DDP 103 - Publication Design & Production

    Recent Professors
    Roxanne D. Brazell, Rebecca L. Soltes
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    25–30 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of DDP 103
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This hands-on course focuses on the principles of graphic design to create multi-page solutions using industry standard software. Students learn to integrate typography, photography and graphics into projects that explore the technical and aesthetic nature of digital publication design through print and electronic publication (EPUB). Advanced typographic controls and production specifications, multi-page document management, output solutions including print, Extensible Markup Language (XML) capabilities and the creation of interactive documents for online distribution are also discussed. The creation of portfolio level work is stressed throughout the course. Verbal and visual presentation skills are emphasized to communicate with future clients. Critiques focus on appropriate solutions, visual interest and craftsmanship. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Thu 6:00pm–8:05pm