COMM 2305 Editing and Layout

Course Information

Course Description

Working knowledge of editing for print media, from editing copy to making layout and designs for newspaper, magazine and yearbooks. Emphasis on the use of computer systems to include pagination, scanning, layout and design and typography for print and multimedia. Includes problems and responsibilities of news editing. May include serving as editors producing periodicals for publication. An introduction to magazines and yearbook production and computer programs used in print media.

Prerequisite(s)

COMM 1307 and ENGL 1302 with a grade of "C" or above

Assessment Levels

R3, E3, M1

CIP Code

09.0401.5106

Credits (SCH)

3

Lecture-Lab-SCH

(2-4-3)