MATC 2024-25 Catalog

Creative Arts, Design & Media Academic & Career Pathway Photography PROGRAM CODE: 10-203-1

Associate Degree

COURSE

CREDITS

ENG-195

Written Communication ‡ ^ ........................................... 3 (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ Introduction to Digital Photography ^ ............................. 1 Digital Fundamental Photography ^ ............................... 3 Photographic Trends ^ ................................................... 1 Photoshop for Photographers 1 ^................................... 3 Psychology of Human Relations...................................... 3 (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course Math With Business Applications ‡ ^ ............................. 3 (or) Any 200-level MATH course Photographic Lighting ‡ ^ .............................................. 3 Photographic Composition ^ .......................................... 3 Measurement Techniques ‡ ^ ........................................ 3 Photoshop for Photographers 2 ‡ ^................................ 3 Technical Reporting ‡..................................................... 3 (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course Digital Photography ‡ ..................................................... 3 View Camera Techniques ‡ ............................................ 3 Commercial Photography ‡ ............................................ 3 Portraiture ‡ ................................................................... 3 Think Critically and Creatively ........................................ 3 (or) Any 200-level SOCSCI or HIST course Economics...................................................................... 3 (or) Any 200-level ECON course Photographic Portfolio ‡ ................................................. 3 Photographic Management ‡.......................................... 1 Photojournalism ‡........................................................... 3 DSLR Video ‡ ................................................................. 3 Photography Internship ‡................................................ 1

PHOTO-100 PHOTO-101 PHOTO-107 PHOTO-141 PSYCH-199

MATH-123

PHOTO-108 PHOTO-130 PHOTO-139 PHOTO-142

Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus Start Dates: August and January

Admission Requirement: High school diploma or GED; demonstration of basic computer skills in the Mac OS; the ability to lift, bend, and move equipment; and professional DSLR or mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses and full manual controls Transfer: Will transfer to one or more four-year institutions Financial Aid Eligible: Yes. Apply at fafsa.gov. Use School Code 003866. Program Description Use professional equipment and methods to master the skills necessary for this highly visual, creative and exacting profession. MATC’s laboratory/studio areas have state-of-the-art traditional and digital cameras, lighting, processing, and fi nishing equipment. Program requirements include an internship for real-world experience. Career Outlook Photographers work in advertising, photojournalism, and industrial and portrait photography. Employment opportunities also include equipment sales. Program Learning Outcomes • Apply the principles of design and storytelling to develop media products and services. • Demonstrate pro fi ciency in the use of media software, tools and technology.

ENG-197

PHOTO-103 PHOTO-106 PHOTO-121 PHOTO-124 SOCSCI-103

ECON-195

PHOTO-114 PHOTO-166 PHOTO-173 PHOTO-180 PHOTO-190

61

CREDITS Total credits needed to complete this degree

‡ Prerequisite required. ^ Counts toward earning the Digital Imaging technical diploma. Program curriculum requirements are subject to change. Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.

Complete Program Details QUESTIONS? 414-297-6004 or creativeartspathway@matc.edu

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