PHOTO 271    Color Management    1.5 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the fundamental principles of color management. Topics include calibration, profile generation, color management in Photoshop, and optimizing and preparing images for output to labs, press, inkjet printers, projectors, and the web. Through lecture, hands-on exercises, quizzes, and projects, students will learn to properly manage color for computers, cameras, and inkjet printers from start to finish. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
M            05:00PM-07:05PM   LEC   B.Wong               SCC MAIN RHN 315     31741
M            07:15PM-10:40PM   LAB   B.Wong               SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 280    Portfolio Development    2 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 301 with a grade of "C" or better.
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed for students wishing to develop their portfolios both for creative and professional purposes. Individual styles, presentation methods, and forums for distribution and exhibition will be emphasized. Topics of discussion will include: developing a personal visual style, self publishing, self-promotion, conferences and workshops. The format of the class includes lectures, guest speakers from the industry, lab time, field trip, and critique sessions. This course may be taken three times for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            12:15PM-01:05PM   LEC   TBA                   TBA TBA             30758
W            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
On-Campus

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            12:15PM-01:05PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     31743
W            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
2 Units - 18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
On-Campus

Th           05:30PM-06:20PM   LEC   D.Cook               SCC MAIN TEC 206     31745
Th           06:30PM-09:35PM   LAB   D.Cook               SCC MAIN RHN 315     
2 Units - 18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
On-Campus

PHOTO 302    Beginning Digital Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course combines lectures with hands-on experience in digital photography. Instruction includes digital camera function, exposure control, flash photography, technical and creative control, basic computer manipulation of images, digital archiving and digital output options. The format of the class includes lectures, visual presentations, lab time, field trip, exams and a portfolio. Students must provide their own adjustable digital camera and necessary media and materials. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
MW           05:30PM-07:40PM   LEC   R.Calkins            West Sac WSC 200     31996
TBA          TBA               LAB   R.Calkins             TBA TBA             
Hybrid Class
The lab for this course will be taught online. Students must use Photoshop CS2 or CS3 to be eligible to take the class and to complete Lab assignments. LAB TBA refers to 3 additional hours of Lab per week to be arranged online.
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1275 Halyard Drive, West Sacramento.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
M            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     30074
M            10:15AM-01:40PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

T            12:15PM-01:50PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     30762
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

Sa           12:35PM-02:15PM   LEC   P.Perez              SCC MAIN TEC 110     30770
Sa           09:00AM-12:25PM   LAB   P.Perez              SCC MAIN TEC 100     
On-Campus

Sa           10:25AM-12:05PM   LEC   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN TEC 110     31854
Sa           12:15PM-03:20PM   LAB   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN TEC 100     
On-Campus

Su           01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   M.DiSantis           SCC MAIN RHN 315     31856
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.DiSantis            TBA TBA             
Hybrid Class
The lab for this course will be taught online. Students must use Photoshop CS2 or CS3 to be eligible to take the class and to complete Lab assignments. LAB TBA refers to 3 additional hours of Lab per week to be arranged online.

T            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   B.Wong               SCC MAIN TEC 110     30766
T            07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   B.Wong               SCC MAIN TEC 100     
On-Campus

F            05:00PM-07:05PM   LEC   P.Perez              SCC MAIN RHN 315     31851
F            07:15PM-10:40PM   LAB   P.Perez              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 312    Intermediate Digital Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 302 with a grade of "C" or better; or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This intermediate course combines lectures with hands-on experience in digital photography. Instruction includes advanced digital camera functions, exposure control, close-up photography, flash photography, technical and creative control, computer manipulation of images with Adobe Photoshop, digital archiving, digital output options, and digital print finishing. The format of the class includes lectures, visual presentations, lab time, required field trip, exams, and a portfolio. Students must provide their own adjustable digital camera and necessary media and materials. A fee is charged for digital printing. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     30774
W            09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

Th           01:00PM-02:50PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     30778
Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

Sa           12:15PM-01:55PM   LEC   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     31858
Sa           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

T            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 315     30782
T            07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 342    Techniques in Photography    1-4 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in at least one photography course.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 216 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed to develop students' skills in both digital and traditional darkroom processes and studio lighting techniques. Students will use the additional lab time in conjunction with a course they currently enrolled in to fully explore the creative and technical elements of the course's assignments. The format of the class includes a final critique session to evaluate the student's progress and achievements in the course. This course may be taken four times for credit providing there is no duplication of topics.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Traditional Film Lab
T            02:15PM-05:20PM   LAB   J.Klycinski          SCC MAIN RHN 315     32092
On-Campus

PHOTO 350    Photojournalism    3-4 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 310 and 312 with grades of "C" or better; or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 108 hours LAB
Description: This course provides instruction in photojournalism and magazine techniques in photography. Students will study features, sports, spot news, and the photo essay styles of journalistic photography. Students may work with digital or traditional cameras. Students will also capture and use audio to complete multimedia projects. A beginning, advanced, or magazine style digital portfolio will be completed. Students wishing to photograph for campus publications (Express Newspaper, Mainline Magazine, etc) will complete the four-unit requirement. The course includes lectures, visual presentations, speakers, a required field trip, and lab time. Students will provide their own adjustable camera and related materials. This course may be taken four times for credit if completing the one of the four different course topics.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
M            10:40AM-12:45PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 318     25406
M            08:00AM-10:25AM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
TBA          TBA               LAB   P.Estabrook           TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to an additional lab time per week to be arranged.
On-Campus

