Spring 2021-SYLLABUS DIGM 2352 Digital Photography - University of Houston
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DIGM 2352 Digital
Photography
Spring 2021—SYLLABUS
subject to change with notice
PROFESSOR Francis Eyth
346-350-0531 mobile & text
feyth@central.uh.edu
virtual office hours—by
appointment
LAB MANAGER Mike Dawson
mjdawson@central.uh.edu
097)0 0 0 LECTURE Online Via Blackboard learn
(18697)
LABS MON TUE WED THU Labs 11-2pm face-to-face required (TBA)
Monday labs 2352-32 (18698). Tuesday labs 2352-32 (21206).
Wednesday labs 2352-32 (19191). Thursday labs 2352-32 (20412).
PROGRAM WEBSITE & uh.edu/tech/digitalmedia
OPEN LAB SCHEDULE There is no open lab schedule at this time..
BLACKBOARD www.uh.edu/blackboard
Support for students using BbL, including password reset—uh.edu/blackboard/help
COURSE DESCRIPTION Credit hours 3.0
Prerequisite DIGM 1350
Digital cameras; photographic principles; image organization, metadata,
evaluation and correction; digital asset management; creating image portfolios for
the web; use of color management to soft- and hard-proof finished photographs.
COURSE GOALS Students completing the course will be able to describe, demonstrate, compare,
integrate and critique Digital Media technologies related to:
1. features of entry-level to professional digital cameras, including lenses, file
modes (RAW, TIFF, and JPEG), and storage media
2. the use of digital camera controls, including, but not limited to, aperture-
and shutter-priority, white balance, and flash
3. the use of composition rules and lighting techniques
4. the use of a digital camera to tell stories, capture people and nature and/or
create documentaries
5. the use of digital asset management software to import digital photographs
and add relevant metadata
6. rating photographs based upon technical and aesthetic considerations
7. organizing images based upon metadata, keywords and
evaluative criteria
8. improving images through cropping, sizing, white-balance adjustment, color
correction, highlight and shadow alteration, sharpening, noise reduction and
local repair
page 1 of 10—r7—REVISED Tue Jan 12th9. delivery of finished photographs through websites; and
10. archiving finished photographs.
COURSE CREDIT This is a hybrid course divided into online lectures and face-to-face labs and is
governed by UH policy as well as policies of the accrediting bodies. Since DIGM
2352 is divided into an online lecture and a face-to-face lab, expect to spend
an estimated three hours in the lab and six hours on your own reading the textbook,
Blackboard lecture content, studying and working on your assignments.
GRADING* Participation/Attendance .................................. 5%
Exams (2 @ 5% each) ............................................. 10%
Final Project (Photobook) ................................... 10%
Photo/Lab Assignments............................................... 30%
Quizzes ..................................................................... 10%
Writing Assignment ................................................ 5%
* Any grade discrepancies for individual assignments, projects, quizzes or writing
assignments must be brought to your professor’s attention within a week of posting on
Blackboard Learn; otherwise, the given grade stands.
LETTER GRADES A 94–100 excellent, superior achievement
A– 90–93
B+ 87–89
B 84–86 good, exceeding all requirements
B– 80–83
C+ 77–79
C 74–76 DIGM PASS average, satisfactorily meeting all requirements
C– 70–73
D+ 67–69
D 64–66 poor, official university passing
D– 60–63
F 59 and below, failing or withdrawal while doing failing work
GRADE EXPECTATIONS Minimum effort = minimum grade | Maximum effort = maximum grade
Each student in this course is considered a capable and motivated professional. No
student should be content with a grade less than a B. Please provide the attention,
motivation and effort necessary to reach this grade expectation.
Individually, each assignment is graded according to the following:
• Unsubmitted assignments will receive an F.
• If an assignment is submitted but has any technical flaw that will prevent it
from working, it will receive a D. For example, if the project is submitted with
an incorrect link or photos are not presented properly, it will receive a D.
