De Anza College
PHTG 301
Basic Photography · 0 units
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- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
This is an introductory course to black-and-white photography, providing an overview of the operating system of the 35mm single-lens reflex camera. Students will develop a basic understanding and gain hands-on experience in film processing, printing, and finishing techniques. The course also fosters critical thinking skills, enabling students to analyze the historical, cultural, conceptual, and practical aspects of a medium used worldwide. It serves as a foundation for further exploration in photography, including digital imaging.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTCPHTG 301Basic PhotographyWaitlist2 sections · 0 seats reported · 1 instructor
- CRN 26508 · 01Waitlist · 0
- CRN 26532 · 02Full · 0
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005. Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra”
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De Anza courses that list PHTG 301 as a prerequisite.
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