Photography Minor Requirements
<p><strong>Students must complete five courses for a total of 15 credits for the Photography Minor:</strong><br /><em>Please Note: This is a computer/software required program</em><strong></strong></p>
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<li>A minimum grade of C- or higher is required for all minor required courses.</li>
<li>Students are strongly encouraged to join ASMP (American Society of Media Photographers), the premier association dedicated to the advocacy of professional photographers.</li>
<li>External Photography Competitions: Students are encouraged to enter two (2) external photography competitions.</li>
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<p><strong>Required Courses:</strong></p>
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<td>AH 2720</td>
<td>History of Photography</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td>GD 1500</td>
<td>Digital Essentials</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td>GD 2797</td>
<td>Digital Photography</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td>PHOT 3600</td>
<td>Postproduction Practices</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td>PHOT 3797</td>
<td>Digital Photography II - Techniques of<br />Studio and Environmental Lighting</td>
<td>3</td>
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<td><strong>Total:</strong></td>
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<td><strong>15</strong></td>
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Learning Outcomes
<p><strong>Students successfully minoring in Photography at Curry College will have the ability to:</strong></p>
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<li>Demonstrate the knowledge and skills in the use of processes, tools, techniques and technology sufficient to work from concept to finished product. This involves a mastery of the materials, equipment, and processes of the discipline, including uses of cameras, lighting/digital technologies and printing.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the understanding of visual forms and their aesthetic functions, and basic design principles, developing throughout the minor, with attention to such areas as composition, color, and lighting to produce professional images.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the understanding of industrial and commercial applications of photographic techniques.</li>
<li>Use and adapt to a variety of computer software and industry hardware for photographic purposes.</li>
<li>Demonstrate effective use of written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, employing relevant knowledge, skills, and judgment in a professional level setting.</li>
<li>Work effectively independently and as a team associate, demonstrating time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Gain an understanding of photography’s importance in its cultural, social, political and historical context.</li>
<li>Create and execute professional level materials suitable for seeking opportunities in the photography field.</li>
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