Last modified: September 10, 2020

2019 20 Basic Film Photography

1.      Course description/overview/welcome statement

Code: 40.13.00.00.010

Title: Basic Film Photography

Credit Type: CTE, FA

Credit Amount: 0.5

Standards: https://www.schools.utah.gov/file/36cf0f8b-41ca-4e7c-a5a2-cde46e82990e

This statement is to inform students and parents of the general policies for Basic film Photography. Please read this disclosure document carefully so you are aware of the specific policies for this class.  If you have questions, please contact Ms. Wood by e-mail at toniw@provo.edu.

Welcome to photography class. This is a course that provides students an opportunity to learn black and white photographic skills, techniques and processing. Due to the nature of the subject matter, and the limitations of in-class time, it is essential that students be self-motivated. Students will need to schedule their time to allow for quality picture taking, film development, printing and processing. The program of study for this class Is based on the State Core Standards. Students will also have the opportunity to participate In the SkillsUSA program.

2.      Learning expectations

Overarching Goals: At the conclusion of the course. each student will be able to:

Appreciate and apply aesthetic values in the taking and the evaluation of photographs Correctly expose and process roll film and produce finished prints that conform to accepted standards of technical and aesthetic quality Explore the history of photography, copyright laws and legal issues dealing with photography Research the types of employment opportunities that are available in the field of photography Apply safety rules in working with photographic chemicals and maintain a clean and safe work area

3.      Assessment of progress and achievement

This is a Career and Technical Education class. Students will have the opportunity to take the state CTE Proficiency Exam. This test is offered one time during the semester. There is no makeup for this test if the student misses the test date.

Class work will be in the form of reading, research and photo projects, studying for the state CTE Proficiency Exam, vocabulary and chapter quizzes, and journal assignments. This is a lab class, which means most of our work will be completed in class. Some students may feel they need additional time to complete assignments. For this reason, many assignments will be accepted up to one week late without penalty. After an assignment is more than one week late it will receive late credit.

The work you turn in must be your own, specifically created for this class. Cheating will not be tolerated. See school policy for academic integrity in the student handbook.

No work will be accepted or scored into the next term.

4.      Course materials

There is a lab fee per semester. This helps cover film photography classroom materials and expenses. Pay your fee at the cashier’s office to Ms. Wood’s photography account.

The class uses 35mm SLR film cameras, in which the shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted manually. Students can use their own cameras.

Each student will expose and develop approximately 6 rolls of Black and white film, color based black and white film will not work.

Students are expected to take care of all classroom equipment and will be responsible for any damages. Fines may be applied for damaged equipment.

Supplies provided by the teacher are: 6 rolls of 35mm (ISO 400) black and white film, RC coated photo paper, and 10 negative sleeves. Students will also need a journal, and 3-ring binder and 2 2-pocket folders.

5.      classroom procedures

TIMPVIEW PRIDE:

Attendance: Come to class and be on time! Make sure you read the school policy in the student handbook.

Come to class: This is a “lab” class and attendance is crucial. Excessive absences will result in a lowered grade.

Tardies: Students that are not in the class and ready for instruction are considered tardy (see school policy for penalties and make-ups). Students are expected to sign the tardy log upon entering the class after the bell. If a late student fails to sign the tardy log after the role has been taken, they will be counted as absent.

Truancies: See school policy in the student handbook. A student who leaves the room without permission will receive a truant.

Class Work will be in the form of reading, research and photo projects, studying for the state CTE Proficiency Exam, vocabulary and chapter quizzes, and journal assignments. This is a lab class, which means most of our work will be completed in class. Some students may feel they need additional time to complete assignments. For this reason, many assignments will be accepted up to one week late without penalty. After an assignment is more than one week late it will receive late credit.

The work you turn in must be your own, specifically created for this class. Cheating will not be tolerated. See school policy for academic integrity in the student handbook.

No work will be accepted or scored into the next term.

SAFETY: Safety is a major concern in a photography lab. Please be aware that potentially dangerous materials will be used. Students will be required to follow specific guidelines to ensure their safety as well as the safety of classmates. Any violation of lab rules will end in expulsion from the class, along with a failing grade.

Class rules:

No eating or drinking in the classroom.

No personal music equipment or cell phones. These items will be removed. See school policy for electronic devices in the student handbook.

Dress modestly: See school policy for dress and grooming standards in the student handbook.

“G” rated art room: No swearing, no violence, no sexual language or behavior. See school and district policy for standards of statement on orderly and safe schools in the student handbook.

RESPECT: Good manners should govern all student and adult behavior at all times in and outside of class. Respect of teacher, classroom equipment, our school, classmates, and self are expected at all times.

Clean up: Everyone is expected to clean up work areas at the end of class. Students will not be dismissed from class until clean-up is complete.

6.      Calendar of due dates for major assignments

Pacing Guide: Subject to change

Photography orientation

SkillsUSA

Photography careers

History of Photography

Copy right laws

How to use a film camera/camera controls

Demonstrate multi-step workflow process to develop black and white film

Demonstrate multi-step workflow process to develop black and white contact sheets

Demonstrate elements and principles of photography/project

Demonstrate multi-step workflow process to develop black and white enlargements/project

Demonstrate bracketing/project

Demonstrate shutter speed/project

Demonstrate aperture-depth of field/project

State Test study guides/prep

State Test

7.      Progress reports and report cards

Grades: Parents will have access to their student’s grades via PowerSchool.