Digital Imaging I and II Course Syllabus

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1 Digital Imaging I and II Course Syllabus I. Teacher Contact Information Teacher: Mr. John Conant Address: jconant@grovecitychristian.org Website: (click on the School Link) II. Course Description Digital Imaging I is designed to give you hands-on-experience with many aspects of digital photography. The course will include the areas of: cameras (digital and film based), equipment including lenses and other accessories, films (digital and traditional), exposure techniques, The digital work flow, printing digital images, photo composition, filters, lighting-natural and studio, flash photography, portraits, applied photography and photographic careers. A major part of the class will include learning to edit and improve images using Adobe Photoshop CC There will be extensive use of computers during the course of the semester. You will use the computer to learn about digital and traditional photography. You will also use the computer to do digital photography, which will include using the scanner and digital cameras. All of your images will be stored on your computer in the High School Computer Lab room 485. You will learn to use several graphic software programs to edit photographs and apply special effects to digital and traditional photographs. You will also use the computer to design and produce a photo essay booklet, My Town as well as other photo projects throughout the course of the class. III. Student Learning Outcomes: The course in Digital Imaging will provide you with opportunities in various photographic experiences. Each project and assignment will allow you to achieve a personal goal. Areas as basic as the principles of a simple pin hole camera to the complex study of lighting effects will be explored. The course will allow you to incorporate God's Word through photographing the beauty of nature, people, and even architectural design used in historical churches. The camera is a humble duplicate of God's creation of the human eye. We can better understand the marvels of sight by studying the workings of a camera; thus the evolution-defying intricacies of sight will be demonstrated throughout the study of photography. Through the use of photography you will be able to apply Ecclesiastes 3:11 He hath made every thing beautiful in his time..." A major objective in photography is to direct you into areas of personal interest and allow you to develop these areas through photographic skills. You will also learn how important the camera and photography is as a tool in helping man and the society in which we live. You will also become familiar with digital imaging and use of the computer to capture, manipulate and print an image. Major Objectives At the end of this class you will be able to: 1. Trace the history of photography including the invention of the camera, digital and film based, and film. 2. List parts of the camera and their analogous parts in the human eye, describing the function of each. 3. List and define terms that are associated with digital cameras and imaging in general. 4. Prepare a sketch of a camera and identity the major components. 5. Understand the steps necessary for good photographic composition. Page 1

2 6. Define terms that are associated with light and its effects on photography. 7. Demonstrate an understanding of reciprocal exposures. 8. Classify film (traditional and digital) according to its speed, contrast, and latitude. 9. Assemble a photo booklet with pictures taken and edited by you including special effects on some images. 10. Complete assigned motion and stop action projects. 11. Learn to correctly use Adobe Bridge and Lightroom to organize and edit your images. 12. Demonstrate special photographic techniques of contrast filters, burning, dodging and vignetting using photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop CC. 13. Demonstrate lighting techniques for portraits and still life photos using umbrella lighting and a background. 14. Describe some of the principles and techniques of scenic photography. 15. Describe some of the principles and techniques of architectural photography. 16. Describe and demonstrate some of the common sense guidelines for photographing people. 17. Describe how successful photos appeal to basic human emotions. 18. Explain and demonstrate how you can achieve emphasis by controlling detail. 19. Demonstrate five basic guidelines for better photography. 20. Explain and demonstrate techniques for flash photography. 21. Write, photograph and present in class a PowerPoint presentation on a topic of your choice. 22. Be able to explain how to take time exposures in night photography and use digital cameras for low light photography. 23. Be able to use a strobe light to do stop action photography. 24. Explain and demonstrate how you can use photography in Christian service and in areas for the Lord's work. 25. Correctly use a DSLR camera as well as point and shoot cameras and cell phones to take images. 26. Photograph and use Adobe Photoshop CC to edit some images to be used in the GCCS yearbook The Eagle s Wing. 27. Correctly use a scanner to convert film based photographs to digital format. 28. Correctly use Adobe Photoshop CC to edit and improve your digital photographs. 29. Use Adobe Photoshop CC to create layered images that include several images as well as text. 30. Be able to use digital pictures from a digital camera to create a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation and Web page using Adobe Photoshop Web Gallery Software in Adobe Bride and Lightroom. 31. Learn to correctly archive digital imaging files using CD s and DVD s. 32. Mount and display your best images in the Computer lab and at the Night of Fine Arts at GCCS. 33. Display at least of your best images on the School page of Mr. Conant s Website four times during the school year. You will use Adobe Photoshop CC to create four image Websites one for each 9 week period. 34. Discuss and demonstrate the importance of integrity in the use of Photography. 35. Explain and demonstrate how they can be an example of a Christian in the world of photography. 36. Discuss and explain how photography can be used in an improper manner as related to the Christian life. IV. Course Outline INTRODUCTION-Survey, Pretest, What to expect?, What is a good photograph? History of photography, Careers in photography. Camera kit to purchase for the class (the school does have a limited number of camera that you can use during school). There are 2 Page 2

