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Digital Imaging & Publishing Technology |
DIPT
Course Descriptions:
200 Overview of Electronic Publishing Software 210 Digital Design & Typography 215 Fundamentals of Image Acquisition 220 Fundamentals of Image Manipulation 225 Fundamentals of Vector Graphic Illustration 230 Fundamentals of DeskTop Publishing 235 Fundamentals of Digital Media Publishing 240 Fundamentals of Network Publishing 245 Fundamentals of Digital Output 255 Imaging Processes and Markets 299 Co-operative Work Experience (required for AAS, AOS; optional for Diploma) 305 PDF Production and Workflow 314 Preparing Photographs for Publishing 316 B&Wand Color Halftone Production 324 Image Retouching & Restoration 332 Image Assembly: Trapping & Imposition 347 Advanced Digital Printing Systems
361 Production Procedures and Quality Control 362 Applied Production Lab I (elective) 363 Applied Production Lab II (elective) 364 Applied Production Lab III (elective) 371 Beginning DocuTech Operations (elective) 372 Advanced DocuTech Operations (elective) |
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0878-200 Overview of Digital Imaging & Publishing Software COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides an overview of the major applications, by type and function, in the categories of object-oriented/vector graphics, raster/bitmap graphics, document layout, image manipulation, presentation graphics, multimedia, and print prepress; included are the concepts of application versio upgrades, plug-ins and extensions and special-purpose/niche applications. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-210 Digital Design & Typography COURSE DESCRIPTION: Digital photography, graphics and typography blend to communicate quickly and memorably, as well as beautify a layout. The student will learn basic design and typography principles, terminology, guidelines, methods and systems used to solve graphic design problems. Font management and color model specifications are also included. Students will develop design and typography skills which can be applied in a wide variety of digital prepress and presentation media applications. Typography study will emphasize font selection, font management, and typesetting and copyfitting functions as critical elements of successful page layout design. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-215 Fundamentals Of Image Acquisition COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces the student to reflective and transmission scanning of two- dimensional art per given specifications; acquiring photographic images from Photo-CD, CD-ROM, digital cameras, grabbing video images; acquisition of text and graphics from on- line networks such as the internet and WWW; acquisition of text with OCR scanning; and applying image size, resolution, and file format specifications to image files. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-220 Fundamentals Of Image Manipulation COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to the production and manipulation of raster images with image manipulation software. Topics covered will include the study and application of painting and editing tools and techniques; selection techniques and digital masking to manipulate raster images; and application of image size, resolution and file format specifications. The technology and processes taught in this course will reflect the current trends in the marketplace. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-225 Fundamentals Of Vector Graphic Illustration COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces the student to using digital illustration and page design programs to generate vector-based images. Emphasis is placed on mastering vector-based tools as preparation for intermediate and advanced digital imaging and publishing skill development. Assignments emphasize the use of the computer and its application to preparing images for print and media publication. Page layout, type specification, and graphics integration are covered. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-230 Fundamentals Of Desktop Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the use of desktop publishing applications to create pages and documents to specification; importing and placing text and graphic files; the application of style sheets, templates and libraries, and color specifications. The application of design and typographic principles, trade terminology and measurement systems, font management, and file management are emphasized. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-235 Fundamentals Of Digital Media Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course students prepare basic digital presentations for computer display. Skills included are: text import, entry and editing; graphic import, editing and basic creation; and acquisition and placement of motion graphic elements. An overview of hardware and software requirements will be presented. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-240 Fundamentals Of Network Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course uses network publishing software to: generate and distribute PDF pages; create linked pages to specifications for the World Wide Web. Other Topics include an overview of Internet resources, web page description languages, image standards, and browser software. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-245 Fundamentals Of Digital Output COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the fundamentals of file, system and device preparation required for output to PostScript and non-PostScript devices. Other Topics include the technologies associated with standard industry output devices, image evaluation, and network communication protocols. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) Top 0878-250 Color Theory And Practice COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study of the identification of colors; factors affecting color perception and recognition; color correction; and design and production influences on the selection of color specification systems, such as Pantone, Trumatch, and custom colors. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-255 Imaging Processes & Markets COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course presents an overview of the major imaging processes in printing (lithography, gravure, flexography, screen printing, digital, and non-impact) and multimedia publishing (interactive CD-ROM, World Wide Web, electronically delivered documents) together with a study of their respective and overlapping markets and career opportunities. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-299 Cooperative Work Experience COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides a ten-week work experience in the field. (0 credit: 0 class, 0 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on Topics presented in Fundamentals of Desktop Publishing. Topics include defining and applying style sheets, templates, and libraries; recognizing and applying proofreaders marks and notations; and defining and applying color model specifications. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the principles and techniques of database construction, manipulation, and reporting. It provides the opportunity to develop expertise in creating graphically attractive and informative reports both within the layout capabilities of a database application, and through importation into a page layout program, and conversion into a form compatible with a Web server. Topics include database formation, document tagging, template generation, style sheets, HTML coding, and database publishing techniques and procedures. