed toward specific individuals. Please refrain from private conversations or other activities that might distract other learners.

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\ Phones, laptops, and other technology:

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\  I want all students to be successful. Cell phones detract from the learning environment. For this reason, they should be turned off and put out of view upon entering the classroom. If you need to carry a cell phone for emergency purposes please see me in advance. If you bring a laptop or similar device to class it should not be used for any purposes other than assignments in class.

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\ Plagiarism:

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\ Using someone else’s words, ideas, or images without giving them credit is plagiarism, a very serious Students Rights and Responsibilities offense. It is very important to understand how to prevent committing plagiarism when using material from a source. If you wish to quote verbatim, you must use the exact words and punctuation just as the passage appears in the original and must use quotation marks and page numbers in your citation. If you want to paraphrase or summarize ideas from a source, you must put the ideas into your own words, and you must cite the source, using the APA or MLA format. The exception to

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\ this rule is information termed general knowledge—information that is widely known and stated in a number of sources. Determining what is general knowledge can be complicated, so the wise course is, “When in doubt, cite.”

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\ Be especially careful when using the Internet for research. Not all Internet sources are equally reliable; some are just plain wrong. Also, since you can download text, it becomes very easy to inadvertently plagiarize. If you use

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\ an Internet source, you must cite the exact URL in your paper and include with it the last date that you successfully accessed the site.

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\ With the exception of the photomontage assignment, all assignment photographs and portfolio work must be new work from this current semester intended for this class.

Grading Criteria

Grading Format / A-F 100-0 points

A = Excellent (100-90)

B = Good (89-80)

C = Average (79-70)

D = Weak (69-60)

F = Unacceptable (59-0)

Course is graded on a 100-pt scale broken down as follows:

Weekly Assignments                                  40%

Midterm and Final Portfolio                      30%

Tests, Quizzes, comp                              30%

Book, clip book, and written assignments                                   

TOTAL                                                   100%

Remember each unexcused absence after the two “freebies” will deduct 2 points from your final grade.

Makeup Policy:

An unexcused absence on a test day results in an F for that exam. If you have a legitimate circumstance that requires you miss a test day, let me know IN ADVANCE so we can make an alternative arrangements. If you miss a test due to an emergency, let me know ASAP so arrangements can be made. Exams must be made up before the next class meeting.

All assignments are due on the date specified at the first of class. All assignments turned in late will have 10 points deducted from the grade. Late assignments will not be accepted after one week.

Required Examinations:

One quiz will be given to ensure the students understand the material covered. A midterm portfolio of 6 images in a particular style or subject will be due at the end of week 8.  A two-page paper will be required in the second half of the semester.

Final Examinations:

The final will be the presentation of a portfolio of work. This will include a slide show for presentation, a portfolio of prints, and images on the web.  The portfolio should be composed of 10 images of unique concept, with no more than 4 from class assignments.

 

Attendance

I understand it is sometimes impossible to come to class (due to illness, etc.), but because so much of the course occurs in the classroom, you should not take this class if you have other commitments or issues that will require you to be absent. I want you to be successful and your attendance is critical to your success.

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In order to be fair, there is no distinction between an excused and an unexcused absence.  You may miss 2 classes without penalty. Please remember you will miss a considerable amount of material, and to be fair, material covered or in-class exercises cannot be made up. Each absence beyond 2 will lower your final grade by 2 points. This will be recorded in your attendance and participation portion of your grade.

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It is YOUR responsibility to obtain the information missed if you are absent. I will not repeat lectures or demos. You must get notes from classmates, read the given material, do research to learn the material you missed.

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Tardiness:

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Habitual lateness is detrimental to your success in this class and disruptive to others. I will note attendance in the first 5 minutes of class. If you are not present, you will be considered absent for that day. Latecomers will need to check with me to ensure you are marked as tardy rather than absent.

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3 lates = 1 unexcused absence.

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Additional lab time:

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This course will require more time than allotted to complete class assignments. Open lab times will be available for those who are unable to complete assignments in normal lab hours. Consider this part of your homework time, a requirement for the class. Not having enough time to complete assignments is not a valid excuse!

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Failure to officially withdraw before the final deadline will result in the appropriate grade being assigned to the student.

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