• C is the standard project grade. It means that the content of the project
is technically accurate. If you meet the minimum requirements of any
assignment, then you have done an average job which will earn you a C.
• A B assignment is not only technically accurate but also attractive. In addition
to working, the assignment shows that the student has accurately applied the
basic principles of photography.
• A is assigned to assignments in which the student has clearly gone above and
beyond. An attractive presentation is an example of beyond assignment
requirements.
In a creative class, some grading criteria are subjective. Just remember that your
professor is your client, and just as in the professional world, you will be expected
to meet the approval of the client.
page 2 of 10—r7—REVISED Tue Jan 12thPandemic Policy
Face-Covering Policy
To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the University requires face-coverings on campus including classrooms
for both faculty and students. Face-coverings must cover your mouth and nose and be worn throughout the
class session. A mask with a valve is not considered an adequate face-covering and should not be used, as it
can expel exhaled air, increasing the risk to others. Eating or drinking during class is discouraged and is not
an excuse for removing the face-covering for any extended length of time. For additional information on the
use of face-coverings, please see Face Covering FAQs. Failure to comply with the requirement to wear a face-
covering in class will result in your being asked to leave the classroom immediately and a disciplinary referral
through the Dean of Students Office. Requests for accommodations relating to the face covering policy may
be directed to the Center for Students with DisABILITIES (CSD).
Required Daily Health Self-Assessment
Your presence in class each session means that you have completed a daily self-assessment of your health/
exposure and you:
• Are NOT exhibiting any Coronavirus Symptoms
• Have NOT tested positive for COVID-19
• Have NOT knowingly been exposed to someone with COVID-19 or suspected/presumed COVID-19
If you are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms that are not clearly related to a pre-existing medical
condition, do not come to class. Please see COVID-19 Diagnosis/Symptoms Protocols for what to do if you
experience symptoms and Potential Exposure to Coronavirus for what to do if you have potentially been
exposed to COVID-19. Consult the Undergraduate Excused Absence Policy for information regarding
excused absences due to medical reasons.
Required Language for All Courses
Excused Absence Policy
Regular class attendance, participation, and engagement in coursework are important contributors to student
success. Absences may be excused as provided in the University of Houston Undergraduate Excused Absence
Policy and Graduate Excused Absence Policy for reasons including: medical illness of student or close relative,
death of a close family member, legal or government proceeding that a student is obligated to attend,
recognized professional and educational activities where the student is presenting, and University-sponsored
activity or athletic competition. Under these policies, students with excused absences will be provided with an
opportunity to make up any quiz, exam or other work that contributes to the course grade or a satisfactory
alternative. Please read the full policy for details regarding reasons for excused absences, the approval process,
and extended absences. Additional policies address absences related to military service, religious holy days,
pregnancy and related conditions, and disability.
page 3 of 10—r7—REVISED Tue Jan 12thRecording of Class Students may not record all or part of class, livestream all or part of class, or make/distribute screen captures, without advanced written consent of the instructor. If you have or think you may have a disability such that you need to record class-related activities, please contact the Center for Students with DisABILITIES. If you have an accommodation to record class-related activities, those recordings may not be shared with any other student, whether in this course or not, or with any other person or on any other platform. Classes may be recorded by the instructor. Students may use instructor’s recordings for their own studying and notetaking. Instructor’s recordings are not authorized to be shared with anyone without the prior written approval of the instructor. Failure to comply with requirements regarding recordings will result in a disciplinary referral to the Dean of Students Office and may result in disciplinary action. Syllabus Changes Due to the changing nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, please note that the instructor may need to make modifications to the course syllabus and may do so at any time. Notice of such changes will be announced as quickly as possible through email announcements via blackboard. Recommended Language Resources for Online Learning The University of Houston is committed to student success, and provides information to optimize the online learning experience through our Power-On website. Please visit this website for a comprehensive set of resources, tools, and tips including: obtaining access to the internet, AccessUH, and Blackboard; requesting a laptop through the Laptop Loaner Program; using your smartphone as a webcam; and downloading Microsoft Office 365 at no cost. For questions or assistance contact UHOnline@uh.edu. UH Email Email communications related to this course will be sent to your Exchange email account which each University of Houston student receives. The Exchange mail server can be accessed via Outlook, which provides a single location for organizing and managing day-to-day information, from email and calendars to contacts and task lists. Exchange email accounts can be accessed by logging into Office 365 with your Cougarnet credentials or through Access UH. Additional assistance can be found at the Get Help page. Webcams Access to a webcam is required for students participating remotely in this course. Webcams must be turned on (state when webcams are required to be on and the academic basis for requiring them to be on). (Example: Webcams must be turned on during exams to ensure the academic integrity of exam administration.) Honor Code Statement Students may be asked to sign an honor code statement as part of their submission of any graded work including but not limited to projects, quizzes, and exams: “I understand and agree to abide by the provisions in the University of Houston Undergraduate Academic Honesty Policy. I understand that academic honesty is taken very seriously and, in the cases of violations, penalties may include suspension or expulsion from the University of Houston."
