Computer Graphics and Visual Communication (Photography and Imaging Option)

General Education - 21-22 Credits

Required Program Core - 18 Credits

• ARTS 131 - Two Dimensional Design 3 Credits.
• ARTS 132 - Drawing I 3 Credits.
• ARTS 133 - Color Theory 3 Credits.
• ARTS 134 - Three Dimensional Design 3 Credits.
• CGVC 120 - Digital Imaging I 3 Credits.
• CGVC 121 - Computer Illustration I 3 Credits.

Photography and Imaging Option - 24 Credits

• CGVC 124 - Introduction to Digital Video Design and Production I 3 Credits.
• MNGT 206 - Small Business Management I 3 Credits.
• ARTS 160 - Fundamentals of Photography 3 Credits.
• PHTO 107 - Digital Photography I 3 Credits.
• PHTO 207 - Digital Photography II 3 Credits.
• PHTO 216 - Studio Techniques 3 Credits.
• PHTO 220 - Photojournalism 3 Credits.
• CGVC 254 - Portfolio Workshop 3 Credits.

Total Number of Credits Required for Degree 63-64**

**A new college orientation requirement, completion of the one-credit ACDV 101  course, Transitioning to College, went into effect spring 2010. If you are a credit student who is new to college (meaning you have not successfully completed college coursework at another institution(s)), you are required to take ACDV 101  during your first semester at CCBC, thereby increasing the number of credits required for the degree to 64-65 credits. Students are required to provide an official transcript(s) to document successful completion of college coursework at another institution(s) in order for this requirement to be waived.

The Photography and Imaging option prepares students for positions in commercial photography studios, in-house imaging departments, portrait/event studios, industrial photography departments, digital imaging labs, photojournalism, and multimedia production companies. Graduates may seek employment as digital imaging specialists, commercial studio assistants, wedding/event photographers, portrait photographers, photojournalists, industrial/forensic photographers, freelancers, retail lab technicians, and in photographic sales. Students who select this curriculum and plan to transfer to a four-year college, university, or art school should consult with the program coordinator. This program offers a variety of specialized courses that may not match every transfer pattern. 

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this degree option, students will be able to:

1. understand camera types and their respective uses;
2. produce high quality color and black and white digital/photographic prints;
3. describe and use digital image capture devices;
4. use digital image editing software/hardware;
5. understand color theory and processes;
6. mount photographs for presentation;
7. understand and operate studio lighting equipment;
8. understand and use professional portrait techniques;
9. describe sensitometry and characteristic film curves; and
10. develop and present a creative professional portfolio.

Program Description:

The Computer Graphics and Visual Communication (CGVC) program prepares students for careers or transfer to four-year degree programs in graphic design, animation, motion graphics, photography, digital imaging, game design, and interactive media. This program, which incorporates a common core of six studio and digitally based courses, offers an A.A.S. degree with six different options for study. Please see curriculum degree and certificate options for specific descriptions. Students who select this curriculum and plan to transfer to a four-year college, university, or art school should consult with the program coordinator. This program offers a variety of specialized courses that may not match every transfer pattern.

Note:

• Computer Graphics and Visual Communication (Photography and Imaging Option) Semester Sequence