ITI Photographer Syllabus: Assessment Criteria, Marking Scheme

Trade Theory

Introduction to Photography

• History of Photography
• Basic principles of photography
• Different types of cameras (Analog & Digital)
• Introduction to lenses (prime, zoom, telephoto, macro)
• Camera settings (Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO)

Lighting Techniques

• Basics of lighting (natural and artificial)
• Lighting in different scenarios (indoor, outdoor, low light, studio)
• Use of reflectors, diffusers, and softboxes
• Understanding light sources (hard vs. soft light, colour temperature)

Post-production Techniques

• Introduction to photo editing software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom)
• Basic editing techniques (cropping, exposure correction, colour balance)
• Advanced techniques (retouching, HDR, panorama)
• Image enhancement and restoration
• Working with layers and masks
• Colour correction and filters

Portfolio Development and Client Interaction

• Creating a photography portfolio
• Understanding client needs and creative briefs
• Working with models and clients
• Pre-production planning and post-production workflow

Photographic Equipment and Accessories

• Camera body types (DSLR, mirrorless, compact, etc.)
• Lenses and filters (types, use cases, cleaning, and maintenance)
• Tripods, monopods, light metres
• Flash and external lighting equipment
• Memory cards and storage

Composition and Framing

• Principles of composition (rule of thirds, golden ratio, leading lines)
• Framing the subject in different types of photography
• Focus, depth of field, and perspective
• Shooting techniques (long exposure, freeze, motion blur)

Digital Photography

• Introduction to digital cameras (DSLR, Mirrorless, etc.)
• Working with sensors and resolution
• Image formats (JPEG, RAW, TIFF, etc.)
• Digital camera settings and their effects
• Camera maintenance and troubleshooting

Photography Styles and Genres

• Portrait photography (studio vs. outdoor)
• Landscape photography
• Street and documentary photography
• Product and commercial photography
• Fashion photography
• Macro photography
• Wildlife and sports photography

Image Output and Printing

• Preparing images for print
• File formats for printing
• Colour calibration for printing
• Types of printing paper and finishes
• Photo albums and framing

Trade Practical

Basic Camera Operations

• Handling and operating different types of cameras
• Using manual and auto settings
• Adjusting ISO, aperture, and shutter speed
• Focusing techniques (manual vs. auto)

Practical Photography Sessions

• Portrait photography (using reflectors, backdrops, posing models)
• Landscape and nature photography (field trips, light control)
• Macro photography (close-ups, understanding magnification)
• Night photography (long exposure, light trails)

Practical Lighting Techniques

• Setting up studio lighting
• Working with continuous and strobe lights
• Portrait lighting setups (Rembrandt, Butterfly, Loop, etc.)
• Outdoor and natural light photography

Post-production Practical

• Image correction using software
• Batch editing for time efficiency
• Retouching and creating composites
• Designing photo albums
• Preparing images for web and social media

Workshop Calculation and Science

Mathematics in Photography

• Focal length and depth of field calculations
• Ratio and proportion in composition
• Basic calculations for lens aperture (f-stop) and shutter speed

Science in Photography

• Basic optics (light, lenses, reflection, refraction)
• Colour theory and temperature
• Properties of light (diffraction, polarisation)

Engineering Drawing

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• Drawing basic geometric shapes and figures
• Understanding perspective and angles in photography
• Drawing and visualising studio setups and lighting diagrams

Employability Skills

Communication Skills

• Verbal and non-verbal communication
• Interpersonal communication with clients

Information Technology (IT) Skills

• Introduction to computers (hardware, software)
• Using computer applications for photographers (photo editing, storage)
• Basic use of the internet and social media for promotion

Entrepreneurship Development

• Basics of business management in photography
• Building a photography business
• Legal aspects of photography (copyright, contracts)
• Marketing and networking as a photographer

Trade Practical

840

Trade Theory

240

Employability Skills

120

Total

1200

60% to 75%

• The candidate’s work has demonstrated the attainment of an acceptable standard of craftsmanship for performance in this grade, with the assistance of occasional guidance and careful consideration for safety procedures and practices.
• Displaying proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 60–70% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A respectable degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Occasional assistance in finishing the task or project.

75% to 90%

• For this grade, the candidate has produced work that demonstrates reaching a reasonable standard of craftsmanship while following safety procedures and practices with minimal guidance.
• Good proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 70–80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A good degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Little assistance in finishing the task or project.

Above 90%

• For this grade, the candidate has produced work that demonstrates reaching a high standard of craftsmanship while following safety procedures and practices with minimal or no guidance.
• High level of proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• More than 80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A high degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• No or minimal assistance in finishing the task or project.