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Demonstrate techniques involved in the selection and use of word processing, illustration, image editing, and page layout software.

Interpret print production information from job ticket or jacket.

Explain techniques used to produce high-quality line and halftone images.

Demonstrate preflighting applications involved with various digital image file structures and types.

Utilizing transform tool to adjust layer sizes

Evaluating layer masking of digital image file

Type

Explain attributes and characteristics of various type styles and their uses.

Page Layout

Demonstrate appropriate use of page layout software for desktop publishing.

Image Capture

Compare various methods of image capture, including scanner, digital camera, and file downloads.

Illustrations

Create original illustrations using appropriate design, tracing, and photography manipulating software.

Portable Document Format

Explain why portable document format (PDF) has become an integral part of the printing industry.

Create a PDF file from a native application file.

Advanced Digital File Preparation and Output

Portable Document Format

Describe the use of digital photography in image capture and digital imaging.

Summarize the capabilities and functions of imagesetters, platesetters, and digital printers.

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of various hard and soft color proofing systems.

Demonstrate current systems, techniques, and imposition software for outputting files computer-to-plate.

List uses and capabilities of storage devices for digital files, including network servers.

Identify the advantages and disadvantages of different storage media including compact diskette (CD), digital video diskette (DVD), and flash memory.

Demonstrate file compression utility for file storage or transfer.

Explain the differences between Type 1, True Type and Open Type font formats.

Analyzing various font management activities and processes

Create logo designs for integration into a three-panel fold brochure design.

Utilizing a scanned template to create a logo

Utilize the Pantone Matching System to produce a multicolor job that includes scans, text, and spot color artwork.

Demonstrate the use of PostScript in digital prepress.

Determining the strengths and weaknesses of Tagged Information File Format (TIFF), Encapsulated PostScript (Eps), picture (PICT), Joint Photo Graphic Experts Group (JPEG), Portable Document File (PDF), Portable Document Format prepress data exchange (PDF/X-3), and Desktop Color Separations (DCS) in a PostScript environment

Apply procedures to produce, modify, and output files to customer-supplied or industry standard criteria.

Use a photo manipulation program to perform basic color correction and image cloning.