COURSE Code: MDCM 100
3 Credits
Course Description
This course introduces students to basic photographic theory, practice and techniques. Students think and work visually using a variety of digital media. They use photography as a tool in self-expression, visual communication and creativity. Students use manual controls of cameras, exposure, flash, available light and lighting techniques. Digital photojournalism, Photoshop, layout and design, visual communication, digital video, web log and online production are included in the course. Preparing students to tell stories though digital images - still, moving and online- ensures a wide range of employability in communications. Students develop a personal portfolio of unique and original images.
