DESN2260

Visual Communication Technology 2

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course aims to familiarise students with the practical and professional skills that they require when preparing design and art work for print. Students will gain an understanding of prepress and the physical requirements of the printing process from traditional techniques to digital printing, along with specialist print services and paper selection.

Objectives On completion of this course, students will:
1 be able to understand and operate technologies appropriate to the tasks given;
2 be able to apply fundamental imaging technology to the making of digital art
3 be able to design and prepare artwork for a specified purpose;
4 have an understanding of how to prepare computer generated art work files for specific pre-press functions
5 display an ability to communicate with service providers to graphic designers;
6 demonstrate an understanding of how to make use of trade houses or bureau services;
7 analyse the effect of technology on the graphic arts industry in terms of pre-press and the use of computer input and output devices.
Content Topics include:
1 layout and design for print;
2 computer assisted print production;
3 traditional print productions;
4 cost estimating;
5 colour selection and specification;
6 inks and print media;
7 specialised printing techniques;
8 colour separation;
9 print terminology;
10 proofing;
11 digital fonts.
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge DESN1300, DESN2100
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Problem Based Learning
Lecture
Student Projects
Studio
Computer Lab
Assessment Items
Journal
Projects
Quiz - Class
Contact Hours Computer Lab: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for DESN2260