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-304 Publication Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the use of page layout and special-purpose applications to produce book, magazine, and long format publications. Topics include techniques for defining and applying font selections, page formats, page and section numbering, headers and footers, footnotes, text editing, graphics, color, table of contents, index, glossary, appendix, colophon, and other features typical for book and long document publishing formats. Students are introduced to the repurposing of documents into various forms of digital media, and the creation, manipulation, and use of digital photographs. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-305 PDF Production and Workflow COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study of the Portable Document Format (PDF) file format. It includes defining and applying specifications for color management, file optimization and file security; recognizing and editing PDF documents; and using PDF files in a variety of print and non-print media production workflows. (0878-230, 0878-245, 0878-250) (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the skills previously learned in Fundamentals of Network Publishing. Topics include Internet resources, network publishing, web page authoring including the use of features such as forms and tables. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-308 Digital Media Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course students take written and illustrative information, create and prepare digital elements that relate to the Topic, and organize the result into electronic presentations for CD-ROM or Network use. Issues of typography, quality, format, layout and audience are included. Word processing, deskTop publishing, vector and raster graphics, and presentation applications will be used. Scripting and markup languages will be introduced. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the skills previously learned in Fundamentals of Image Acquisition. Topics include: determining and applying resolution and magnification settings appropriate to the characteristics of the specified output device; setting highlight and shadow points, removing color cast, unsharp masking, and tone-adjustment of acquired images; use of high-end, mid-range, and deskTop scanners with their related software; jobs for RGB output; and changing of image files for other purposes (repurposing). (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the skills previously learned in Fundamentals of Image Manipulation. Topics include: applying production planning techniques to image manipulation; production quality standards; advanced methods and quality criteria for image manipulation; legal and ethical issues. This is a production-oriented course with the emphasis on producing photographic quality (raster) digital images. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-314 Preparing Photographs For Publishing COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on editing digital files to produce specific black & white and color reproduction outcomes on a variety of publishing systems, i.e., network printers, film recorders (slides), the WWW, CDs, and offset presses. It teaches how to prepare the image files and related workflow procedures, while reinforcing many of the skills learned in the pre-requisite courses. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-316 B&W And Color Halftone Production COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on editing digital files to produce specific black/white and color halftone outcomes on a variety of printing systems i.e. laser printers, network printers, digital presses, direct to plate systems and offset presses. The application of production criteria for the full variety of screening options for image files and the related workflow procedures and designed to reinforce many of the skills learned in the prerequisite courses. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-318 Color Management Systems COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study of Color Management System (CMS) software and color measurement devices as they are used to control color quality in the digital imaging and publishing disciplines. CMS concepts are introduced and applied to imaging equipment (input, display, and output), systems, and documents. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-320
Web Image Preparations COURSE DESCRIPTION: COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes specialized image manipulation techniques applied to produce images that blend images together into a single composite image. Emphasis is given to developing efficient production techniques for this advanced image manipulation concept. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-324 Image Retouching & Restoration COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes specialized image manipulation techniques used to reconstruct, restore, and enhance images. Emphasis is given to developing skills for image evaluation and production work plan strategies. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to videography, cameras, videocassette recording, digital non-linear editing, and lighting. Emphasis is on proper operation of video and computer equipment for productions and post production of digital non-linear edited sequences and their adaptation to different presentation formats. Students gain hands-on experience in making a digital video. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-328 Digital Media Interactive COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course students create and prepare digital elements and integrate them into interactive presentations for CD-ROM or network use. Issues of file size, quality, format, client/server interaction are included. 2D/3D vector and raster, animation, video, and presentation applications will be used. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study of procedures to inspect files for adherence to production standards and specifications; to modify and apply necessary job specifications. Focus will be on font, color, and trapping specifications; picture and graphic file types and linkages; measurements and typographic specifications; output device-specific parameters. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-332 Image Assembly: Trapping & Imposition COURSE DESCRIPTION: This project-based course includes the study of trapping and imposition variables, an overview of production workflow, and use of software solutions for trapping and imposition. An emphasis is given to the study of press and post-press factors that impact trapping and imposition. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-341 Proofing & Platemaking COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course includes the study of procedures to produce analog monochrome and color proofs and analog offset plates to production standards and specifications; the comparison of various analog proof types and capabilities; the comparison of types of offset plates; proof and plate processor care and maintenance; and exposure, processing, and inspection procedures. