Social Media Imaging - Major #5226

Certificate Program Map

The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Course work for the non-photographer in image creation and publishing in the Internet environment. Concepts of image making, copyright, branding, and visual engagement specifically for online usage.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Produce correctly formatted still images and video media in a creative manner for social media publishing.
Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester

Certificate Requirements

9 units

PHOTO 5
Introduction to Photography

3 units
Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester
Non-lab beginning photography course introducing the basic principles, practices, and aesthetics of image making using digital or film cameras. Survey of photography's historical and contemporary role in our multicultural society. Emphasis on: using the camera, light, and visual language for expressing ideas photographically. Students must provide their own basic camera. (A, CSU-GE, UC)
Course Details:
      1. C1 - Arts, Dance, Music, Theater
      2. CSU Transfer Course
      1. C - Humanities

      PHOTO 14
      Photography for Social Media

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester
      Photographic principals of creating images specifically intended for Social media publishing and use. Creation of creative visuals to meet specific client needs and online platform criteria. This course will also explore cultural and ethical implications for contemporary online publishing. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:
          1. CSU Transfer Course

            PHOTO 52
            Adobe Lightroom

            3 units
            Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester
            Digital image enhancement and management with Adobe Lightroom. Focus will be on non destructive photographic workflow and improvement to tonal quality. (A, CSU)
            Course Details:
                1. CSU Transfer Course
                  Total: 9 units