BASIC DESKTOP PUBLISHING

Description. This course introduces an overview of the features of Pagemaker as a powerful Windows-based desktop publishing software. Hands-on exercises will be used to maximize learning. Each participant will be provided with a PC workstation during the whole duration of the training.

Objective. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to acquire working knowledge and skills in creating brochures, fliers, business advertisements, and many other functional documents using Pagemaker.

Pre-requisites. Participants must have a working knowledge of Windows environment. It is also expected that participants have basic keyboard and mouse operation skills.

Who should attend. This course is intended for anyone who wants to have a basic knowledge and skills in desktop publishing. This course will suit people who are confident in their use of a PC.

Outline
DAY I
Desktop Publishing Concepts
Pagemaker Basics
   · The Pagemaker Workspace, toolbox, palettes, menus
   · Controlling a Window
Document Setup Dialog Box
Text Tool
   · Typing and Editing Text
   · Changing Font and Font Size
   · Coloring Text Drawing
   · Drawing & coloring lines and shapes
Ruler Guides
Placing Graphics
Exercise 1: Creating a Letterhead
Changing Number of Columns
Placing Text
Threading Text Blocks
Text Wrap
Exercise 2: Creating a Resume
Using the Control Palette
Arrangement of Objects
Exercise 3: Creating a Flier

DAY II
Master Pages
Using Style Sheets
Drop Cap
Exercise 4: Creating a Brochure
Adding Page Numbers
Adding Jump Lines
Balancing Columns
Exercise 5: Creating a Newsletter
Continuation of Exercise

Duration: 16 hours