Engineering Technology Department College of Business &
Technology Western Illinois University
Knoblauch 135
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455-1390
Graphic Communications 217-1: Electronic Desktop Publishing.
Spring 2015
Meets at 8:00-9:50 AM on Monday and Wednesday.
The class meets in Knoblauch Hall, Room 34B.
3 semester hours
Catalogue Description:
GCOM 217 - Electronic Desktop Publishing. A study of terms, programs, and equipment used in electronic
desktop publishing. An introduction and exposure to a variety of electronic desktop publishing programs and
tools. Emphasis is on design, layout, and execution of techniques used in publishing. 2 hours.lecture; 2 hrs.lab.
Course Objectives:
After successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
• Discuss a variety of desktop publishing technologies and how those technologies interact and impact society.
• Analyze digital technology products and how to produce projects with an emphasis on preparation for
publication.
• List and explain the available desktop publishing technologies and terms and their uses and meanings.
• Compare and contrast digital and analog print preparation technologies giving advantages and disadvantages of
each.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge required use and discuss desktop publishing technologies.
• Identify careers available in desktop publishing and pre-press.
• Effectively work independently and in groups as required.
Instructor Information:
Joyce A. Runquist
Knoblauch Hall B33
Office/Voicemail: 298-1860
Online Course Content: http://westernonline.wiu.edu/
E-mail: Ja-Runquist@wiu.edu
Office Hours: Tuesday 10-12 AM & 2-3 PM, Wednesday 12-1 PM, and Thursday at 10-11 AM - other times by
appointment.
8:00
9:00
10:00
11:00
12:00
1:00
2:00
3:00
Monday
GCOM 217 -­‐ 1
GCOM 217 -­‐ 1
GCOM 312 -­‐ 1
GCOM 312 -­‐ 1
Tuesday
GCOM 318 -­‐ 1
GCOM 318 -­‐ 1
Office Hour
GCOM 211-­‐ 1
GCOM 211-­‐ 1
Office Hour
Required Text:
ADOBE INDESIGN CS6 REVEALED-W/CDS
by Rydberg (Author)
CENGAGE – Publisher - 2013
ISBN – 9781133693284
Wednesday
GCOM 217 -­‐ 1
GCOM 217 -­‐ 1
GCOM 312 -­‐ 1
GCOM 312 -­‐ 1
Office Hour
UNIV 100-­‐4
Thursday
GCOM 318 -­‐ 1
GCOM 318 -­‐ 1
Office Hour
GCOM 211-­‐ 1
GCOM 211-­‐ 1
Friday
Class Web site:
http://westernonline.wiu.edu/ Special Course Costs:
Students of this course are required to pay a special course charge of $25 for each lab-related course in the Engineering
Technology Department. This money is used to support the consumable items used during the course. Payment of the
course cost is a required portion of the class and must be paid after the second week of the semester but prior to your final
exam. If you fail to pay your course cost, you will receive a grade of "I" for the course until the lab fee is paid or the
university automatically changes the grade from "I" to "F" according to the University Policy. If the grade is changed to
an "F", the grade will remain an F on your permanent transcript, regardless of payment. Payments can be made to the
Engineering Technology department office (Knoblauch Hall 135) any time after the beginning of the third week of
classes. It is recommended that students’ pay by check made out to "WIU". Likewise, the student should expect a receipt
to serve as proof of payment. If you have questions or concerns, please direct them to the staff in Knoblauch Hall 135 or
call 309/298-1091.
Required Technologies:
Students must furnish their own thumb (flash) drives or cloud space to record their files. Students also are responsible
for keeping their own back-ups. Files left on the server or lab computers are at student’s own risk – they can be
deleted or damaged by others, so make sure to take a copy with you.
Computers & Software:
Students must have access to computers and the Internet. Students should have access to a Macintosh or Windows
compatible and the appropriate software. There are University operated, fee supported laboratories in Library (Digital
Commons Area – check out laptop), Horrabin Hall, and in most of the dormitories. Graphic Communication labs may
be used during open lab times, http://wiu.edu/users/mucad11/LabHours-­‐Sp15.png
Students must have access to Adobe Creative Suite CS6 and QuarkXPress. If using a newer version of the software
then what is provided in the lab, make sure to down save the file.
Supplies:
The majority of supplies are furnished by the university. The student is responsible for the purchase of a
notebook, and a portable storage device (USB thumbdrive) of cloud space.
The notebook you have for this class will be used to store assignments and projects.
You will also be responsible for buying your textbook (where you buy it is up to you). E-mail:
The main mode of communication outside of the classroom will be through WIU's email system.
Students should expect to check their Zimbra email with frequency about course related items.
If you request an appointment with the instructor, utilize Zimbra's appointment feature to request a mutually
agreeable time. The instructors will accept/decline to provide notice that the time will/won't work.
Rules for Giving an Incomplete:
WIU policy – A temporary symbol of I (Incomplete) for a course may be given only when a student, due to
circumstances beyond his or her control, has been unable to complete the course requirements within the official limits of
the term. The circumstances must be documented to the instructor’s satisfaction.
