Digital Photography Technology
Digital photography technology is integral to the photography industry. The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) digital photography technology faculty exposes students to various photography skills with in-depth instruction. Students will be prepared to work in various settings and apply their photography skills internationally.
A college certificate in Digital Photography Technology from CWD prepares you for work as a photographer across various fields, such as:
- Commercial Studios
- Computer-based Processing Labs
- Digital Photography
- Portrait Studios
- News Photography
What’s the Job Outlook for Digital Photography Technology?
Employment of photographers is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
What’s Required to Complete the Digital Photography Technology Certificate Program?
A college certificate in the Digital Photography Technology Program from WCCCD requires 36 credits.
As a digital photography technology student at WCCCD, you will take photography courses for your program.
Some students plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their degree. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
What Will I Learn as a Digital Photography Technology Student?
A digital photography technology student will gain a theoretical grasp of the implications of digital photography through various digital photography courses, hands-on experience with cameras and lighting, and digital post-production of images. Courses in the program cover various topics such as photography, entrepreneurship, and photojournalism.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 12 Credits
- DPT 110 - Digital Photography I 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 112 - Product Development, Framing and Matting 3 Credit(s)
- ENT 100 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 Credit(s)
- MKT 200 - Principles of Marketing 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 15 Credits
- DPT 115 - Digital Photo Imaging I 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 119 - Photographic Lighting 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 205 - Digital Photography II 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 210 - Studio Photography 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 219 - Commercial Photography 3 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 9 Credits
- DPT 220 - Architectural/Environmental Photography 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 235 - Photojournalism 3 Credit(s)
- DPT 255 - Capstone Portfolio Project 3 Credit(s)
Where is WCCCD’s Digital Photography Technology Program Offered?
The Digital Photography Technology Program is offered at our Curtis L. Ivery Downtown Campus, which also offers classes for other photography-related certificates and degrees.
As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
