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Computer Graphic Designer - Curriculum Outline
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Table of Contents
Page No
01. Introduction 02
02. Contribution for the Development and Revision of this Curriculum 03
03. Occupational outlook 07
04. Competency Profile 08
05. Programme structure 10
06. Module Numbers and Modules
M-01 Basics of Graphic Design (Basic Module) 11
M-02 Communication skills & interpersonal skills (Basic Module) 13
M-03 Graphic Software Fundamentals 14
M-04 Scan Images and Objects 16
M-05 Manipulate Images 18
M-06 Design Art Work 20
M-07 Output Process 22
M-08 Prepare Customize Graphic Elements 24
M-09 Install Software 26
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INTRODUCTION
This is the steering curriculum document prepared for conducting competency based
training.
This document takes someone through a quick walk over the contents of the training
programme.
The complete curriculum package of the competency based training programme
consists of two other documents, namely the “Trainer’s Guide” and the “Learner’s
Guide”
A page or two has been set off in this document to provide details of each module
constituting the programme.
Following details in respect of each module are included here.
Tasks included in the module.
Standards to be achieved in performing the same.
Related knowledge required to perform these tasks.
Tools, machinery equipment and learning and teaching aids required to complete
the module.
Target time for completion of the module.
Further, this document would provide an idea as to the number of training modules
prepared for this trade and whether it would be possible to conduct a CBT programme
in any given center.
Curriculum Development Division
University of Vocational Technology
No. 100, Kandawala Road, Rathmalana
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CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS CURRICULUM
Resource persons who provided occupational information
Mrs. IndraniPerera - National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority
Mr. Rohitha Silva - LioBernet Institute
Mr. Suneth Fernando - Government Press
Mr. PrasannaJayarathna - Government Press
Mr. VajiraBandara - State Printing Corporation
Mr. H.N. InokaDamith - State Printing Corporation
Mr. M. Abdul High Azar - SachAdrertising Institute
Mr. R.C. Herath - Iyrish Institute
Mr. ChamindaIndragith - Iyrish Institute
Mr. BandulaJinendrasinghe - The Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited
Mr. M.S. Nanayakkara - Skills Development Project
Mr. L. Ranathunga - National Institute of Technical Education Sri Lanka
Mr. SujeewaRandeniya - The Associated News Paper of Ceylon Limited
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Task Analysis Workshops
1. Conducting workshops
Mr. M.S. Nanayakkara
Consultant, Skills Development Project.
Mr. D.D.D. Suraweera National Institute of Technical Education - Sri
Lanka
2. Consultancy and direction for curriculum development
Mr. Carsten Huttemier International Consultant
Mr. M.S. Nanayakkara Consultant on Competency Based Training
Mr. D.D.D. Suraweera
Process specialist and coordinator of the National
Institute of Technical Education - Sri Lanka
(Skills Development Project)
3. Editing
Mr. Sujeewa Randeniya The Associated News Paper of Ceylon Limited
4. Pre-print editing
Mr. Gamini Amarasinghe National Consultant, Skills Development Project
5. Assistance in computing
Mrs. P.A.P. Manoharee
Skills Development Project
6. Overall Supervision
Mr. Gamini Bambaradeniya
Project Manager (Curriculum Development and
Staff Development) Skills Development Project)
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Validated by National Industrial and Training Advisory Committee
Members
Mr. Priyantha K Weerabahu Intel(pvt) Ltd
Mr. Lasantha Samaranayaka EAP Network (Pvt) Ltd
Mr. S.Senthilkumar Sri Lanka Telecom
Mr. D.Jayantha L.Perera Teletech Electronic Engineering Services
Mr. Tharaka Soysa Metropolitan Institute
Mr. Lalith Wasantha Sirasa TV
Mr. Kamal Edirisighe Lecturer, University of Vocational Technology
Facilitator
Mr. M. M. I. Samaranayaka Inspector
National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority
Coordinator
Mr. Milan Wickramasinghe National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority
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CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE REVISION OF THIS CURRICULUM
Resource Persons who provided occupational information
Mr.LalithWasantha - Executive Editor, MTV, Channel 1
Depanama, Pannipitiya
Mr.Niroshan Bandara - Graphic Designer, MTV, Channel 1
Depanama, Pannipitiya
Mr. R. B Nikapitiya - Visiting lecturer,University of Visual &
Performing Arts
Mr. TharakaSoysa - Manager, Metropolitan Institute,
Galle Road, Dehiwala
Mr. JeewanthaDevapriya - Animator cum Graphic Designer,
MTV Channel (PVT) Ltd
Workshop facilitator
Mr. U A S K Edirisinghe - Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
Workshop Coordinator
Mr. U A S K Edirisinghe - Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
Workshop Recorder
Mr. U A S K Edirisinghe - Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
Curriculum writer
Mr. U A S K Edirisinghe - Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
Consultancy and direction for Curriculum Development
Mr. D. D.Wijesinghe - Dean, Faculty of Industrial & Vocational
Technology
University of Vocational Technology
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OCCUPATIONAL OUT LOOK
Computers play a major role in our world today. They are used for various personal and
business functions and the computer literacy is considered as an essential skill for
today’s job market.