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-342 Film Assembly Techniques COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the production of single- and multi-color film flats in exact registration position to imposition specifications; making specified changes and corrections; applying identification and exposure list standards; film and Dylux proof contacting techniques. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-343 Offset Duplicator Operation COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the preparation and printing of single- and multi-color jobs on a variety of stock types and sizes appropriate for offset duplicator production. Students will use analog and digital plates. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-344 Offset Press Operation I COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course emphasizes the systematic methods of press preparation and operation, of offset printing technology. Emphasis is on sheet control, set-up of ink and dampening systems, and introduction to four-color process printing. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-345 Offset Press Operation II COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course continues the development of offset press operation skills. Areas of study include process color printing, densitometry, quality control test targets, and investigative press problem solving. Students will develop production skills in a simulated production setting. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-346 Digital Printing Systems COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course presents a study of digital printing system technology and marketplace production issues, and prepares students with the technical knowledge and skills to output, and potentially operate, a variety of digital printing systems. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-347
Advance Digital Printing Systems COURSE DESCRIPTION: 0878-351 Fundamentals Of Photographic Imaging COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study of the fundamental principles, processes, and equipment used in the production of photographic images. Topics include: the proper use of darkroom equipment (enlargers, easels, timers, processors, etc.) and the application of tone and color control in the production of photographic proofs and prints. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the skills introduced in Fundamentals of Photographic Imaging. This course introduces calibration and evaluation of photographic images and equipment by the use of standard reference materials and industry methods. Other Topics include the continued production and evaluation of photographic prints from a variety of formats to satisfy provided specifications. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-353 Photographic Imaging Production COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the photographic imaging skills beyond the essentials covered in previous photographic imaging courses by requiring greater depth of expertise and providing greater breadth of experience. The course includes: additive and subtractive system exposure equipment; the operation of mechanized processors and exposure equipment; applied densitometry; and, production techniques for quality and quantity. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-354 Advanced Photographic Imaging COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the production of negatives from transparencies; color and density matching a photographic print to a sample; and photographic print production from slides. An emphasis is given to following standard lab practices for safety, quality, and productivity. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the study and production of captioned prints, prints and transparencies for display use, and mural prints. Emphasis is given to comparative finishing techniques, quality control issues, comparative materials specifications, lab safety, and technical vocabulary. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the set-up and use of optical camera systems to produce copy and duplicate images. Topics will include determination of exposure, copywork magnification, filter factors and the production of copy and duplicate images using provided specifications. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-361 Production Procedures & Quality Control COURSE DESCRIPTION: Printing Procedures & Quality Control reinforces the students' skills in the core courses. Students are introduced to procedures that are used in an actual printing production environment, understanding the cost of doing business, estimating procedures and quality control requirements. This course prepares the student for continuation on to the applied production print sequence of courses as well as prepare them for success in the working world. (2 credit: 1 class, 3 lab) 362 0878-362 Applied Production I COURSE DESCRIPTION: This elective three-course sequence (Applied Production I, II, III) provides an environment where students and customers interact in order to produce completed imaging projects and finished print jobs. Students work in a simulated production environment were that can develop their technical skills, work habits, and customer relations. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-363 Applied Production II COURSE DESCRIPTION: This elective three-course sequence (Applied Production I, II, III) provides an environment where students and customers interact in order to produce completed imaging projects and finished print jobs. Students work in a simulated production environment were that can develop their technical skills, work habits, and customer relations. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-364 Applied Production III COURSE DESCRIPTION: This elective three-course sequence (Applied Production I, II, III) provides an environment where students and customers interact in order to produce completed imaging projects and finished print jobs. Students work in a simulated production environment were that can develop their technical skills, work habits, and customer relations. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-371 Beginning Docutech Operations COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on the fundamental operating features of the Xerox DocuTech 135 publishing system. It provides an opportunity to understand the job and market capability of the DocuTech, xerography, image and paper quality considerations and basic operating procedures. This course is the first of a two-course sequence that can lead to employment opportunities as a DocuTech operator. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) 0878-372 Advanced Docutech Operations COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on the advanced operating features of the Xerox DocuTech 135 publishing system. It provides an opportunity to understand the job and market capability of the DocuTech, creation of electronic files and file transfer, and advanced operating procedures. This course is the second of a two-course sequence that can lead to employment opportunities as Xerox DocuTech operator. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: COURSE DESCRIPTION: The description for each Special Topics course will be specified in each proposal. (3 credit: 2 class, 3 lab) COURSE DESCRIPTION: The description for each Independent Study request will be specified in each student proposal. (tba credit: tba class, tba lab) |
