PHOTO 210    Photography Business    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to address the business of photography. It introduces the basic elements of starting and operating a photography business, including necessary permits, studio locations, business plan development, media advertising, marketing, packaging, product/services pricing, and sales. The student will learn how to prepare, present, and implement a photography business plan.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
W            02:00PM-05:05PM   LEC   R.Calkins            SCC MAIN COS 108     14807
On-Campus

PHOTO 270    Panorama and QuickTimeVR Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: Students will learn how to shoot, assemble, and produce digital panoramic photographs for output to print, interactive presentations, and delivery to the web. Through lecture, hands-on exercises, and projects, students will create and manipulate images to construct panoramic photographs and interactive QuickTime VR panoramas for presentation and for the web. Topics include the type of equipment, software, and techniques used to optimize images for the successful creation of panoramic photographs, object movies, interactive presentations, and VR panoramas. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
M            05:00PM-07:05PM   LEC   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 315     32639
M            07:15PM-10:40PM   LAB   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 280    Portfolio Development    2-4 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 301 with a grade of "C" or better; or equivalent.
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 108 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, marketing, conferences and workshops. The format of the course includes lectures, guest speakers from the industry, lab time, an optional field trip, and critique sessions. This course may be taken three times for credit provided different topics are taken.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
W            11:15AM-01:05PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     15979
W            08:00AM-11:05AM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
3 Units - 36 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory.
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: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
M            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     14809
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     15985
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

Sa           10:25AM-12:05PM   LEC   D.Cook               SCC MAIN TEC 110     15993
Sa           12:15PM-03:20PM   LAB   D.Cook               SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

F            05:00PM-07:05PM   LEC   D.Cook               SCC MAIN RHN 315     15997
F            07:15PM-10:20PM   LAB   D.Cook               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, Jan 16-May 19
W            08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     15243
W            09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
On-Campus

Th           12:15PM-01:55PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     16001
Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

T            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 318     16005
T            07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   M.Ishisaka-Nolfi     SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

Sa           12:15PM-01:55PM   LEC   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     32636
Sa           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 340    Careers in Photography    3 Units

Prerequisite: PHOTO 310 and 400 with grades of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed to give students an overview of different careers available in the photographic industry. Fields of study include portraiture, fashion, photojournalism, commercial, and wedding photography. Students are encouraged to pursue their own area of interest through the production of a portfolio and working with professionals in the field. The class includes lectures, slide presentations, lab time, written tests, and studio visits. Students will also complete a resume, price list, and a final portfolio in traditional film or digital formats. Students must supply their own adjustable cameras and provide related digital equipment.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
T            08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     10775
T            09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN COS 110     
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, Jan 16-May 19
Studio Lab
T            02:15PM-05:20PM   LAB   J.Klycinski          SCC MAIN RHN 315     16025
1 Unit - 54 hours LAB
On-Campus

Traditional Film Lab
T            02:15PM-05:20PM   LAB   J.Klycinski          SCC MAIN RHN 315     16027
1 Unit - 54 hours LAB
On-Campus

Computer Lab - Photoshop CS3
T            02:15PM-05:20PM   LAB   J.Klycinski          SCC MAIN RHN 315     32638
1 Unit - 54 hours LAB
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, Jan 16-May 19
M            11:00AM-01:05PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     16009
M            01:15PM-03:25PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 315     
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to an additional lab time of 185 minutes (3 hours and 5 minutes) per week to be arranged.
Students taking additional units in this course will work with the student newspaper.On-Campus

PHOTO 370    Portraiture and Wedding 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 portrait lighting and posing and an understanding of wedding photography, camera, digital, and darkroom techniques. Topics include wedding protocol, wedding customs and traditions, studio operation, pricing, the most current trends in the industry, and studio/outdoor portraiture. Students are urged to work in traditional black-and-white and digital formats. The format of the class includes lectures, lab time, and a portfolio geared toward a professional presentation. Students are expected to participate in on-location class meetings.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
W            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   R.Calkins            SCC MAIN TEC 206     16013
W            07:20PM-10:25PM   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, Jan 16-May 19
F            12:15PM-01:55PM   LEC   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     32715
F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   R.Allen              SCC MAIN RHN 315     
On-Campus

PHOTO 390    Studio Lighting Techniques    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 a study in studio lighting techniques used in commercial photography. Topics of instruction include: lighting ratio, correct exposure using electronic flash, basic portraiture, and advertising. Other topics include appropriate choice of camera format and films and studies of commercial photography. Students are encouraged to work in a variety of formats, using both black and white, color and digital techniques. The class includes: lectures, slide presentations, lab time, written tests, notebook and a portfolio, with three outside on-campus class meetings. Students must provide their own adjustable camera and related instructional materials.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
Th           05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   P.Perez              SCC MAIN RHN 315     15343
Th           07:20PM-10:25PM   LAB   P.Perez              SCC MAIN RHN 324     
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, Jan 16-May 19
W            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   S.McKay              SCC MAIN RHN 315     32940
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, Jan 16-May 19
Th           08:00AM-09:40AM   LEC   G.Fleming            SCC MAIN TEC 102     11571
Th           09:50AM-01:00PM   LAB   G.Fleming            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, Jan 16-May 19
W            01:15PM-02:55PM   LEC   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 318     16021
W            01:15PM-02:55PM   LEC   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN RHN 318     16021
M            01:20PM-04:30PM   LAB   M.Plomer             SCC MAIN RHN 318     
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.Plomer              TBA TBA             
W            03:05PM-06:10PM   LAB   P.Estabrook          SCC MAIN RHN 318     
4 Units
LAB TBA refers to 3 hours of additional lab time per week to be arranged for on location field trips and field photo assignments.
On-Campus