Course Delivery Formats and Final Exams
Face-to-Face Courses: This course is being offered in the Face-to-Face format with a safe number of students
in a socially distanced classroom. Lectures and participation occur in-person and in real-time. The final exam
for this course will be given per the University schedule.
Hybrid Courses: This course is being offered in the Hybrid format with a fixed meeting pattern that includes
both face-to-face sessions and online asynchronous work. The final exam for this course will be given per the
University schedule.
HyFlex Courses: This course is a HyFlex course. Some students may have a designated face-to-face spot
reserved, but alternative ways to participate will also be provided. These alternatives may include (but are not
limited to) attending class sessions through synchronous streaming, viewing recordings of class meetings
asynchronously, participating in discussion boards, and/or completing self-directed activities. This course will
have a final exam per the University schedule. Prior to the exam, descriptive information, such as the number
and types of exam questions, resources and collaborations that are allowed and disallowed in the process of
completing the exam, and procedures to follow if connectivity or other resource obstacles are encountered
during the exam period, may be provided.
Synchronous Online Courses: This course is being offered in the Synchronous Online format. Synchronous
online class meetings will take place according to the class schedule. There is no face-to-face component to this
course. In between synchronous class meetings, there may also be asynchronous activities to complete (e.g.,
discussion forums and assignments). This course will have a final exam per the University schedule. The exam
will be delivered in the synchronous online format, and the specified date and time will be announced during
the course. Prior to the exam, descriptive information, such as the number and types of exam questions,
resources and collaborations that are allowed and disallowed in the process of completing the exam, and
procedures to follow if connectivity or other resource obstacles are encountered during the exam period, may
be provided.
Asynchronous instruction generally involves accessing content, such as recorded video lectures, readings,
discussion prompts, assignments, and assessments during a flexible time frame, with due dates as specified.
This course will have a final exam at the course conclusion. The exam will be asynchronous, and the date and
time that it will be released and due will be announced during the course. Prior to the exam, descriptive
information, such as the number and types of exam questions, resources and collaborations that are allowed
and disallowed in the process of completing the exam, and procedures to follow if connectivity or other
resource obstacles are encountered during the exam period, may be provided.
Alternative Assessment in Any Course Format: An alternative assessment will be used in the place of the
traditional final exam at the course conclusion. Instructions will be provided, including the date and time that
the assessment materials will be released to the class and will be due, resources and collaborations that are
allowed and disallowed in the process of completing the assessment, procedures to follow if connectivity or
other resource obstacles are encountered during the assessment period, acceptable submission formats, and
submission location.
page 5 of 10—r7—REVISED Tue Jan 12thPERFORMANCE Students are expected to attend every online lab meeting, review all lecture
materials and take notes or acquire notes from a classmate as needed. Each
student’s abilities will be demonstrated by a combination of attendance, lab
participation, photo assignments, quizzes and exams.
