PT1410 - Effective Photography

Credit points:	03
Year:	2008
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
Administered by:	Photography

This subject introduces students to the fundamentals, basic theory, and practice of photography. It provides an introduction to photography and the use of 35mm digital SLR cameras and accessories, and is especially useful to students who need a basic level of photographic skills as an adjunct to their major area of study. Students studying journalism, creative arts, earth, biological or medical sciences, anthropology, archaeology, tourism or media related courses would find this a useful subject, as will any student with an interest in improving their photographic skills.

Learning Outcomes

• acquire an understanding of the use of portable flash and other artificial light sources;
• develop a basic competency in the use of reflectors and diffusers to modify existing light conditions;
• develop an understanding of the role of light and shadow in the creation of visual form and texture;
• understand the operation of and achieve competence in the use of digital SLR cameras in the creation of photographic images;
• gain an understanding of the use of different photographic lenses;
• understand design principles as they apply to the creation of photographic images;
• understand and be able to apply the basic concepts of photographic lighting to the practical use and manipulation of light.

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 communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to lead, manage and contribute effectively to teams;
• The ability to use a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:

PT1610 and PT1710

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 04-Apr-2008
Coord/Lect:	Ms Kirsten Heritage.
Contact hours:	13 hours lectures 26 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (20%); practical image folios completed in class (50%); assignments (30%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at all 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 your lecturer.
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 05-Sep-2008
Coord/Lect:	Ms Kirsten Heritage.
Contact hours:	13 hours lectures 26 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (20%); practical image folios completed in class (50%); assignments (30%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at all 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 your lecturer.
Cairns, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 04-Apr-2008
Coordinator:	Ms Kirsten Heritage
Lecturer:	Mr Russell Milledge.
Contact hours:	13 hours lectures 26 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (20%); practical image folios completed in class (50%); assignments (30%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at all 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 your lecturer.
Cairns, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 05-Sep-2008
Coordinator:	Ms Kirsten Heritage
Lecturer:	Mr Russell Milledge.
Contact hours:	13 hours lectures 26 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (20%); practical image folios completed in class (50%); assignments (30%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at all 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 your 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.