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Certificate Quick Facts
- Instructional School: Arts and Humanities
- Department: Visual and Performing Arts
- Program Code: PHOT.BTC
- Program Type: Career and Technical Education
- Available Fully Online: No
- Eligible for Federal Financial Aid: Yes
NOTE: Courses required for this program may have an additional fee; more information can be found on the Special Course Fees web page.
Certificate Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| ARTS 105 | Introduction to 2-D Art Foundations | 3 |
| ARTS 150 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| ARTS 250 | Digital Photography II | 3 |
| COMM 259 | Communicating Through Web Design | 3 |
| COMM 268 | Introduction to Video Production | 3 |
| PHOT 151 | Studio Lighting | 2 |
| PHOT 152 | Location Lighting | 2 |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 19 | |
NOTE: This program is not yet approved for GI Bill® use.
Certificate Plan: Fall Start
The course sequence listed below is strongly recommended in order to complete your program requirements. Many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites that have been accounted for within this course sequence plan. Please register for each semester as shown using the Student Planning tool in myCWI. Consult your advisor for any questions regarding this course sequence plan.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| ARTS 105 | Introduction to 2-D Art Foundations | 3 |
| ARTS 150 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| COMM 268 | Introduction to Video Production | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
First 8-Week Session | ||
| PHOT 151 | Studio Lighting | 2 |
Second 8-Week Session | ||
| PHOT 152 | Location Lighting | 2 |
Full 16-Week Session | ||
| ARTS 250 | Digital Photography II | 3 |
| COMM 259 | Communicating Through Web Design | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 10 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 19 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Create digital imagery utilizing fundamental photographic tools and techniques, demonstrating perceptual acuity and a command of design principles to independently address creative challenges.
- Control and modify lighting to visually define the shape, volume, and texture of three-dimensional subjects, and to convey mood and emotion.
- Actively engage in critiques and discussions about both their own projects and those of their peers.
- Share and disseminate their work through various channels, such as exhibits, portfolios, or online platforms.