SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
POV4438	Advanced Digital Photography	Fall	2	2	3	5

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Instructor DELIZIA FLACCAVENTO
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to introduce students to principles of color theory, managing hardware for input, output and storage and using software for color management, photo retouching, special effects, masks and filters.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Learn to organize digital image files.
2. Improve digital darkroom techniques.
3. Use digital darkroom software.
4. Analyze digital photographs.
5. Assemble a digital portfolio.
6. Learn to modify digital images.
7. Develop camera and digital darkroom skills.

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introdution to course outline. Looking at samples of modified images. Overview of our "toolbox."
2)	Toolbox: selection and masks. Input principles, resolution. Interpolation, file formats and resizing.	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.
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.
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.	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.	Working on the presentation.
14)	Presentations of final projects.	Working on the presentation.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. EVENING, Martin. The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Book: The complete guide for Photographers. Adobe Press, 2010. 2. SCHEWE, Jeff. Adobe Photoshop CS5 for Photographer. The Ultimate Workshop. Focal Press, 2010.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	4	% 40
Midterms	1	% 20
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	4	56
Study Hours Out of Class	13	2	26
Homework Assignments	4	10	40
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			124

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Speech and Language Therapy field systematically for practice.
2)	To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection.
3)	To use information and health technologies in practice and research in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
4)	To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships.
5)	To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
6)	To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
7)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.
8)	To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
9)	To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
10)	To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other therapist, education of health professionals and individuals about speech and languege therapy.
11)	To carry out speech and languge therapy practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community.