Students should join each online lab meeting prepared—review online content
and be familiar with lecture materials prior to each lab session.
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION* Regular and punctual attendance is REQUIRED of each student. BE ON TIME FOR CLASS.
A tardy is defined as arriving after attendance has been taken. Attendance will be
taken at the beginning of each lab. Subjectively, there may be a grade penalty for
absences. There is no substitute for being present.
An exceptionto this attendance policy requires a sound excuse and the final
decision is made by your professor. Your professor has the right to request an
administrative drop due to excessive absences. *If you need the hyflex option
you must let me know and we must agree on how to account for your
participation!
EXCUSED ABSENCE The University’s policy as to what constitutes an excused absence is based on
academic and professional growth opportunities outside the class. If there is any
question as to the nature of the absence, the student should seek out the professor prior to
or immediately following the absence.
Excused absences are defined as follows:
• illness with a doctor’s note
• participation in a university function with a note from the advisor
• death in the family with appropriate documentation
COMMUNICATIONS Students are expected to check their university emails, Blackboard and MS
Teams Alerts and Chats regularly. If online services go down notices will be
posted at the office. Student email must be sent through a college email address.
Communication timeframe is 48 hours excluding weekends and holidays.
EMAIL PROTOCOL When you email your professor include your name, course number and lab time
in the subject line. Emails that do not include the correct subject line may not be answered.
Correctly identified emails will be responded to as quickly as possible within 24
hours of receipt.
Example of email subject line: Your Name, 2352, 11pm, M (M,T,W or TH)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION As a student at the University of Houston, information available at
uh.edu/provost/policies/student/resources will be critical to insuring that
your academic pursuits are met with success. Please take a few moments to
review these areas:
• the UH Academic Policy • Students with Disabilities
• the UH Academic Calendar • Religious Holy Day FAQs
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK Perfect Digital Photography 2nd Edition. Kinghorn, J. &
Dickman, J., 2009. New York: McGraw-Hill/Osborne.
ISBN–13: 978-0071601665. ISBN–10: 003160166X.
Also available as an ebook.
page 6 of 10—r7—REVISED Tue Jan 12thREQUIRED STORAGE & EQUIPMENT
USB portable external drive to store and backup your files. Minimum capacity
20 GB. Thumb/flash drives are banned from use.
Digital SLR camera—use your own DSLR or cameras are available for use
in the DIGM lab. Check-out procedures will be reviewed at the beginning of
the semester. Smart phones and other mobile devices cannot be used to take
photographs for this course at this time.
Arrangements will need to be made to check out DSLR cameras to one student in each lab group.
Students will have to work in groups off campus since we do not have enough equipment to check out a
DSLR to each student.
ADOBE & ADOBE ID You will be using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge and Acrobat. To use the
license for Adobe CC through UH you will need an Adobe ID. If you do not
already have an Adobe ID we will walk through the steps of creating an Adobe
account during the first day of class. There is no cost to set up an Adobe account
for purposes of an ID.
EXAMS There will be two exams given—a midterm and a final. Content and format of
each exam will be discussed at the beginning of the semester for the midterm
exam and mid-semester for the final exam. NO MAKE UP EXAMS. NO EXCEPTIONS.
FINAL PROJECT Final project topics will be discussed during lab and posted to BbL in a timely
manner. The final project will need to be submitted to BOTH your online site and
printed and bound into photo books. Photo book covers are supplied by Digital
Media and the pages will be printed in the print lab strictly on a first come first
serve basis, for those interested in learning more about print. Otherwise please
PHOTO ASSIGNMENTS use Shutterfly or a photo book provider of your choice more details to be
discussed about the final project in lab. Photo Projects. We will schedule
and introduced during specific lab sessions. Lab assignments are to be
completed as soon as possible during each week of lab. Instruction will be given
Lab activities
as to how to submit Photo Projects each Project. PHOTO ASSIGNMENT DEADLINES WILL BE
DISCUSSED AND LOOSELY ASSIGNED AS WE PROGRESS TO THE END OF THE SEMESTER.
