Desktop Publishing

Other Missouri Business, Marketing, & Information Technology sets

• Accounting 1
• Accounting II
• Advertising
• Banking and Finance
• Business Communication
• Business Communication 2
• Business Economics
• Business Management
• Business Technology
• Computer Applications
• Computer Programming
• Computer Science I
• Computer Science II
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Hospitality Management
• Introduction to Business
• Leadership in the Workplace
• Multimedia
• Personal Finance (2017-)
• Retailing
• Sports and Entertainment Marketing
• Travel and Tourism
• Web Design
• Advanced Marketing (Marketing II)
• Entrepreneurship
• Fashion Merchandising
• Fundamentals of Marketing (Marketing I)

Plan the proper use of white space. 2.1

Apply the proper use of color. 2.2

Create an effective focal point (e.g., primary, secondary). 2.3

Create appropriate headlines. 2.4

Position captions. 2.5

Apply design principles and elements (e.g., movement, balance, symmetry). 2.6

Apply layering techniques in publications. 2.7

Match the design to the appropriate audience. 2.8

Create a text frame 3.1

Compose text (e.g., headings, captions, body text) 3.2

Import text files and other word processing documents into publications 3.3

Access fonts (e.g., download, unzip, install) 3.4

Apply font size guidelines 3.5

Measure type (e.g., pixels, inches, points, ect.)3.6

Adjust typography attributes (e.g., bold, italic, underline, reverse) 3.7

Apply character and word spacing (e.g., kerning, tracking and leading) 3.8

Explain the usage of font types (e.g., serif, sans serif, decorative) 3.9

Manipulate text features and formats (e.g., wordwrap, hyphenations, drop cap, color, gradient, text path) 3.10

Apply tabs and indents in text frames 3.11

Apply widow and orphan protection 3.12

Use a  camera to acquire appropriate resolution images (e.g., portrait, landscape, moving objects) 4.1

Use a scanner to digitize images with appropriate resolution for intended use 4.2

Import files and images from various sources (e.g., software-specific library, Internet, ect.) 4.3

Edit images (color, filter, tints, contrast, watermark, brightness) 4.4

Apply image modes (e.g., convert RGB, CMYK, grayscale) 4.5

Manipulate images (e.g., mask, resize, crop, scale, rotate, group/ungroup) 4.6

Create original drawings in illustration software 4.7

Determine appropriate image file formats (e.g., bmp, tiff, jpeg, gif, pict, eps) 4.8

Apply appropriate resolution settings for intended use of an image 4.9

Select color scheme 4.10

Select appropriate ink colors (e.g., Pantone, PMS) 4.11

Set appropriate page layout options (margins, columns, double-sided, facing pages, page numbering) 5.1

Create master pages 5.2

Create templates (e.g. labels, business cards, brochures, programs) 5.3

Modify templates (e.g. labels, business cards, brochures, programs) 5.4

Use editing tools (e.g., copy, cut, paste) 5.5

Describe the purpose and process of color separation. 6.1

Use print preview or WYSIWYG layout before printing. 6.2

Select an appropriate printer and printer attributes (e.g., duplexing, tray size, paper size). 6.3

Perform color separation. 6.4

Convert desktop publication to format for exporting/Web posting (e.g., PDF, HTML). 6.5

Create a resume highlighting graphic arts/desktop publishing and related skills. 7.1

Select sample projects to show graphic arts/desktop publishing concepts mastered. 7.2

Explain the reasons for selecting the sample projects in the portfolio. 7.3

Arrange a selection of sample projects into a professional print or digital format. 7.4

Demonstrate ability to listen/read and follow directions. 8.1

Demonstrate proofreading and editing skills. 8.2

Demonstrate appropriate use of grammar 8.3

Demonstrate ability to format written communications to include numbers, and punctuation. 8.4

Demonstrate ability to research and analyze information from various sources (i.e. written, digital) for use in written or oral presentation. 8.5

Compare copyright and patent laws between educational and workplace settings (e.g., video, text, sound, pictures) 9.1

Demonstrate ethical behavior when designing publications 9.2

Identify career/self-employment opportunities in graphic arts & desktop publishing fields 9.3

Exhibit leadership skills through a student organization (e.g., FBLA, DECA) 9.4

Interact with industry professionals (e.g., guest speakers, field trips, job shadowing) 9.5

Use help tools (e.g., technical manual, on-line help, technical support) 9.6

Demonstrate ability to function as a team member 9.7