The fundamentals of using digital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basic concepts and terminology associated with typography and page layout. Coursework focuses on preparing students to take the following exam: Adobe Certified Professional in Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign.
Apply fundamentals of page layout; define typographic terminology and specifications; import text and graphics into page layout programs; discuss file formats and file management techniques.
• Define publication software
• Identify and describe the basic types of publications.
• Design page layouts.
• Use templates and create customized content.
• Create, edit, and publish a newsletter.
• Create, edit, and publish a brochure.
• Create, edit, and publish a calendar.
• Create, edit, and publish a letterhead.
• Print various publications.
• Complete a mail merge.
• Convert a print publication to a Web publication.
• Define graphics software.
• Manipulate graphics.
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- Internet Access
- Weatherford College E-mail account access
- Adobe InDesign
- Graphics Program (downloaded for free)
There will be 6 quizzes, 2 exams, a semester project and approximately 11 assignments.
Book Assignments 40%
Quizzes (6) 20%
Exams (2) 20%
Project 20%
Final grades will be calculated by the following scale:
A 90 to 100%
B 80 to 89%
C 70 to 79%
D 60 to 69%
F Less than 60%
Information Systems Certificate
- Students will gain proficiency in the use of computer system hardware and software.
- Students will gain knowledge and skills for entry-level information technology positions in business and industry.
- Students will gain knowledge in application programs, basic computer programming, basic networking, and an introduction to computer hardware.
Web Development Certificate
- Students will apply skills in office productivity software, digital publishing, and presentation graphics.
- Students will demonstrate web design skills and be able to critique and evaluate the design of web sites.
- Students will create, edit, and publish newsletters, brochures, calendars, letterheads, and other publications.
ADA Statement:
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Academic Integrity is fundamental to the educational mission of Weatherford College, and the College expects its students to maintain high standards of personal and scholarly conduct. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials including unauthorized use of Generative AI. Departments may adopt discipline specific guidelines on Generative AI usage approved by the instructional dean. Any student who is demonstrated to have engaged in any of these activities will be subject to immediate disciplinary action in accordance with institutional procedures.
Any student who faces challenges securing basic resources such as food, clothing, or housing and believes this may affect their performance in their course of study is urged to contact the Director of Student Resources, Dr. Deborah Cregger, for support at (817) 598-6444. Her office is on the first floor of Student Services. If the student prefers, they may contact their instructor, who can reach out on their behalf. Weatherford College also provides the Coyote Pantry. The Pantry maintains boxed and canned foods for students in need. The location of the Coyote Pantry is two blocks west of the Weatherford campus at the Baptist Student Ministry (118 E. Park Ave., Weatherford). Pantry hours are Mon-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Fri. 8.30 am-12:00 pm (817-599-6586).
A student shall retain all rights to work created as part of instruction or using College District technology resources.
The Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) identified competencies in the area of Resources, Interpersonal, Information, Systems, and Technology; and foundation skills in the areas of Basic Skills and Personal Qualities.
• Define publication software (C5, C6, C7, F1)
• Identify and describe the basic types of publications. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Design page layouts. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Use templates and create customized content. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Create, edit, and publish a newsletter. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Create, edit, and publish a brochure. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Create, edit, and publish a calendar. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Create, edit, and publish a letterhead. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Print various publications. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Complete a mail merge. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Convert a print publication to a Web publication. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)
• Define graphics software. (C5, C6, C7, F1)
• Manipulate graphics. (C5, C6, C7, C8, C15, C18, C19, F1, F2, F7, F10)