For this reason, computer-related jobs are quite prominent in the job market. There are
various positions available which somehow pertain to computers. One such occupation
is a Computer Graphic Designer.
Computer Graphic Designer is responsible to provide comprehensive graphic design,
production and support services; to create and produce a variety of original and
computer-generated graphics, creations including brochures, advertisements, posters,
logos, business cards, presentations, maps, and report covers for print and multi-media
applications.
The labour markets for Computer Graphic Designer have become truly international.
Today we can see many opportunities to climb the carrier ladder within the Computer
Graphic Designing field.
The scope for work and advancement in the field of Computer Graphic Designing is
hence bright and the situation in Sri Lanka is predicted to follow the same pattern. This
CBT curriculum would enable trainees to achieve international standards.
Computer Graphic Designer can find employment both within and outside the country,
or can start own business with a moderate investment.
Computer Graphic Designer needs to achieve occupational competencies pertaining to
following functions:
Operate graphic art equipment and software with skill and precision.
Create and prepare a wide variety of graphic art.
Produce planned production project schedules and budgets.
Conceptualize graphic art design and presentation.
Print and publish graphic productions.
Scan and develop graphic productions.
Understand, provide, and follow oral and written instructions.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Acquiring above competencies willhelp trainees to find employment as a, Desktop
Publisher, computer Graphic Designer, Web Graphic artist or Graphic Editor.
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COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGNER
COMPETENCY PROFILE
COMPETENCY AREA COMPETENCIES
A
A1.
Drawing lines
and curves
A2.
Drawing shapes
with effects
A3.
Use paint brush
A4.
Select areas
A5.
Fill effects &
colours
A6.
Apply menu bar
options
A7.
Erase an area
A8.
Select colour using
eyedropper tool
B
B1.
Set scanner
settings
B2.
Active scanner
software
B3.
Scan objects
B4.
Scan Text using
OCR option
C
C1.
Select
Appropriate
Application
C2.
Resample image
C3.
Scale image
C4.
Retouch image
C5.
Correct colour
levels
C6.
Super Impose
Images
C7.
Mask Image
C8.
Select Colour Mode
C9.
Crop the Image
C10.
Save to relevant
file format
D
D1.
Prepare rough
sketch
D2.
Collect the
materials
D3.
Import/place
images
D4.
Select Fonts
D5.
Format Text
D6.
Select
appropriate
colour format
D7.
Apply filters
D8.
Apply patterns
D9.
Apply blending
modes
D10.
Work with paths
D11.
Create artwork
D12.
Check the
artwork
D13.
Provide proof
D14.
export graphics for
relevant media
D15.
Save the
artwork
Apply Graphic
Software
Fundamentals
Scan Images &
Objects
Manipulate Images
Design Artwork
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E
E1.
Check final files
links
E2.
Check colours&
profiles
E3.
Convert text to
object
E4.
Save file as
required format
E5.
Collect related
materials for
output
E6.
Transfer files to
removable drive
E7.
Send the file to
Image setter or
Laser printer
E8.
