DSGN126 — Page Layout
4 credits This course covers page layout design and production using digital software. Students complete simple to moderately complex page design using tutorials and projects. Students will improve knowledge of layout, typography, and production methods. Production methods will include high-quality commercially printed documents. Students will also focus on developing best practices in project workflow and an understanding of final deliverables suited for tablet publications and commercial printing. Including cost factors, CMYK, spot color, and RGB for various types of digital publishing Manage layers and object stacking Use special effects appropriately Demonstrate basic knowledge of the software’s interactive features through tutorials and projects Respectfully present, defend, and critique design choices in a group setting Preflight and package files correctly with necessary fonts, graphics and separation capabilities Describe workflow and file preparation processes for digital and commercially printed documents Program
Prerequisites: ABED40, AHSE56, MATH87, AHSE66, ABED46, ENGL93