Technical Certificate
Contact Information: Program Office 615-353-3390, E-mail: photo.tech@nscc.edu, Program Site

This technical certificate prepares students for employment in the field of Photography. The program provides students with a basic knowledge of traditional camera and darkroom skills as well as preparing them to work in studio and digital settings.

Graduates in the program should be able to:

• Efficiently operate 35mm film and digital SLR cameras;
• Function competently in an entry level lab and/or studio position;
• Demonstrate working knowledge of digital imaging computer programs; and
• Approach photographic problem solving in a creative manner.

Career Opportunities

• Photographer
• Photographer’s Assistant
• Lab Technician

Grading Policy

A grade of “C” or above must be earned in all COM and PHO courses to meet prerequisite and graduation requirements.

Transfer/Advising

This certificate is designed so that a student can apply all of the required courses toward a Nashville State A.A.S. degree in Visual Communications, Photography Concentration. A student who plans to apply the certificate toward an A.A.S. degree should consult his/her advisor about articulation options.

Notice of Right to Retain Student Work:

The Visual Communications program reserves the right to retain certain selected examples of student work for teaching purposes, promotional purposes, and as a part of its permanent collection.