Photoshop Elements: an introduction

Learn how to use this versatile programme with photographs and photography. An accessible start to working with Photoshop to manipulate and process images.

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Key course information

Dates
25/04/12 - 30/05/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
6 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £171
Senior fee: £138

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG404

Availability
This date is full

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course is full

Occasionally places may become available. You can add yourself to the waiting list.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

A basic introduction to the image editing capability of Adobe Photoshop Elements.

What topics will we cover?

The course covers an introduction to the work environment and image manipulation tools, painting, cloning, selections, cropping, exposure adjustments and colour adjustments.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Open, create and save files using different file formats.
- Use image manipulation tools to edit images
- Create simple montages of several images
- Alter the colour and tonal value of images.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For beginners to digital image manipulation. The course is taught on Apple Mac computers but PC users should not experience difficulty in swapping platforms.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will be expected to purchase the materials for your use.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You can expect to join more specialised photography courses or ones where the emphasis is on ideas rather than techniques.

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