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Apr 25, 2024
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Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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DSGN 258 Prepress4 credits
An introduction to the processes used to produce digital publications and high-quality commercially printed documents. Focus is on developing best practices in project workflow and an understanding of final deliverables suitable for tablet publications or commercial printing. Students should take this course near the end of their studies.
Prerequisites: CSD 112 , DSGN 153 , DSGN 191 , and DSGN 155 or DSGN 233
Corequisites: ART 252 and DSGN 216
Quarters Offered: Fall and Winter
Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Describe workflows and file preparation processes for ePublications, interactive documents, and commercially printed documents
- Assess appropriate use of color (CMYK, RGB, or spot) for various types of digital publishing jobs, including cost factors
- Differentiate how font selection, color modes, and graphic files are handled when working in print or screen workflows
- Preflight and package print files correctly with necessary fonts, graphics, and separation capabilities
- Respectfully present, defend, and critique design choices in a group setting
Total Hours: 60 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40
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