GVC's

Digital Photography GVC's (Guaranteed Viable Curriculum)

Student Objectives

Standard 1

Students will develop an awareness of career opportunities in digital photography and an overview of the history of photography.

Standard 2

Students will be able to understand and apply the multi-step process of “workflow”.

Standard 3

Students will be able to identify different types of digital cameras, the location of their basic components, and the benefits and drawbacks of each type.

Standard 4

Students will demonstrate the appropriate use of the camera controls on a digital camera.

Standard 5

Students will be able to use and identify memory devices and file types associated with digital cameras and scanners.

Standard 6

Students will be able to understand and perform camera work.

Standard 7

Students will be able to adjust size and set resolution of downloaded images.

Standard 8

Students will be able to demonstrate basic proficiency in the use of Adobe Photoshop.

Standard 9

Students will be able to understand and demonstrate the elements of composition

Standard 10

Students will be able to display digital images in printed and electronic output.

Standard 11

Students will be able to understand and practice copyright laws, ethics and legal issues dealing with photography as identified in United States Code Title 17 Chapter 1 Section 101.

Standard 12

Students will gain an understanding of Commercial Photography as a profession and will develop professional skills for the workplace.