Digital Photographic Technology - Certificate of the Completion
NMSU Alamogordo 2026-2027 Catalog
The Digital Photographic Technology certificate of completion will prepare students to work in the photographic field.
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
Total Credits Required for Certificate: 17
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 2430 | Photographic Portraiture | 3 |
| FDMA 1515 | Introduction to Digital Image Editing - Photoshop | 3 |
| FDMA 1545 | Introduction to Photography & Digital Imaging | 3 |
| FDMA 1996 | Selected Topics 1 | 2 |
| FDMA 2325 | Advanced Photoshop | 3 |
| FDMA 2326 | Digital Photography and Imaging II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
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Take two 1-credit courses, offered fall & spring. Topics will vary.
NMSU Alamogordo 2026-2027 Catalog
A Suggested Plan of Study - Digital Photographic Technology Certificate of Completion
Additional classes may be needed based on placement test results and course prerequisites. Visit with an advisor for help with creating a customized plan.
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| FDMA 1515 | Introduction to Digital Image Editing - Photoshop | 3 |
| FDMA 1545 | Introduction to Photography & Digital Imaging | 3 |
| FDMA 1996 | Selected Topics 1 | 1 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Spring | ||
| ARTS 2430 | Photographic Portraiture | 3 |
| FDMA 1996 | Selected Topics 1 | 1 |
| FDMA 2325 | Advanced Photoshop | 3 |
| FDMA 2326 | Digital Photography and Imaging II | 3 |
| Credits | 10 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
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Topics will vary.