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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Introdution to course outline. Looking at samples of modified images. Overview of our "toolbox."
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2) |
Toolbox: selection and masks. Input principles, resolution. Interpolation, file formats and resizing.
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Working on the assignments. |
3) |
Working with layers: Linking layers, layer masks, adjustment layers. |
Assignment 1 |
4) |
Working with layers II: Alpha channels, blending modes. |
Working on the assignments.
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5) |
Color: color modes, gamuts, channels, correcting images, color balance, hue, saturation, using level and histogram. Effects: invert, threshold, posterize.
Presentation: Midterm project progress. |
Assignment 2 |
6) |
Painting, brushes, gradient tools, filling and stroking selections, and layers.
Presentation: Midterm project progress. |
Working on the assignments.
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7) |
Retouch, liquify command, transforming, clone stamp, patch tool, blur, sharpen, using burn, dodge and sponge.
Presentation: Midterm project progress. |
Working on the assignments. |
8) |
Vector shapes, drawing, editing and managing paths. |
Asssignment 3 |
9) |
Working with raw format, "camera raw" plug-in, image enhancement and correction. Using Adobe Bridge and Lightroom, organizing images and assembling portfolio.
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Working on the assignments. |
10) |
HDR, merging and tone mapping, tone compressor, detail enhancer. |
Assşgnment 4 |
11) |
Panoramic photography, using panoramic tripod head, merging, stitching and tone mapping. |
Working on the assignments. |
12) |
Manipulation, bringing different photography parts together, using masks and brushes. |
Starting the final projects. |
13) |
Presentation: Progresses in the final projects.
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Working on the presentation. |
14) |
Presentations of final projects.
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Working on the presentation. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
To prepare the students to become communication professionals by focusing on strategic thinking, professional writing, ethical practice and innovative use of traditional and new media |
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2) |
To be able to create effective public relations plans using fundamental planning components that include situation analysis, public profile, objectives, strategies and tactics. |
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3) |
To be able to apply theoretical concepts related to mass communication, consumer behavior, psychology, persuasion,sociology, marketing, and other related fields to understand how public realtions works. |
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4) |
To be able to have the ability to explain and identify problems associated with the relationships between events and facts in the areas of public relations, persuasive communication, communication management, corporate communications. |
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5) |
To be able to analyze primary and secondary research data in the fields of perception and reputation management and corporate communication practices. |
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6) |
To be able to search, write, and design articles, newsletters, and fliers, brochures, and announcements, in styles and formats appropraite various audiences, mediums and settings. |
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7) |
To be able to apply the underlying theories of communication and the necessities of work safety to different types of public relations processes and campaigns. |
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8) |
To be able to develop creative and persuasive management skills in terms of reputation, employee relations, leadership and similar corporate practices. |
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9) |
To be able to take responsibility in an individual capacity or as a team in generating solutions to given scenarios which can occur in public relations processes. |
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10) |
To be able to understand how an organizational culture works and how employees and leaders create messages as a communication tool. |
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11) |
To be able to critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools and ideas in the field of public relations. |
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12) |
To be able to to use information, communication technologies and computer software with the required level of public relations, marketing communication, persuasive communication, communication management, corporate communications. |
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13) |
To be able to explain and describe business marketing activities, economics, business law and global business practices. |
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14) |
To be able to recognize national and international, social and cultural dimensions of public relations. |
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