Output via
communication
lines (FTP)
F
F1.
Creating ICC
monitor profile
F2.
Creating custom
RGB profile
F3.
Creating custom
CMYK profile
F4.
Creating custom
gray scale and
spot-colour
profiles
F5.
Setup printing
colour
management
G
G1.
Prepare storage
media
G2.
Partition hard
disk
G3.
Install
application &
utility software
G4.
Make final
checkup of
software
G5.
Configure
device drivers,
service packs,
Operating
System
patches
G6.
Install
application &
utility software
G7.
Make final
checkup of
software
Output Process
Install software
Prepare Customize
Graphic Elements
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
COMPETENCY AREA
MODULE NO.
MODULE TITLE COMPETENCIES
Time(hours)
Institutional Industrial
T P
Basic Module M-01 Basics of Graphic Design 20 30 30
Basic Module M-02 Communication skills &
interpersonal skills
10 10 18
A Graphic Software
Fundamentals
M-03 Graphic Software
Fundamentals
A-1 A-2 A -3 A-4 A-5 A -6 A -7
A-8
30 30 30
B Scan Images &
Objects
M-04 Scan Images & Objects B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4
10 10 18
C Manipulate Images M-05 Manipulate Images C-1 C-2 C -3 C-4 C-5 C -6 C -7
C-8 C-9 C-10
20 30 66
D Design Artwork M-06 Design Artwork D-1 D-2 D -3 D-4 D-5 D -6
D -7 D-8 D-9 D-10 D-11 D-12
D-13 D-14 D-15
20 30 72
E Output Process M-07 Output Process E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7
E-8
20 20 54
F Prepare Customize
Graphic Elements
M-08 Prepare Customize Graphic
Elements
F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5 10 20 30
G Install Software M-09 Install Software G-1 G-2 G-3 G-4 G-5 G-6 G-7 30 30 60
170
210
378
Total no. of hours
720
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Module Code : M-01
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Module Title : Basics of Graphic Design(Basic Module)
Performance Objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to explain the basics and various
aspects of Graphic Designing methods, simple
components, elements, technologies that are
commonly found in various Graphic creations and
principles of graphic design.
Content:
Artwork- Introduction to paper based drawing
Artwork vs. Computer based drawing.
Pixels- Introduction, Pixel depth, Pixel aspect ratio
Print & web Graphic Elements.-
Colour systems (RGB, CMYK etc.)
Raster Graphic elements
Vector graphic elements
Resolution (dots per inch)
Aspect ratio
Tools and Equipment used
Graphic elements-Lines, Mass, Shape, Texture, Typography
Colour basics and theory
Colour symbolism and choosing colour.
Colour calibration and colour values.
Principles of Graphic design-Balance, Proximity, Alignment,
Repetition, Contrast ,White balance
Gestalt principle.
Page layouts
Graphic Design rules and Guidelines
Brochures
Advertisements
Posters
Logos
Business cards
Presentations
Maps - Introduction to directions of maps
Report covers
General working conditions
Intellectual property rights –Copyright, Design rights, Patent
rights
Fundamentals Of entrepreneurship
Planning & scheduling work
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Prerequisites:
Basic mathematics / English / Physical fitness for the work
Tools, Equipment & Teaching Learning Materials Required:
Class room teaching facilities (Multimedia Projector, Flip charts, stationeries, White
board, Video films, and Handouts) Reference books, models, and laptop/computer
Target Time: Institutional
Theory 20hrs
Practical 30hrs
Industrial 30Hrs
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Module Code : M-02
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Module Title : Communication skills & interpersonal skills
(Basic Module)
Performance Objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to;
Communicate effectively.
Check the E-mail
Use Telephone, Fax machine
o Delight the customers
Deal with customers
Handle customer complaint
Content:
Definition of communication and the importance of effectiveness.
Verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, for example:
- Ask relevant and appropriate questions.
- Provide explanations.
- Use listening skills.
- Provide information clearly.
- Engage and motivate the customer.
Identify customer needs and wants
Serve the customer
Body language theory, signals and meanings.
Barriers of communication.
Listening & responding in an ethical manner.