PHOTO 365    Alternative Process Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 310 or 364 with a grade of "C" or better; or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers photographic printing processes produced in sunlight. No camera is necessary. Processes such as kallitype, cyanotype, Van Dyke brown printing, and gum printing are covered. It includes the history of photographic processes from the daguerreotype to the digital age. Negatives are produced from digital transparencies, xerox transparencies, ortho-litho film, and natural objects. Printing on paper, fabric, wood, and ceramics is covered. Papers and printing surfaces, brushes, memory storage devices, and safety glasses are required. Field trips may be required. Different topics, artists, and processes are covered each semester.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
T            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   D.Cook               SCC MAIN TEC 206     31862
T            07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   D.Cook               SCC MAIN RHN 312     
On-Campus

PHOTO 375    Fashion-Glamour Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 310 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed to include fashion/glamour posing, lighting, camera, and digital and traditional darkroom techniques. The business of fashion/glamour photography and pricing and studio operation will be included. Students are urged to work in both digital and traditional photography. This course includes lectures, slide presentations, on-location class meetings, lab time, and a finished portfolio geared toward a professional presentation. Students are expected to participate in on-location meetings.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            12:20PM-02:00PM   LEC   R.Calkins            SCC MAIN COS 108     30874
W            02:10PM-05:15PM   LAB   R.Calkins            SCC MAIN RHN 324     
On-Campus

PHOTO 380    Multimedia Capture I    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 301 or 302 and PHOTO 310 or 312 with grades of "C" or better, equivalent or technical competency determined by department faculty member upon evaluation of photography portfolio.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to the basic creative concepts and technical elements of capturing video, audio and still images to create documentary style multimedia content. Students will explore the creative and technical possibilities of merging these three mediums and the various software used to edit this material. Students will receive practical experience in capturing and editing audio and video and still images with Soundslides, Apple⿿s iMovie, Soundtrack Pro, and Final Cut Pro computer programs. Students will complete a final multimedia project and must supply at least one of the following to complete the class: a video camera or an adjustable still camera in either film or digital formats. The course includes lectures, visual presentations, and lab time. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
F            12:35PM-02:40PM   LEC   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     31866
F            09:00AM-12:25PM   LAB   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 392    Commercial and Advertising Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 310 and 390 with grades of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an advanced study in studio lighting techniques used in commercial and advertising photography. Topics of instruction include advanced studio lighting, correct exposure using electronic flash, appropriate choice of camera format and films, and studies of commercial, advertising, and marketing photography. Students are encouraged to work in a variety of formats, using black & white, color, and digital techniques. Emphasis will be placed on shooting with medium and large format cameras. The class includes lectures, slide presentations, an optional field trip, lab time, written tests, notebook, and a portfolio. This course may be taken four times for credit on different software. Students must supply their own adjustable camera and related digital materials.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
T            08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     30790
T            09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

PHOTO 395    Stock Photography I    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 301 or 302 and PHOTO 310 or 312 with grades of "C" or better, equivalent or technical competency determined by faculty member upon evaluation of photography portfolio.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed to give students an introduction to the creative, technical, and unique business aspects of Stock Photography. Stock Photography is defined as photography of common landmarks, objects, concepts, people, and events that can be sold and resold for a variety of commercial purposes. Topics of instruction include getting started in stock photography, defining your creative style, shooting images that sell, working with stock agencies, using fotoQuoto software, and understanding the stock image enhancement work flow with Adobe Photoshop. Students are encouraged to pursue their own style, subject matter, and markets of interest through the production of a stock portfolio. Students will also work in a variety of shooting environments including studio and remote locations to enhance their technical skills. The class includes lectures, image presentations, an optional field trip, lab time, written tests, a notebook, and a final portfolio. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed. Students must supply their own adjustable traditional or digital camera and related materials.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   S.McKay              SCC MAIN RHN 315     30794
W            07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   S.McKay              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 400    Digital Imaging    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This is an introductory course in digital imaging. Methods currently used in publishing will be emphasized. The course topics include Adobe Photoshop, page layout, multimedia use for electronic portfolio, use of computers, scanners, and how to develop a digital portfolio. A field trip is included in this course to learn about industry applications. Students must provide their own adjustable camera and digital materials. A fee is charged for digital printing. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Th           08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     26298
Th           09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

PHOTO 410    Advanced Digital Imaging    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 312 or 400 with a grade of "C" or better; or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an advanced study of digital imaging and related software programs. Methods currently used in publishing will be emphasized. The class includes lectures, optional field trip, use of computers, scanners, and a variety of output devices, and preparation of a digital portfolio and printed work. A fee is charged for digital printing. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
M            05:00PM-07:05PM   LEC   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN COS 110     31873
M            07:15PM-10:40PM   LAB   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

PHOTO 490    Assignment Photography    .5-4 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 301 or 302 AND PHOTO 310 or 312 with grades of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 43 hours LEC ; 87 hours LAB
Description: This course will introduce career-driven photography students to producing, creating, and completing real-world photography projects for non-profit organizations and the Sacramento community. Through lecture, demonstration, client meetings, and brainstorming sessions, students will have the opportunity to develop a portfolio of completed projects. Students will also experience deadlines, the client-photographer relationship, how to set pricing for projects, and strategies for presenting concepts. This course may be taken up to 3 times if there is a change in the production role (Assignment Producer, Photographer, Post-Production Artist).

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            01:15PM-02:55PM   LEC   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN RHN 318     30878
W            01:15PM-02:55PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 318     30878
W            03:05PM-06:10PM   LAB   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN RHN 318     
W            03:05PM-06:10PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 318     
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.Plomer              TBA TBA             
4 Units
LAB TBA refers to 3 additional lab hours per week to be arranged.
On-Campus

TBA          TBA               LAB   P.Estabrook           TBA TBA             
4 Units
LAB TBA refers to 3 additional lab hours per week to be arranged.
On-Campus