Part Time Computing Introduction to Desktop Publishing

Computing · Introduction to Desktop Publishing

Level: Level 1 - Module 3

Course content:
This is module 3 of a 3 module course, providing an introduction to computing. In this module students will learn how to use Microsoft Publisher. This will include creating a new publication, design rules, use of rulers and gridlines, inserting images & text, using design themes and quick publications
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Creating a new publication in Publisher
- Know the importance of design rules when creating a publication
- Insert images, text, charts into a publication
- Format text & images
- Use gridlines and rulers
- Create a quick publication
- Add design themes to the publication
- Use word art
- Use auto shapes
- Create PDF from publication
- Print publications
- Use different publication types

Course Structure:
Each student has their own computer. Presentations will be made using computers, interactive whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes. Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts. Students will then work on individual tasks
N.B. Homework plays a substantial part of this course and you will be required to perform some additional work outside of class.

Course resources:
All students have access to our fully equipped state of the art learning centre. This included free internet access.

Assessment:
Tutor feedback. Homework. Individual Learning Plans. Peer feedback

Next step:
Computing Level 2 course

How to apply:
Enrol in person, by telephone or by post

Fees Info
When information is available you will notice 2 different fees stated for this course. The fee you pay is dependent on your status:
Fee 1: Standard fee;
Fee 2: Aged 60+ years fee
Students in receipt of an income-based benefit pay £20 per course per term.
You will need to bring proof of age and any benefits when you enrol.
You DO NOT have to pay a college registration fee for these courses, but you may have to pay for additional course materials.Materials costs:
£1 Headphones. £5 Key-disk (portable data storage)

When and Where

• 
  Day:
  TuesdayTime:
  9:30 - 12:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 20 April 2010
  
  Campus: Roehampton Centre
  
  Course Code: WCCP3/RD9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  WednesdayTime:
  18:30 - 21:00This course is:
  Part time evening
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 21 April 2010
  
  Campus: Roehampton Centre
  
  Course Code: WCCP3/RE9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £130Tuition Fees 60+:
  £91
  How to apply