Course Number and Title:
OAT 242 Desktop Publishing
Campus Location
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: BUS 107 or CIS 107
Course Credits and Hours
4 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
2 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course explores the use of Adobe Creative Suite for the layout, design, and production of professional print and digital publications.
Additional Materials
None
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Plan, design, and prepare documents. (CCC 1, 2, 5; PGC 2, 3)
- Use appropriate software for completion of projects. (CCC 2, 5; PGC 2, 3)
- Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills. (CCC 2; PGC 2, 5)
- Use knowledge of content and organization of application software. (CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC 2, 3)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Plan, design, and prepare documents.
- Develop appropriate messages for publications.
- Combine text and graphics to convey a message.
- Devise documents using appropriate design principles.
- Use appropriate software for completion of projects.
- Design logos.
- Prepare business cards.
- Convert graphics.
- Develop advertisements.
- Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Relate and devise solutions to real-world business situations.
- Use case-study scenarios to develop publishable documents.
- Search for appropriate graphics using Internet search engines.
- Use knowledge of content and organization of application software.
- Multitask by using multiple applications simultaneously.
- Import and export files.
- Import text and graphic objects.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
= |
C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative Assessments |
Final Project | 20% |
(2-5) Application-based Adobe InDesign Application-based Exams (Equally weighted) | 25% |
Formative Assessments |
The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to: Quizzes Hands-on Assignments/Projects Participation | 55% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Integrate professional, ethical, and legal standards into business decision-making.
- Apply foundational business concepts that lead to strategic thinking and the ability to analyze complex problems.
- Use professional and technology-based skills that are relevant to the dynamic business environment.
- Employ effective communication skills and collaboration strategies to promote positive organizational outcomes.
- Apply skills necessary to analyze and interpret business and financial data for decision-making purposes.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.