Description
WRIT 315. TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENT DESIGN. This course explores principles, techniques, and procedures of electronic and print-based document production. Topics include the relationship between written and visual material; traditional copy preparation and design; desktop publishing; traditional printing techniques for books, brochures, pamphlets, and newsletters; and an introduction to electronic document design and production. Students will study key layout and design concepts and analyze examples. Student will produce their own documents, including newsletters, small and large advertisements, brochures, flyers, online journal or newspaper blog space, and a website entry page. Prerequisite: Writing 101. Semester course, three hours.