Build up good public relationship with customers, work team and
rest of the staff members.
Techniques for building good rapport.
Negotiating skills.
Ability to win customer confidence.
Handle customer complaint
Use telephone and fax machine.
Internet & E-mail
Prerequisites: Completion of Module 01
Tools, Equipment & Teaching Learning Materials Required:
Class room facilities (pen, pencils, paper sheets, erasers, wall charts, hand out,
transparencies, white board) video, multimedia projector, computer, reference books of
communication, relevant formats, Internet & Email facilities)
Target Time: Institutional
Theory 10 hrs
Practical 10 hrs
Industrial 18 hrs
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Module Code : M-03
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Graphic Software Fundamentals
Module Title : Graphic Software Fundamentals
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to identify suitable Software
packages, tools and techniques for graphic editing
according to the requirement and use basic graphic
tools.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
A-01 Drawing lines and curves According to assigneddimension
and thickness.
A-02 Drawing shapes with effects According to assigned dimension
and effect.
A-03 Use paint brush According to assigned thickness
and mode.
A-04 Select areas According to assigned effect and
colour.
A-05 Fill effects and colours
According to assigned dimension.
A-06 Apply menu bar options According to assigned option.
A-07 Erase an area According to assigned area.
A-08 Select colour using eyedropper tool According to assigned area.
Related knowledge for the module:
Word processor software
Page layout, page setup
paper sizes
Orientation
Foreground and Backgrounds setting
Raster graphic applications
Vector graphic applications
Electronic or web publishing applications
Basics of compression theory & file formats
File formats & sizes- (Bitmap, JPEG,TIFF ,GIF,PNG,PDF,PS ,PCX ,WMF,PICT)
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Graphic software tools
Introduction to Photoshop/coral photo paint
Introduction to Illustrator/ coral draw
Introduction to In-design/Free hand
Image manipulating tools (Standard toolbars, Move tool,Text tools, Work area,
Pallets, Rulers, Selection tools, Zoom tools, Eraser tools, Basic graphics tools,
Drawing boxes, lines, polygons)
Manipulating imported graphics
Symbols representing Pencil, Pen, Rectangles, Circles, Straight or curving lines
Crop
Clipping
Colour modes
Colour pickers
Paint brushers
Eyedropper tool
Variations and Layers
Customize user interface & system preferences
Prerequisite: Skill in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful
completion of Module CGD/M-01.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Equipment & Materials Teaching and Learning
Material
Multimedia projector
Computer with graphic software
Samples
Training CD
Handouts
Stationary
Models
Target time:Institutional
Theory - 30Hrs
Practical - 30Hrs
Industrial - 30 Hrs
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Module Code : M-04
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Scan Images and Objects
Module Title : Scan Images and Objects
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to Scan Graphic or photograph in
to the computer using a scanner.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
B-01 Calculate Size and
resolution.
According to the required size and optimum
resolution.
B-02 Activate scanner software The scanner software should be activated.
B-03 Scan Graphic or
photograph
Scanned image should have required mode,
colour, file format; resolution and required
area should be saved.
B-04
Scan Text using OCR
option.
Scanned texts are in editable format.
Related knowledge for the module:
Principles of “Scanner”, Parts of scanner
Scanner models
Scanning techniques
Resolutions
Scanner software options
Colour modes
File formats
File sizes
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Halftone, Lines per inch (LPI)
Dots per inch (dpi) and pixels per inch (ppi)
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Prerequisite: Skilled in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful
completion of Module CGD/M-01, CGD/M-02.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring Instruments Equipment &Materials Teaching and
Learning Material
Ruler
Multimedia projector
Computer with graphic
software
Scanner
Stationery
Operating & user
manuals
Training CD
Handouts
Models
Target time: Institutional
Theory -10 Hrs
Practical -10 Hrs
Industrial -18Hrs
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Module Code : M-05
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Manipulate Images
Module Title : Manipulate Images
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to apply theoretical and practical
knowledge gained in manipulating images.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
C-01 Select Appropriate
Application
Appropriate package should be opened.
C-02 Re-Sample Image
Selected graphic file to display on the Working
area with required format.
