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Desktop Publishing

Lifelong Learning
5N0785

5N0785 Desktop Publishing

In this classroom-based module, learners will gain the ability to produce a range of documents that contain both text and graphic image, from design briefing to printing. This will be done using a Desktop Publishing (DTP) system.

Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15

Duration

Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.

All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.

Entry Requirements

Is this course for you?
This course is suitable for you if you are new to your role in management or supervisory management or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.

To commence this course, ideally you will have achieved Junior / Leaving Certificate standard or appropriate FETAC/QQI Qualification or equivalent. Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. Where deemed appropriate you may have to complete an English Language Proficiency Test.

The Course Advisor is available to meet with you to discuss and advise you on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Careers / Further progression

What are my progression routes?
This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Business.

Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.

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Further information

For future start dates please contact the Provider.

€295.

How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.

Through this programme you will discover how to:
Distinguish between desktop publishing and other forms of document production with reference to purpose, development process, and specialised DTP roles

Describe the characteristics of key components of DTP systems including those used for input, storage, protection, processing, output, and transmission of images and data

Outline the essential considerations for handling text and graphics in DTP documents including size, resolution, format, placement, orientation and colour, in the context of a range of page layouts

Describe the legal implications associated with use and protection of published material including licencing and copyright

Generate graphic content using a DTP application to create, import, capture and manipulate images and drawings

Set up a document for publication or printing specifying all required layout characteristics such as page, text, frame and table setup

Create a range of possible designs to meet a given brief with due consideration for production cost, presentation format and environment, and print materials

Fulfill the requirements of a client brief completing all stages in the publication process including requirements analysis and definition, solution design, planning, production, finishing, printing and publication

Analyse existing documents making appropriate recommendations for improvement.

The course 5N0785 Desktop Publishing is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;

Collection of Work 70%
Examination 30%.

Collection of Work 70%;
A collection of work is a collection and/or selection of pieces of work produced by you over the duration of the course that demonstrates your mastery of the skills. You will use guidelines provided by your tutor on the first session of your course. You will be required to compile a collection of your own work. The collection of work will demonstrate evidence of a range of the specific learning outcomes and or skills associated with this course.

Examination 30%;
An examination will assess your ability to recall and apply skills, knowledge and understanding within a set period of time (time constrained) and under examination conditions. This will be a written examination of 2 hours duration.

Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%

5N0785 Desktop Publishing

What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 5N0785 Desktop Publishing.

QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will recieve on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award.

This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5N0785 Desktop Publishing . This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie

Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15