3 cameras that can be checked out and taken home with your parents permission. Use of cell phone cameras. Photo albums- types and uses of in this class. KODAK BOOK (This textbook will be used in conjunction with Digital Imaging by Michael Freeman and the chapters may not be used in order) CHAPTER I: Possibilities-An Introduction-Making photography better, Why photography, What makes a good photograph, Four important letters. CHAPTER 2: Digital Components-What makes digital cameras work, Megapixels for everyone, sensor size, types of sensors, color and the sensor, internal camera wizardry, JPEG and RAW, Live and review only LCD displays CHAPTER 3: Camera Work-the perfect camera, camera types, digital zoom, Memory cards, working with your camera, LCD use, Holding the camera, Focusing, White balance, Dust Challenges, CHAPTER 4: Exposure-What is good exposure, wht an exposure meter really does, TTL metering, metering systems exposure controls, ISO settings, Shutter speeds, Chosing shutter speeds, The importance of a tripod, Aperture, F/stops and Lens openings, the relationship between shutter speed and f/stop for exposure, Autoexposure, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter priority, Program modes, Manual exposure, the Magic of the Histogram, Fixing exposures CHAPTER 5: Daylight Photography-Seeing the light versus seeing the subject, Daylight, Bright sun on a clear day, Open shade, Hazy sun, Cloudy bright light, Heavy overcast, Light direction, Reducing light contrast, Time of day, Light and whitet balance. CHAPTER 6: Existing Light Photography-Existing light, Digital changes existing light photography, the challenge of low light, ISO setings, Lens speed, Handholding techniques, White balance, Outdoors at night CHAPTER 7: Flash Photography-Electronic flash, how it works, Flash sync, Auto flash exposure, what are guide numbers, working with built-in flash, dedicated accessory flash, manual flash, shuttter speed and flash, red-eye challenges, Easy one flash techniques for better flash photography, off-camera flash, Bounce flash, Fill and balance flash, Using simple flash modifiers, Flash recycling CHAPTER 8: Lenses-Focal length, Zoom lenses versus single-focal length lenses, Angle of view or relative magnificaion, Perspective and focal length, Depth of field, Using different focal lengths, Special lenses, Lens features to know CHAPTER 9: Filters-Filters in the digital age, Top two filters for all photographers, polarizing filter, graduated filter, Other useful filters, Infrared, Protection: do you need it, Filters for black and white, Exposure with filters CHAPTER 10: Composition-Making a photo not sighting on a target, Don t try to copy a scene, Grabbing and holding the viewer s eye, Create relationships, Isolate your subjectd, Siomplicity, Use compositon tot communicate, Framing the subject CHAPTER 11: Shooting Action-Interpreting action, stopped action, blurred action, a combination of both, Shutter speeds for stopping action, Stopping action for impact in your photos, Autofocus and action, Know your subject, Timing, Shutter lag and action, Shutter vs. Aperture priority for action, Action blur, Panning, Blue shutter speed tips, Contrasting blur and sharp CHAPTER 12: Close-up and Macro Photography-Close-up pictures have impact, The best part of close-ups, Macro for close-up: what s the difference, How to get the close-up, Flash for close-up photography, Dedicated close-up flash units, Different focal lengths for close-ups, Focusing, Making your subjuect the star CHAPTER 13: Digital Darkroom Basics-Transferring photos to the computer, organizing you photos, storage and backup, digital workflow, Ten steps to jumpstart Photoshop, Lwyers 101, Adjustment layers, basic steps to prinitng Adobe Photoshop will be used for the entire year. You will receive training in Photoshop throughout the year on a need to know basis. Adobe Photoshop CC Chapter 1-Getting Started with Adobe Photoshop CC Chapter 2-Learning Photoshop Basics Chapter 3-Working with Layers Chapter 4-Making Selections Chapter 5-Incorporating Color Techniques Chapter 6-Placing Type in an Image Page 3 Chapter 7-Using Painting Tools Chapter 8-wlrking with Special Layer Functions Chapter 9-Creating Special Effects with Filters Chapter 10-Enhancing Specific Selections Chapter 11-Asjusting Colors Chapter 12-Using Clipping Masks, Paths and Shapes IV. Materials Provided Textbooks: Kodak Guide to Digital Photography by Lark Books, 2008 Software: Windows 10 Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Lightroom

