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College:
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College SA
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Course:
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Adobe Certified Associate - Adobe Visual Communication Studies using Photoshop
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School:
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Computer School
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Programme Type:
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College SA International Programme
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Partner Institute:
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Not applicable
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Award Type:
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International Certification
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Award Issued by:
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Adobe
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Accredited by
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International Accreditation
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SAQA ID
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Not Applicable
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NQF Level
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Not Applicable
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Course Duration:
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3 – 6 months
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Entrance Criteria:
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Access to a computer and the Photoshop software
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Fees:
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Click Here to request the Course Fee
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What is Adobe Certified Associate - Adobe Visual Communication Studies?
Adobe Photoshop is a graphics editing program developed and published by Adobe.
Adobe's 2003 "Creative Suite" rebranding led to Adobe Photoshop 8's renaming to Adobe Photoshop CS. Thus, Adobe Photoshop CS5 is the 12th major release of Adobe Photoshop. The CS rebranding also resulted in Adobe offering numerous software packages containing multiple Adobe programs for a reduced price. Adobe Photoshop is released in two editions: Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Photoshop Extended, with the Extended having extra 3D image creation, motion graphics editing, and advanced image analysis features. Adobe Photoshop Extended is included in all of Adobe's Creative Suite offerings except Design Standard, which includes the Adobe Photoshop edition.
Alongside Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Extended, Adobe also publishes Adobe Photoshop Elements and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, collectively called "The Adobe Photoshop Family" by Adobe. In 2008, Adobe released Adobe Photoshop Express, a free web-based image editing tool to edit photos directly on blogs and social networking sites.
Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for visual communication.
The following skills will be assessed on the Visual Communication using Adobe® Photoshop® CS5 exam:
Course Structure Summary
Adobe Certified Associate – Visual Communication Studies consists of the following modules:
- College SA Orientation Guide
- Setting Project Requirements
1.1 Identify the purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing image(s).
1.2 Demonstrate knowledge of standard copyright rules for images and image use.
1.3 Demonstrate knowledge of project management tasks and responsibilities.
1.4 Communicate with others (such as peers and clients) about design plans.
- Identifying Design Elements When Preparing Images
2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of image resolution, image size, and image file format for web, video, and print.
2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of design principles, elements, and image composition.
2.3 Demonstrate knowledge of typography.
2.4 Demonstrate knowledge of colour correction using Photoshop CS5.
2.5 Demonstrate knowledge of image-generating devices, their resulting image types, and how to access resulting images in Photoshop.
2.6 Understand key terminology of digital images.
- Understanding Adobe Photoshop CS5
3.1 Identify elements of the Photoshop CS5 user interface and demonstrate knowledge of their functions.
3.2 Demonstrate knowledge of layers and masks.
3.3 Demonstrate knowledge of importing, exporting, organising, and saving.
3.4 Demonstrate knowledge of producing and re-using images.
3.5 Demonstrate an understanding of and select the appropriate features and options required to implement a colour management workflow.
- Manipulating Images using Adobe Photoshop CS5
4.1 Demonstrate knowledge of working with selections and measurement.
4.2 Use Photoshop CS5 guides and rulers.
4.3 Transform images.
4.4 Adjust or correct the tonal range, colour, or distortions of an image.
4.5 Demonstrate knowledge of retouching and blending images.
4.6 Demonstrate knowledge of drawing and painting.
4.7 Demonstrate knowledge of type.
4.8 Demonstrate knowledge of filters.
- Publishing Digital Images using Adobe Photoshop CS5
5.1 Demonstrate knowledge of preparing images for web, print, and video
Assessment and Award
You will be assessed on this course by submitting various assignments to the College. Once you have successfully completed the assignments for this course, you will be required to register at any Certiport exam centre an independent third party testing centre. Please note that the exams fees are not covered with the course fees.
Preparation for exam
Certification exams are computer-delivered, clock-book tests consisting of 30-50 multiple choice questions. Each exam takes 50 minutes to complete, and results are given to you at the testing centre immediately after you finish. You can log on to www.certiport.com to register for an exam.
Why should I study Adobe Certified Associate - Adobe Visual Communication Studies?
Give yourself a promotion. Become Adobe Certified.
It can be difficult to get ahead in today's market. To stand out and be noticed, more than ever, you need a clear and focused way to tell the world about your expertise. The solution? Become Adobe Certified. Adobe certification is an industry standard of excellence, and it's the absolute best way to communicate your proficiency in leading products from Adobe.
An Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) is an entry-level certification aimed at validating communication skills using a particular digital medium – in this case Adobe Photoshop. An individual with the ACA is armed with a the credentials to get a internship, a first job out of school, or credit for college-level programs in design, web or rich media.
As an individual, an Adobe Certified Associate credential allows you to:
- Differentiate yourself from competitors
- Get your résumé noticed
- Attract and win new business opportunities
- Gain recognition from your employer
- Leverage the power of the Adobe brand
Is Adobe Certified Associate - Adobe Visual Communication studies the right course for you?
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