Resolution must suit the required grey level with
required size
C-03 Scale Image
Clear detailed image of required scale.
C-04 Retouch Image
Enhanced image can be seen accordingly.
C-05 Correct Colour
Colours and the appearance of the final product
must be in required format.
C-06 Superimpose Images
Multiple images should have to be in one file in
different layers according to the required
arrangement.
C-07 Mask Image
Required area of image should be masked with
required colour.
C-08 Select colour mode
Selected colour mode should be applied to the
image.
C-09 Crop the Image
Required area of the image should remain on
working area.
C-10 Save to relevant file
format
Format selected as specified.
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Related knowledge for the module:
Image enhancement methods
Noise removal techniques
Histogram, Blur effect
Neighborhood Averaging
Filtering
Median filtering
Distorting
Sharpening
Feathers
Anti alias
File formats and sizes (Bitmap,JPEG,TIFF, GIF, PNG, PDF, PS, PCX, WMF, PICT
format etc.)
Layer properties
History grouping and merging
Image resolutions
Visual Designing concepts
Prerequisite:
Skilled in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful completion of
previous Modules.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring
Instruments
Equipment
&Materials
Teaching and Learning
Material
Ruler
Multimedia projector
Computer with graphic software
Scanner
Stationery
Operating & user manuals
Training CD
Handouts
Models
Target time: Institutional
Theory - 20Hrs
Practical - 30Hrs
Industrial - 66Hrs
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Module Code : M-06
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Design Art Work
Module Title : Design Art Work
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to creatively design graphical
artworks according to the requirements.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
D-01 Prepare Rough Sketch
Sketch to be created according to the
requirements.
D-02 Collect the materials
All the required material needed for artwork
should be collected.
D-03 Import / Place Images
Selected software should be activated.
Relevant image should be imported and placed
in artwork
D-04 Select Fonts Required Font should be used.
D-05 Format Text
Text should be formatted according to the
requirement with readability.
D-06 Select appropriate
colour format Appropriate colour format should be set.
D-07 Apply filters Enhanced Image/Object should be displayed
D-08 Apply patterns Selected pattern should be applied.
D-09 Apply blending modes Selected blending mode should be applied.
D-10 Work with paths Required path should be created using required
tool.
D-11 Create artwork Artwork done according to the requirements.
D-12
Check the artwork Artwork should be created with readable,
smooth colours and sharp images.
D-13
Provide proof Quality printout or digital files should be given,
as required.
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D-14
Export graphics for
relevant media
An image for the web with HTML codes should
be created according to selected options which
can be accessed as a web page.
D-15
Save the art work
File should be saved in required format. File
can be accessed.
Related knowledge for the module:
Visual Designing concepts
Colour wheel
Typography
Printing materials
Paper sizes
Filtering techniques
Patterns
graphic Import /export mechanism
Web graphics
File size reducing and compressing techniques
Sketching (paper based drawing)
Prerequisite:
Skilled in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful completion of
previous Modules.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring
Instruments Equipment&Materials
Teaching and Learning
Material
Ruler
Multimedia projector
Computer with graphic software
Scanner
Stationery
Operating & user manuals
Training CD
Handouts
Models
Target time: Institutional
Theory - 20 Hrs
Practical - 30 Hrs
Industrial - 72Hrs
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Module Code : M-07
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Output Process
Module Title : Output Process
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able create outputs of developed
graphic artwork according to required format.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
E-01 Check final file links All necessary files are linked accordingly and
should be indicated as linked file.
E-02 Check colourprofiles Vector & raster must be achieved to required
specification of colour&colour profile.
E-03 Convert Text to object All text should be converted to objects (Graphic
objects).
E-04 Save File As required
format
File can be accessed and saved according to
given format.
E-05 Collect related materials
for output All used fonts should be in the font’s folder.
E-06 Transfer Files to
removable drive
All final files created and folders involved in the
artwork should be in new removable disk.
E-07 Send the File to image
setter or laser printer
Required print out will be observed from the
output paper or film.
E-08 Output via
communication Lines
File should reach the destination accordingly.
