Terminology: PDF, archives, resolution, re-sample, format, extension, vector, bit-mapped.
Resources:
Illustrator: Visual Quickstart
Photoshop: Visual Quickstart
Performance Objectives: (Things you will be able to learn...) and Criteria: (This is how well it has to be done...)
Instructions: Select a score for each outcome below based on the following scale...
0= Clearly does not demonstrate competency.
1= Demonstrates basic understanding of competency.
2= Demonstrates clear understanding of competency.
3= Demonstrates competency with clarity, uniqueness and depth.
4= Demonstrates competency at a professional work level.
1. Capture an image on a digital camera that is...
a) in focus
b) shot in the appropriate resolution
c) recognizable to the viewer
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2. Select appropriate printer by...
a) choosing the correct printer for the assignment
b) proofing file on screen first
c) print only necessary copies keeping sustainability in mind
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3. Set-up document correctly by...
a) creating a new document
b) setting the page size to 8.5"x11", and setting the orientation to vertical
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4. Use ruler guides to align text and graphics
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5. Use appropriate tools, palettes, and menu commands to...
a) create basic shapes, strokes and fills
b) format text size and color
c) import images
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6. Crop a photographic image and save in the appropriate resolution by...
a) crop the image to match the rough layout
b) scale to layout size and re-sample to 150 ppi
c) crop photo in appropriate software
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7. Save photographic image in the appropriate file format by...
a) saving the file for use for in print production
b) saving the file in the correct file format with the correct extension (.tif)
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8. Save files to the "shared" folder by...
a) having document open and choosing save as...
b) naming the file appropriately and adding the correct file extension (.ai, .tif, .txt)
c) demonstrating this skill to your tech instructor
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9. Copy files to shared folder, server and to a storage device by...
a) selecting the icon of the file to be copied and dragging to the destination
b) demonstrating this skill to your tech instructor
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10. Find resources to solve technical problems by...
a) using the software help menus
b) textbooks
c) online resources
d) communicating with colleagues
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11. Maintain a positive attitude when computer problems arise by...
a) looking at problems as an opportunity to learn something new
b) not having sarcastic remarks
c) maintaining an awareness of appropriate / positive body language
d) eliminating self-defeating thoughts and language
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12. Choose the appropriate software to create graphic artwork by understanding the difference between vector and bit mapped images
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13. Print a black and white laser proof and write a PDF file
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14. Place all files in the correct folder
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15. Meet all deadlines by...
a) managing your time effectively
b) turning in all exercises or assignments complete and on time
