Curricular Unit:			Code:
Communication Technologies and Information: Photography and Image Treatment			904TCIF
Year:	Level:	Course:	Credits:
1	Master	Communication Sciences (Communication Technologies)	7 ects
Learning Period:		Language of Instruction:	Total Hours:
		Portuguese/English	91
Learning Outcomes of the Curricular Unit:
Knowledge and ability to understand advanced theoretical texts on the history of photography as well as on the importance of its role in the areas of communication, from the publishing world, to journalism, advertising, graphic communication, web and multimedia; acquisition of skills in the area of capture and image editing, as well as integration of results into coherent and cohesive narratives; application of knowledge related to image editing tools, through a professional approach to the work of a photographer and through the realization of specific projects; ability to collect, select and interpret relevant information in the area of visual communication skills in communication, enabling the student to express ideas, identify problems and propose solutions; independent research skills enabling self-learning and autonomy in the pursuit of knowledge.
Syllabus:
1. Theory and History of Photography and Image 1.1. Concepts and definitions of Photography 1.2. History of Photography and of great photographers 1.3. Uses and meanings of the picture: for a semiotics of the iconic message 1.4. Word and Image: intersections and intertextuality 2. The Camera and its operation s 2.1 Cameras and lenses 2.2. Basic rules of composition 2.3. Photographic techniques and its creative use s 2.4. The world of digital photography 2.4.1. Operation of a digital camera 2.4.2. Formats of image files 2.4.3. Scanners 2.4.4. The digital archive 3. Capture and Image processing 3.1. Photography of interiors and exteriors 3.2. Steps for digital imaging 3.3. Analysis and discussion of work
Demonstration of the Syllabus Coherence with the Curricular Unit's Objectives:
In order to ensure knowledge and ability to understand advanced theoretical texts on the history of photography as well as on the importance of its role in the areas of communication, the first part of the syllabus focuses on the concepts and definitions, usages and meanings, of image. Regarding the acquisition of skills in the area of capture and image editing, as well as their integration into coherent and cohesive narratives, and therefore guaranteeing the application of knowledge related to image editing tools, through a professional approach to the work of photographer and through concrete projects, parts two and three of the syllabus introduce, in a practical way, the camera and its operation, ensuring mastery of techniques and tools that certify captures and images processing.
Teaching Methodologies (Including Evaluation):
The theoretical classes are lecture-based, for the teacher to present the selected texts, followed by discussions about the theory and history of image and photography. The practical classes analysis are used for the analysis of examples of the work of great photographers. There is also room for the application of knowledge relating to the capture and image editing tools, in the context of activities to be scheduled with the Photography Laboratory of the University. The assessment consists of a written test (50%) and practical work, which includes a Portfolio with the captured and edited images, in the context of the course (50%).
Demonstration of the Coherence between the Teaching Methodologies and the Learning Outcomes:
The theoretical written test aims to ensure that the student has read and understood the texts on the history and theory of photography and image, as studied and discussed during the lectures. The assessment of the practical component is done through the delivery of a Portfolio with the captured and edited images, thus allowing to identify if the student has applied, in a sustained way, the skills and tasks assigned by work done in the practical classes.
Reading:
BARTHES, R. (1989). A câmara clara. Trad. Manuela Torres. Lisboa, Edições 70. FLUSSER, V. (1998). Ensaio sobre a fotografia: para uma filosofia da técnica. Lisboa, Relógio D'Água. KIRBY, T. & BBC (2009. The Genius of Photography. DVD. MITCHELL, W.J.T. (2005). What do pictures want?: the lives and loves of images. Chicago, University of Chicago Press. SANTAELLA, L. & NOETH, W. (2005). Imagem: Cognição, semiótica, mídia. 4ª edição. São Paulo, Iluminuras. SONTAG, S. (1990). On Photography. New York, Anchor Books.