This subject will introduce students to the processing of a range of B&W photographic materials and establish their proficiency in basic darkroom procedures and safe working practices. Accurate processing of B&W sensitised materials including panchromatic, orthochromatic and infrared films and fibre and resin-coated papers, as well as processing procedures that produce special effects will be examined. Topics to be covered include types and functions of different B&W films and developers; types and functions of different B&W photographic papers and developers; use and operation of condenser and diffusion enlargers of different film formats; a range of special effects such as texture screens, Sabattier Effect, toning, spray and brush developing, burning, dodging and vignetting; advanced printing techniques such as use of split filtration; safe working practices for chemical handling and darkroom procedures.