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DIGHT 230

Introduction to Print Publishing

College of Humanities

Course Description

Introduction to layout and typesetting and their place in the publications process; includes graphic design theory, audience analysis, and basic skills with professional desktop publishing application.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Spring

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

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Typesetting's Place in Publishing

Learning Outcome

Students will situate typesetting and printing within the scope of the publishing process as a whole.

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Typesetting Software

Learning Outcome

Students will master the basic functions of Adobe InDesign for the purpose of typesetting various publications.

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Design Principles

Learning Outcome

Students will use a set of basic design principles (proximity, alignment, repetition, contrast) to improve the quality of their publications in InDesign.

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Photo Editing Software

Learning Outcome

Students will be familiar with Adobe Photoshop and some of its uses in print publishing.

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Groupwork

Learning Outcome

Students will work effectively in groups to produce high quality printed material.