Last Day to Drop Course:
April 5th, 2015 Last day to drop regular 16-week course and receive "W" grade.
Attendance/Participation:
It is the policy of the university that students attend classes at all times except when unable due to illness or emergency.
The instructor is under no obligation to the student to aid in makeup for unexcused absences. Arriving late and leaving
early is not recommended. Attendance and participation will be taken every class period and combined will account for
10% of the student’s final grade.
5 points will be given each day for attendance/participation:
1-point deduction will be giving for being disruptive to the classroom
2-point deduction will be giving for being on cellphone
3-point deduction will be giving for being on social media
5-point deduction will be giving for falling asleep
Coming to class tardy (late) three times counts as one absence. Perfect attendance allows for a student to drop their
lowest homework score at the end of the semester. I allow for two excused absence a semester, but I have to be notified
by the OARS System (SEE LINK BELOW) that you will be missing before class time, other wise you will be counted
absent.
WIU has developed a new absence reporting system that students may use to report absences from classes. The
following is a link to that resource: https://www.wiu.edu/OARS/; if you will be missing class, please use this form.
Department of Engineering Technology Goals for Student Learning: Engineering Technology (Construction
Management, Graphic Communication, Manufacturing Engineering Technology) is a field of study designed to
provide students educational programs that
allow them to communicate effectively, design and apply technical solutions, use technology effectively, and respond to
project management tasks in an environment with continually changing and sophisticated technology in an increasingly
competitive global marketplace.
By graduation, Engineering Technology students should be able to:
1. Think critically and creatively;
2. Understand the theoretical principles of the profession;
3. Understand and apply relevant technology in the solution of technical problems;
4. Organize, manage, and maintain projects;
5. Develop an appreciation for ethical and professional practices;
6. Develop and refine oral, written, and visual communication skills;
7. Demonstrate an overall competency in the program objectives.
WIU Graphic Communication Program Competencies: By graduation, Graphic Communication students should be
able to:
1. Develop an in-depth knowledge of the characteristics of graphic design in printing and online publishing
processes;
2. Demonstrate competency in the operation and maintenance of computer hardware, software and
printing/publishing equipment;
3. Apply resource and project management principles used in the graphic communication industry;
4. Demonstrate competency in oral, written, and graphic communication;
5. Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills necessary to compete in industry;
*This course will address all of the program competencies listed above.*
Course Outline:
Weeks 1-2: Introduction & Design Overview
Weeks 3-16: Design Processes, typography, and learning Adobe InDesign CS6
Midterm: Week 7
Final Exam: Monday, May 11th, 2015, at 8:00 AM. Any exceptions to the final exam schedule must be approved
by department chair and the Dean of the College of Business and Technology in writing including student’s name,
ID# and signatures.
Grading Information:
Tests and quizzes account for 30% of the total grade. Regular assignments, class presentations, and abstracts account for
60% of the total grade. Class participation and attendance accounts for 10% of the total grade. Grades will be emailed
throughout the semester using Zimbra (Western’s Email).
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DF
93% and above
90 – 92.9% of maximum possible points
87-89.9%
83-86.9%
80 – 82.9% of maximum possible points
77-79.9%
73-76.9%
70 – 72.9% of maximum possible points
67-69.9%
63-66.9%
60 – 62.9% of maximum possible points
59.9% or less
Late Assignments:
Late assignments should be discussed with the instructor on an individual basis. Assignments are due at the beginning of
class. Late assignments will be assessed a 10% deduction for each DAY late. Assignments five or more days late will be
counted as a zero. This includes weekends.
Assessments:
Two tests will be administered over the course of the semester. Students are expected to take the test at the assigned
times. MP3 players, cellular phones and PDAs should be turned off during lecture times and will not be allowed during
test times. During an exam, if a student leaves the room (i.e. to get a drink, place a call, use the restroom, etc.) the
examination will be considered completed at that point.
Rules for Giving an Incomplete:
WIU policy – A temporary symbol of I (Incomplete) for a course may be given only when a student, due to
circumstances beyond his or her control, has been unable to complete the course requirements within the official limits of
the term. The circumstances must be documented to the instructor’s satisfaction.
Laboratory Guidelines:
1. Students are only allowed to work in the printing laboratory during the assigned class times, unless the
instructor has given permission to do so outside of regular class time. Students are allowed to work in the
computer lab without the instructor present, and the times for computer lab open sessions will be posted;
2. Food or drink in the laboratories; if you want to use a water or drink container that can be sealed you are
welcome to keep it under your computer desk or in your backpack; do not set these bottles next to your
keyboard, and do not munch on greasy food right before using a keyboard J;
3. Students are responsible for cleaning up their work area. Clean up should be done during class and at the end of
class. This ensures a clean environment for other students and other classes. Failure to clean up work areas will
result in loss of participation points, and a dirty laboratory in which to complete our projects;
4. Computers in the lab are for work in this class only. Students may save appropriate files to the computers and
the server, as long as the files are related to this class;
5. Printing from computers is for the sole purpose of completing class assignments. Do not use the laser printers in
either of the GCOM lab’s to print out work for other classes;
6. Paper is expensive, so please be careful to print only what you need, and please recycle all paper that you print
out but cannot use. If you are having problems printing something, do not continue to hit PRINT over and over
again. Stop your print job and see me. Save a tree!
