Recent Scheme of Work on Photography

Syllabus for Senior Secondary

FIRST TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Introduction To Photography

Topic: The essence of Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Visual communication.
2. Record keeping
WEEK 2

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography

Topic: Historical Development of Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Developmental stages :
• early
• pre-modern
• modern
2. People involved in :
• Nicephorus Niepce
• John Schulz
• Louis Daguerre
• William Fox Talbot etc.
WEEK 2

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography III

Topic: Contemporary Nigerian Photographers

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Contemporary Nigerian photographers:
• Sunmi Smart Cole
• J. D. Okhai Ojikibire
• Ameize Oji kihire
• George Oshodi
• Yinka Shonibare
• John Ogene
• Andrew Eziebo
• Kelechi Amadi
WEEK 3

Theme: Introduction To Photography

Topic: Importance of photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Record of events.
2. Used in advertising
3. Scientific use.
4. News reporting
5. Artistic expression
WEEK 3

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography

Topic: Photography in Nigeria

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Pro-independence photography.
2. Post-independence photography in Nigeria
WEEK 3

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography III

Topic: Contemporary Nigerian Photographers (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Contemporary Nigerian photographers:
• Sunmi Smart Cole
• J. D. Okhai Ojikibire
• Ameize Oji kihire
• George Oshodi
• Yinka Shonibare
• John Ogene
• Andrew Eziebo
• Kelechi Amadi
WEEK 4

Theme: Introduction To Photography

Topic:
1. History of photography
2. Areas of photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. History of photography
The Camera obscure

2. Areas of photography
Areas of photography :
• Fashion
• Forensic
• Nature
• Sports
• Underwater
• War
• Documentary
• Architectural etc.
WEEK 4

Theme: Introduction To Lighting

Topic: Natural Light

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Sources of natural light
• Sun
• Moon and stars
2. Natural light and photography.
WEEK 4

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography III

Topic: Emergence of Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Development of digital photography from the early '80s.
WEEK 5

Theme: Introduction To Photography

Topic: Photography terminologies

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Photography terminologies:
• Exposure
• Develop
• Print
• Enlarge
• Focus
• Aperture
• f-number
• Perspective
• Image
• intensity etc.
WEEK 5

Theme: Introduction To Lighting

Topic: Artificial Light

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Sources of artificial light
• Flash
• Studio lighting equipment.
2. Artificial light and photography.
WEEK 5

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography III

Topic: Emergence of Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Development of digital photography from the early '80s.
WEEK 6

Theme: Theory Of Light

Topic: Sources of Light

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Natural light (e.g. sun and moon).
2. Artificial light. (Electric light, flash etc)
WEEK 6

Theme: Lenses

Topic: Basic Principles of Lenses

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Basic principle of refractions
• Convergence of light.
• Divergence of light.
WEEK 6

Theme: History And Appreciation Of Photography III

Topic: Emergence of Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Digital photography today.
WEEK 7

Theme: Theory Of Light

Topic: Properties of Light

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Absorption
2. Reflection
3. Transmission
4. Refraction
5. Dispersion
WEEK 7

Theme: Lenses

Topic: Lens and Aperture

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Lens :
• Focal length (normal)
• Short and long focal length.
2. Aperture :
• Position
• F-stop
WEEK 7

Theme: Dark Room Printing

Topic: Creative Printing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Stenciling
2. Contact printing
3. Masking
4. Photogram etc.
WEEK 8

Theme: The Camera

Topic:
1. Basic principle of camera
2. Basic parts of camera

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Basic principle of camera
Basic principles :
• light tights registration surface
• Light inlet(aperture)
• Image formation (lens)
• Image captures (Shutter)
• Viewing system.

