P 300 :: Syllabus

This course explores theories, trends, and practices in contemporary photography, covering both commercial and non-commercial influences in this media. Students will investigate American, European, and global trends and study the resulting patterns in award winning media. Projects include case studies as individuals and in groups.

Prerequisites P106 History of Photography or Special Permission

 

Objectives

Identify differences and similarities between commercial and non-commercial trends

Determine and evaluate global trends in the media

Identify market place needs and current influencesRelate photographic theories to contemporary practices

Identify trend-related, advertising agency, and design studio applications

Policies

Materials & Supplies

Magazine Subscription of your choice

Sketchbook or Scrapbook

10+ high quality color copies or prints

Approximately $5 for metro fare for field trip


Lab/Classroom Policies

Clean up after yourself. No food or beverages in the room, ever. E-mail, video games, instant messaging, inappropriate use of the web, cell phones, music without headphones, will NOT be tolerated. Be professional and constructive. During presentations full attention will be given.

 

AI's Student Policies

Refer to the Student Handbook

Students with Disabilities, Student Conduct Policy, Academic Dishonesty

Course Length 11 Weeks Contact Hours 40 Credit Value 4.0 Estimated Homework Hours 3-5 hours per week

Grading and Attendance

Assignments 1 -7 (10% each) 60% (The lowest grade will be dropped.)

Final Project 20%

Trend book 10%

Group Project 5%

Class Participation 5%

 

Grades

Work will be evaluated throughout the quarter (not just the due date) for understanding of the assignment, concept/idea, depth of investigation, amount of challenge, time/effort, technical quality and overall effectiveness. Your grade will also be affected by attendance, participation during class time, participation in and preparedness for critiques, presentations and other assignments, as well as use of class time, general involvement and interest. Any grade below a C- will be considered a failing grade.

 

Late Work

Late work will NOT be accepted without a formal written excuse. The excuse and ALL work is due the first class back.


Attendance

Attendance is mandatory. Students who accumulate a total of 4 absences in a course will be dropped from the course and a grade of FS (failed/suspended) will be recorded for the course. 15+ minutes late is an absence.


Tardiness

Don’t be late, your grade WILL be affected. Two tardies will count as an absence.


Class Hours: Monday & Wednesday 12-1:50pm
Classroom: 1001