ART 0360 - Publications Design and Layout

Spring 3 Credit Hours
A course in the basic technical preparation of artwork prior to publication. Computer production techniques are taught in the context of simulated professional job processes. This course will cover specific computer and printing processes such as halftones and screens, one color, duotones and overlay techniques, two color, photo sizing, four color process printing, and color separations. Additionally, basic layout, imposition and bindery, studio business practices such as pricing, estimating, time tracking, budgets, client contact and presentation will be covered. There will be additional supply costs associated with this course. Six studio hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 0325.