Course Listings: Photographic Imaging Technology Courses
Major Description
Possible Careers:
- Commercial Photographer
- Photographiers Assistant
- Forensic Photographer
- Photo Lab Professional
As the industry begins to move toward electronic imaging, equipment will become more sophisticated and will require better-trained personnel. Opportunities in the new areas of imaging, as well as the traditional areas continue to grow as technology provides both amateur and commercial customers a larger variety of products and services. Knowledgeable and well-trained people are in demand by companies in the metro area and across the country.
In Photographic Imaging Technology, you can use your creative abilities to set up and take the unique photograph, process the film, and produce the professional quality display print. The Photographic Technology major is designed to provide skills in photography, film and paper processing, quality control, professional printing and digital imaging techniques. You learn in a facility equipped with various types of studio equipment and in a well-equipped lab that replicates the industry. This highly artistic and technical industry requires both training and experience to produce the results that consumers demand.
Nature of Work
The wide variety of careers in this industry allows you to use your creative ability, technical expertise and equipment knowledge, as well as your eye for details to become successful in the field of your choice. Good skills in traditional photography and processing are paving the way into careers in electronic imaging as many photo companies diversify into other technologies. Graduates have become photographers of all types, darkroom and custom printers, and chemical and equipment specialists, as well as service and sales representatives for larger companies.
Program Delivery
You can begin this program in the fall semester only. Courses are offered primarily during the day, however, some courses are made available in the evening. Full- or part-time starts are available.
After DCTC
DCTC has transfer agreements for this program with the following colleges: Metropolitan State University, Minnesota State University Moorhead, Southwest State University and Saint Mary’s University.