Layout school training courses in Chicago, IL (public, in-house or online)

In this course, students are introduced to more advanced page layout and design concepts and techniques with specific instruction in electronic page layout. Projects require the students to create their own graphics and text or to utilize graphics and text imported from other applications programs in order to create original design solutions.

Study of graphic arts and printing techniques including desktop/electronic publishing, offset lithography, electronic pre-press, commercial art and design, duplicating services and finishing procedures; can lead to employment as an apprentice or intern graphic designer, desktop/electronic publisher or typesetter, electronic pre-press technician, camera, stripper, platemaker, press operator, bindery operator, estimator, production operator, sales and supervisory/management in commercial and print...

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Exams: Multiple Choice, open-book exam based on job tasks. A time limit is imposed. Exam requirements vary based on Level desired.
Work History: Provide sufficient appropriate work experience
Performance Verification: Supervisor verification of job task competency.
Recommendation: A personal recommendation is required at Levels III and IV.

When you complete this lesson you will be able to identify the basic hand tools required and hand work methods used to manufacture replacement or repair parts used in various types of equipment.

Describe tools and methods for work piece layout, bluing, measuring, scribing lines, and marking hole centers.
Describe tools and methods for hand cutting material with a hacksaw, including hacksaw parts description, blade types, cutting edge alloys, and tooth pitch.
Describe the different...

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This course teaches students the structure of an animated feature film while placing emphasis on the development of layout design, value, and structure. Perspective principles will also be covered. The goal of the course is to teach students the size and structure of an animation film production unit.