Photoshop Letter of Recognition: 824

: 824

This sequence of two courses is designed for persons who wish to develop skills in digital image editing using Adobe Photoshop. Upon completion of each course in the sequence students will develop skills in image manipulation, color correction, photo retouching and image compositing. Students use Photoshop tools, dialog boxes and panels to adjust, retouch, composite and sharpen digital images. Students prepare images for high-resolution printing on various output devices. A grade of C or better is required in each course.

Program Requirements

All students should review the Advising Worksheet and consult an advisor.

PRNT 131 - Photoshop Digital Production for Printing and Publishing I 4 semester hours
PRNT 232 - Photoshop Digital Production for Printing and Publishing II 4 semester hours

Total Credit Hours: 8

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

Effectively make selections in images for isolation using the selection tools.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a team member in an electronic prepress environment.
Effectively use sharp and unsharp masking tool.
Composite multiple images.
Efficiently work with layers and masks in images.
Take out flaws and retouch images.
Accurately color correct images.
Create colors and gradients using the various palettes.
Effectively use the brush tools for effects