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Updated
19 January, 2012
Course Details
Unit 1: Brief and Visualisation
Unit 2: Using Cameras
Unit 3: Post-capture Production
Unit 4: Digital photographic storage
Unit 5: Presentation and Finishing Techniques
Who should complete this course?
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
Assessment
Accreditation
| Diploma in Digital Photography |  |
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- Course Fee: EUR495
- Distance Learning course with Tutor Support accredited by: College of Management and IT
- Students have 6 months to work at their own pace, and can start at any time of year.
- Click here to Enrol for this course online now
- Click here to Request a Prospectus
Course Details
This is a comprehensive course in digital photography and post-production imaging. It aims to provide enhanced skills and knowledge that are required within the photographic industry. The course covers the art of taking photographs, planning a shoot and manipulating photographs using digital software. As the course involves manipulating photographs to produce special effects, Students must have access to a Windows computer to use photography software (software is provided free with the course).
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Click here for an overview of CMIT eLearning
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Click here for an overview of CMIT eLearning
Topics Covered in this Course
Unit 1: Brief and Visualisation
- Planning a Shoot
- Composing an Image
- Camera Controls
- Developing a Portfolio
- Logging Your Work
Unit 2: Using Cameras
- Using a Digital Camera
- Capturing and Storing Images
- Photography Techniques
- Advanced Camera Use
- Appropriate Equipment
Unit 3: Post-capture Production
- Digital Imaging Software
- Getting Started with Paint.net
- Cropping, Re-sizing and Rotating Images
- Photographic Effects
- Using Layers
- Special Effects
- Colour Correction
Unit 4: Digital photographic storage
- Workflow
- Workstation Design
- Storage
- Print Output
- Print Quality and Resolution
Unit 5: Presentation and Finishing Techniques
- Filing and Cataloging
- Trimming Techniques
- Mounting Techniques
- Presentation Techniques
- Galleries
Who should complete this course?
- People who wish to learn photographic skills for work, career or personal reasons.
- Those new to Photography who wish to learn advanced skills.
- People who wish to learn digital imaging techniques.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
- Leaving Cert or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
- Good working knowledge of computers.
- Students must have access to a Digital Camera and a Windows computer to use photography software (software is provided free with the course).
Assessment
- This course is assessed through a portfolio of work (30 photos), a project (12 photos) and a typed workbook.
- All work submitted must be your own work. There is no exam with this course.
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a Diploma in Digital Photography from College of Management and IT (CMIT).
- We also offer a separate version of this course with FETAC certification: Click here for information
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