DTP

Introduction to Desktop Publishing

1. 1. What is DTP?
   2. Importance and applications of DTP
   3. Overview of the publishing process

Basics of Computer and Operating Systems

1. 4. Computer fundamentals for DTP
   5. File management and organization
   6. Installing and managing DTP software

Typography and Fonts

1. 7. Understanding typefaces and fonts
   8. Font styles, sizes, and effects
   1. Line spacing, kerning, and alignment

Page Layout and Design Principles

1. 10. Elements of design (balance, contrast, alignment, repetition, proximity)
   11. Page setup (size, margins, columns, grids)

1. 50. Working with templates and master pages

Color Theory and Management

1. 1000. Basics of color models (RGB, CMYK)
   14. Choosing color schemes
   15. Using gradients and patterns

Working with Images and Graphics

1. 16. Importing and editing images
   17. Image formats (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, etc.)
   18. Cropping, resizing, and enhancing images
   19. Using clipart and vector graphics

DTP Software Training

1. 20. Introduction to popular DTP software (CorelDRAW, Adobe PageMaker, InDesign, QuarkXPress – ideas only)
   21. Creating and saving documents

1. 5. Using drawing and shape tools

1. 23. Layer management

Text Formatting and Styles

1. 10. Inserting and formatting text boxes

1. 25. Applying styles and effects
   26. Creating tables and lists

Creating Various Publications

1. 1. Designing brochures, flyers, posters, business cards, newsletters, magazines, and books
   28. Setting up multi-page documents
   55. Working with headers, footers, and page numbers

Printing and Exporting

1. 82. Print setup and preview
   109. Exporting files for print (PDF, EPS)
   136. Understanding print marks and bleeds

Project Work and Assignments

1. 163. Hands-on projects (designing sample publications)
   190. Real-life case studies and portfolio development

Soft Skills (Optional/Bonus)

1. 2. Communication with clients

1. 244. Understanding client briefs and feedback