OCN NI
Level 2
QN: 600/9514/3
Curriculum Active
OCN NI Level 2 Award In Photography
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 269 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
11 Units
Guided Hours
269 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Design Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to source research material appropriate to the needs of the project.
- Be able to plan work to meet deadlines using time management skills.
- Know how to translate project ideas into final product.
- Be able to plan
- develop and complete the design projects using appropriate materials and techniques.
- Understand the need to reflect on own design work.
- Understand Health and Safety issues.
2
Develop Photography Techniques Using Materials and Resources
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to use materials and resources to develop photography techniques.
3
Digital Imaging and Printing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand digital imaging and printing
- Be able to produce digital images and prints
- Understand photographic practice and health and safety procedures
4
Lighting in Photography
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand lighting sources for photography.
- Understand light metering.
- Be able to use lighting sources for photography.
- Understand photographic practice and health and safety procedures
5
Photography - Using a Camera and Accessories
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a camera and accessories to create images
- Know how to frame the image
- Be able to transfer images from a camera for printing
- Know about Health and Safety procedures
6
Photography – Using a Tripod
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a tripod with a camera
- Understand relevant Health and Safety issues and procedures
7
Photography: A Creative Approach to Picture Making
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to plan and respond to a photographic assignment.
- Know the value of research for selecting, collecting and using information to influence picture making.
- Know how to apply a negotiated approach to a picture making assignment.
- Know how to put together images.
- Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.
8
Preparation for Employment in the Creative and Cultural Industries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise employment opportunities in the creative and cultural industries.
- Be able to recognise own strengths and weaknesses.
- Be able to identify future opportunities and goals.
- Understand the value of CVs and portfolios in personal and career development.
9
Research and Design Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concepts of style in a design historical context.
- Know about design methods used in relation to a client project brief.
- Understand design methodology and specific techniques.
- Be able to collect, file, collate and store research material.
- Understand the need for professional research and procurement skills.
- Understand Health and Safety issues.
10
The Camera: Film or Digital
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand contexts and approaches to photography.
- Identify and use the characteristics of camera systems.
- Be able to control a camera.
- Understand and employ photographic practice and health and safety procedures.
11
The Photographic Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand research for a photographic project.
- Be able to produce a photographic project.
- Understand photographic practice and health and safety procedures.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/9514/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jul 2013
- Operational End
- Sept 2029