7. IMPORTANT NOTE: Cell phones are prohibited from ringing in the classroom and the laboratory.
Make sure they are turned off, or at least have them on vibrate. Also, if you are working during lab hours, do
not just chat away on your cell phone in the lab, take your phone call into the hallway so that the other students
around you can focus on their work and not listen to your conversation about what might be going on at the
Café that night;
8. Headphones/Music: I love music and often will play music during the lab times. I know some of you feel the
same way. So, feel free to bring in your Ipod and your headphones. During normal lab times you are welcome to
listen to it at a reasonable volume level. If the student next to you can hear that you are listening to the Grateful
Dead, the volume is too high. Respect the students around you. You will not be allowed to wear headphones
during any type of examination.
9. Internet/E-mail: you are welcome to surf and check your e-mail before or after class, or during lab time. I do
not want you surfing, chatting, or e-mailing as I am lecturing or during times, which you are supposed to be
doing something, class related. If you insist on surfing while I lecture, I will deduct points from your
participation grade. If you are caught downloading illegal software or viewing inappropriate sites, you will
automatically be banned from the computer lab during open lab hours, and have all of your participation
points removed from your final grade.
Academic Integrity:
Preamble:
Western Illinois University, like all communities, functions best when its members treat one another
with honesty, fairness, respect, and trust. Students have rights and responsibilities
(http://www.wiu.edu/provost/students/) and students should realize that deception for individual gain is an offense
against the members of the entire community, and it is the student's responsibility to be informed and to abide by all
University regulations and policies on Academic Integrity.
Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty constitute a serious violation of University conduct
regulations. Students who engage in dishonesty in any form shall be charged with academic dishonesty.
It is a duty of faculty members to take measures to preserve and transmit the values of the academic community in
the learning environment that they create for their students and in their own academic pursuits. To this end, they are
expected to instill in their students a respect for integrity and a desire to behave honestly. They are also expected to
take measures to discourage student academic dishonesty, to adjust grades appropriately if academic dishonesty is
encountered, and, when warranted, to recommend that additional administrative sanctions be considered. Grading
policies are the exclusive prerogative of the faculty; administrative sanctions are under the authority of the Director
of Student Judicial Programs. This document provides policies and procedures to be followed when academic
dishonesty is encountered. Definitions of Academic Dishonesty:
The following definitions and examples are not meant to be exhaustive. The University reserves the right to determine, in
a given instance, what action constitutes a violation of academic integrity. (See www.wiu.edu/policies/acintegrity.php for
complete descriptions of the following topics:
1.
Plagiarism
2.
Fabrication and Falsification
3.
Cheating
4.
Complicity in Academic Dishonesty
5.
Abuse of Academic Materials
6.
Multiple Submissions
Reporting Academic Dishonesty:
All members of the University community share the responsibility and authority to challenge and make known acts of
apparent academic dishonesty. Any student, faculty member, or staff person who has witnessed an apparent act of
student academic dishonesty, or has information that reasonably leads to the conclusion that such an act has occurred
or has been attempted, has an ethical responsibility for reporting said act(s). Confronting and reporting academic
dishonesty can be done in a variety of ways, and people should choose the manner most appropriate for the
circumstances. Acts of apparent academic dishonesty that occur in the classroom should be reported directly to the
course instructor, and/or the course instructor's Department Chair, and/or the instructor's College Dean. The Council
on Admission, Graduation, and Academic Standards (CAGAS) or the Graduate Council will not accept or act upon
anonymous reports, but will hold in strict confidence the identity of any person reporting a suspected instance of
academic dishonesty, unless that person consents to having his/her identity revealed.
Access & Disabilities:
In accordance with University policy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), academic accommodations may be
made for any student who notifies the instructor of the need for an accommodation. For the instructor to provide the
proper accommodation(s), you must obtain documentation of the need for an accommodation through Disability
Resource Center and provide it to the instructor. It is imperative that you take the initiative to bring such needs to the
instructor's attention, as he/she is not legally permitted to inquire about such particular needs of students. Students who
may require special assistance in emergency evacuations (i.e. fire, tornado, etc.) should contact the instructor as to the
most appropriate procedures to follow in such an emergency. Contact Disability Resource Center at 298-2512 or
disability@wiu.edu for additional services.
If you have emergency medical information to share with me, if you need special arrangements in case the building must
be evacuated, or if you need accommodations in this course because of a disability, please make an appointment with me
as soon as possible. My office location and hours are at the top of this syllabus. If you plan to request disability
accommodations, you are expected to register with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at 298-2512.
Resolution of Problems:
Should a problem occur, students should speak to their instructor first. If the problem is not resolved, meet with the
chair of the department. If the problem continues to be unresolved, go to the College of Business and Technology’s
Dean.
Students should observe the following sequence for the resolution of problems:
Student --- Instructor --- Chairperson --- Dean
Syllabus subject to change with notice.