PHTG 357A
Commercial Lighting I


Course Description

This course reviews basic lighting skills and provides an understanding of using artificial light sources and associated equipment in a studio environment. Students will learn controls of lighting ratios, contrast, texture and form, reflection, and exposure. Students will produce photographic images relevant to the techniques and production methods covered.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
48002 PHTG 357A 01 ····F·· 09:30 AM-11:20 AM Hiroyo Kaneko A65
····F·· 11:30 AM-02:20 PM

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
PHTG-357A.-01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

This course either has not submitted any materials to the bookstore for use or is using Open Education Resources. Please check with the instructor.

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Course Details

Units
0 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 3
Program Status
Not Program Applicable
Credit
Non-credit Class
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
Prerequisite
PHTG D001. or PHTG D004. or PHTG D301. or PHTG D304. (may be taken concurrently)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

(No limit on student re-enrollment for 0 unit courses.)
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