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Annexure ‘CD – 01’
Course Title: Photography for BeginnersCourse Code: N.A.
Credit Units: One
Level:UG
Course Objectives:
In this course students will be introduced to the concepts & practice, of modern photography. Students will do experiments about visual literacy and connectedness to the medium. Students will create fictional and non- fictional images on self generated concepts. Work outside of class will be required.
Prerequisites:
The student should have an aptitude to learn photography Student Learning Outcomes:
The following course will help students in the following areas
After successful completion of this course, students will have a better understanding of the Producing of digital images, Modification of digital images(editing) Employ & practice concepts of Visual communication and storytelling. Students will be able to create and design work on projects that address both the art of the medium as well as the commercial application.
Course Contents/Syllabus:
L T P/S
TOTAL CREDIT UNITS
1 0 1
Pedagogy for Course Delivery:
Weightage (%)Module I – Approach to Visual Composition
20
Principles Of composition Basic Component of Composition Rule of thirds Source of light:Natural and Artificial Direction and angle of light Lighting contrast and its control Electronic flash and its synchronisation Three point light system
Module II – Visual Perception40 Basics of Camera (aperture, shutter speed, focal length, depth of field etc.,) Camera operations- Types of
Camera, Types of Lenses. The art of seeing Aperture and depth of field Shutter and motion Film Speed (ISO) and Noise Lenses – types & uses Focal length, Focal plane & Focus Lenses and its relation to subjects Exposure techniques
Module III – Photography Practical 40
Practicing Indoor & Outdoor Lighting Techniques Photography Assignments and Projects Developing Personal Digital Portfolio Digital Image Manipulation using computer software
The classes will also have a lot of practical exercises to understand the various techniques and practically apply them.
Assessment/ Examination Scheme:
Theory L/T (%) Lab/Practical/Studio (%) End Term Examination
100 100
Theory Assessment (L&T):Continuous Assessment/Internal Assessment End Term
Examination
Components (Drop down)
Assignment Class test Project Attendance
Weightage (%)
NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL
Continuous Assessment/Internal Assessment End Term Examination
Components (Drop down
Project 1 Project 2 Viva Attendance
Weightage (%) 10 10 5 5
Text:
1. Michael, (2003). Basic Photography. Plume
2. Peterson, (2010). Bryan Understanding Exposure, Amphoto Books