4 V. Materials Needed Folder to keep class material and project work Camera- You will need a digital camera that has adjustable settings. (See camera sheet handout) Digital Film-Cards to match your camera-you will need to have your own cards for all images you plan on taking during the course of the year. (8GB or larger-the larger the better) Batteries for your camera (AA) or the type that your camera takes Prints-During the semester you will need to have several prints made at a professional photo lab. (At least 2-5x7 and 2-8x10 for display in the classroom) Photo paper for your prints-at least 1 box of photo quality paper ( sheets) for use during the year. This paper must be turned in by the end of September. Be sure to make certain that your parents have insurance on your camera and other equipment. THE SCHOOL INSURANCE DOES NOT COVER YOUR EQUIPMENT AT SCHOOL FOR THEFT OR DAMAGE. Be sure to use your camera strap. I will be checking to see that you have your strap correctly attached to your camera. DO NOT LOAN YOUR CAMERA TO OTHERS TO USE. BE SURE NOT TO SHARE IMAGE FILES ON PROJECTS THAT YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE. VI. Absences A. It is the student s responsibility to get work from the teachers. Assignments shall be made up within the same number of days missed. This includes weekend days. (ie. A student misses Monday-Thursday, receives make-up work on Friday. Make-up work is due on Tuesday.) B. Tests and quizzes should be made up on the day the student returns to school unless new material was presented during the student s absence. C. Students missing 7 day ( or 7 periods of the same class) per semester (14 per year) will result in a mandatory parent conference D. Students missing 10 days (or 10 periods of the same class) per semester will result in Academic Probation (individualized contract made with each student with parents and principal.) E. Students missing 12 days (or 12 periods of the same class) in the same semester will result in the student failing the class. Administration reserves the right to extend the absence count based on extreme circumstances. VII. Course Policies A. Make up/late work Homework Completing homework is helpful for practicing and reinforcing skills or concepts being taught. It is important that each student completes his or her assigned work. It is also important that the work is brought to class the day and time it is due. In an effort to support the teaching of responsibility, students will not be allowed to call home for forgotten homework. Homework assignments turned in one day late will receive a 50% deduction from the earned grade. Homework turned in more than one day late will receive a zero. Project Policy Since projects are completed over an extended period of time, proper planning is essential to success. There is no excuse for projects to be turned in late. If a student is absent the day a project is due, the project must still be brought to school and turned in on time. Projects one day late 20% grade reduction Projects two days late 40% grade reduction Projects three days late zero score Test Policy If a student is absent on the day a test is given, the student is expected to make it up when he/she returns to school. If a student is absent a day of review, and returns to school on the day of the test, the student Page 4

5 is expected to take the test unless new information was reviewed in the classroom on the date the student was absent. B. Extra credit There will be extra credit available in the following areas: Review material on the Website that can be completed for extra points in the area of homework. You will also be able to get bonus points by helping with photography in the yearbook area. There will also be bonus images that can be completed for assignments. These will be listed in the assigned projects. C. Extra Help Mr. Conant will try to be available for extra help on an as needed basis. Please contact me for extra help and information on what you can do to get extra help. D. Honor Code Academic dishonesty is a serious offense. Students are expected to do their own work in and out of class. All assignments, projects, tests, quizzes, and exams are designed to measure students understanding and any action that compromises that assessment is a breach of the Honor Code. Examples of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to: 1) Copying any part of another s test, quiz, homework, project, worksheet or report 2) Using or turning in another person s work in part or in entirety 3) Using or appearing to look at review sheets, notes, or any other information not permitted during tests, quizzes or exams 4) Not following directions given by the teacher such as using a calculator or other materials instructed not to use. 5) Any communication with another student during a test, quiz or exam or about a quiz, test or exam that they have already taken 6) Plagiarize or use the ideas and/or writing of another without giving credit to the original author. The only information that can be used without documenting the source is information that would be considered common knowledge (for example, that George Washington was the first president of the United States). 7) Using an electronic device to store or communicate information to be used while taking a test, quiz or exam. 8) Using any of the above methods to assist another in being dishonest academically. Usually students who violate the Honor Code will receive a zero on the assignment or test and will serve a Saturday School or suspension because it is a level three offense. Any further violation during middle school/high school will result in an out-of-school suspension and possible expulsion. Violations of the Honor Code are determined by the staff member who observes or discovers the infraction, by the student s admission, or by at least two witnesses who observe the incident. The principal and the staff member involved will then meet with the student and notify the parents of the violation and consequences. E. Grading scale and Evaluations: A C A C A C B D B D B D F 59 and below Evaluation will include assignments given for homework such as reading of the text and doing study questions over the material, reading handouts, looking at photo examples and completing handouts in class and for homework. You will also be evaluated on your work in taking photographs, processing and printing and your work with the yearbook assignments. Page 5 Semester 1 st Quarter = 40% 2 nd Quarter = 40% Midterm = 20%

