PhotographyAssociate of Science

  1. Sierra College
    Photography — Photography AS using CalGETC GE
    Associate of Science
    • 60 units
    • 4 terms
  2. to Degree

Photography map for 2025-2026

This program map from the 2025-2026 catalog year represents one possible pathway through the program and is for reference only. Make an appointment with your counselor to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Sierra College: Photography — Photography AS using CalGETC GE

Term 1 — Fall

5 courses16 units

PHOT 0010

History of Photography
  • Major / Gen Ed
  • 3 units

PHOT 0060A

Beginning Photography
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 1A: English Composition

  • General Education
  • 4 units

Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • General Education
  • 3 units

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Term 2 — Spring

5 courses15 units

PHOT 0060B

The Creative Image
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHOT 0063

Digital Photography
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHOT 0075

Introduction to Photoshop
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 1C: Oral Communication

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Term 3 — Fall

5 courses15 units

PHOT 0065

Documentary Photography
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHOT 0080

Color Photography
  • Major
  • 3 units

PHOT 0092

Alternative Processes
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 5A: Physical Science

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 6: Ethnic Studies

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Term 4 — Spring

6 courses14 units

PHOT 0070A

Studio Lighting
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 3B: Humanities

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 5B: Biological Science

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 5C: Laboratory

  • General Education
  • 1 unit

Elective for Degree

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Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 1 unit

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Photography — Associate of Science
Total units: 60

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