Crime Scene Photography Essentials
Crime Scene Photography Essentials
The Crime Scene Photography Essentials certificate provides students with the necessary skills to become a professional special event photographer. They will learn important needed skills from the understanding of how to manually operate a camera in a vast array of lighting situations, how to start and operate a photographic business, how to create a cohesive photographic style, professionally edit photographs, and create a photographic portfolio that is needed to enter the field of photography.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
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Understand the core concepts of crime scene photography for the professional field.
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Show technical competency in knowledge required for evidence documentation, proper evidence handling, and accurate photographic recording.
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Demonstrate proficiency in handling forensic photography equipment
Program Requirements
Required Courses (6 units)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ADJ-27 OR PHO-27 *Take ADJ-27 or PHO-27 |
Forensic & Crime Scene Photography OR Forensic & Crime Scene Photography | 3.00 |
| PHO-20 | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3.00 |
Elective Courses (3 units)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PHO-9 | Intermediate Photography | 3.00 |
| PHO-23 | Drone Photography | 3.00 |
Total: 9.00 units
