Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2022 - CA 265 D100

Methods and Concepts: Photo-based Practices (3)

Class Number: 7845

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Mon, Wed, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Instructor:

    Rehab Nazzal
    rnazzal@sfu.ca
    Office Hours: Thursday 1-2pm by appointment

  • Prerequisites:

    CA (or FPA) 160. A course materials fee is required.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A studio course introducing photographic practices as they relate to practical, conceptual, aesthetic and historical issues in contemporary art. Students with credit for FPA 265 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

This studio course is a technical, historical, and conceptual introduction to photography. It offers students digital photography production experience and immerses them in the discourses surrounding contemporary photography theories and practices.
No prior experience is required as this course is intended to prepare students for further exploration of the potential of the medium of photography.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Based on lectures, discussion, tutorials and software training students will:

  • Have knowledge of key historical, critical, and theoretical developments pertaining to photography.
  • Acquire a range of technical skills including camera controls, shooting techniques, lighting, editing, and printing photographs.
  • Learn about significant photography works and photographers from diverse background.
  • Understand the potential of the medium of photography and its relation to other forms of art.
  • Be able to apply their knowledge to conceptualize and produce a professional body of photography work and incorporate that with other media.
  • Develop the skill of critically seeing and analyzing photography works within historical and cultural context.
  • Acquire theoretical and critical terminology relevant to photography.
  • Ability to present their work and critically engage with their colleagues works.

Grading

  • Project #1 15%
  • Project #2 20%
  • Research/Presentation 20%
  • Project #3 - Final 25%
  • Participation - quizzes 10%
  • Exercises (in and out of class) 10%

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A digital camera with manual control functions (Some digital cameras are available at the school sign-out office).
  • External hard drive, at least 500 GB.
  • SD or CF card and card reader for transferring digital files from the camera to the Media Lab.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Assigned readings will be provided as PDF files or through library links.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.