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.

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.

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DESN1300, DESN2100

Internal Mode

Problem Based Learning
Lecture
Student Projects
Studio
Computer Lab

Computer Lab: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term