CM 209 - Introduction to Digital Photography

This course introduces students to the study of pixel-based photography and the process of creating images and storing images using digital cameras, computer based media or digital media. Artistic, theoretical, ethical and technical aspects of digital photography will also be studied. Other topics to be covered include what to look for when buying a digital camera; the theory, mechanics and art of digital imagery; digital darkrooms; the process of digital photo taking; stitching photos for virtual reality and preparing digital images for print, World Wide Web and other digital media.
Prerequisite(s): CM 103 and CIS 115, or permission of instructor
3 credits , plus 2 contact hours = 2 lecture , 3 laboratory