Chancellor's Certificate in Electronic Art and Publishing

Overview
Since Gutenberg first perfected movable type in the 15th century, the basic tools and techniques of graphic arts and publishing evolved slowly over the centuries. In the 1980s, however, the introduction of postscript printers, teamed with personal computers and new art and layout software applications, revolutionized the industry. Today, publishing professionals are expected to combine skills in a variety of software applications with traditional design and publishing knowledge. This certificate is for illustrators, designers, art directors, editors, desktop publishers, and others responsible for producing layout and artwork ready to be distributed through a conventional printing process or electronically via the Web.

You'll learn

• Practical skills in the three major areas of publication production: desktop publishing, graphics, and image editing.
• How to use the desktop publishing and graphics packages required by area employers.
• How to bring your knowledge of traditional design methods into the world of computer technology.

Prerequisites
You should be proficient with the Windows or Macintosh operating system. You are required to complete any prerequisites listed for certificate classes. (These classes will not count toward the required 48 hours.) Be sure to check the course descriptions for specific prerequisites.

Certificate Class Requirements
A minimum of 48 hours is required – 12 hours from each of three categories (Desktop Publishing, Image Editing, and Graphics) and 12 additional elective hours chosen from the list below.

Special note:
You can earn the Chancellor's Certificate in Digital Graphics by taking just 30 hours more after you've earned the Electronic Art & Publishing Certificate! Find out more by reading Digital Graphics certificate description.

Certificate Requirements
Complete the application form and return it with your $25 nonrefundable fee. All classes must be completed through the UM-St. Louis Microcomputer Program within two years of submitting the application. (Note: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis; submitting the application and paying the fee doesn’t guarantee a seat in any class.)