Course Descriptions Habermas, Daniel Dennett, John Hospers, James Rachels, Peter Singer, Ayn Rand, and John Rawls. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Enrichment Program and eligibility for ENGL101. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 3B --CSU Area(s): C2
PHIL 112
4 units
Critical Thinking and Composition LEC 64-72 (formerly Methods of Argument) This course focuses on studying the structure of argument, the detection of common argument fallacies, the creation of cogent, valid argument, and the acquisition of skills needed to translate clearly constructed arguments into argumentative essays. Students will study inductive and deductive logic, valid and invalid argument forms, the difference between fact, judgment and belief, and the importance definition plays in constructing strong arguments. Prerequisite: ENGL-101 (with a grade of C or better). --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C or AA/AS D2 --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 1B --CSU Area(s): A3
PHIL 112H
4 units
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C or AA/AS D2 --Transfers to both UC/CSU
--Not transferable
PHOT 125
3 units
Digital Photography Production I LEC 48-54 This course provides practical, technical, critical and creative instruction in digital photographic theory and workflow utilizing digital imaging software and capture equipment. It covers fundamental photographic principles, theory and exposure essentials, referencing the evolution of the photographic industry from traditional to digital tools. Coursework is project-based and immersive. Students will acquire skill sets pertaining to the digital paradigm that will allow them to master acquisition, manipulation, and digital output to current professional industry standards. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: MUL-110.
PHOT 130
--CSU Area(s): A3
1-3 units
Special Projects: Philosophy IS 16-54 Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. *NOTE: TBA (to be arranged) hours are included in the total hours listed above. Prerequisite: Previous Philosophy classes; a contract must be completed with the instructor prior to enrollment. --Transfers to CSU only
Photography
3 units
History of Still Photography LEC 48-54 The History of Still Photography offers a comprehensive exploration of the historical progression of fixing a still image, that is to say writing with light. This course starts in ancient times with naturally occurring images, and moves through advances in optics and chemical processes. It then moves through the prolific period of traditional Black and White photography and then covers the birth and advancements of the digital light sensor and its possibilities for the future. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to CSU only
PHOT 149
--IGETC Area(s): 1B
PHOT 090
1 unit
Professional Production Studio Laboratory LAB 48-54 This advanced lab course makes the Digital “Light Room” and Digital imaging studio available to advanced digital photography students who have completed Digital Photography Production III and seek professional-level photographic challenges in the studio and on location. Students enroll in this course to be eligible to reserve the Digital Studio to produce project work assigned in this production lab. Prerequisite: PHOT-225 (with a grade of C or better).
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
Honors Critical Thinking and Composition LEC 64-72 This course focuses on studying the structure of argument, the detection of common argument fallacies, the creation of cogent, valid argument, and the acquisition of skills needed to translate clearly constructed arguments into argumentative essays. Students will study inductive and deductive logic, valid and invalid argument forms, the difference between fact, judgment and belief, and the importance definition plays in constructing strong arguments. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Honors Enrichment Program; ENGL-101 (with a grade of C or better).
PHIL 299
PHOT 091
1-4 units
Occupational Internship: Paid 75-300/Unpaid 60-240 Photography The purpose of this course is to enable eligible students to include supervised on-the-job training as an integral part of the total college educational program. This is accomplished through a planned program of learning experiences which combines academic and vocational learning at school with new learning experiences on the job in an occupational setting. *NOTE: TBA (to be arranged) hours are included in the total hours listed above. Prerequisite: Each student must be enrolled for the full semester and have completed one course in the discipline. A training agreement must be completed prior to registration. Please refer to the Occupational Internship Student Handbook for specific information. --Transfers to CSU only
1 unit
PHOT 224
3 units
Digital Imaging Studio Laboratory LAB 48-54 This lab course makes the Digital “Light Room” and Digital imaging studio available to intermediate and advanced digital photography students. Students enroll in this lab to be eligible to reserve the Digital Studio to produce project work assigned throughout the photography program. The studio is available to students who have successfully completed the beginning photography course. Students enrolled in this lab must also be concurrently enrolled in the intermediate course or the advanced course. Prerequisite: PHOT-125 (with a grade of C or better). Corequisite: PHOT-224 or PHOT-225.
Digital Photography Production II LEC 48-54 This course is designed to elevate the student to a professional level of digital photography production that includes the following advanced issues: compositing strategies and special effect techniques, workflow, composition, photomontage and retouch, as well as a variety of output formats. It is for the professional photographer who wishes to make the transition from traditional photography to the digital paradigm, as well as for the student wishing to transfer in the field of photography. Prerequisite: PHOT-125 (with a grade of C or better).
--Not transferable
--Transfers to CSU only
Mt. San Jacinto College 2013-2014 Catalog
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C
273
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