Midterm and Final Digital Portfolios are considered lab assignments for grading
purposes. You will be asked to create an Online midterm portfolio of
photographs you’ve taken in the first half of the semester; and, an Online final
portfolio of photographs you’ve taken throughout the semester. You may include
outside photographs you’ve taken after the start of the semester. PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN
PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Each digital portfolio is due for review on the day of the midterm exam and
again on the day of the final exam. More specific details will be discussed during
lab as to how to prepare for these reviews.
QUIZZES Quizzes are based on lecture materials, lab discussions, assigned readings,
interactive presentations and websites. Quizzes are on Blackboard, open-book,
and are typically released on a weekly basis. It is recommended that you open
each quiz when the week’s materials become available so you can become
familiar with the material. IF THERE IS A NEED FOR A MAKEUP QUIZ PLEASE INFORM YOUR PROFESSOR AS
SOON A POSSIBLE
SOON AS OSSIBLE.
WRITING ASSIGNMENT Write a paper about any aspect of photography that you wish to explore. This is a
1000+ word paper that meets APA manuscript requirements. Topics do not need
to be approved by your professor before the paper is written and submitted.
NO LATE WRITING ASSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED.
page 7 of 10—r7—REVISED Tues Jan 30thIf your paper has more than three spelling or grammatical errors, you will earn
no higher than a D. If the topic is explained well and the English grammar
and spelling are okay, you will earn a C. A B paper has some documentation,
but is sketchy. To earn an A you must also provide supporting documentation
(bibliography, photographs, links, samples, cost analysis, and so forth).
Due date for the writing assignment is posted on the schedule. The writing
assignment is worth 5% of your total course grade. Submit as a hard copy to
your professor and as a PDF uploaded to Blackboard on or before the due date.
EXTRA CREDIT There are numerous ways to obtain extra credit for this course. We will discuss
some of the extra credit opportunities at the beginning of the semester. If you
have ideas for extra credit projects, please check with your professor for approval.
Course Extra Credit may be earned through participation in the GCEAUH by
attending and participating in meetings and socials.
Exam Extra Credit may earn (up to 3% extra credit on each exam) by
demonstrating Cougar Pride, wearing an article of Cougar clothing.
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION You will usually be directed to upload assignments to the web through Adobe
Lightroom. But, each assignment will have specific instructions as to where and
when to submit. It is your responsibility to follow instructions to submit each assignment correctly.
At your professor’s discretion, grade penalties on assignments and projects may be
imposed for:
• absences and tardies
• leaving before the end of the 3-hour lab
• leaving before a lab assignment has been completed
• late submission of any assignments or photo projects
If you are asked to submit an assignment to your professor’s DropBox on
the DIGM server:
• connect to: smb://cot-digm.cougarnet.uh.edu/digm$
• select feyth folder then DropBox
• you will not be able to see or access the Dropbox once you submit the file
• only your professor is able to see your work
• you will not be able to submit work twice, make sure you submit the final
version
Students can connect to the server from the lab. To submit work from home you
will need to use the UHVPN to do so.
Remember:
• work submitted via email will not be graded (special cases exception)
• late lab assignments WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
• late photo projects are allowed but MAY BE PENALIZED
• it is your responsibility to be sure your work has been submitted correctly
ACADEMIC HONESTY Academic dishonesty such as cheating, plagiarism, copyright infringement and
(cheating) collusion will not be tolerated. Please see the UH website for more information:
www.uh.edu/provost/policies/honesty/_documents-honesty/academic-honesty-
policy.pdf
This includes the use of unauthorized books, notes, electronic resources (such
as cell phones, laptops, smartwatches, glasses, and tablets) or otherwise securing
help on a test or assignment. All students involved will earn a grade of zero and no
makeup is possible.
page 8 of 10—r7—REVISED Tues Jan 12thCopying another student’s full or partial assignment, making changes and
submitting it as your work is also cheating. All students involved will earn a grade
of zero and no make-up is possible. Your professor also reserves the right to drop
the student from the course if caught cheating.
