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PUB 131: Publication Design Technologies

This course provides students with a basic understanding of the principles and elements fundamental to publication design and production in print. The course covers design, typography, and production technologies, with a focus on book design and ephemera (posters/brochures).

Students are introduced to design software applications, focusing on Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop), and will gain a working knowledge of graphic design history, typography, typesetting, layout, and image creation/manipulation.

Knowledge of the Apple operating system is mandatory. It is recommended that students enroll in the  using their personal computer so they may access the software at home.

Sample Assessment Breakdown

  • Attendance & Engagement 5%
  • In-class Lab Assignments (9 total) 18%
  • Ideation Project 5%
  • Design Icon Project 10%
  • Type Specimen Poster 10%
  • Test 7%
  • Quiz 7%
  • Ephemera Project 16%
  • Mini Book Project 22%