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COMM 1040 - Technical Documentation Graphics

Communication Part-time Studies Course

School of Computing and Academic Studies

Course Details

This course introduces students to the principles of technical illustration that makes documents effective and attractive and teaches methods for producing vector and bitmap drawings used in technical documentation. Class time is spent working on assignments using Corel Graphics software. NOTE: Students do not need to submit transcripts for entrance to this course. BUT, in the case of formal or informal grade appeals or reviews they will be asked to show proof of their English requirement. (3.0 Credits)

Prerequisite(s)

Before taking this course, students must have completed their technical elective (COMP 18501 or COMP 20102 or COMP 23693). Students must also have one of the following English requirements, as well as intermediate word processing skills in the latest version of MS Word for Windows: 1) English 12 "C+" or equivalent (refer to www.bcit.ca/admission/upgrading/englishproficiency.shtml); or 2) COMM 00155 score of 70 or better.

Cost

$562.09

Spring/Summer 2013

Below is one offering of this course for the Spring/Summer 2013 term.

CRN 55067

Tue Apr 23 - Tue Jul 09 12 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 23 - Jul 09 Tue 18:30 - 21:30 DTC Rm. 364

Instructor

Eric Lotze

Course Outline

Cost

$562.09

This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to create drawings for technical documents using vector and bitmap drawing programs. Specific competencies include:

Vector Drawings

  • Use CorelDRAW
  • Set up a vector drawing workspace and templates
  • Create drawings using creating objects on layers
  • Create new drawings by tracing
  • Draw with lines and shapes, and arranged objects
  • Draw with text and fills
  • Employ text and graphic styles

Bitmap Drawings

  • Use Corel PHOTO-PAINT
  • Understand image size and resolution
  • Create drawings using masks and objects
  • Modify bitmaps and their colour
  • Apply gradient blends
  • Apply digital photography to technical illustration
  • Acquire and clean up bitmaps

Combined Drawings

  • Create drawings that combine vectors and bitmaps
  • Create layout with graphical balance
  • Understand file types for export
  • Place drawings in other programs

Related Programs

COMM 1040 is offered as a part of the following programs:

School of Computing and Academic Studies

  1. Technical Writing
    Part-time   Associate Certificate

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Registration is currently open for the Spring/Summer 2013 term.

The sneak preview for the Fall 2013 term starts Fri, May 24 at 8:30 am (PDT). Web registration for the Fall 2013 term will open Sun, May 26 at 9:00 am (PDT).

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