Related knowledge for the module:
File linking
Printing methods
Handling printers (Laser, Dot-matrix & Bubble jet )
Colour printer calibration
Printer settings
Font files
Image setters
Data transferring via networks
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Internet connections
URLand FTP
CD/DVD-writing
Prerequisite:
Skilled in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful completion of
previous Modules.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring
Instruments Equipment &Materials
Teaching and
Learning Material
Ruler
Multimedia projector
Computer with internet &graphic software
scanner with software
Image setter
Colour laser printer
Different type of storage media
Stationary
Operating & user manuals
Training CD/DVD
Handouts
Models
Target time: Institutional
Theory - 20 Hrs
Practical - 20 Hrs
Industrial - 54Hrs
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Module Code : M-08
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Prepare Customized Graphic Elements
Module Title : Prepare Customized Graphic Elements
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to create customized & reusable
graphic elements and calibrate equipment according
to the needs.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
F-01 Creating ICC monitor
profile ICC monitor profile should be created and saved
F-02 Creating custom RGB
profile
RGB colour profile should be created and saved
accordingly
F-03 Creating custom CMYK
profile.
CMYK colour profile should be created and saved
accordingly
F-04 Creating custom
grayscale and spot-
colour profiles
Grayscalecolour profile should be created and
saved accordingly.
F-05 Setup printing colour
management
Colours of Printed document should be same as
display
Related knowledge for the module:
Quality attributes of Images
ICC profiles
Monitor calibration (Gamma, Phosphor, White point, Brightness & contrast)
Guidelines to create ICC profiles
Guidelines to create colour profiles
Colour profile attributes
Printer colour management
Printer calibration and printer setting attributes
Prerequisite:
Skilled in computer office packages are prerequisite, Successful completion of
previous Modules.
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Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring
Instruments Equipment & Materials
Teaching and
Learning Material
Ruler
Multimedia projector
Computer with graphic
software
Multimedia monitor
scanner with software
Image setter
Colour laser printer
Stationery
Operating & user
manuals
Training CD
Handouts
Models
Target time: Institutional
Theory - 10 Hrs
Practical - 20 Hrs
Industrial - 30 Hrs
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Module Code : M-09
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Occupation : Computer Graphic Designer
Competency area : Install Software
Module Title : Install Software
Performance objective : After successful completion of this module the
trainee will be able to format storage media;
Install and configure System and application
software.
Tasks to be performed :
Task
No. Task Standards
G-01 Prepare storage media Installation media device and storage media
should be identified.
G-02 Partition hard disk Allocate partitions according to the required size
and type.
G-03 Format Hard disk Created partitions should be ready for use after
formatting.
G-04 Install Operating System Machine should be started (boot) from installed
O/S.
G-05 Configure device drivers,
service packs, Operating
System patches
Latest compatible version of device drivers and
OS patches should be installed & configured.
G-06 Install application & utility
software Able to use installed application.
G-07
Make final checkup of
software
All system software & applications are installed
and in working condition.
Related knowledge for the module:
Overview of Software
Major categories of software (System software, Applications software)
Most important piece of system software
Some operating system functions
Controls basic input and output
Allocate system resources
Manage storage space
Maintain security includingAnti-virus precautionary measures
Detect equipment failures
Different operating systems (Microsoft windows, MAC OS, UNIX, Apple,
Linux etc..)
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Additional system software (Device drivers, Programming Language
compilers, backups)
RequiredApplicationsoftware (Productivity,Education and reference, Entertainment ,Word processing,Spreadsheet, Database management,
Business, etc
Multimedia(Hypertext and Hypermedia)
Installing an Operating System (OS)
Hard disk formatting and partitioning
Common Problems of OS installation
Selecting a suitable display
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of previous Modules.
Materials, Tools & Equipment Required:
Measuring
Instruments Equipment &Materials
Teaching and
Learning Material
Multimedia projector
Computer
OS software
Device drivers & other required
application software
storage devices (CD/DVD/External HD etc..
Stationery
Handouts
Manuals
Internet
Target time: Institutional
Theory - 30Hrs
Practical - 30Hrs
Industrial - 60 Hrs
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