PT1720 - Photographic Theory and Practice 2

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
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Available to Bachelor of Photography students. Students undertaking this subject must either have passed or have a concurrent enrolment in PT1510.

This subject builds on the theoretical and practical concepts introduced in PT1610 and PT1710 integrating them to further develop the fundamental principles on which photography is based. Topics to be covered include: measurement and calculation of exposure through incident and reflected readings; photographic composition and design; theory and use of camera filters; print presentation techniques including retouching and mounting; use of a copystand.

Learning Outcomes

• achieve competency in all aspects of photofinishing;
• acquire a thorough understanding of the measurement and control of light;
• acquire an understanding of the principles of 35mm black and white photography;
• continue to develop and demonstrate safe work practices;
• develop an awareness of the principles of photographic composition;
• produce a folio of work representing the students personal artistic direction.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to calculate, produce, interpret and communicate numerical information;
• The ability to select and use appropriate IT tools;
• The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively;
• The ability to use and interpret different media;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to use a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information;
• The ability to reflect on and evaluate learning processes and products.

Prerequisites:	PT1610 and PT1710
Corequisites:	PT1510
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	PT1410

Availabilities
, , Study Period 2
Census Date 08-Sep-2006
Coord/Lect:	jc145973.
Contact hours:	13 hours 39 hours
Assessment:	(90%); (10%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at practical classes is compulsory. Rolls are kept and work submitted by students with an attendance of less than 80% will not be eligible for assessment unless prior approval has been obtained in writing from the lecturer.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.