Description:

This course is designed to present the skills and provide the hands-on experience required for digital image production and manipulation using the industry-standard Adobe Photoshop for both Macintosh and Windows OS users. Topics covered include: image correction, repair and adjustment; composite images; raster and vector graphics and type; print and screen graphical file formats; basic color management; layer, channel and mask manipulation; Web graphic preparation; editing 3D and motion-based content; image analysis; actions and other presets; and filters. In this course, students will complete several complex original Photoshop documents that demonstrate skills to effectively scan images, restore and repair photographs; correct image tone and color, optimize the quality of onscreen and printed materials and study the topics covered on the Adobe Photoshop certified expert exam in Adobe Photoshop (ACE). 3 credit hours lecture, discussion, demonstration per week.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $10 to $20.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Maximize the functionality of the Photoshop Interface.
2. Paint and retouch images using levels, curves, blending modes, patterns and gradients.
3. Create, edit and apply layer groups, layer comps, clipping groups, layer masks, layer styles, layer properties and Smart objects.
4. Create, save and load selections to modify isolated areas of an image.
5. Explain and describe the purpose of video preview and pixel aspect ratio correction.
6. Analyze image properties in order to use appropriate color modes, metadata, High Dynamic Range images, and 8-bit and 16-bit images.
7. Create and edit shape layers, type and paths using vector tools.
8. Choose and apply automated features such as actions and other scripted commands.
9. Select appropriate settings using the Reduce Noise, Smart Sharpen filters, and the Filter Gallery.
10. Viewing assets, apply metadata and keywords, access Camera RAW preferences using Bridge.
11. Adjust Camera RAW settings, the Digital Negative converter and DNG file format.
12. Prepare documents for print using appropriate methods and resolution settings.
13. Control the color management workflow process used in Photoshop including ICC profiles, Color Settings, Proof Setup settings, and the relationship between color gamut and rendering intents.
14. Prepare images for web output by choosing appropriate file formats, optimization settings, transparency, matted images, variables, slices, and linking.
15. Develop a professional digital image editing workflow.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. The Photoshop User Interface 
   A. Create and save workspaces. 
   B. View images in Adobe Bridge (Adobe’s file browser) and customize
various views. 
   C. Manage Presets and Preset libraries. 
   D. Customize menus and keyboard shortcuts.

II. Paint and Retouch 
   A. Paint an image by using the Brush Tool, Pencil Tool, and Eraser. 
   B. Retouch an image by using the Healing Brush, Patch Tool, Color
Replacement Tool, and Red Eye tool. 
   C. Adjust the tonal range of an image using levels and curves
adjustment layers.
   D. Adjust and control image effects using layer and tool blending
modes. 
   E. Create and use patterns and gradients.  
   F. Create and edit a custom brush.   

III. Layers 
   A. Create and arrange layers and groups. 
   B. Build images containing layer comps.  
   C. Create, manipulate and apply clipping groups and layer masks.  
   D. Design and save multiple layer styles and edit layer properties.  
   E. Create and use Smart objects. 

IV. Selections 
   A. Create and modify selections using multiple selection tools. 
   B. Save and load selections. 
   C. Create and modify a temporary mask by using the Quick mask command,
and the Channels palette. 

V. Video 
   A. Explain the purpose of Video Preview.  
   B. Describe the purpose of pixel aspect ratio correction.  

VI. Image File Analysis 
   A. Select the appropriate color mode for an image for Web, Video, or
Print output. 
   B. Add metadata for an image in Adobe Photoshop. 
   C. Explain the functionality provided by High Dynamic Range (HDR)
images and describe the workflow for HDR files.  
   D. Describe the advantages of working with 16-bit images versus 8-bit
images. 

VII. Vector Tools 
   A. Create shape layers and paths by using the Pen and Shape tools. 
   B. Explain the advantages of using vector drawing tools versus using
raster drawing tools. 
   C. Alter and edit the properties of type in an image. 
   D. Create and edit paths by using the Paths palette. 

VIII. Automation 
   A. Create and apply actions, batch commands and other automated
features. 
   B. Describe the difference between scripting and actions and when you
would use one over the other. 

IX. Filters 
   A. Apply the Reduce Noise filter, the Smart Sharpen filter. 
   B. Open, explore and utilize the functionality of the Filter Gallery. 

X. Bridge 
   A. View and edit image assets. 
   B. Apply metadata and keywords to assets in Adobe Bridge. 
   C. Set the appropriate options for Camera RAW preferences. 
   D. Apply Camera RAW Settings options. 

XI. Camera RAW 
   A. Adjust RAW format images using Camera RAW within Adobe Photoshop. 
   B. Convert images using the Digital Negative converter and define the
importance of the DNG format. 

XII. Print Preparation
   A. Choose a color management method in the Print with Preview dialog
box. 
   B. Print images using Print One Copy, Print Preview, and Print
commands.  
   C. Explain the differences between monitor, images, and device
resolution. 

XIII. Color Management 
   A. Create ICC profiles using the color management engine and color
numbers. 
   B. Describe the difference between assigning and converting to ICC
profiles. 
   C. Configure color settings by using the Color Settings dialog box. 
   D. Explain the purpose of and how to use the Proof Setup command. 
   E. Discuss the relationship between color gamut and rendering intents.


XIV. Web Preparation
   A. Choose optimization settings and appropriate file formats to prepare
images for the Web. 
   B. Create transparent and matted images by using the Save for Web
command. 
   C. Explain the purpose of and how to use Variables, when preparing
images for the Web. 
   D. Optimize images for the Web using Slices. 
   E. Create animated images in Photoshop. 

XV. Digital Image Editing Workflow  
   A. Capture a digitized image using a scanner or digital camera and
determine resolution for input and output needs.
   B. Crop and straighten an image.
   C. Remove tiny scratches, specks, dust or other small defects.
   D. Apply a color correction adjustment.
   E. Apply global image tonal and color adjustments to the entire image.
   F. Reduce or remove noise/grain.
   G. Apply local image tonal and color adjustments on isolated areas.   
   H. Apply retouching techniques.
   I. Add creative effects to a perfected adjusted image.
   J. Save a master file.
   K. Create output-specific files.   

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Examinations		 20% of grade
Projects/Assignments	 80% of grade
  Total      	           100%

Grade Criteria:
  A = 90 – 100%  	 
  B = 80 –  89%		
  C = 70 –  79%		
  D = 60 -  69%		
  F =   0 –  59%	

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.