By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the origins and early history of photography
• Describe different photographic styles and identify the works of famous photographers
• Define the ‘Rule of Thirds’
• Identify the parts of a DSLR
• Explain the role of the ‘Creative Commons’ icon as applied to photography
• List the key equipment needed for a photo shoot
• Discuss the difference between ‘full frame’ and ‘crop sensor’ cameras
• Outline the key attributes of various types of image file
• Describe the function of each of the DSLR's settings
• Outline the importance of good file and photo management
• Summarise how the sensors work in a DSLR

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Outline what each of the functions on the Mode Dial are for
• Identify all the parts of a lens
• State the pros and cons of Prime Lenses
• Explain the relationship between Shutter, Aperture and ISO
• Discuss the different types of light and their effect on a photograph
• Recognize the functions and tools in Photoshop
• Explain the benefits of using the edit history function
• Distinguish between subtle and obvious Photoshop edits to a photo
• Outline the key functionality of the modules in Lightroom

Having completed this module you will be able to:

• Explain why changing shutter speed, ISO or exposure can impact each other
• Discuss the reasons for using high ISO numbers
• Explain the relationship between focal length, lens diameter and f-stops
• Outline the key features of Matrix, Center weighted and Spot metering
• List the main to filters and their key usage
• Describe the best ways to select colours
• Outline the three different ways to straighten photographs
• Discuss the process of removing minor distractions or blemishes using the spot healing tool
• Outline the advantages of using layers
• Describe the process of creating a mask layer

Having completed this course you will be able to:

• Describe the function of Mirror Lock-up
• Explain how bracketing improves the overall exposure in a photograph
• Discuss how flash photography works
• Define what perspective is in relation to photography
• Explain how to calculate the hyperfocal distance
• Define what Depth of Field is and why it is important
• Identify a typically 'good' exposure by looking at a histogram
• Describe the process in Photoshop for removing large objects from a photograph
• Identify the main types of Photoshop filters and their function
• Discuss the benefits of using Smart Objects and Smart Filters in Photoshop

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the history of photography and the impact of influential photographers
• Describe different photographic styles
• Lay out the function of the settings on a DSLR
• Explain the relationship between shutter, aperture and ISO
• Identify the different types of light, including flash, and their effects on a photograph 
• Navigate the relationship between focal length, lens diameter and ‘f-stops’
• Define ‘perspective’ in relation to photography and outline the key features of ‘matrix’, ‘center-weighted’ and ‘spot’ metering
• Demonstrate the process of removing distractions or blemishes using Adobe Photoshop
• Explain how ‘bracketing’ can improve a photograph’s overall exposure

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify and effectively use the program’s various tools
• Discuss ‘Free transform’, a selection you have cut from an image
• Explain how to navigate Photoshop’s user interface
• Outline the individual versions of each tool to meet your specific needs
• Indicate how to modify and enhance your image for production and delivery
• Describe how to remove background elements from images
• Recall the process of retouching blemishes in the original photograph
• Recognize how to crop elements out of the image
• Discuss the methods of inserting text into your image
• Outline the procedure for drawing on your image to create various effects
• Explain how to create ‘marquees’ around elements to remove or modify them