6 There will be evaluation on several major areas: Projects-Assigned in class to be worked on in class and outside of class. Photo essay book My Town Digital Images that will be printed and displayed in the classroom Yearbook photographs PowerPoint presentation-favorite Digital Images from the Semester Adobe Photoshop CC assignments and projects assigned in class Quizzes and Tests (quizzes will be used more often than tests) There will be a midterm and final exam Tests and Projects 50% Quizzes 20% Homework/Daily work in class 20% Participation-Work in class, taking assigned image 10% F. Class Expectations: 1. Be in your seat on time to start class each period. 2. Have your materials for the class, completed assignments, textbook, camera, handouts, writing materials, etc. 3. Mutual respect for everyone in the classroom. If you have a question, raise your hand. Respect the equipment of everyone. Do not use the computer or camera of someone else without their permission. 4. Do not use images that were taken by someone else without their permission. Especially do NOT use images taken by someone else and claim them to be your own work. 5. Make the class a place where we can all learn and work together to become better photographers. 6. Turn in your own work on time. 7. Maintain a high standard for all subjects in the area of photography 8. Follow computer lab guidelines 9. Use your cell phones for photography use only as related to the class material. No texting or game playing with your cell phones during class. You may use your cell phone during class to transfer image from your phone to your computer. Be sure to bring your own cords or use your own online storage device. (ie. Dropbox) G. Class Room Procedures: DAILY SCHEDULE: Lecture and discussion-textbook PowerPoint presentations over each chapter Audio visuals-dvd or computer software (During the course of the year, you will be viewing many different DVD s or digital files covering a wide variety of topics in the area of Digital Imaging and photography. You will be responsible for all material covered on the DVD s or digital files. There will be a study sheet for you to complete on some of the videos you view in class. The material on the DVD s and digital files may be used on any quizzes or tests in Digital Imaging class.) Photo examples Camera equipment examples Note taking and textbook exercises Quiz and test taking Hands-on experience Page 6

7 Internet use (Remember that there is to be no surfing of any kind during this class. All Internet use will be under classroom supervision of the teacher for specific tasks.) H. Teaching Methods: Lecture including chapter PowerPoints for the textbook (10%) Audio visuals and examples (video, computer) (10%) Textbook reading, discussion and questions (10%) Taking photographs, editing and working on photo book (40%) Yearbook photography, photographic projects, photo editing on the computer (30%) I. Digital Images Taken For This Class: All assigned images will be stored on your computer in the computer lab. You can store other images you take there but be sure that all the images you take and store at GCCS are within the guideline for acceptable images as discussed below in the section on Subject Material. Your teacher reserves the right to check all images at any time to be sure they are God Honoring. Be sure to handle your digital files with care since they are the only record of your work in this class. You will also be printing thumbnails of your images files and keeping them in a notebook so that they can be checked for a grade. Your image files will be checked at least once each 9 weeks. J. Digital Image Files: All of the images you take for this class will be placed in a folder named digital imaging 2014 your name in the My Pictures folder on your computer. It is very important that you keep all individual images in folders in that folder. Keep them by date and title. Example: MY PICTURES digital imaging mike smith people-mike smith pets-mike smith Img-4325 Img-4326 Img-4327 Img sports-mike smith (See examples of folder structure and use of the public folder.) If you keep your images all in one folder it will make it easier for backup when we do that several times during the year. Images that are completed for grading will be placed in the public folder on your computer. You will receive instruction on this later in the class. All project files must include your name. If your name is not included in the project file name, you will not receive a grade for that project. Example: fallcompositemrconant NOTE: Since you do not have any negatives, these digital files serve as your negatives and they must be protected. You should constantly backup your files on a DVD. Magnetic storage devices can be erased but when the images are on a DVD or optical format they are better protected. Page 7

8 We will be backing these up at least once every 9 weeks. You will need to purchase at least 4-5 DVD-R or DVD+R for use in backing up your files. We will also backup your projects and important images on an external hard drive. All images will be stored on your assigned computer in folders by date and topic. BE SURE TO NEVER DELETE ANY IMAGES THAT YOU NEED FOR PROJECTS IN THIS CLASS K. Subject Material: Do not take or bring in any images that are in any way questionable in their subject matter. At no time during the course of this class are you to bring in any materials (books, magazines, pictures, Internet pages) that are not clean and Godly. At no time during this course will we study glamour photography. Everything you take pictures of should be wholesome and in no way should compromise your testimony for God or the testimony of the school. Two excellent verses to remember for this class are: Psalm 101:3 I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me. Colossians 3:17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Page 8