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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
PHTGD358B
Course Title (CB02)
Photographic Photoshop II
Course Credit Status
Non-Credit
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Course Description
This course teaches students to refine their digital imaging skills using Photoshop while learning channel mixing, advanced layering, and masking techniques. Topics include color management, optimization of the toolbox, an introduction to large-format printing, and the use of specific photographic methods and controls to create and manage imagery in an all-digital environment. Students will develop critical thinking skills to analyze diverse cultural, intellectual, philosophical, ethical, and aesthetic concerns of the digital photograph.
Faculty Requirements
Discipline 1
[Photography]
FSA
[FHDA FSA - PHOTOGRAPHY]
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This is a noncredit enhanced, CTE course and belongs on the Photographic Retouching and Digital Post-Production Certificate of Completion. This course is the intermediate level of digital editing and imaging skills for photographers through the use of Photoshop.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
99

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Not transferable

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
0.0
Maximum Credit Units
0.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours2.04.0
Laboratory Hours3.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
24.0
Laboratory
36.0
Total
60.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
48.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
48.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

  • ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.
  • Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra

PHTG D358A

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

NONCREDIT: (This is a noncredit enhanced, CTE course.)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aid

Demonstration

Quiz and examination review performed in class

Homework and extended projects

Guest speakers

Assignments

  1. Reading from assigned chapters of textbook and instructor handouts
  2. Bi-monthly Photoshop exercises
  3. Final portfolio, including a written artist's statement

Methods of Evaluation

  1. One each, mid-term and final exam using a combination of multiple choice, true/false, and short answers to evaluate the student's grasp of techniques and concepts covered in the course content.
  2. Participation in lab discussions and class critiques of both artist works shown and classmate works presented.
  3. Bi-monthly, in-class exercises demonstrating practical knowledge of Photoshop techniques from course content.
  4. Final portfolio including an artist's statement and an oral and visual presentation reflective of a combination of material and techniques covered in class including creativity and personal expression.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • Digital camera
  • Transportable media (hard drive, memory stick)
Essential College Facilities:
  • None

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
Martin Evening (Author)Adobe Photoshop 2020 for Photographers: A professional image editor's guide to the creative use of Photoshop for the Macintosh and PCRoutledgeJanuary 4, 2021 /1st Edition0367346834
Conrad Chavez (Author), Andrew Faulkner (Author)Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book (2022 release)PearsonDecember 27, 2021 /1st Edition0137621108

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

None.

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Define and describe advanced terminology, tools, devices and techniques necessary to create or edit digital images.
  • Advanced understanding of the structure of a digital image; demonstrate the proper use of image capture, input, display, storage and output.
  • Edit and assemble images using advanced Photoshop tools and techniques.
  • Critique classmate's photographic images in order to refine technical skills, better understand the technology, and to interpret and value the diversity of individual expression.
  • Develop and present an advanced digital portfolio using his/her own original, photographic imagery and advanced Photoshop skills.

CSLOs

  • Create digital images using intermediate/advanced Photoshop editing techniques.

Outline

  1. Define and describe advanced terminology, tools, devices, and techniques necessary to create or edit digital images.
    1. Advanced techniques
      1. Camera RAW processing
      2. RGB and grayscale modes
      3. Layers and layer masks
      4. Black & white
      5. Paths
      6. Color managed workflow
    2. Image output
      1. Output devices
      2. Fine art printing
      3. Working with a service bureau
  2. Advanced understanding of the structure of a digital image; demonstrate the proper use of image capture, input, display, storage, and output.
    1. Structure of a digital image and the relationship of resolution and image size
    2. Refined methods of image capture and input
      1. Cameras
      2. Scanners
    3. Color management
      1. Monitor calibration and display
      2. RGB spaces
      3. ICC color management systems and profiles
    4. Image storage
      1. File formats
      2. Transportable/external media
      3. Print storage
    5. Large format printing
      1. Settings
      2. Paper
      3. Best resolution, size, color profile, and scheme for a digital print
  3. Edit and assemble images using advanced Photoshop tools and techniques.
    1. The History palette
    2. Color and tone sampling, and assigning white and black points
    3. Advanced layering techniques
      1. Layer masks
      2. Adjustment layers
      3. Layer styles
    4. Channels panel
      1. Individual channels
      2. Channel mixer
    5. Actions Panel
      1. Building an Action
      2. Running an Action
  4. Critique classmate's photographic images in order to refine technical skills, better understand the technology and interpret and value the diversity of individual expression.
    1. Presentation of digital imagery created from digital and/or traditional capture (works-in-progress).
      1. Meaning and intent in the image
      2. Description, evaluation, and interpretation of class imagery
    2. Examination of family histories, "place", the landscape, portraiture, still life, and abstraction.
    3. Considerations of a post-photographic age worldwide.
  5. Develop and present an advanced digital portfolio using his/her own original, photographic imagery and advanced Photoshop skills.
    1. Subject matter, style, and camera techniques considered
    2. Incorporate intermediate/advanced Photoshop techniques for best fine print results

Lab Topics

  1. Masks
  2. Experimental techniques (toning, cross-processing, panoramic treatments)
  3. Preparation for fine print
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