2. Basic parts of camera
Basic parts :
• Light tight box
• Lens
• Lens opening
• Shutter
• Shutter release
• View finder
• Film advance mechanism
• Function of each part of a camera.
WEEK 8

Theme: Lenses

Topic: Types of Camera Lenses

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Types of camera lenses
• Standard
• Wide angle (fish eye)
• Harrow angle (telephoto)
• Zoom etc.
WEEK 8

Theme: Dark Room Printing

Topic: Creative Printing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Stenciling
2. Contact printing
3. Masking
4. Photogram etc.
WEEK 9

Theme: The Camera

Topic:
1. Types of camera
2. Care of the camera

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of camera
Types of camera :
• Twin lens reflex
• Single lens reflex
• Direct vision
• View through technical
• Miniature
• Polaroid
• Digital

2. Care of the camera
Care of the camera :
• Keep away from dirt and oil.
• Keep duster away from it.
• Regular servicing by competent technician.
• Careful handling at all times.
WEEK 9

Theme: Lenses

Topic: Types of Camera Lenses (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Uses of:
• Standard
• Rash dye
• Telephoto
• Zoom lenses.
WEEK 9

Theme: Dark Room Printing

Topic: Creative Printing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Stenciling
2. Contact printing
3. Masking
4. Photogram etc.

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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SECOND TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: The Film

Topic: The nature of film

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Light sensitive material.
2. Chemical composition.
WEEK 2

Theme: Shooting Of photographs II

Topic: Composition

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Elements of composition:
• Line
• Shape
• Space
• Tone
• colour
WEEK 2

Theme: Digital Photography II

Topic: Inputs Methods in Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Input devices:
• Scanner
• Digital camera
• Compact disc
• Flash drive
• Zip.
WEEK 3

Theme: The Film

Topic: Types of film

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Rim format (sizes):
• 110
• 135 (35 mm)
• 120/220
• Sheet film etc.
2. Film types
• Black and white
• Coloured film.
WEEK 3

Theme: Shooting Of photographs II

Topic: Composition

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Elements of composition:
• Line
• Shape
• Space
• Tone
• colour
WEEK 3

Theme: Digital Photography II

Topic: Inputs Methods in Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Input devices:
• Scanner
• Digital camera
• Compact disc
• Flash drive
• Zip.
WEEK 4

Theme: The Film

Topic: Film Speed

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Film speed:
i. ASA(American Standard Association) 32- slow speed film.
ii. ASA 40 - 200 medium speed film
iii. ASA 400 and above - fast high speed film.
WEEK 4

Theme: Shooting Of photographs II

Topic: Nature Study

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Plants
2. Animals
3. Landscape
WEEK 4

Theme: Digital Photography II

Topic: Output Methods in Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Output methods:
• Printer
• Internet Computer
• monitor.
WEEK 5

Theme: Shooting And Photographs

Topic: Shooting preparation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Loading the film into the camera.
2. Get subject prepared.
3. Set up studio lighting equipment.
4. Study outdoor weather condition.
WEEK 5

Theme: Shooting Of photographs II

Topic: Nature Study

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Plants
2. Animals
3. Landscape
WEEK 5

Theme: Digital Photography II

Topic: Output Methods in Digital Photography

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Output methods:
• Printer
• Internet Computer
• monitor.
WEEK 6

Theme: Shooting And Photographs

Topic: Shooting of photographs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Focusing with the camera.
2. Shooting indoor photographs.
3. Shooting outdoor photographs.
WEEK 6

Theme: Shooting Of photographs II

Topic: Still Life

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Arranged household utensils.
2. Arranged fruits.
WEEK 6

Theme: Field Trip II

Topic: Excursion to a Photography Colour Laboratory

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Excursion to a colour photographic laboratory.
WEEK 7

Theme: The Darkroom

Topic: The darkroom

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Darkroom layout :
• dry area
• wet area
2. Darkroom requirements
• light tights
• good ventilation
• adequate electricity supply
• adequate water supply.
• Waste outlet
• Flat working surfaces.
WEEK 7

Theme: Shooting Of Photographs II

Topic: Still Life

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Arranged household utensils.
2. Arranged fruits.
WEEK 7

Theme: Field Trip II

Topic: Excursion to a Photography Colour Laboratory

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Excursion to a colour photographic laboratory.
WEEK 8

