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12 courses with the subject PHO, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

PHO 110Fund of Photography 3 65

Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course covers the basic technical aspects of photography, including camera controls, light and optics, flash, exposure, and processing. Emphasis is placed on principles of camera design and the relationship between subject and photographic image, with hands-on experience. Upon completion, students should be able to consistently produce technically excellent images. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 113History of Photography 3 03

Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course introduces the history of photography from its inception through contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on technical and aesthetical developments in artistic and commercial photography. Upon completion, students should be able to identify significant photographers and procedures, trace the development of the medium, and discuss current trends in photography.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 115Basic Studio Lighting 2 64

Corequisites: This course covers the basic principles of studio lighting. Topics include basic lighting techniques and application of lighting ratios to product illustration/portraiture using tungsten/electronic strobe sources, with emphasis on equipment maintenance and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to select and set up the best lights and lighting applications for a wide variety of photographic subjects. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 110
PHO 125Basic Object Lighting 0 31

Corequisites: This course introduces the techniques used in controlling studio lighting for object illustration using tungsten light and electronic flash on basic geometric shapes. Topics include equipment operation, safety, and maintenance; light quality; exposure methods; and the illusion of form in a photograph. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and correctly work with studio lighting equipment to produce quality images of a variety of geometric forms. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 110
PHO 126Basic Portrait Lighting 0 31

Corequisites: This course covers basic techniques used in studio lighting for portraiture, including controlled lighting of facial contours using electronic flash. Topics include F/stop series; equipment operation, safety, and maintenance; and basic lighting patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to safely set up and operate strobe lighting in a studio applying appropriate light patterns to the subject. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 110
PHO 139Intro to Digital Imaging 1 32

Prerequisites: 2015-2016 Rockingham Community College 239

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 140Digital Photo Imaging I 2 44

Corequisites: This course introduces digital photo imaging exploring the use of hardware/software, image capture, input/output devices, ethics, and imaging aesthetics. Emphasis is placed on basic imaging tools and vocabulary of current digital imaging software, including selection tools, color correction, cloning, copy/paste, and filters. Upon completion, students should be able to capture images with a digital camera or scanner, manipulate and retouch the image, and select final image output. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 110
PHO 180Creative Problem Solving 1 43

Corequisites: This course encourages the development of innovative photographic solutions to instructor-assigned tasks. Emphasis is placed on identifying components necessary to complete the task and applying creative solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems in a variety of photographic areas, combining media where needed to achieve the desired results. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 110
PHO 219Digital Applications 42

Choose one: HIS 112 World Civilizations II or HIS 122 Western Civilization II 3 3

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 220Business of Photography 3 03

Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course covers the business practices of photography with emphasis on freelance photography. Topics include copyright, payment fees, client relations, licenses, insurance, assignments, stock sales, and usage rates. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the photographic business, including billing, clients, copyright protection, and obtaining assignments.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 224Multimedia Production 53

Technical Elective 1+ 1

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
PHO 240Digital Photo Imaging II 2 44

Corequisites: This course covers advanced applications of digital imaging. Emphasis is placed on using digital cameras for image capture, with subsequent computer interfacing for image editing and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of digital camera techniques and apply the technology to photographic projects. Additional supplies and/or lab fees may apply.

Subject
PHO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2015-2016
Source
rockinghamcc.edu
Prerequisite
PHO 140

Source: Rockingham Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61