WEB BROWSER DO NOT USE CHROME FOR ANY PORTION OF THIS COURSE. Follow the guidelines for use of specific
web browsers as defined by Blackboard Learn. Some web browsers do not function
properly with Blackboard Learn and could cause technical problems with quizzes
and exams. Since you have been warned about the use of specific browsers, your
professor will have no sympathy for you when you get poor grades on your exam.
LAB POLICIES Lab policies will obviously change because of being online. New policies will
& WARNING SYSTEM include:
• D O NOT TALK WHILE YOUR PROFESSOR IS TALKING OR OTHERWISE DISRUPT OTHER STUDENTS’ ABILITY TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE LAB
• N O CELL PHONE USE—turn OFF your cell and put it away once the lab has started—
unless, of course, you are using your cell phone to join the MS Teams meeting.
• No profanity/obscenity/vulgarity
• Downloading any software will be considered theft, which is a violation of the
University’s Academic Honesty policy. The Department Chair will be informed
of all occurrences of software piracy. Any affected student will be suspended
from class until a Departmental Hearing is called.
Lack of adherence to any of these rules can result in a grade reduction or you may be asked to leave the online
meeting.
Consequences of online lab disruptions:
• first offense—you will be given a warning
• second offense—you will be asked to leave the room
• third offense—you will be reported to the department head and counselors
ADDS/DROPS Please refer to the University’s Undergraduate Catalog and the Schedule of Classes
for the appropriate add/drop dates and procedures.
UH has extended it’s add/drop policy. Please check for the new dates on the UH
website.
INCOMPLETES An incomplete grade will only be issued if the student is maintaining an acceptable
level of achievement and cannot, due to some factor beyond his/her control,
complete one or more major assignments. If a student wishes an incomplete,
s/he must explain the situation to the professor in advance and make specific
arrangements to complete the missing work no later than one year from the date
the grade is given.
ETIQUETTE It is extremely rude to use your computer for surfing the web, answering e-mails,
playing games, or other off-task functions during class. It is also a waste of your
money since your labs are packed with important information being presented
by your professor who knows more about the topic than you do. You are paying
money to be in class. Do not waste your money by trying to ineffectively multi-
task during class.
We realize you are an adult and are free to squander your time any way you
want. However, if you insist on texting, emailing, or surfing, please step outside
the lab where you won’t bother anybody.
page 9 of 10—r6—REVISED Tue Jan 12thTECHCONNECT As a digital media student this tool will allow you to upload your resume, research
companies, and apply for jobs and internships.
Register for TechConnect, the College of Technology’s Career Services
Management System, by going to: https://tech-uh-csm.symplicity.com
• You will need to complete a profile. Once you do that, you will have access
to postings by Digital Media firms.
• Internships and jobs are also posted to our Facebook page. Please “like” the
UH Digital Media Program page to receive notifications about these jobs.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Any student who may need additional help under the ADA guidelines
should contact your professor directly after the first class meeting.
UH CAPS STATEMENT Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) can help students who are having
difficulties managing stress, adjusting to college, or feeling sad and hopeless.
You can reach CAPS (www.uh.edu/caps) by calling 713-743-5454 during and
after business hours for routine appointments or if you or someone you know
is in crisis. No appointment is necessary for the Let’s Talk program, a drop-in
consultation service at convenient locations and hours around campus.
http://www.uh.edu/caps/outreach/lets_talk.html
Helpful Information
COVID-19 Updates: https://uh.edu/covid-19/
Coogs Care: https://www.uh.edu/dsaes/coogscare/
Laptop Checkout Requests: https://www.uh.edu/infotech/about/planning/off-campus/index.php#do-you-need-a-laptop
Health FAQs: https://uh.edu/covid-19/faq/health-wellness-prevention-faqs/
Student Health Center: https://uh.edu/class/english/lcc/current-students/student-health-center/index.php
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