Theme: The Darkroom

Topic: Darkroom tools and equipment

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Tools and equipment:
• Measures
• Containers
• Funnels
• Timers
• Thermometers
• Developing tanks
• Safe light
• Enlarger
• Dryer
• Trays/dishes etc.
WEEK 8

Theme: Shooting Of Photographs II

Topic: Portraiture

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Portraits of:
• a child
• an adult
• group.
WEEK 8

Theme: Exhibition

Topic: Exhibition of Students' Work

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Mounting and framing
2. Display techniques
WEEK 9

Theme: The Darkroom

Topic: Darkroom Safety

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Safety measures:
• Wear darkroom apron/lab coat
• Wear rubber gloves
• Avoid sudden movements
• Apply first aid in treating chemical burns
• Properly store chemical when not in use.
WEEK 9

Theme: Shooting Of Photographs II

Topic: Portraiture

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Portraits of:
• a child
• an adult
• group.
WEEK 9

Theme: Exhibition

Topic: Exhibition of Students' Work

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Mounting and framing
2. Display techniques

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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THIRD TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Film Development

Topic: Materials and equipment for film development

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Materials for film development:
• Developer
• Developing tank
• Developing trays/dishes
• Fixer
WEEK 2

Theme: Care And Preservation Of Photographs

Topic: Monitoring and Framing of Photographs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Mounting
2. Framing
3. Lamination
WEEK 2

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 3

Theme: Film Development

Topic: Film development

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Dilution of:
• Developer
• Fixer
2. Loading the film into the tan k or using the see-saw method.
3. Pouring and timing the action of developer on the film in the tank.
4. Rinsing and fixing the negative.
WEEK 3

Theme: Care And Preservation Of Photographs

Topic: Monitoring and Framing of Photographs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Mounting
2. Framing
3. Lamination
WEEK 3

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 4

Theme: Film Development

Topic: Film development (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Dilution of:
• Developer
• Fixer
2. Loading the film into the tan k or using the see-saw method.
3. Pouring and timing the action of developer on the film in the tank.
4. Rinsing and fixing the negative.
WEEK 4

Theme: Introduction To Digital Photography

Topic: Digital Photography Equipment

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Digital camera.
2. Computer system
3. Printer
WEEK 4

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 5

Theme: Film Development

Topic: Drying and storage of negatives.

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Methods of drying negatives.
2. Methods of storing negatives
WEEK 5

Theme: Introduction To Digital Photography

Topic: Digital Photography Equipment

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Digital camera.
2. Computer system
3. Printer
WEEK 5

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 6

Theme: Printing

Topic: Materials and equipment for printing of photographs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Equipment for printing:
• Enlarger
• Safelight
• Printing paper
• Printing frame
• Developer fixer
• Developing trays/dishes
• Dryer
• Guillotine.
WEEK 6

Theme: Introduction To Digital Photography

Topic: Digital Photography Software

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Uploading from digital camera.
2. Use of photo shop applications.
WEEK 6

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 7

Theme: Printing

Topic: Printing process

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Dilution of:
• Developer
• Fixer
2. Contact print.
3. Printing photograph using enlarger.
4. Developing and fixing of photographs.
WEEK 7

Theme: Introduction To Digital Photography

Topic: Digital Photography Software

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Uploading from digital camera.
2. Use of photo shop applications.
WEEK 7

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 8

Theme: Printing

Topic: Printing process (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Dilution of :
• Developer
• Fixer
2. Contact print.
3. Printing photograph using enlarger.
4. Developing and fixing of photographs.
WEEK 8

Theme: Field Trip

Topic: Excursion to Photography Studio

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Excursion to a photographic studio.br>
WEEK 8

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 9

Theme: Printing

Topic: Drying and storage of photographs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Methods of drying printed photographs.
2. Methods of storing printed photographs
WEEK 9

Theme: Field Trip

Topic: Excursion to Photography Studio

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Excursion to a photographic studio.
WEEK 9

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:

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