MUL 105 Digital Photography

A foundational course on Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras and lenses, sensors, data capture, processing, pixels, resolution, asset management, tagging, frames, depth of field, lighting, outputting, distribution, construction, image-making strategies, and emerging and experimental forms.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Understand the mechanics, physics, and manual operation of DSLR cameras
2. Effectively select and use DSLR lenses, tripods, and simple lighting kits
3. Effectively organize and manage digital assets
4. Effectively plan and shoot a series of high resolution digital images
5. Be familiar with an array of digital hardware and software tools
6. Understand theories and aesthetics of contemporary image making