Overview
Photography Foundations 1 focuses on the technical basics of your digital camera while introducing you to the fundamentals of digital imaging and best practices in file management. Whether you're a beginner wanting to take better pictures of your family, or a communications professional looking to add a visual component to your professional skillset — this SAIT Micro-credential course will get you started. Through a combination of experiential learning and classroom theory, you'll gain the basic skills and knowledge needed to start creating images that reflect your photographic vision.
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to:
- demonstrate best practices in digital image processing and file management
- control the main components of a digital camera with interchangeable lenses
- employ the tools and techniques used to improve image composition
- demonstrate shutter speed and its relationship to exposure and moving subject matter (Shutter Priority Exposure Mode)
- demonstrate aperture and its relationship to exposure and depth of field control (Aperture Priority Exposure Mode).
To request a course outline, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.
Upcoming dates
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Registration closes seven days before the start date for on-campus, online scheduled, and blended courses, and one day before the start date for online self-paced courses.
After you've completed this course
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account.
Micro-credential
SAIT Micro-credentials develop practical skills aligned to current industry standards and include competency-based testing. Earning a SAIT Technical Skills Micro-credential demonstrates to employers that you have the required competencies — combining knowledge, skills and abilities — to get the job done. Learn more.
Students who complete this course with a final grade of A- (80%) or higher will earn the Micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge that validates their achievement.
Costs
Textbook and reading list
Included in the purchase of this course, you'll receive access to online course content in Brightspace (D2L).
Technology
To be successful in this course, you’ll need:
- Access to your own computer or laptop with standard hardware/software requirements
- Internet access
- Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop software
Note that Adobe offers various cost-effective subscription plans including educational pricing for the entire Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. Use your SAIT “edu” email address as proof of student status to access the software at a reduced rate.
Additional supplies
The following equipment is required for this course:
- A digital camera with interchangeable lenses (DSLR or Mirrorless) and the following features:
- Interchangeable lens (most point-and-shoot cameras and phones are not suitable)
- Shooting modes: Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Program
- A memory card reader
- If your computer does not have a built-in SD card reader, you'll need an external card reader.
We recommend visiting a local camera retailer to discuss options that fit your budget and goals. In Calgary, consider contacting The Camera Store to ask about any current student pricing or promotions available.
Financial support
Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants, including the Canada Alberta Productivity Grant.
Applicable certificates
This course applies to the following certificate programs:
- Certification type
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Certificate of Completion
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