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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI364

Course Name:

Digital Photograpgy

Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. ALİ ALTAN YÜCEL

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Ali Altan YÜCEL

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This course focuses on photography with an emphasis on its digital aspects. The course is designed to: 1- Introduce students to the basics of digital camera photography. 2- Demonstrate the relationship between the art of painting and photography. 3- Provide information about all stages of digital photography. 4- Introduce several photography methods.
Course Content:	This course is an introduction to digital photography. Students will learn a short history of photography, the basics of digital camera, essentials of photography and digital photographic processes. Though main course materials will be uploaded to Blackboard system, students are advised to take their own notes during the lectures.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Define key photography terminology
2) Master exposure settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO)
3) Compose visually appealing photographs
4) Apply the rule of thirds and other composition techniques
5) Identify and manipulate different types of lighting
6) Edit and enhance photographs using software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom)
7) Understand the role of photography in communication and develop the ability to tell stories through photographs.
8) Differentiate among and use the portrait photography techniques
9) Understand the unique challenges of outdoor photography and capture stunning landscapes and nature scenes
10) Develop the skills for street and candid photography and address ethical considerations in public photography
11) Ability to understand image resolution and file formats and adapt photography to various online platforms
12) Understand copyright and intellectual property issues in photography

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction: A Brief History of Photography
2)	The Camera
3)	The Lens, Focusing, Aperture and Depth of Field
4)	Shutter and Exposure
5)	Understanding Light, Lighting Styles
6)	midterm week
7)	The Sensor, Measuring the Light, Reading the Histogram
8)	Filters, Flash
9)	Composition
10)	Portraits
11)	Abstract Photography
12)	Landscape, Cityscape and Architecture Photography
13)	Documentary, Street and Action Photography
14)	Digital Image Development, On Printing and Exhibiting

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Öğretim Üyesi Notları ve Sunumları/ Lecturer's Notes and Presentations
References:	Kitaplar / Books: Ang, T. (2016) Digital photographer’s handbook. Penguin Random House. (Original work published 2012) Lacey, J. (1995) Essential camera skills. Hamlyn. Web Siteleri / Websites: https://digital-photography-school.com/ https://independent-photo.com/ https://www.lensculture.com/ https://www.magnumphotos.com/

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
Program Outcomes
1) Possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill nursing roles and functions.
2) Fulfills the health care needs of individuals, families, and society by utilizing professional roles through a holistic and evidence-based approach, in accordance with the nursing process, ethical principles, patient safety, and quality standards.
3) Uses care and informatics technologies in nursing practice, research, education, and management.
4) Establishes effective communication and collaboration with individuals, families, society, colleagues, other healthcare team members, and organizations for the development and delivery of healthcare services.
5) Accesses international nursing literature through the use of a foreign language.
6) Adheres to the relevant legislation in professional nursing practices.
7) Applies lifelong learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in personal and professional life.
8) Determines protection and nursing care priorities in situations that impact public health on a large scale, such as natural disasters and pandemics, and demonstrates responsiveness in crisis management.
9) Contributes to the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of health policies and organizational quality systems.
10) Takes an active role in research, projects, and activities with a sense of social responsibility.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill nursing roles and functions.
2)	Fulfills the health care needs of individuals, families, and society by utilizing professional roles through a holistic and evidence-based approach, in accordance with the nursing process, ethical principles, patient safety, and quality standards.
3)	Uses care and informatics technologies in nursing practice, research, education, and management.
4)	Establishes effective communication and collaboration with individuals, families, society, colleagues, other healthcare team members, and organizations for the development and delivery of healthcare services.
5)	Accesses international nursing literature through the use of a foreign language.
6)	Adheres to the relevant legislation in professional nursing practices.
7)	Applies lifelong learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in personal and professional life.
8)	Determines protection and nursing care priorities in situations that impact public health on a large scale, such as natural disasters and pandemics, and demonstrates responsiveness in crisis management.
9)	Contributes to the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of health policies and organizational quality systems.
10)	Takes an active role in research, projects, and activities with a sense of social responsibility.

Assessment & Grading

Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Application	14	28
Study Hours Out of Class	14	28
Homework Assignments	6	12
Midterms	1	11
Final	1	20
Total Workload		127