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Adobe CS3 Design - Three Day Essentials introduction training— Bespoke

This course is an introduction to the core essentials of the Adobe CS3 design applications of InDesign CS3, Photoshop CS3, Illustrator CS3 and Adobe Bridge over a 3 day session. The duration of this course will enable an all round grounding in the most important aspects of these 3 applications to your design workflow but will not allow a fully comprehensive introduction to all aspects of each application.

Adobe InDesign CS3 is the page layout application of choice for many users. It contains a host of advanced text, colour, print and layout features not found in any other application that can be applied to text and objects It also boasts an interface similar to Adobe’s other leading design applications and so is intuitive for users of these applications. In this three day course we cover all of the key features of InDesign CS3 you’ll need to create attractive, professional page layouts.

Adobe Photoshop CS3 is the standard image editing application used by the majority of design professionals throughout the world. During this three day course you will learn the basics of image manipulation and creation with this powerful tool. Learning how to create accurate selections to modfiy with Photoshop’s tools will form a key part of the training (including Quick Masks), as will understanding layers, using colour and transparency, and adjusting images to improve their quality/suitability for their intended publication.

Adobe Illustrator CS3 is the latest version of Adobe's industry standard vector-based illustrating tool and with the likely demise of Freehand it looks set to retain its crown for some time. It is used by graphic designers throughout the world to create a vast variety of different media including illustrations, package designs, leaflets & flyers, web graphics & animations, notice boards, billboards, and many other graphic objects. By the end of this three day course for beginners, you will have learnt about the key Adobe Illustrator CS3 features and tools that you need to begin designing attractive graphic designs and art work.

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Adobe CS3 Design - Three Day Essentials introduction training Outline

The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.

Managing the Adobe InDesign Environment
-Introduction to Adobe InDesign
-Customize Your Workspace
-Set General Preferences
-Manage Document Presets

Designing Documents
-Create a New Document
-Alter a Document's Layout
-Create the Structure of a Document
-Develop Master Pages
-Manage Text and Graphic Placement
-Develop Layers

Managing Text
-Add Text
-Edit Text
-Spell Check Text
-Thread Text
-Change Text Threads
-Format Characters
-Format Paragraphs
-Manage Styles

Utilizing Colours, Swatches, and Gradients
-Utilize Colour
-Utilize Swatches
-Apply Fills, Gradients, and Strokes

Managing Transparency
-Apply Transparency
-Apply Transparency Flattener Presets
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Utilizing Tables
-Create a Table
-Modify a Table
-Format a Table

Preparing for Handoff to a Service Provider
-Check Documents for Problems
-Print a Document
-Package Files
-Preview Output

Creating Acrobat PDF Files
-Prepare PDF Files for Web Distribution
-Manage PDF Presets
-Export PDF Files for Printing

Exploring Photoshop
-Explore the Adobe Photoshop Environment
-Customize the Adobe Photoshop Workspace with Presets
-Customize Menus
-Explore Adobe Bridge
-Work with Adobe Photoshop File Properties

Enhancing an Image
-Adjust the Tonal Range of an Image
-Use the Exposure Dialog Box
-Work with Filters

Painting and Retouching Images
-Paint an Object
-Retouch an Image
-Create a Gradient
-Create a Pattern
-Create a Vector Object
-Apply Metadata and Keywords
-Output to Print

Working with Layers and Selections
-Create and Use Layers
-Create and Use Smart Objects
-Create Layer Styles
-Work with Multiple Layers
-Create and Modify Selection

Creating Logos Using Simple Shapes
-Choose New Document Settings
-Create a Custom Workspace
-Draw Basic Shapes with the Shape Tools
-Draw Paths with the Pencil Tool

Enhancing Logos
-Format Objects
-Manipulate Objects
-Insert Type

Creating Logos Using Custom Paths
-Draw Paths with the Pen Tool
-Modify Existing Shapes to Create New Shapes
-Duplicate Objects
-Apply Graphic Styles

Creating a Logo with Type Special Effects
-Apply Gradients to Type
-Create Type on a Path
-Apply an Envelope to Type

Creating an Advertisement
-Import a Graphic
-Align Objects
-Apply Spot Colours
-Wrap Text
-Export a File

Manipulating Body Type
-Import Body Type
-Format Type with Styles
-Fix Spelling Errors
-Find and Replace Text
-Insert Typographic Characters

Managing Assets with Adobe Bridge
-Explore the Adobe Bridge Environment
-Apply Metadata and Keywords to Assets in Adobe Bridge

Related Adobe CS3 Design training courses — Scheduled

Below you'll find an up-to-date list of related scheduled Adobe CS3 Design training courses in London or throughout the UK offered by XChange Training. Just click on a link to view dates and course details for your desired location:

Adobe Creative Suite Design Introduction Masterclass
Adobe Illustrator CS3 Two Day Introduction
Adobe InDesign CS3 Two Day Introduction
Adobe Photoshop CS3 Introduction

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Advantages of learning Adobe CS3 Design with XChangeTraining

-Our Creative Suite 3 trainers are experienced print and design professionals with excellent knowledge off all aspects of print workflows from creating artwork to guaranteeing successful output.
-It's bespoke and solutions based: before you come to XChange Training we agree the course content with you based on your needs.
-We take the time to work specifically on any files you bring along to the course, ensuring that you see benefits to your workflow immediately.
-XChange training focuses on real tasks that reflect how the software is used in professional situations.
-On-site and off-site training is available for the whole UK.
-Free email support service for 3 months after course.
-We get consistently good feedback from our clients.
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Training Pricing

On-site course pricing
Prices include a set of course notes per trainee, 3 months telephone and/or e-mail support service after the course and all refreshments including a light lunch if held at the training centre.

For training courses outside of London a standard return train fare and/or taxi fare may be applicable.

Training centre pricing
Pricing for training at the Britton Street facility:
1 person £1149 for a 3 day course*
2 people £1349 for a 3 day course*
3 people £1549 for a 3 day course
4 people £1649 for a 3 day course
5 people £1749 for a 3 day course
6 people £1849 for a 3 day course
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* For courses held outside of London for less than 3 trainees, there is an additional charge of £75, plus a standard return train fare and/or taxi fare may be applicable.