Course Overview
This course is an introduction to hands-on digital photography and the image optimization processes. The course is designed to provide an emphasis on effective composition, core principles of photography and meaningful photographic contents for web, print and mobile applications. Students will learn how to plan and shoot photos; use DSLR or their own cameras; and explore techniques on lighting, optics, and image management/storage. Other topics include, HDR images, panoramic photos and processing camera RAW files. Students will be assessed by a combination of group and individual projects and a final exam.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$368.14 - $375.79 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Review and apply professional protocols regarding commercial photography.
- Develop an understanding of the business of photography and working professionally in today's competitive industry.
- Operate technical features of DSLR and mirrorless cameras.
- View and operate a variety of lenses and how this will change image composition and creative application.
- Manipulate light sources and recognize how light modifiers can control and alter both artificial and natural light.
- Analyze different lighting designs to create unique imagery.
- Plan, setup and execute photography assignments for new media applications (print, web, video and mobile).
- Mange digital content and file storage professionally with redundant measures.
Effective as of Fall 2020
Related Programs
Photography 2 (MDIA 2099) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Digital Photography
Statement of Completion Part-time
- Media Techniques and Marketing Communications
Certificate Part-time
- Media Techniques for Business
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of MDIA 2099 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 67191
Dates
May 19 - Jun 23 Loading
- CRN 67191
- $368.14 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19 - Jun 23 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Mark Whitehead
Course outline
Important information
- MDIA 1099 Photography 1 must be completed before registering into MDIA 2099 Photography 2. This is not a self-paced course. You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please log into learn.bcit.ca using your BCIT student email and password on the first day of class. You will require access to the Adobe Creative Cloud in order to complete this course. Students who are currently registered in one or more BCIT Flexible Learning courses are eligible for a free Adobe Creative Cloud subscription from BCIT. For subscription information, please visit: kb.bcit.ca/student/using-adobe-software-for-students-3588/
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Fall 2026
Below is one offering of MDIA 2099 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 47159
Dates
Oct 20 - Nov 24 Loading
- CRN 47159
- $375.79 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20 - Nov 24 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- MDIA 1099 Photography 1 must be completed before registering into MDIA 2099 Photography 2. This is not a self-paced course. You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please log into learn.bcit.ca using your BCIT student email and password on the first day of class. You will require access to the Adobe Creative Cloud in order to complete this course. Students who are currently registered in one or more BCIT Flexible Learning courses are eligible for a free Adobe Creative Cloud subscription from BCIT. Up to two weeks prior to their course start date (and not before), please visit kb.bcit.ca, select the Student Resources section, and search for “Adobe Creative Cloud”, then follow the instructions in the article found to claim your free subscription. If you are taking Graphic design programs, here is the suggested order to take them. - www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/flexible-learning-graphic-design-certificate-recommended-order-of-courses.pdf
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