Digital Photographic Technology - Certificate of the Completion

NMSU Alamogordo 2024-2025 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: 19

Prefix Title Credits
ARTS 2430Photographic Portraiture3
ARTS 2440Photo Finishing & Presentation2
FDMA 1515Introduction to Digital Image Editing - Photoshop3
FDMA 1545Introduction to Photography & Digital Imaging3
FDMA 1996Selected Topics 12
FDMA 2325Advanced Photoshop3
FDMA 2326Digital Photography and Imaging II3
Total Credits19
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Take two 1-credit courses, offered fall & spring. Topics will vary.

NMSU Alamogordo 2024-2025 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.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
FDMA 1515 Introduction to Digital Image Editing - Photoshop 3
FDMA 1545 Introduction to Photography & Digital Imaging 3
FDMA 1996 Selected Topics 1
 Credits7
Spring
ARTS 2430 Photographic Portraiture 3
ARTS 2440 Photo Finishing & Presentation 2
FDMA 1996 Selected Topics 1
FDMA 2325 Advanced Photoshop 3
FDMA 2326 Digital Photography and Imaging II 3
 Credits12
 Total Credits19